HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 vs TP-Link EAP610

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

The TP-Link EAP610 scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 at 5.4/10.

The HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22 leads on value.

The TP-Link EAP610 leads on management and software and security.

They score the same on wi-Fi standard and bands and uplink and power.

The biggest difference is management, where the TP-Link EAP610 scores 7/10 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

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TP-Link EAP610

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The TP-Link EAP610 is a ceiling or wall-mounted Wi-Fi 6 access point for homelabbers and small offices that want VLAN support and controller management. It suits people already running, or planning to run, an Omada controller. It makes less sense for anyone who wants 6 GHz or a multi-gig uplink.

Typically about £86.39 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

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Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22	TP-Link EAP610
Wi-Fi standard and bands	25%	6/10	6/10
Uplink and power	20%	6/10	6/10
Management	20%	3/10	7/10
Software and security	20%	5/10	7/10
Value	15%	7/10	6/10
Overall		5.4/10	6.4/10

Specifications

Spec	HPE Networking Instant On Access Point AP22	TP-Link EAP610
Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), backward compatible with 802.11ac/n/g/b/a
Bands and speed class	Dual-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)	Dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, AX1800 class (574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz + 1201 Mbps on 5 GHz)
Uplink port	1 x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 (1GbE), with PoE-in	1× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) port, supports 802.3at PoE and passive PoE
Power (PoE class)	PoE in 802.3af (class 3), max 10.1 W (PoE) or 8.8 W (DC); external 12V adapter option	802.3at PoE+, 48 V passive PoE, 12 V / 1.5 A DC input
Management	Cloud-managed through the Instant On web portal or mobile app; no local controller	Local web UI (HTTP/HTTPS) or Omada cloud controller via web UI or Omada app; Omada hardware controllers OC200/OC300 and software controller; cloud controller not supported on V3
Mounting	Wall or ceiling; mount bracket included	Ceiling or wall mount with mounting kit 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

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TP-Link EAP610

+ Local web UI or Omada controller management
+ WPA3, client isolation, ACL and VLAN support
+ 802.3at PoE+, passive PoE or 12 V DC power
− Gigabit uplink only
− Dual-band; no 6 GHz
− Cloud controller not supported on V3 hardware

Skip it if:

Buyers who want a 6 GHz band or Wi-Fi 7.
Anyone who needs a multi-gig uplink from the access point.
Owners of thick-walled homes who expect one unit to cover every room on 5 GHz.

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