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TP-Link EAP610 vs TP-Link Omada EAP225

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

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

The TP-Link EAP610 scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the TP-Link Omada EAP225 at 5.6/10.

The TP-Link EAP610 leads on wi-Fi standard and bands, software and security and value.

The TP-Link Omada EAP225 leads on management.

They score the same on uplink and power.

TP-Link EAP610

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 (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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TP-Link Omada EAP225

TP-Link Omada EAP225

5.6/10verdict: good, not the best

The TP-Link Omada EAP225 is a Wi-Fi 5 dual-band ceiling or wall access point for people who want flexible management. It suits homelabs and small offices that already run, or plan to run, an Omada controller or a PoE switch. It is not aimed at buyers who want Wi-Fi 6 or later, or a faster-than-gigabit uplink.

Typically about £68 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

CriterionWeightTP-Link EAP610TP-Link Omada EAP225
Wi-Fi standard and bands25%6/104/10
Uplink and power20%6/106/10
Management20%7/108/10
Software and security20%7/105/10
Value15%6/105/10
Overall6.4/105.6/10

Specifications

SpecTP-Link EAP610TP-Link Omada EAP225
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), backward compatible with 802.11ac/n/g/b/aWi-Fi 5: 802.11a/n/ac on 5 GHz, 802.11b/g/n on 2.4 GHz
Bands and speed classDual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, AX1800 class (574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz + 1201 Mbps on 5 GHz)Dual-band: 2.4 GHz up to 450 Mbps (3x3), 5 GHz up to 867 Mbps (2x2)
Uplink port1× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) port, supports 802.3at PoE and passive PoE1x 10/100/1000M RJ45 (Gigabit)
Power (PoE class)802.3at PoE+, 48 V passive PoE, 12 V / 1.5 A DC input802.3af PoE, or 24V passive PoE with included adapter
ManagementLocal 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 V3Standalone web management and SSH, SNMP v1/v2/v3, Omada app, Omada Controller V6.2+, Omada Essential
MountingCeiling or wall mount with mounting kit includedCeiling or wall mounting, mounting kit included

Strengths and weaknesses

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.
Read the full TP-Link EAP610 review ›

TP-Link Omada EAP225

  • + Standalone web UI, SSH, SNMP and Omada controller options
  • + Powers from 802.3af PoE or an included passive adapter
  • + WPA3 listed in the hardware specifications
  • − Wi-Fi 5 only, not Wi-Fi 6, 6E or 7
  • − Gigabit uplink, with no 2.5GbE port
  • − Mesh and centralised management need an Omada controller

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Wi-Fi 6, 6E or Wi-Fi 7 support
  • Anyone who needs a 2.5GbE uplink
  • Buyers who want cloud management on V3.20 hardware
Read the full TP-Link Omada EAP225 review ›

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