TP-Link AC1900 Gigabit Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender/Wi-Fi
TP-Link AC1900 Gigabit Mesh Wi-Fi Range Extender/Wi-Fi Booster/Wi-Fi Repeater, 3 External Antennas, Intelligent Signal Light, Power Schedule, LED Control, Tether APP, Easy Setup, UK Plug (RE550)
From the brand
AV1000 Gigabit Powerline Kit
- HomePlug AV2 Standard – high-speed data transfer rates of up to 1000 Mbps
- Gigabit port
- Up to 300 Meters
| Weight: | 360 g |
| Dimensions: | 16.3 x 8.64 x 6.63 cm; 360 Grams |
| Brand: | TP-Link |
| Model: | RE550 |
| Colour: | White |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | TP-Link |
| Dimensions: | 16.3 x 8.64 x 6.63 cm; 360 Grams |
Absolute lifesaver.
We paid for full fibre broadband from Virgin and our Wi-Fi was great in the room with the router, but as soon as you go to the next room, it would cut out intermittently, this extender has not only resolved that issue but also given us further range into other rooms too, absolute game changer. We’ve had it for several months now and haven’t faced a single issue since installation. Highly recommend!
Really good purchase
It is a really good wifi extender, the set up is easy, especially with the Tether app. Despite quite the distance and weak signal (the light is red) it gives really good results. I love you can programme night mode when all the lights are off.
We ordered this as our Virgin Hub3 is shocking and can’t seem to transmit a signal beyond about a metre. We complained to Virgin and got sent a single booster pod. Despite the pod booster, we still have very poor WiFi signal upstairs and after reading reviews, decided to go for this.
It works seamlessly with the Virgin router and the Pod, there are no conflicts or clashes etc. It was a simple out-the-box and plug-in experience to get set-up, took minutes.
Very, very impressed with this. Our home WiFi has gone from ineffective to very strong signal and both our kids can play online games like Fortnite on two separate xboxes with no lag or break in signal. This was impossible before.
We switch it off overnight, along with the TV and Xboxes etc, and it is up and running when switched on within about 30secs.
I will update review in a month or so – as we’ve only had the device for a week, but so far, I can’t recommend it enough. Only minor feedback, is the unit itself is quite wide, so when you plug it in a standard UK 3-pin plug socket, you may struggle to plug in anything else right next to it (we have it on an extension lead and the sockets are very close together).
Purchased this booster for my Starlink setup. It is always stable and boosts the signal to the upstairs rooms in my house. Very easy to setup using the TPLink portal and good signal coverage around my house. Very well priced/great value for money.
I bought this to boost my WiFi signal to the garage, a distance of around 8 metres from an upstairs bedroom, across a garden with no obstacle in between except two walls, one being of a typical house wall and one being single skim garage wall.
It connects very easily to the TP LINK router that I have in the lounge through the mesh network, it was actually seemless. I was very impressed at how easily this is set up and how easily devices around the house switch to it without actually telling them to. The device looks great plugged into the wall, I like the blue light it emits in my daughters bedroom, it’s also a bit of a night light and the brightness can be changed.
Now, the garage, I was dissapointed in this respect, a relatively short distance across a garden and the signal was poor, it wasn’t stable enough to run a WiFi camera in the garage itself. I divulged into the setting and changed betewwn 2.4ghz and 5ghz but this didn’t make any difference and as such rendered it pretty much useless.
All in all, it’s great for boosting the signal around the house, I didn’t need it for that but it works however doesn’t do the job I bought it for. I have kept it, it’s nice to see full WiFi signal on the firestick and laptops etc but disappointing for the actual reason I bought it.
So far so good!
I’m about a month in and so far so good! I live in a 3 story town house, the wifi router is on the bottom floor. My 2 eldest boys (whose bedrooms are on the 3rd floor) use their XBox’s alot, and constantly moan that the wifi was slow whilst gaming!! So to save a potential World War 3 I bought the wifi extender and plugged it into the landing on the middle floor. I haven’t heard a peep off the boys!! So it must be doing something right!
