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GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000 vs TP-Link Deco XE75

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

The GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000 scores 6.7/10 overall, ahead of the TP-Link Deco XE75 at 5.4/10.

The GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000 leads on software and security, wired ports and value.

The TP-Link Deco XE75 leads on wi-Fi standard and bands and coverage.

The biggest difference is wired ports, where the GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000 scores 8/10 to the TP-Link Deco XE75's 4/10.

Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)

GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000

6.7/10verdict: buy

The Flint 2 is for homelabbers and sysadmins who want a configurable single router with fast VPN throughput. It suits people who are comfortable with OpenWrt-style settings and want 2.5G wired ports. Beginners and anyone covering a large or multi-storey home with one unit should read the owner feedback first.

Typically about £152.99 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 XE75

TP-Link Deco XE75

5.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The Deco XE75 is for households that want a tri-band Wi-Fi 6E mesh covering several floors with little tuning. It suits people who value coverage and fast wireless speeds over wired performance and fine control. It is a weaker fit for anyone who wants multi-gig ports or detailed network management.

Typically about £339.98 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

CriterionWeightGL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000TP-Link Deco XE75
Wi-Fi standard and bands25%6/107/10
Software and security25%7/104/10
Wired ports20%8/104/10
Coverage15%5/107/10
Value15%7/105/10
Overall6.7/105.4/10

Specifications

SpecGL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000TP-Link Deco XE75
Wi-Fi standardIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6)Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bands and speed classDual-band: 1148Mbps (2.4GHz), 4804Mbps (5GHz)Tri-band 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz; up to 5,400 Mbps combined
WAN port1 x WAN (2.5G), 1 x WAN/LAN (2.5G)not listed
LAN ports4 x LAN (1G), plus one flexible 2.5G WAN/LAN port3 gigabit ports per unit
Mesh nodes in the box1 router, 0 mesh nodes1, 2 or 3 units depending on pack
Rated coveragenot listedUp to 7,200 ft² (rated)
Security and VPN featuresnot listedWPA/WPA2-PSK/WPA3 encryption, HomeShield, parental controls, QoS

Strengths and weaknesses

GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000

  • + Two 2.5G ports, one WAN and one flexible WAN/LAN
  • + WireGuard rated up to 900Mbps; can also act as a VPN server
  • + Owners report quiet running and draw of around 13 to 16 watts
  • − Owners describe a steep learning curve for beginners
  • − Runs warm under high WireGuard load, with no passive cooling
  • − Single unit with no mesh nodes; patchy coverage in multi-storey homes

Skip it if:

  • Beginners who want a simple app-led setup
  • Owners of large or multi-storey homes needing several mesh nodes
  • Buyers who want Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 with a 6GHz band
Read the full GL.iNet Flint 2 GL-MT6000 review ›

TP-Link Deco XE75

  • + Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E with a 6 GHz band
  • + Rated coverage up to 7,200 ft²
  • + Owners praise fast speeds and multi-storey reach
  • − Only gigabit ports, three per unit
  • − Drops and reboots needing a power cycle are common
  • − Limited controls and some troublesome firmware updates

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want 2.5GbE or faster wired ports
  • Homelabbers who need detailed traffic control and manual channel selection
  • Anyone who needs a hands-off network with no resets or firmware risk
Read the full TP-Link Deco XE75 review ›

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