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eero 7 vs TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)

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all judged against Wi-Fi routers and mesh systems at a similar price

The TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack) scores 5.9/10 overall, ahead of the eero 7 at 5.5/10.

The eero 7 leads on wired ports.

The TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack) leads on software and security and coverage.

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

eero 7

eero 7

5.5/10verdict: good, not the best

The eero 7 is a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router for households that want easy setup and broad coverage without managing much. It suits people who will use it as a smart home hub, since it supports Zigbee, Thread and Matter. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants every feature without a subscription or needs a 6 GHz band.

Typically about £169.99 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)

TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)

5.9/10verdict: good, not the best

The Deco X50 3-pack is for people who want whole-home Wi-Fi 6 across a large property without much fiddling. It suits households that value simple setup and wide coverage over advanced router controls. Buyers who need multi-gig wiring or a third band should look at other models.

Typically about £194.99 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

CriterionWeighteero 7TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)
Wi-Fi standard and bands25%6/106/10
Software and security25%4/106/10
Wired ports20%6/105/10
Coverage15%6/107/10
Value15%6/106/10
Overall5.5/105.9/10

Specifications

Speceero 7TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax/ac/n/a on 5 GHz; 802.11ax/n/b/g on 2.4 GHz)
Bands and speed classDual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz (no 6 GHz)Dual-band AX3000: 5 GHz 2402 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160); 2.4 GHz 574 Mbps (802.11ax)
LAN portsnot listedThree Gigabit ports per unit, auto-sensing WAN or LAN
Mesh nodes in the box1 node per unit when sold singly; 2-pack and 3-pack available3
Rated coverage2,000 sq. ft. per routerUp to 604 m²
Security and VPN featuresnot listedSPI firewall, access control, HomeShield security, 1x 5 GHz and 1x 2.4 GHz guest networks, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 encryption

Strengths and weaknesses

eero 7

  • + Wi-Fi 7 with two auto-sensing 2.5GbE ports
  • + Easy setup and good coverage, according to owners
  • + Zigbee, Thread and Matter support built in
  • − Advanced features need a paid eero Plus subscription
  • − Dual-band only, with no 6 GHz band
  • − Signal weakens through thick walls, owners report

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want advanced router features without paying a subscription
  • Buyers who need a 6 GHz band for busy, device-heavy networks
  • Homelabbers who need confirmed VLAN or VPN server support
Read the full eero 7 review ›

TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack)

  • + Rated coverage of up to 604 m² with three nodes
  • + Owners praise easy setup and range
  • + WPA3, tagged VLAN and guest networks listed
  • − Gigabit-only ports on every unit
  • − Dual-band only, with no 6 GHz
  • − Owners report limited advanced controls

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want 2.5GbE or multi-gig wired ports
  • Anyone who wants a 6 GHz band or Wi-Fi 6E or 7
  • Users who need detailed advanced router controls
Read the full TP-Link Deco X50 (3-pack) review ›

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