- Is the Deco BE85 worth it over a Wi-Fi 6E mesh?
- Only if you have multi-gig internet or Wi-Fi 7 devices. For older devices, a Wi-Fi 6E mesh like the Deco XE75 gives similar real-world speeds for less.
- How much area does the three-pack cover?
- TP-Link rates the three-pack for homes up to about 7,800 square feet. Real coverage depends on walls and floors; most homes need two units.
- Does it have a dedicated backhaul?
- Yes. The 6 GHz band can serve as a dedicated wireless backhaul between units, and each unit also has 2.5 Gbps ports for a wired backhaul.
- Can I use it with my existing router or modem?
- Yes. Connect one Deco to your modem or router and the others form the mesh. It does not include a modem.
- Does it support Wi-Fi 7 features like MLO?
- Yes. It supports Multi-Link Operation and 320 MHz channels on 6 GHz, though only Wi-Fi 7 clients can use them.
- How many Ethernet ports does each unit have?
- Each unit has two 2.5 Gbps ports and two additional Ethernet ports, for four wired connections per unit.
- Where is the TP-Link Deco BE85 (3-Pack) cheapest?
- At Best Buy, for $1,276.99, as of our latest check.