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TP-Link Deco BE65 3-Pack BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System $747.90 ($710.50 eBay Plus) Delivered @ PcLive Computers eBay

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TP-Link Deco BE65 3-Pack BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System $747.90 ($710.50 eBay Plus) Delivered @ PcLive Computers eBay
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The eBay Plus code FEB5OFF details are here. There is no expiry date on the code, it will be pulled at any time as far as I can ascertain. The eBay store is PClive Computer Online (99.7%, 261K sold); delivery is free or pickup from Oakleigh, VIC.

Edit: @Razza commented that the same deal is available from another eBay store for $696 using code PLFEB

I couldn't find this for under $799 from the usual electrical stores. I'm unsure if it would be applicable for price beat from JB, OW, HN or others but I'm sure I'll find out in the comments.

  • 11 Gbps Tri-Band Wi-Fi – 5760 Mbps (6 GHz) + 4320 Mbps (5 GHz)* + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz).†
  • 2.5 Gbps Wired Connections – 4× 2.5 Gbps ports ensure maximum flexibility and boosted throughput.
  • Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul – Connects a wireless and wired backhaul with each unit simultaneously to improve overall throughput and reduce latency.
  • Multi-Link Operation (MLO) – Simultaneously send and receive data across different bands and channels to increase throughput, reduce latency, and improve reliability.
  • 320 MHz Channels – Double the bandwidth and enable many more simultaneous transmissions at the fastest possible speeds.
  • Works on the 6 GHz Band – Minimizes congestion with greenfield spectrum, delivering robust high-speed connections.
  • TP-Link HomeShield – Provides comprehensive network protection, robust parental controls, and real-time IoT security.*
  • Universal Compatibility – Backward compatible with all Wi-Fi generations and works with any internet service provider (ISP) and modem.

The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.

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  • Mortgagetightass on 25/02/2026 - 13:41
    +2

    Serious question, would this be better than buying 10 or more tplink WiFi 6 AX3000 mesh units? for a bit less money?

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 13:47
      +1

      I'm sure someone better qualified will respond, but I bought the BE65 for wired backhaul in particular which the AX3000 doesn't seem to have. Obviously there's no WiFi 7 with the AX3000, but that's rarely an issue for average users (yet). Here's the comparison page for TP-Link Mesh Units

      • Captain Hindsight on 25/02/2026 - 13:59

        Can you confirm if you still lose your network if the internet drops out with tp-link? Thx

        • astevens on 25/02/2026 - 14:17
          +1

          I have Deco X20s. No issues maintaining a network when the shitty FTTN internet constantly disconnects

        • McFly on 25/02/2026 - 16:31

          I have older (WiFi 6) Decos and losing the WiFi when the Internet drops is the silliest and most frustrating thing about these things.
          Otherwise they are great.
          I assume these behave the same way.

        • btech on 25/02/2026 - 19:37
          +3

          I can 100% tell you that on the BE65/Be11000 you do not have local network when the internet drops out (confirmed by a tp-link support). Buyer beware. This is something I believe they should make very clear on all marketing materials. Unless this is fine for your use case I would stay away from these otherwise excellent units. (just for those that research this unit the other 'issue' is very limited management options - its really a bit of a set and forget type of use case).

          Edit: just to add, the wifi network actually stays active (devices still connected) but no routing, so you can't access anything on your local network such as NAS, security, media server, etc - if you have eufy gear for example good luck trying to turn off your alarm… 🤦) It's crazy especially since a solution would be so simple… and they do have it on some other devices.

          • derdew on 25/02/2026 - 19:59

            @btech: I don't think I have this problem on my deco M5/9's. this sounds very crap- anyone know which models are affected by this?

            • McFly on 25/02/2026 - 21:43

              @derdew: M5 certainly is - unless some update fixed it.

          • coldazure on 25/02/2026 - 22:32
            +2

            @btech: wtf? is this by design or some sort of bug, because it sounds dumb as hell. is it patch-able or is it hardware?

            sorry for all the questions but this is a deal breaker imo, and this is what's holding me back from pulling the trigger.

            • btech on 28/02/2026 - 09:36

              @coldazure: Unfortunately by design. The explanation was that because it's managed by app so needs the internet. Thechnically, that's BS because the Ubiquity I replaced it with seamlessly switches the app to local connection when it is on the LAN. My research says that the actual issue is more that they use a WAN port detection rather than a dedicated WAN port (or even better, the ability to nominate one port as the WAN) and so when the internet drops out or goes back to detection mode (trying to figure out which port is the WAN) and so that breaks the routing. Trying to be too clever and "idiot proof". A big oversight in my opinion.

