Customer Ratings & Reviews

– OVERVIEW– The TP-Link BE6500 is a dual band Wi-Fi 7 router that provides up to 6.5Gbps of wireless speed, and also provides 4 LAN ports for a wired setup. The unit has six pointable antennas that are beamforming. For those interested in moving to a mesh network in the future, the BE6500 is an EasyMesh compatible device, and you’ll be able to purchase a second unit to build your mesh. Lastly, there is a USB3.0 port to allow for storage sharing as well as Time Machine backup (Mac only). – SETUP– Setup was very straightforward; I downloaded the TP-Link Tether App. The app guides you step-by-step through the initialization process and ultimately asks you for a SSID name and password of your choice. The app was able to identify the BE6500 within my vicinity and the rest was easy peasy. I think you can configure the router logging into its default IP address on a browser, but I didn’t try that method of setup. But I was able to login to the router after the fact and see the various knobs that I can tweak and tune. And boy, there are a lot of knobs. But nothing unusual if you’re a power user of routers, wireless or not. The BE6500 is very capable. – PERFORMANCE – So this is the sticking point: the BE6500 is a Wi-Fi 7 router, which means you’ll only really benefit from this protocol if you have Wi-Fi 7 compatible devices. For many of us, that’s not possible, and even our latest and greatest smartphones can process this speed. But for the vast majority of us, Wi-Fi 6E is still here. I was not able to test the throughput of the router’s MLO function with Wi-Fi 7. This allows clients to simultaneously send/receive data on different high frequency bands (5GHz and 6GHz), effectively improving transmission speeds as well as reliability. 4K-QAM is another Wi-Fi 7 feature to boost peak rates and increase throughput. Going back to Wi-Fi speeds in general, the BE6500 far exceeds my typical ISP speeds so I didn’t have to worry about throughput in that department, but as I moved farther from the router, I did see drops in performance. Again, this is not a mesh router out of the box. Living in a 2400sq ft two-story home, I was finding a reduction of speed from my ISP as much as 75%. Another BE6500 set up in a mesh would probably solve this problem. Along with your main SSID, you are able to create a Guest Network SSID as well as an IoT Network SSID. The IoT SSID is a very cool feature considering that I use my current Guest Network SSID for my IoT devices. For us wired users, the router comes with 4 LAN ports (3x 1Gpbs, 1x 2.5Gbps) with its 2.5Gbps WAN port. Gigabit speeds are fast and plenty and moving data from one machine to another is no problem here. The USB3.0 port is a great addition to the router and to remind ourselves, USB3.0 is capable of 5Gbps. So if you don’t have a dedicated NAS, you can simply plug in a portable USB drive or the like. Setup is done through the web interface. I was able to field a 1TB drive that was just lying around my house. The drive is password protected and that is also set up in the web interface. You can only have two users: one with read/write privileges and one with only read privileges. – GOTCHAS – As I mentioned above, this is a Wi-Fi 7 router, reasonably priced I have to say, and a majority of us may not have devices that support this. That doesn’t mean that you can’t use this with your current devices. They will work completely fine. And seeing that Wi-Fi 7 will be saturating the market in the mere future just like Wi-Fi6(e), it definitely doesn’t hurt to purchase something like this now. If anything, you may see improvements overall in speed as these units are using the latest in chip technology. – CONCLUSION – I think this is a fantastic router for the price and features. And if you decide to buy two or more, it may end up being cheaper than your latest and greatest Wi-Fi 7 mesh routers. Just an observation, of course. If only using one, then be mindful of WiFi speeds relative to your distance away from the router. Line of sight was not really an issue for me, but distances rather. Your mileage may vary.

Solved my wifi issues. Was getting lots of dropped wifi and weak signal from my old router in our one-story 1500 sqft home. Was nervous about picking a different brand but the setup couldn’t be easier. Getting blazing fast speeds now with great coverage.

After going through the easy default set up, I was able to log in via my computer and set up my existing wifi network name and password so I did not have to reset the 20+ devices around my house. Range and throughput seem adequate. My Sony streaming tv still works fine. I bought this to replace a Spectrum wifi router costing me $10/mo.

This TP-Link Archer BE6500 replaced my 7 year old Wi-Fi Router. It really helps my security on the internet and my connection to the internet is much faster. It was an easy process to set this router up. This dual band router works well.

Everything was fairly easy to setup as long as you have a cooperative phone. It's only been a month in but I have had absolutely no issues so far. I use the internet heavily when I'm at home and have had no connection drop outs.

Does exactly what i need it to do. It even exeeds the wifi speeds my provider suggest i would get in my area. I run a gaming pc, switch, phones, tablets, and a few other devices with no issues.

Setup for this was extremely easy. I am getting great performance from this in a roughly 2800 sq ft home with no other extenders. If you need to upgrade your tech, look no further this is superior.