It was easy to set up with the boys consoles, takes about 1/2 minutes to work after being plugged in.
I’m not usually 1 to write a review but in this instance it’s well deserved.
I haven’t put any stars for Tech Support as I haven’t needed their assistance.
We recently had BT move our router as there were issues with the original installation. Unfortunately the routers new location left us with dead spots around the house. Now I know BT will supply a range extender, but from my experience they aren’t all “that”. Getting frustrated with constant dropouts, I decided a range extender and signal booster was the solution. Now there are quite a selection of these thing to choose from. I was looking for something that was simple to set up, didn’t cost the earth and would definitely improve our WiFi signal and coverage. I rarely buy the base model as it’s deigned to be just sufficient enough to just about do the job. With it’s high speed data transfer and mesh capabilities this looks to be the one. On arrival, unpacking the unit reveals a well designed electronic unit. There’s not much in the way of instructions, but that’s because there’s not much to do at all to get up and running. The steps required to connect are straight forward and easy to follow. You need to scan the QR code which then opens play store to download the units app. Plug the unit into a spare wall socket, you will be told if the unit is in range, needs to be moved closer to the router or can be moved further away. You use the app to setup your connection which really couldn’t be more simple and is very similar to just connecting to WiFi for the First time, which is what you are doing as far as the unit is concerned. And that’s it, job done and a decent signal throughout the entire house with multiple device’s connected. I really do get annoyed when equipment manufacturers boast about how easy it is to connect and setup their equipment only to find that you need a masters degree in computer science to even begin to get up and running. This is not one of those manufacturers, this is easy to setup and could only be made easier if it arrived with a technician to install it for you.
Worked perfectly
We could get WiFi on our 1st floor as the router in the study on the ground floor could never reach – Plugged it in upstairs and connected it up – full WiFi upstairs now – simple to set up and works great – would highly recommend
Good produc
I’m one of life’s least technical people around, even I managed to sort this out. This was so easy to install and to do the app, If you can install an app on your phone, you can do this. It has made a world of difference to our TV in another part of the house, even managing to improve our Eufy cameras outside too. Highly recommend this to anyone looking or thinking of buying a Mest Wi-Fi Range Finder.
Powerful signal
Bought this extender to boost the signal from my existing now broadband router.
This extender is actually more powerful than the nowtv router and the signal is as strong in the room where the router is and is equally as good throughout the house. It is easy to install and only needs the network wifi passwords(s) to connect. It automatically reconnrct after being switched off.
It is quite a chunky piece of kit and covers the plug switch. It casts a good blue light wherever it is installed.
Very easy setup and configuratio
I bought this as we had a small dead-zone in one of our rooms, I setup using the Tether App on iOS and was impressed how simple and easy this was to setup. You can even view the number of client devices you have connected to the Extender via the Tether App.
Overall very happy and would recommend this if you have a Wi-Fi dead-zone in your house/dwelling.
The TP-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE550) is the perfect solution for enhancing your home network, eliminating dead zones, and enjoying robust Wi-Fi coverage. Here’s why it’s a top choice for boosting your Wi-Fi signal:
AC1900 Speed: With blazing-fast AC1900 Wi-Fi, this range extender ensures that you experience lightning-quick internet speeds, whether you’re streaming, gaming, or working.
Intelligent Signal Light: The intelligent signal light helps you find the optimal location for your range extender, making setup a breeze.
Extensive Coverage: Equipped with three external antennas, the RE550 extends your Wi-Fi signal throughout your home, eliminating dead spots.
Tether App Control: The Tether app provides convenient control over your network, from setting up the extender to managing your Wi-Fi and connected devices.
LED Control and Power Schedule: You can customize the LED status indicators and set power schedules for energy-efficient operation.
In summary, the TP-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi Range Extender (RE550) is a top-notch choice for extending your Wi-Fi network and enjoying seamless connectivity throughout your home. The five-star rating reflects its excellence in speed, coverage, and user-friendly features. Highly recommended for anyone looking to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones and enjoy fast, reliable internet access.
