- Is the Archer BE230 worth it over a Wi-Fi 6 router?
- If you want Wi-Fi 7 features like multi-link operation and plan to keep the router for years, yes. If your devices are all Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 and your internet plan is modest, a good Wi-Fi 6 router covers you for less.
- Does it have a 6 GHz band?
- No. It is dual-band, running 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz only. Full tri-band Wi-Fi 7 routers cost more and add the 6 GHz channel for less congestion.
- How fast is it in practice?
- TP-Link rates it at 688 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 2882 Mbps on 5 GHz. Real-world throughput is lower, and wired devices are limited by the router's LAN ports.
- Can I use it in a mesh network?
- Yes. It works with TP-Link's mesh system, so you can add compatible TP-Link units to extend coverage.
- What is in the box?
- The router, four external antennas, a power adapter, an Ethernet cable and a quick start guide.
- Does it support VPN?
- Yes. It runs VPN server and client modes with PPTP and L2TP, plus DMZ and WPA3 security.
- Where is the TP-Link Wifi 7 Router Archer BE230 cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $99.99, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the TP-Link Wifi 7 Router Archer BE230?
- Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 89 ratings.
- Where can I buy the TP-Link Wifi 7 Router Archer BE230?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Quill, Newegg, Staples, Best Buy.