              • coldazure on 01/03/2026 - 21:33

                @btech: thanks, that makes a lot of sense.
                it should automatically timeout on detection and go into AP mode, and detect passively periodically, which should be patch-able.

                hopefully they have non-scrub engineers.

          • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 08:38

            @btech: That said the beta firmware currently being tested has Mobile phone wifi tethering, so you could bring the network up in theory once that firmware becomes mainstream, during an outage. But valid point.

            • btech on 28/02/2026 - 09:27

              @riff.79: Interesting, but even if that worked as a workaround it's still a hassle to have to do that just to get the LAN working. Better than nothing if you don't have other options. I just returned mine as "not fit for purpose" and replaced with unifi. Very happy with that but it's not as good with wifi backhaul (loose about 50% of bandwidth) - the Deco was a beast in that regard - but it's the lesser compromise for me.

              • riff.79 on 28/02/2026 - 11:50
                +1

                @btech: There is always AP mode in the BE65, and put a better router in like a GL.inet \ Openwrt device. You hit the nail on the head re wifi backhaul with unifi.

                • bert-lifts on 01/03/2026 - 18:09

                  @riff.79: Wait, does putting them in AP mode avoid the whole Lan not working with no internet connection?

                  I've always had mine in AP mode so I never noticed lol.

                  • coldazure on 01/03/2026 - 21:20

                    @bert-lifts: which router do you use instead?

                    • bert-lifts on 01/03/2026 - 22:42

                      @coldazure: Flint 2. But tbh anything is better than using deco as a router. It's extremely limited in what you can do. Perfect in AP mode imo.

                  • riff.79 on 01/03/2026 - 22:17
                    +1

                    @bert-lifts: @bert-lifts - yup - it’s only in router mode it drops the net.

                • btech on 02/03/2026 - 08:28

                  @riff.79: Yes, true, and I did consider 'solving' the problem that way (it was in fact the solution TP-Link also suggested). For me personally, I didn't like that the vendor solution was to introduce another device and that the issue was by design. (I was also disappointed with the limited management functions, but was learning to cope with that). In the end those two factors were enough for me to switch it out. But of course each to their own and for the wireless backhaul it may still be worth it for some as that's very good.

                  • riff.79 on 02/03/2026 - 08:50

                    @btech: @btech, yeah, once GL.Inet gains mesh, and once Ubiquity's UniFi Network 10.1 gains traction, its going to shake up the players as well. For those reading this - the GL.inet Brume devices work well with the Deco, or you can use openwrt, pfsense or opnsense depending on what problem your trying to solve.

                    • coldazure on 02/03/2026 - 09:34

                      @riff.79: Yeah true, but just feels a bit like it needs spending a lot more money for multiple devices when one (set) should've done the job.

                      Do you (or the other experts here) have any idea what the next best Mesh router solution is behind this that doesn't have a crippling defect like this?

                      • btech on 03/03/2026 - 10:28
                        +1

                        @coldazure: Not an expert, but spent a lot of time researching alternatives and the 3 that most often come up are Asus, Netgear Orbi, eero. I will just assume that wireless backhaul is a must, because if connecting the units by cable is an option then there are lots of options and ubiquity unifi might be one of the strandouts. Which system is best for you will depend on a number of factors, including cost, and what degree of management (or simplicity) you want. I'll also add that there is a confusing amount of conflicting opinions and user experiences on the internet which doesn't help with any decision. There are glowing reports for all of these (including Deco) as well as many negative experiences. The Deco are (unfortunately?) very good for the money (other than this issue which was also a dealbreaker for me) but you might find the AP option with separate router could still be more cost effective overall than some alternatives. I know this probably doesn't help much but you should look into those 3 as a starting point. Maybe others can weigh in and provide some more/better specifics, but this is my 2c. Good luck - this isn't the easiest of decisions.

                        • riff.79 on 03/03/2026 - 11:06
                          +1

                          @btech: I'd avoid Asus Wifi 7 units - they are still remarkable buggy and unstable with wireless backhaul, but they will get there. ASUS Wifi 6/6e - Asus is very stable. A great feature set - no subscriptions, all in the box.

                          Orbi - not used them of late, but I hear they have fantastic wifi backhaul on their units.