I have 1GB internet and my router is downstairs and upstairs was my PC was able to connect to the Wi-Fi but only get 150-200 download speeds. Did a lot of looking around to see what was the best option to solve this issue.
Bought this as previous reviews said it worked for them to increase speed and wifi signal across the house. This was so easy to setup and install.
Once I connected to my PC the 5ghz wireless speeds I was getting anything from 500-600 download which massively improved for me. On the other hand connecting using the 1GB Ethernet port I get 900+ download every time I run a speed test. Absolutely fixed my issues.
Only issue is as previously stated in other reviews it is quite bulky and takes up two power outlets. Otherwise would 100% recommend to anyone.
Great extende
Arrived quickly, vert well packaged. Set up was very straightforward I used the web browser as covered in the instructions. Two plus points over other extenders I have had 1) separate indicator lights for 2.4 ghz and 5 ghz showing connection and status 2) thru the web browser you can switch either band on or off. This can be important if you have a piece of kit that only uses one band – I have home EV charger which only uses 2.4ghz
Fast and Easy
I’ve been using this for a couple of months now and the signal is generally good…the repeater (onward) signal is superb but the received signal isn’t always 100%…never really drops out, but then I’m only expecting it to go through 2 walls/doors.
The installation and management is easy and the signal throughput is fast.
BRILLIANT PIECE OF KIT BUT CAN BE TRICKY TO INSTALL
This is a brilliant extender for your wifi just what i needed powerful range and very little drop in signal.
That being said i found it tricky to install via the tether app recommended, but thankfully guided through the whole process patiently by one of TP-Link’s costumer service team.
I used the Virgin Media Router initially but my office on the first floor was losing 100Mbps. Even on the ground floor without almost anything between the router and the laptop I was loosing speed. Bought initially one option of an access point and one extender from TP-Link that didn’t worked very well. Basically didn’t lost or gain anything from the main Virgin router. So I return it.
Got and tested the TP-Link AC1900 and found the best solution was to connect to the Virgin Router via Network cable and use it as an access point. Even on different floors, I only lost around 15Mbps on the process and the ground floor devices almost nothing. No extenders needed.
Happy with the purchase.
👌🏻
If you are looking for a WIFI booster then you are in the right place. I have it on 5G in an area which even with 4G the signal is poor but this booster is .
💯 works!!!!
My daughter couldn’t get Internet even struggled with vodafone pro guaranteed service but this works. She couldn’t be happier. We now get Internet in every room 4 bars whoopee. Brought another one from different make but didn’t work. Don’t hesitate you won’t regret it!
Fantastic Buy
My friend was using sky broadband but having singal issues. i suggested him this non-sky extender and its working brilliantly. From completely dead zone to full bars.
Tip 1: if you main broadband router support 5ghz try to use that instead of 2.4ghz. you will be impressed with speed this wifi can do.
Tip 2: this wifi extender adds _EXT by on ssid to your orginal ssid. make sure you are connected to _ext route
Game change
Upgraded to full fibre last week but was still having WiFi issues upstairs, bought this …..game changer. Easy set up next to router, press the wps on router then the tp link and your good to go. Speeds are brilliant now upstairs.
Ready to use. Good connection.
I’m using this as an access point. So am ethernet cable from my router to this booster to provide WiFi to an area of the house with an extremely poor signal.
Easy enough to set up via the app and then just had to connect various devices to the booster.
This item is good, it has bettered my reception upstairs. I don’t have full signal, but I have better signal then before. I think my issue is a challenging one the router is downstairs on one end of the house and my office is upstairs on the opposite end.
For some reason I had some wifi deadspots in my house so I bought this to plugin and boost signal and it worked exactly how I needed it to.
You end up having two wifi networks but the setup process makes it super easy to setup and manage.
