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TP-Link EAP610 vs TP-Link TL-WA1201

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 TL-WA1201 at 5.8/10.

The TP-Link EAP610 leads on wi-Fi standard and bands, uplink and power and value.

The TP-Link TL-WA1201 leads on management.

They score the same on software and security.

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 TL-WA1201

TP-Link TL-WA1201

5.8/10verdict: good, not the best

The TL-WA1201 is a Wi-Fi 5 desktop or wall access point for small offices, home labs and flats that want a local web interface for management. It suits buyers who need tagged SSIDs on separate VLANs and want a PoE injector supplied. It is not for anyone chasing Wi-Fi 6 speeds or a multi-gigabit uplink.

Typically about £46.99 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 TL-WA1201
Wi-Fi standard and bands25%6/104/10
Uplink and power20%6/105/10
Management20%7/108/10
Software and security20%7/107/10
Value15%6/105/10
Overall6.4/105.8/10

Specifications

SpecTP-Link EAP610TP-Link TL-WA1201
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), backward compatible with 802.11ac/n/g/b/aWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11ac Wave 2 AP
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 and 5 GHz; 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz
Uplink port1× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) port, supports 802.3at PoE and passive PoE1x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port with passive PoE support
Power (PoE class)802.3at PoE+, 48 V passive PoE, 12 V / 1.5 A DC inputPassive PoE on Ethernet port; PoE injector in the box; external power supply rated 12V/1.5A
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 V3Local web UI reached at tplinkap.net; modes include access point, range extender, client and multi-SSID
MountingCeiling or wall mount with mounting kit includedWall or desktop mounting

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 TL-WA1201

  • + Up to four SSIDs and VLANs on each band
  • + Local web UI at tplinkap.net
  • + PoE injector included in the box
  • − Wi-Fi 5 only, 867 Mbps on 5 GHz
  • − Single gigabit port, passive PoE

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want Wi-Fi 6 or newer radios
  • Anyone needing a 2.5GbE uplink or standard PoE+ powering
  • People who want owner reviews on reliability before buying
Read the full TP-Link TL-WA1201 review ›

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