                          Eero, hit and miss with the new wifi 7 ranges - the Pro 7's have had issues with their web filtering, wireless backhaul can be hit and miss, 2.4g issues with IOT due to the aggressive channel scanning and that $165 a year security pack that gives you some extra features such as the wifi mobile teathering (used to be free) however, when they do work (for majority of users) they are simple, just be aware amazon is mining your web usage data - like google. Many people also like the Google Nest Pro Wifi units, they generally just work.

                          TPlink - the annoying network drop when internet is offline is real, have had issues with IOT devices - but I have reported a heap and support has been working with me to get them working - so far so good. But that said I am running in AP mode as I'm using opnsense for my firewall. Reviewers seem to love the BE65/63 and the other easy mesh units.

                          You hit it on the head - bang for buck with TPLINK, if it meets your usage requirements. You can find horror stories for all brands online, ultimately your use case and your house layout will determine your outcome. Sometimes a powerful router\AP central in the home will work better than mesh, sometimes they do not - it's all trial an error. Mesh with wired backhaul is rather decent and I admit the wireless backhaul with the BE65 is great speed wise, the Eero Pro 7 was good and the Google Nest Pro Wifi backhaul ok.

      • Mrbtree98 on 25/02/2026 - 14:18
        +2

        The Archer ax55 and ax55 pro should have wired backhaul per the easymesh website here: https://www.tp-link.com/au/easymesh/product-list/ That said as someone who's got 2 archers in easymesh with wired backhaul I haven't had any issues in 3 years so far with the only annoyance being updating the routers having to be done in a specific way. I can update the main ax10 through the tether app but I can't update the other ax10 unless it's through the webportal where you can update both. Maybe a Deco setup doesn't have that minor inconvenience but I shudder to imagine doing that with 10 routers in a easymesh setup 😂

    • jk82 on 25/02/2026 - 14:30

      This would be faster that's for sure. the AX3000 is limited to Wifi 6 and probably gigabit ethernet, so if you've got a 2000Mbps plan you wouldn't be getting full speed, but with this you would.

      Depends what you want to do really - do you want to cover a vast area, or do you want fast speed? … ¿por qué no los dos?

    • Lolitsjoel on 25/02/2026 - 14:53

      too much noise on the network with so many close by. for lack of better terms

    • GunnerMcDagget on 25/02/2026 - 14:55

      If you have wired ethernet throughout your house then the AX3000 are fine. They won't be as future proof but they're fine. If you don't have wired ethernet then you could have issues.

    • McFly on 25/02/2026 - 16:23
      +1

      You don't need 10 APs unless you live in a palace, so the question is: Is it worth getting this or three (or even fewer depending on the area) cheaper WiFi 6 devices?
      It depends on your NBN speed, number/speed of devices, backhaul options.

      • Kanjus on 26/02/2026 - 08:45

        You need to see your router as a household appliance which is in use 24/7. I expect 5 years usage from it.
        AX3000 is a false economy. In 2-3 years time you will want to upgrade.

        • McFly on 26/02/2026 - 11:17

          The vast majority of users are not going to need or want to upgrade from WiFi 6 in 2-3 years.

    • x d on 25/02/2026 - 21:29
      +1

      This looks pretty costly. I have been running Asus ZenWifi XD4S for the last 8 months. Just 2 services our 2 story home and a 3 pack is less than $300. Pretty reliable and more than enough speed for general use and media consumption.

      • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 08:44

        You nailed it - depends on individual usage and how you deploy.

  • razza on 25/02/2026 - 13:54
    +7

    $697.54 with PLFEB here https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/116831663548

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 14:48
      +1

      I'll edit to include this, thanks.

      Just after I cancel and re-purchase!

      • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 15:51

        I didn't realise that this was for another store, so I won't edit the post but will include a link to your comment. PC Live Computer don't do the PLFEB code, but they've done a deal for me that I'm happy with. I wanted to buy from them as they have been super responsive and accommodating when I cancelled.

  • Jimothy Wongingtons on 25/02/2026 - 14:24

    looks good

  • Ace26 on 25/02/2026 - 14:36
    +1

    been using this (in a 2pack) from mid Nov and its been pretty solid.

  • Namidairo on 25/02/2026 - 14:37
    +3

    The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.

    Not sure why they bother saying may, as it's quite obviously unavailable.

    It just comes off as a poor attempt to mislead by keeping the marketing number as BE11000 instead of BE9200.