Pros:
– Easy to plugin
– Super easy to configure with TP Link
– Strong signal
Cons:
– when the power is on (which is all the time) there is a blue light that is on and is very strong, so this would be disruptive depending on where you put it . (I have not found a way of turning this off)
As long as the blue light doesn’t put you off, I would recommend this without hesitation. Really pleased with this product.
I wanted to extend my WiFi from the front of my house to an outbuilding at the end of a raised garden. The distance from the back of the house to the outbuilding is about 40-50m and the outbuilding is about level with the roof of our house elevation wise – not an easy task. Thought I was going to have to get a very expensive and more complex wifi bridge systems. But – Pleased to report that from an upstairs window the extender has successfully managed to get my wifi the distance!
Easy enough to set up with an app.
Its quite a large device to fit in a plug but it works so this is only a minor niggle.
The bright led lights on the front, while they look very slick, are not ideal if it needs to live in a bedroom as the only place to do what it needs to as they illuminate the room! Ours has been tucked behind a curtain!
My house is L shape with main Fibre broadband entry (FTTC, copper last part) into one wing. My garage is the opposite corner of the L. I have a Tp Link archer vr2800 serving the wireless and it does have better range than the TalkTalk supplied router but recently the signal was getting weaker – so much so that my extended (in garage – supplies wired connections from the relayed main signal) was very poor.
I got one of these TPlink repeaters (it identifies as Re550) and put it in mid point between two wings. Main router to Re550. And the garage extender now repeats that signal.
End result: I am getting full 37Mbs in all rooms and couldn’t be happier.
It was a bit tricky to setup.
1 – I used main router to find the MAC of the Re500.
2 – I fixed this IP in DHCP of vr2800.
3 – I rebooted everything
4 – I went to that reserved IP address and configured the RE550
Changed its name (clashed with garage extender).
Took a bit of reading to leave DHCP of RE550 as auto. I believe this means ask master for IP and only give out another if it won’t. This avoids two machines getting same IP. That would be bad!
I used same credentials as master.
Then I added new access point to devices. The RE550 can do mesh (same SSID) but not with this Archer vr2800.
The 1st day my main router claimed it had no attached devices. This wasn’t true. I wad going to sent it back but instead I cut the lease time down to 120 minutes and gradually the Acher indeed had devices. As did the other devices. They all seem to play nice together and like I said I am getting decent Internet throughout the house. Sure – the phones automatically swap between the SSID. A laptop might not. But for my use case this kit had worked BUT I can see how it might not seem to work for many – you may need a trch guru to configure devices properly
If you’re looking for a way to improve your Wi-Fi coverage and performance, the TP-Link AC1750 Range Extender might be the solution you need. This device plugs into any wall outlet and extends your existing wireless network to areas that are hard to reach by your router. It supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands and can deliver speeds of up to 450Mbps and 1300Mbps respectively. It also has a gigabit Ethernet port that lets you connect wired devices such as smart TVs, game consoles, or PCs.
The range extender is very easy to set up and use. You can either use the WPS button on the device and your router to establish a connection or use the web-based management console to configure the settings manually. You can also download the TP-Link Tether app on your smartphone or tablet to monitor and control the extender from anywhere. The app lets you check the signal strength, change the SSID and password, enable access control, update the firmware, and more.
The device has three external antennas that can be adjusted to optimize the signal direction and coverage. It also has a smart LED indicator that shows the connection status and helps you find the best location for the extender. The device is compatible with any standard Wi-Fi router or access point, and can work in two modes: range extender mode or access point mode. In range extender mode, it picks up the Wi-Fi signal from your router and amplifies it to extend the coverage. In access point mode, it connects to your router via an Ethernet cable and creates a new Wi-Fi hotspot.
It has some drawbacks, however. It is quite bulky and blocks the second outlet in a two-outlet receptacle. It also lacks a pass-through outlet that would allow you to plug in another device or power strip. Moreover, it only has one Ethernet port, which might not be enough for some users who want to connect multiple wired devices.
