TP-Link Archer A7

Mesh routers have brought features like advanced security, parental controls, and easy setup and network management to more people than ever. TP-Link built some of those features into the Archer A7, a $70 traditional router that performs really well for its price.

Routers can be a bit inscrutable. But it doesn’t have to be difficult to pick one, and these days, you certainly don’t need to be a network technician to setup a router. But if you want to choose the right router, it does help to have some basic knowledge about the kind of things you expect your router to do, and about your current Internet speeds. The stakes aren’t trivial. If you choose an inadequate router, even things you hadn’t thought about can devastate network performance. For example, there’s as big difference in how routers perform as more and more

REVIEW - I've been well over-due for a router upgrade. I was just about to buy a new one when this review offer came along so I jumped at the chance to check

The TP-Link Archer A7 is an AC1750 dual-band router that's easy on the wallet, but its performance is mixed and features are limited.

TP-Link's Archer A7 router provides one of the best balances between price, features and performance available today. The dual-band system is small and unobtrusive, yet it works well and includes a two-year warranty.

The TP Link Archer A7 AC1750 Smart Wi Fi router uses a Mu Mimo technology for a long range, dual band, gigabit connections to your smart at home devices.

The Archer AX50 delivers speedy Wi-Fi 6 for a low price.

Don't let the price fool you.

The TP-Link Archer C7 C7 (AC1750) undeniably failed to impress in our range or throughput testing and is noticeably sparse in terms of features...