Incredibly easy to setup. The range hits every corner of our 3000 sqft house at the lowest speed of 480mbps. We pull 975mbps throughout the same level. We did have to connect an extender for our exterior, but the TP-Link Re600+ connected flawlessly and extends it at over 300mbps. Our Ring cameras all connected relatively easily, but took a few tries. Highly recommend.

Easy setup. Router works really great. No dropped signal through 2000 sq ft home. 10/10

Had this router for a little over 2 months now and so far its been amazing and have had 0 issues. When it comes to gaming or even workstation/ business uses I have yet to be failed. Internet speeds from connected or ethernet have been at its maximum threshold. However for wifi range its not the greatest in terms of coverage and extender may be necessary. Set up was a bit confusing but maybe it was just user error majority of the time.

Excellent value for Wi-Fi 7! The speed is blazing fast and the price is right. The only downside is the lack of a 6 GHz tri-band option. Easy app set up too.

I have set up 3 different routers on my home. This was easiest set-up. Seems to be working well. Several devices connected at the same time and all are working well.

The TP-Link Archer BE6500 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router is an outstanding choice for anyone looking to upgrade their home or office network with the latest technology. Here’s why this router stands out: 1. Wi-Fi 7 Technology: As one of the first routers with Wi-Fi 7, it delivers exceptional speeds and low latency. It’s perfect for gaming, streaming 4K/8K content, and handling multiple devices simultaneously without performance drops. 2. Dual-Band Performance: The dual-band setup provides a great balance between coverage and speed. The 6 GHz band offers blazing-fast speeds, while the 5 GHz band ensures excellent range and compatibility with older devices. 3. High Device Capacity: With support for multiple connected devices, it’s ideal for smart homes with lots of gadgets, from laptops and smartphones to IoT devices. 4. Easy Setup and Management: TP-Link’s Tether app makes setup a breeze and offers intuitive controls for managing your network, checking connected devices, and setting up parental controls. 5. Exceptional Range: The router’s powerful antennas and beamforming technology ensure strong, reliable signals even in larger homes or through thick walls. 6. Robust Security Features: It includes WPA3 encryption and TP-Link HomeShield, providing advanced protection against cyber threats and malware, as well as enhanced parental controls. 7. Future-Proofing: With Wi-Fi 7 and cutting-edge features, this router is designed to keep up with the demands of modern and future technology for years to come. 8. Sleek Design: The compact, black design looks modern and unobtrusive, making it easy to place in any room. If you’re ready to experience the next generation of wireless networking, the TP-Link Archer BE6500 is a fantastic investment. It combines speed, reliability, and advanced features to future-proof your home or office network. Highly recommended for tech enthusiasts and heavy internet users!

I bought this for my mother to replace her existing router. Needed something simple and easy to setup. Setup was straight forward and I was online in a few minutes. So far I've had it working without issues for a month and I really like the app gives me ability to monitor and manage it remotely for my mother. Speed and signal strength are great.

Purchased this router to use as the WiFi for my TMobile home internet. The Tmobile Gateway and Satellite could not cover the needs of my 1600 sqft home. Once I set up ip this router, everyone was happy with their connections and ability to stream throughout my home. We are not gamers, so I can’t say how it will perform for that. But it covers everything inside and outside of my home that needed to be on the WiFi network. Highly recommended for replacing the TMobile gateway/satellite for those of you who need more coverage with that setup.

This router has been excellent. Great range and speeds, with an easy-to-use app that makes setup a breeze. This router has allowed me to stream Steam games throughout my house so I no longer have to be physically at my PC to game. Would definitely recommend.

The router offers a seamless experience for home networking, providing reliable and fast internet speeds. Setup was relatively easy, with clear instructions and a user-friendly interface to manage the settings. Its coverage is impressive, easily reaching all corners of the house without any noticeable lag or drops. With its multiple antennas, it efficiently handles numerous connected devices simultaneously, ensuring a stable connection for everyone. Overall, the router is a great choice for anyone looking to upgrade their home network.

I purchased two of these for two different church properties. It is easy to address and program. I can monitor and adjust security, etc. on both remotely using the "Tether" app on my phone. I can even grant or deny guest access. I can restrict access by time, etc. Very flexible and powerful. My old router capped at 100mps. This one speed tests at 300. Good powerful array on top. Good price.

This router was very easy to set up and has a strong signal. It was delivered quickly and on time. Great experience!

Wifi 7 at a really great price point. Sure it's a TP-Link and not as flashy as some of the other brands, but it does what it needs to do for my house. Connectivity is reliable, speeds are faster than my older wifi 6 router by about 10-15%, and the range is decent. I still needed my existing extender to have a strong signal reach the security camera over my driveway. Overall, not a bad investment to get wifi 7 for under $175.