Pros:
1- Easy setup and management
2- Fast throughput and range performance
3- Dual-band support and gigabit Ethernet port
4- Adjustable antennas and smart LED indicator
Cons:
1- Bulky design and no pass-through outlet
2- Only one Ethernet port
Reasons to buy:
– You want to extend your Wi-Fi coverage and performance in areas with weak or no signal
– You have a dual-band router and want to take advantage of both bands
– You have wired devices that need a reliable internet connection
Reasons to avoid:
– You have limited space or outlets in your desired location
– You need more than one Ethernet port for your wired devices
– You prefer a more discreet or compact design
Conclusion: The TP-Link AC1750 Dual Band Range Extender is a great device that can boost your Wi-Fi signal and performance in areas where your router can’t reach. It is easy to set up and use, and offers fast throughput and range on both bands. It also has a gigabit Ethernet port that lets you connect wired devices. However, it is bulky and lacks a pass-through outlet, which might be an issue for some users. It also only has one Ethernet port, which might not be enough for some scenarios. Overall, this is a solid choice for anyone who needs a simple and effective way to improve their Wi-Fi network.
5.0 out of 5 stars It works!
Tried another brand but kept cutting out – son recommended this brand and it works very well
This WIFI Extender is a solid choice and cost effective
It’s made it possible to play my PlayStation 5 in my upstairs. The PlayStation has a pretty awful network card so definitely worth investing in this and good value for money for the speed you get.
Perfec
Sky modem with 900mb fibre speed placed in the bedroom street side, first floor. Without the extender my Xbox series X (back of the house) was getting 20mb download speed. WITH the extender speed is now 176mb.
Setup took 1 minute with the WPS button. The app is totally unnecessary.
5.0 out of 5 stars TP-Link AC1750
Using the tp tether app this extender was very easy to set up and create an access point in my detached garage. Quality product.
Essential for gaming
Literally an essential and a life saver if you play games and lag. On my ps4 at the time I was getting 30mb. Used this and an Ethernet cable to connect from the adapter to my ps4 and was getting 150mb with no lag. Do not use Wi-Fi and just invest into this and it will be worth every penny!!
Really works
Finally we have WiFi in the attic. Just remember when first connecting that you start with the booster near the WiFi router and then move it nearer to where you want to spread the wifi
Works
I recently purchased this product and overall, I’m quite pleased with it. It arrived on time and was adequately packaged for protection. The quality is decent, and it performs well for its intended purpose. While it may not be the most exceptional product in its category, it certainly gets the job done. The price is reasonable for what you get, and I consider it a worthwhile investment. It has certainly met my basic needs, and I have no major complaints.
Vast improveme
I’m not the best tech person but this was really easy to set up, although it says to place it in direct view of the main network I didn’t have that option and had to place it around the ?? corner but it has more than doubled my speed, well happy with it and with the cost.
5.0 out of 5 stars It works
Does the job I purchased it for- to extend Wi-Fi signal from house to garage. Placed extender approx 10m from router and signal works in garage 12m away.
Great upgrade for my home office signal
Added it to my home office (upstairs), and the router is downstairs. The house size is 140sqm.
The extended network has added over 150Mbps to my office connection.
It was pretty easy to set up. I don’t know enough about networks to really give much advice, but it worked well for me, and it was a great upgrade for just 40.
Works like a dream
Having just binned a QLOCOM router I bought from Amazon for not connecting…this bit of kit has done the job. Extensive but clear instructions, multiple ways of connecting…took a few mins. Happy days 🙂
4.0 out of 5 stars Doubled our WiFi range
Really useful range extender. Has filled in our WiFi weak spots
We live in a newly renovated grade II listed barn conversion with a thick stone wall that runs down the centre of the house that was blocking off the signal from the router to the other side of the house to where the router was. We bought this and have plugged it in upstairs on the landing (our mains socket is in the master bedroom on the opposite side of the house) and this mesh system picks up the signal and means we now get signal across the whole house! Would definitely recommend and super easy to set up with the free app that you download and follow the instructions. Very easy and quick to set up and full signal across the whole house.