    (Ie. Max physical link rate on 5ghz should be ~2882.4 here, not the ~4323.6 they claim)

  • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 14:40
    +1

    Completely over the top (technically) for 95%+ of people / homes at an over the top price. If you are in the <5% who would actually need this capability (as opposed to just wanting it because you can), then take a look at the TP-Link EAP772 (BE9300) which is a Wifi 7 business class access point with 2.5G RJ45 for backhaul, which is on special at Amazon for $299

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 14:45

      It seems to be $300 for 1 unit, not mesh?

      • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 15:01

        It becomes a mesh if you add more than one TP-Link EAP, via the Omada software (they don't all have to be the same model). The point is that very few homes, actually need 2, yet alone 3 wifi access points.

        • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 15:09
          +1

          No, with double storey brick McMansions and a lack of ethernet ports in most, you're incorrect.

          • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 15:10

            @Big L: Wifi router downstairs. Access point upstairs.

            No pure wifi solution is going to reliably penetrate brick and solid concrete.

            (I've been designing and implementing networks for 30+ years)

            • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 15:16
              +1

              @atwilliams: Most people won't add or move a port on a rental, let alone their own home. Then you're at the mercy of wherever the NBN and/or the builder place the NTD.

              If you're that experienced, you should know that this is the norm in most residential properties and most people don't have the capability, or time, or inclination to do what you're suggesting, which would only save a few hundred bucks for the effort which negates getting in someone like you to do it for them.

              • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 15:58

                @Big L: You are arguing what most people actually do/don't do, whereas I am arguing what people should be doing, to avoid endlessly buying more equipment than they actually need.

                Also, anyone who is semi-DIY and can plug in cables to the back of their TV, can plug in a few ethernet cables and get an access point working.

                • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 16:05
                  -1

                  @atwilliams: You're telling me that you have 30 years of experience, yet you couldn't get your OWN single storey house right on the first try, and here you're prescribing for a lot of unknowns for little cost or time benefit.

                  Tell your story walking.

                  • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 16:24
                    -1

                    @Big L: What's your actual point? We've been in our house 25 years, extended it multiple times. It's on an acre and is over 35m end to end with multiple brick internal walls. Each time we've extended the house, we've changed the network configuration to eliminate newly created wifi dead spots.

                    Also, what are these "a lot of unknowns" you speak of?

                    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 17:22

                      @atwilliams: You don't know the purchaser, their needs or their house configuration but you're still offering poor advice.

                      30 years experience and in your house for 25 years and you still stuffed it up. A mesh system would have allowed you to move the points and save time by just adding a new port with each extension. Obviously forward planning isn't your strong suit.

                      • atwilliams on 25/02/2026 - 18:26

                        @Big L: You show me a mesh system which was available 25 years ago, even 5 years ago?

                        My original post was a comment that this particular system would only be suitable for <5% of buyers, mainly as implementing this in a "normal" house would mean their wifi speeds would be considerably faster than their NBN connection (which would remain the bottleneck), and that a 3 box wifi 7 mesh is not usually necessarily to achieve wifi speeds that can max out an NBN connection. That's overspecing the kit / overspending.

                        The only thing I can assume from your over reaction is that you are in someway connected to selling TP-LINK and looking to shift as many boxes as possible. If that's the case, good luck, but that doesn't mean I agree with you.

                        • Big L on 26/02/2026 - 09:44

                          @atwilliams: I hoped that this was a good deal and decided to share it, aware that someone would likely better it and they did.

                          I also thought that there would be detractors with sound knowledge and intelligent comments based on experience. You're not one of them, but others have brought up some flaws that are important to others but thankfully won't affect me.

                          My comment on your inability to forward plan was a pisstake, but you reconfirmed in your last comment, that a 3 unit mesh with WiFi 7 is overspecced - it won't be in the near future.

                          You're supposedly an experienced network engineer, yet you repeatedly underspec and poorly plan even on your own house.

                          This setup will last me 5 - 7 years, as did the last setup, almost anywhere I live.

                          I'm not sockpuppeting, so GFY.

    • nephilim on 25/02/2026 - 20:27
      +1

      eero 7 for about 100-130 from a bunch of ISP such as tangerine and AGL is best band for bunch, $200 will cover ,99.99% of houses

    • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 08:56

      @atwilliams - modern houses are a PITA with their advanced insulation be it McMansions or Quarter McMansions. With glass/foil degrading signals, and foam/wool/solid spray-in blocking the ability to add ports without major costs - mesh like this works well.

      Its also a very stable unit on the 2.4g band (looking as your Eero Pro 7) which is great for IOT.

