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$539.99
$599.99
Updated October 2026
Data from the official NETGEAR and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, TP-Link Deco BE85 is the safer pick over NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S because of price, warranty, and max Wi-Fi speed.
It wins the broader comparison through price, warranty, and max Wi-Fi speed, while mesh Wi-Fi and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports help confirm the result. NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S is still relevant if you care most about rating and LAN port count, but TP-Link Deco BE85 is the stronger recommendation overall. Overall, TP-Link Deco BE85 makes more sense for most people.
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| Feature | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S | TP-Link Deco BE85 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $539.99 | $449.99 | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| Rating | 4.4 | 3.9 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 19 Gbps | 22 Gbps | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | NO | YES | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| LAN Port Count | 5 | 4 | NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 0 | 2 | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| VPN | VPN Server, OpenVPN, DDNS | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, DDNS | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
| USB Storage | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | FTP, Samba, Media Sharing | Tie |
10% OFF
$539.99
$599.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- + LAN Port Count: 5
- - Price: $539.99 vs $449.99
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
Winner
$449.99
- + Price: $449.99
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 22 Gbps
- - Rating: 3.9 vs 4.4
- - LAN Port Count: 4 vs 5
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S or TP-Link Deco BE85?
TP-Link Deco BE85 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and max Wi-Fi speed.
What is the biggest difference between NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S and TP-Link Deco BE85?
Price is one of the clearest differences: NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S lists $539.99, while TP-Link Deco BE85 lists $449.99.
Which one looks better on price?
NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S is listed at $539.99, while TP-Link Deco BE85 is listed at $449.99. TP-Link Deco BE85 (better spec).
Who should buy NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S?
Choose NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700S if your priority is rating and LAN port count and that matters more than price.
Who should buy TP-Link Deco BE85?
Choose TP-Link Deco BE85 if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than rating.
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