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HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 vs TP-Link EAP110

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all judged against Wi-Fi access points at a similar price

The HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 scores 5.4/10 overall, ahead of the TP-Link EAP110 at 4.0/10.

The HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 leads on wi-Fi standard and bands, uplink and power, software and security and value.

The TP-Link EAP110 leads on management.

The biggest difference is management, where the TP-Link EAP110 scores 8/10 to the HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22's 3/10.

HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22

5.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The AP22 is for home and small-office users who want a simple Wi-Fi 6 access point they can set up from an app. It suits sites with a PoE switch and a modest number of devices. It is a poor fit for anyone who wants a local controller or fine control over Wi-Fi settings.

Typically about £93.50 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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TP-Link EAP110

TP-Link EAP110

4.0/10verdict: skip

The TP-Link EAP110 is for small sites that want Omada-managed Wi-Fi with VLAN-tagged SSIDs and have modest wireless needs. It suits light jobs such as a guest or IoT network, where 2.4 GHz at up to 300 Mbps is enough. It does not suit anyone who needs 5 GHz, WPA3 or a faster wired link.

Typically about £38.35 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightHPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22TP-Link EAP110
Wi-Fi standard and bands25%6/102/10
Uplink and power20%6/103/10
Management20%3/108/10
Software and security20%5/104/10
Value15%7/103/10
Overall5.4/104.0/10

Specifications

SpecHPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22TP-Link EAP110
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)802.11b/g/n (Wi-Fi 4), up to 300 Mbps
Bands and speed classDual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, 2x2 MIMO on each; total 1774 Mb/s (5 GHz 1200 Mb/s, 2.4 GHz 574 Mb/s)2.4 GHz only (2.4-2.4835 GHz)
Uplink port1 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (1GbE), with PoE-in1 x Fast Ethernet (RJ-45), 10/100 Mbps
Power (PoE class)PoE in 802.3af (class 3), max 10.1 W (PoE) or 8.8 W (DC); external 12V adapter option24V passive PoE; maximum power consumption 2.8 W
ManagementCloud-managed through the Instant On web portal or mobile app; no local controllerOmada hardware or software controller, web UI over HTTP/HTTPS; cloud access via OC300, OC200 or software controller
MountingWall or ceiling; mount bracket includedCeiling or wall mounting, kits included

Strengths and weaknesses

HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22

  • + Quick app setup with a guided wizard
  • + Standard 802.3af PoE power input
  • + Two-year warranty with 24/7 phone and chat support
  • − Cloud-only management, no local or offline controller
  • − Limited Wi-Fi configuration options
  • − Basic SKU ships without a power adapter

Skip it if:

  • Homelabbers who want a local or offline controller
  • Anyone who wants detailed control over Wi-Fi settings
Read the full HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 review ›

TP-Link EAP110

  • + Omada controller support with web UI and cloud access
  • + Up to 8 SSIDs with SSID-to-VLAN mapping
  • + Client wireless isolation, MAC filtering and RADIUS listed
  • − 2.4 GHz only, Wi-Fi 4, 300 Mbps maximum
  • − Fast Ethernet uplink limited to 100 Mbps
  • − WPA3 absent from the security list

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who needs a 5 GHz band or speeds beyond 300 Mbps
  • Buyers who require WPA3 on their wireless network
  • Sites that want a gigabit or faster wired uplink
Read the full TP-Link EAP110 review ›

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