15% OFF
$169.99
$199.99
Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official Google and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward TP-Link Archer BE400 over Google Nest WiFi Pro, driven by price, rating, and warranty.
What pushes it ahead is price, rating, and warranty, and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) and max Wi-Fi speed keep the advantage from looking narrow. There is still a case for Google Nest WiFi Pro, but mainly if Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and smart home protocols are what you value most. That is why TP-Link Archer BE400 wins the verdict here.
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| Feature | Google Nest WiFi Pro | TP-Link Archer BE400 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.99 | $149.00 | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.3 | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | NO | Google Nest WiFi Pro |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | NO | YES | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 5.4 Gbps | 6.5 Gbps | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| LAN Port Count | 1 | 4 | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 0 | 1 | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| USB Storage | None | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| Smart Home Protocols | Thread Border Router, Matter Controller | None | Google Nest WiFi Pro |
| VPN | None | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNS | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
| MLO (Multi-Link Operation) | NO | YES | TP-Link Archer BE400 |
15% OFF
$169.99
$199.99
- + Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): YES
- + Smart Home Protocols: Thread Border Router, Matter Controller
- - Price: $169.99 vs $149.00
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.3
Winner
17% OFF
$149.00
$179.99
- + Price: $149.00
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Warranty: 2 years
- - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): NO vs YES
- - Smart Home Protocols: None vs Thread Border Router, Matter Controller
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Google Nest WiFi Pro or TP-Link Archer BE400?
TP-Link Archer BE400 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Google Nest WiFi Pro and TP-Link Archer BE400?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Google Nest WiFi Pro lists $169.99, while TP-Link Archer BE400 lists $149.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Google Nest WiFi Pro is listed at $169.99, while TP-Link Archer BE400 is listed at $149.00. TP-Link Archer BE400 (better spec).
Who should buy Google Nest WiFi Pro?
Choose Google Nest WiFi Pro if your priority is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and smart home protocols and that matters more than price.
Who should buy TP-Link Archer BE400?
Choose TP-Link Archer BE400 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax).
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