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| Feature | TP-Link Archer BE900 | TP-Link Deco BE95 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.99 | $569.99 | TP-Link Deco BE95 |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.2 | TP-Link Deco BE95 |
| Max Wi-Fi Speed | 24.4 Gbps | 33 Gbps | TP-Link Deco BE95 |
| LAN Port Count | 8 | 5 | TP-Link Archer BE900 |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 4 | 2 | TP-Link Archer BE900 |
| Smart Home Protocols | None | Matter Controller | TP-Link Deco BE95 |
| 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 BE900 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | YES | YES | Tie |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | YES | Tie |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | YES | Tie |
- + LAN Port Count: 8
- + LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports: 4
- + VPN: VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNS
- - Price: $599.99 vs $569.99
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2
- + Price: $569.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Max Wi-Fi Speed: 33 Gbps
- - LAN Port Count: 5 vs 8
- - LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports: 2 vs 4
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: TP-Link Archer BE900 or TP-Link Deco BE95?
The TP-Link Deco BE95 for most homes, costing less, rating slightly higher and covering the house as a mesh with dual 6 GHz radios and a 33 Gbps rating. The TP-Link Archer BE900 wins on wired port count and on configuration depth.
What is the biggest difference between the two?
One is a mesh, the other is a single router. The TP-Link Deco BE95 spreads coverage across multiple units with a 6 GHz backhaul, while the TP-Link Archer BE900 concentrates quad-band Wi-Fi and eight LAN ports in one place.
Which one has more wired ports?
The TP-Link Archer BE900, with eight LAN ports including two at 10 Gbps plus SFP+. The TP-Link Deco BE95 offers fewer ports per unit, though it also provides 10 Gbps and SFP+ connectivity.
Which one covers a large house better?
The TP-Link Deco BE95, because additional nodes put the signal where it is needed and one 6 GHz radio carries traffic between them. A single Archer BE900 has to reach every room from its own position.
Which one suits someone who likes to tune settings?
The TP-Link Archer BE900, which offers USB storage sharing, a complete VPN suite and configuration backup. Mesh systems like the Deco BE95 trade some of that depth for simplicity.
Who should buy the TP-Link Archer BE900?
Enthusiasts who want a single quad-band router with the most wired ports, deep configuration options, VPN features and USB sharing, in a home one unit can cover.
Who should buy the TP-Link Deco BE95?
Families who want dependable Wi-Fi throughout a larger home from an easy mesh system with dual 6 GHz radios and multi-gig ports, at a lower price.
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