M9 (2 puck) vs M5 (3 puck) making a difference at lower speeds?

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M9 (2 puck) vs M5 (3 puck) making a difference at lower speeds?
M9 (2 puck) vs M5 (3 puck) making a difference at lower speeds?
2020-08-19 13:44:17 - last edited 2020-08-25 06:48:48
Model: Deco M9 Plus  
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So I'm considering upgrading my single OnHub to a M5 (3 puck) or M9 (2 puck) in our 2 storey + basement home (1500 sq ft per level).  OnHub was generally fine but stutters sometimes with HD video streaming and Chromcasting.  I have about 80 devices/connections total in our smart home.  We only have 50 mbps internet service anyway, but was wondering whether getting an M9 over an M5 will make a difference.  Desktop ethernet connected PC speed tests are showing about 49 mbps which is expected but wifi speed tests are showing 37, 23 and 14 mbps depending on the location in the house I'm testing.  Really the bottom line is whether you think getting an M9 will provide a better connection than an M5 considering I only have a 50 mbps connection anyway.  Thanks.

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Re:M9 (2 puck) vs M5 (3 puck) making a difference at lower speeds?
2020-08-25 06:48:04 - last edited 2020-08-25 13:32:23

@Gory33 

 

Hello,

 

Yes, Deco M9 should provide you better coverage than Deco M5, you may also refer to the SPECs on the official website:

https://www.tp-link.com/compare/?typeId=5700&productIds=41150%2C35307

https://www.tp-link.com/home-networking/deco/deco-m9-plus/v2%20(2-pack)/

 

May it help.

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2020-08-25 13:38:47
Thanks! I know the M9 has more antennas, and wasn't sure whether it also had a higher broadcast power / stronger signal / watts? that would make a difference. I did get the M5 set on sale, but I'm finding that there isn't much of a difference vs. the single ON-Hub that I have now in getting the signal through walls/floors to weaker signal locations. Thanks for your advice.
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