Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official TP-Link site.
2026 verdict
TP-Link Archer BE600 edges out TP-Link Deco BE23 in 2026, led by Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count.
The main reason it wins is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count, and LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports and USB storage strengthen that case. TP-Link Deco BE23 can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweigh the wider strengths of TP-Link Archer BE600. That is why TP-Link Archer BE600 wins the verdict here.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Max Wi-Fi Speed2.7×TP-Link Archer BE6009.7 Gbps vs 3.6 Gbps
- LAN Port Count2.5×TP-Link Archer BE6005 vs 2
- LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports2×TP-Link Archer BE6004 vs 2
| Feature | TP-Link Archer BE600 | TP-Link Deco BE23 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.99 | $204.99 | TP-Link Deco BE23 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.4 | TP-Link Deco BE23 |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | NO | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 9.7 Gbps | 3.6 Gbps | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| LAN Port Count | 5 | 2 | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 4 | 2 | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| USB Storage | FTP, Samba, Time Machine, Media Sharing | None | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| VPN | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNS | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, DDNS | TP-Link Archer BE600 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | YES | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
$249.99
- + Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): YES
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 9.7 Gbps
- + LAN Port Count: 5
- - Price: $249.99 vs $204.99
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
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$204.99
$249.99
- + Price: $204.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- - Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax): NO vs YES
- - Max Wi-Fi Speed: 3.6 Gbps vs 9.7 Gbps
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: TP-Link Archer BE600 or TP-Link Deco BE23?
TP-Link Archer BE600 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), max Wi-Fi speed, and LAN port count.
What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Archer BE600 and TP-Link Deco BE23?
Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Archer BE600 lists $249.99, while TP-Link Deco BE23 lists $204.99.
Which one looks better on price?
TP-Link Archer BE600 is listed at $249.99, while TP-Link Deco BE23 is listed at $204.99. TP-Link Deco BE23 (better spec).
Who should buy TP-Link Archer BE600?
Choose TP-Link Archer BE600 if your priority is Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and max Wi-Fi speed and that matters more than price.
Who should buy TP-Link Deco BE23?
Choose TP-Link Deco BE23 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax).
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