      • atwilliams on 27/02/2026 - 12:15
        +1

        Agree re: modern houses and there is nothing wrong with mesh systems per sa. My original point was that this particular deal (TP-Link Deco BE65 3 pack) is over the top for 95% of homes, as the performance of the wifi would exceed most people's NBN connection (most people still on plans in the 50-100mbps range). There might be people reading this who are in the 5% who would benefit, but $750 is not cheap for 3 wifi points with some mesh sofware.

  • fuyao on 25/02/2026 - 14:43
    -1

    产品相当不错 这个价格也是历史新低

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 14:46
      +2

      "The product is quite good, and the price is a record low".

    • Pete Gabitas on 25/02/2026 - 14:49
      +1

      You can say that again.

      • coldazure on 25/02/2026 - 22:35

        产品相当不错 这个价格也是历史新低

        or something

  • Drakesy on 25/02/2026 - 14:44
    +3

    will this be enough for my 25/8 nbn?

    • nightelves on 25/02/2026 - 14:48
      +7

      No you need 6 of them to be enough.

      • GunnerMcDagget on 25/02/2026 - 14:58

        Even then, your 25/8 NBN may still not accept you as family. First you need to learn to see yourself as good enough.

      • Drakesy on 25/02/2026 - 15:00

        TY bought 7 just for redundancy

        • nightelves on 25/02/2026 - 15:54

          Ozbargain way is to buy 9 instead of 7 as it works out cheaper per unit. Thought you would know that by now.

  • S13 on 25/02/2026 - 15:40
    +1

    Bought an Orbi RBE773 and had nothing but issues with drop outs. Netgear themselves told me to send it for repair because the satellites kept losing connection (even in wired backhaul). Returned it to where I bought it and I bought this Deco system instead and it has been solid as a rock. No complaints here!

  • Phoebus on 25/02/2026 - 15:44

    This mesh WiFi good for gaming?

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 15:47
      +1

      My mate has had issues with his service using WiFi on a PS2 and now has an ethernet cable running from another room. I think faster and more reliable internet suggest that you'd prefer ethernet cable from this (or other modem) directly to the PC, PS or Xbox. Again, I'm no expert and not a gamer.

      • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 08:58

        A PS2 does not have builtin wifi however - plugged into a mesh node it should be ok, but if using a old wifi adaptor for a PS2 - the then that would be the issue.

  • here for deals on 25/02/2026 - 15:49

    3 pack seems to be overkill in my case (single storey 220sqm house).
    What would be a good price for 2 pack? I'll be on the lookout.

  • Sage222 on 25/02/2026 - 15:57
    +1

    For budget and no 6ghz wifi 7. Check out Xiaomi be5000. I run 3 in wired backhaul mesh. Rock solid and less than 100 each.

    • pineapplepears on 25/02/2026 - 16:04

      Can you provide a link for these under $100? Keen to check them out

    • HitlersDad on 25/02/2026 - 17:07

      Any issues connecting to the net?

      • Sage222 on 25/02/2026 - 18:24
        +1

        Nah been in place for about a year with Exetel FTTP nbn. All good

    • Big L on 26/02/2026 - 09:51
      +1

      I was considering a Xiaomi setup like this but recently bought a Redmi note. I can't get rid of their advertising bloatware for love or money, so I'm filthy on them.

      That said, your solution is probably better for the price 😄

  • TheSANegotiator22 on 25/02/2026 - 16:36
    +1

    This is a great kit, got it through a mate at JB a year ago for $600, couldnt be happier with it running some electronics that we dont have ethernet prewired for in a 2 storey also mobiles and tablets etc.

  • altitudinous on 25/02/2026 - 16:52
    +1

    It is a very good system, I have one. There are security updates until September this year, and after that only at TP-Links pleasure.

    • Kanjus on 26/02/2026 - 11:42

      sauce?
      pretty rubbish if buying new

      • altitudinous on 27/02/2026 - 01:14

        https://www.tp-link.com/sg/support/faq/3182/

        Cannot find a list with Aussie on it, so this is the Singapore one. Look up the last occurrence of BE65 in this page, just BE65, not BE65 pro, 5G or whatever. Last date for security update is 30 Sept 2026.

  • Jay-rad on 25/02/2026 - 17:02
    +1

    https://youtu.be/-5o_Qu3XToQ?si=BWpjKiTzSmpQgHhA

    Id watch that before buying any new Wi-Fi 7 products

    I was eyeing them but holding off

  • azzaisawesome on 25/02/2026 - 18:07
    +1

    Officeworks don’t price match eBay and don’t accept discount codes !!