This is fantastic! I recently moved into a London flat and signed up to Virgin Media for our wifi.
While the signal strength was great in the living room, the reach beyond it was not! It would barely reach my bedroom, and almost non-existent in my flatmate’s.
Virgin Media customer service were an absolute joke and totally unhelpful. They told us we needed to pay an extra 8 p/m for one of their booster ‘pods’.
We decided to go our own way and have been delighted with the result of the TP-Link.
It’s plugged in equidistant from living room to bedrooms, and was a breeze to set up. Signal has been strong and consistent ever since!
Highly recommend!
I ordered this product to extend the range of my router, as the one provided by my ISP was struggling to go beyond 1-2 rooms in my house. This has made a massive improvement and I am now able to get a strong and fast connection in every room of my house.
Setup is easy, I just installed their app on my phone and did it all through there. The device also has some nice features, like being able to control the signal strength and have it shutoff during certain hours. This can be useful for reducing it’s power usage during certain times.
Also, if you setup the booster name and password to match your router, you will then not have to worry about connecting any of your devices to both the router and booster. I have a gigabit connection and I cannot tell when any of my devices switch between which interface they’re connected to. I also have a small server connected to the ethernet port on the booster which has been able to maintain a fast and stable connection almost as if it was directly connected to the router.
Overall, this really is a great product and I would definitely recommend it for people looking to improve the connectivity within their home.
Excellent coverage. Reaches the end of my garden, about 30 meters perfectly .
Only downside is I didn’t realise how tall/long the device is. So if you’re short on space above the socket this won’t fit.
Its Also hard to press the power switch on the wall socket as this fits really flush and is too wide
It also took ages to set up. TOP TIP Jump straight to the last set of instructions
We currently use one of these TP-Link AC1900 units to allow a wired-only piece of kit to connect to a non-TP-Link WiFi mesh. The maximum supported number of mesh repeaters is already in use (each one has an ethernet port to which wired-only stuff can be connected), so this TP-Link device was purchased to connect the wired device to the WiFi rather than physically to one of the existing WiFi mesh devices. This particular model was chosen as it could be configured to only use the 5GHz band, to avoid interference with Zigbee, Bluetooth etc. It does the job for which it was purchased perfectly. I cannot comment on its performance, as it’s not significant in the situation that it’s used in.
The only downside, and the reason that this unit will be replaced, is that the security policy here is that kit from Chinese-owned companies is not permitted in any part of the network. The ownership of TP-Link hadn’t been checked prior to purchasing the unit, hence having to replace it now.
If you’re not fussed about Chinese-ownership, I’d recommend this unit (with the caveat that I haven’t checked its performance characteristics).
I have used a fair few signal repeaters over the years and also have used old routers as repeaters. Recently I was lucky enough to get fibre to the premises broadband from a small supplier. This in theory gives be 300MBS upload and download. However it soon became apparent that the router supplied had pretty poor wi-fi capabilities and the signal was rather weak in the lounge. I decided to try one of these range extenders,
It suits my purpose perfectly. Very easy to set up and I cant see anyone having a problem. WPS pairing worked but I then changed the SSID to match the rest of the network which worked well as roaming devices tend to pair to the strongest signal. The advice with this extender was to place it halfway between the router and the problem area. This is logical enough but I was able to place the device behind the TV in the lounge (blue light on the device shows this placement is fine) which meant I could use the ethernet socket for my PVR. This all works perfectly. Unlike previous extenders I have used this one is very stable and I have not had to reboot the device yet.
Its important to realise that because of the way repeaters work you will not get the same speed as you would next to the router. There are endless clear explanations for this on the internet but in simple terms the repeater has to collect the signal and then pass it on so you might in theory half the bandwidth. So if your actual internet speed from the provider is slow this may not be the solution you are hoping for. My upload/download (just checked) is about 140 MB from the 300. What you will get though if the device is placed correctly is a very strong signal strength, exactly what wifi dongles such as the firestick require.
Based on my experience of ease of setup, usefulness and importantly stability its five stars all the way from me.