    • Big L on 25/02/2026 - 18:23

      Ta Azza

  • swifty7 on 25/02/2026 - 18:33
    +1

    I have the 2-Pack or Pro's and the distance coverage on these are very poor. I replaced a 12+ year old TP-Link Archer D9 which covered the whole house and yard flawlessly, and 2 of these don't even come close..was disappointing but could not be bothered buying something else and re-configuring wifi on over 40 smart lights and devices.

    • Niceye on 25/02/2026 - 19:52

      I logged into add a similar comment. Coverage is poor and sometimes become unstable with settings like MLO (basicallly whole network becomes laggy), then the 6GHz band is frustrating as it connects when client is barely in the range then the speed becomes slower than half the speed of 5GHz band.

      I really can’t think of anything good to say about these other than they look good pretends to offer various config options that only makes the system unreadable.

      Avoid it, just buy handful of Eero 6+ for the price of these and you will get better range and bandwidth.

      • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 09:03

        @Niceye - setup the IOT band - it does not vlan the SSID and its only 2.4/5g

        • Niceye on 27/02/2026 - 09:56

          I did setup that just so 50+ iot devices at home don't need to be reconfigured. I also separated the 6Ghz and just left 5Ghz+2.4Ghz as a separate band but then whats the point of the 6Ghz band if that need to be selected whenever I am in close proximity to the router to achieve greater speeds than what 5Ghz offers.

          Anyway, I returned these as these because of the amount of time I wasted configuring. I mean if the user needs to fine tune mesh routers so meticulously then I feel like they defeat the whole purpose, got 3x Eero 7 Pros and they manage client steering and 6Ghz band only gets used when clients actually can use the speeds that band offers.

          • riff.79 on 27/02/2026 - 10:07

            @Niceye: Eero 7 Pros are what I returned and replaced with the BE-65 as their client steering and band scanning caused havoc for my IOT devices. And the 2.4g range was horrible. Which was disappointing - but every home is different so use cases and performance varies.

    • camr00 on 25/02/2026 - 21:16

      Just configure the wifi SSID and password to be the same and your devices will all reconnect. I’ve done a similar thing with my family - configured the same wifi SSID and password at each of our houses and our phones just all connect regardless of which house or which access point/router is behind the SSID.

      • swifty7 on 25/02/2026 - 21:22

        The annoying thing that got me was that my previous router had a separate network for 2.4 and 5ghz so I had seperate SSID’s and this one just has one that covers all wifi bands. But I totally appreciate your suggestion and could have just named it to wifi2.4 for example, and had half of my devices rejoin.

        • camr00 on 26/02/2026 - 19:56

          Thanks for the reply.
          Some TP-Links (my X20's included) allow a second/2.4 only SSID.

          Based on comments here, it feels like Deco's are hit and miss based on what hardware you buy. Mine have been rock solid.

  • DeeTrance on 25/02/2026 - 20:50

    Have been using a pair for a couple of years. It drops out from time to time, and can completely crash requiring a factory reset. But works well 99.9% of the time

  • dvash27 on 25/02/2026 - 21:28
    +1

    Bought this recently to replace my Google nest wifi 6e pro. Firstly anything is better than that Google product. I have two connected by Ethernet and one wireless backhaul. Get the full 940Mbps speeds through buddy telco and 94 upload. Wireless backhaul which is downstairs I get 500Mbps down and 100 upload. I am really happy with it. It’s got plenty of ports as well so didn’t require using extra switches. This is pretty much my setup unless higher speeds are offered for around a $100.

    • coldazure on 25/02/2026 - 22:38

      can you give a summary of the problems with nest? I'm tossing up my first mesh system between a Nest variety and a Deco variety.

      • dvash27 on 25/02/2026 - 23:34
        +2

        The nest only has two ports per unit, if you need to add additional devices then you’ll need to use a switch. The Google App is quite limited in functionality compared to full fledged router system. Google Nest only has band steering and doesn’t allow splitting 2 and 5ghz. I also found in the same setup I had wireless backhaul speeds were quite poor getting 150-250 Mbps compared BE65 where I’m getting close to 500. Hope that helps.

        • coldazure on 26/02/2026 - 09:50

          Thanks appreciate the help.

  • Solario31 on 17/03/2026 - 01:37

    Does this connect directly to my fttc? Or i still need to keep my shitty sagecom modem from belong/telstra?

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