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TP-Link AX1800 WiFi 6 Router (Archer AX21) – Dual Band Wireless Internet Router, Gigabit Router, Easy Mesh, Works with Alexa - A Certified for Humans Device

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  • VPN Server: Archer AX21 Supports both Open VPN Server and PPTP VPN Server
  • Dual-Band WiFi 6 Internet Router: Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) technology achieves faster speeds, greater capacity and reduced network congestion compared to the previous generation
  • Next-Gen 1.8 Gbps Speeds: Enjoy smoother and more stable streaming, gaming, downloading and more with WiFi speeds up to 1.8 Gbps (1200 Mbps on 5 GHz band and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz band)
  • Connect more devices: Wi-Fi 6 technology communicates more data to more devices simultaneously using revolutionary OFDMA technology
  • Extensive Coverage: Achieve the strong, reliable WiFi coverage with Archer AX1800 as it focuses signal strength to your devices far away using Beamforming technology, 4 high-gain antennas and an advanced front-end module (FEM) chipset
  • Works with all internet service providers, such as Comcast, Charter, AT&T, Verizon, Xfinity, Spectrum, RCN, Cox, CenturyLink, Frontier, etc.( a modem is required for most internet service providers)

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1. Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range and coverage specifications are based upon test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless transmission rate and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition. 2. Use of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and features including OFDMA and Target Wake Time requires clients to also support corresponding features. Actual power reduction by Target Wake Time may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors. 3. Use of WPA3 requires clients to also support WPA3. 4. Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.


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Customer Ratings
WiFi signal
4.4
4.4
4.4
4.5
4.3
4.5
User interface
4.3
4.2
4.2
4.3
4.4
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Tech Support
3.9
3.9
3.9
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Value for money
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Easy to install
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Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB
number of ports
5
5
5
5
4
5
data transfer rate
1200 megabits per second
2976 megabits per second
2976 megabits per second
5378 megabits per second
1800 megabits per second
4804 megabits per second
wireless standard
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B
802 11 AX
802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B
frequency band class
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
dual band
lan port bandwidth
10/100/1000 Mbps
10/100/1000 Mbps
10/100/1000 Mbps
10/100/1000 Mbps
10/100/1000 Mbps

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WiFi 6 Dual Band Router - TP-Link AX1800 Archer AX21
Long Range Wireless Internet for Home with Antenna

The Best WiFi Starts Here

WiFi 6 upgrades your home to new levels of speed, performance, and capacity. It manages all your data and devices in ways that were never possible before. Explore what the new era of WiFi can do for you.

Experience the Future of Speed and Performance

Super-fast speeds up to 1.8 Gbps and a powerful CPU mean the ultimate buffer-free 4K/HD streaming and gaming experience even with all your smart home, mobile, and other electronic devices connected to your network. [2]

High Speed and Performance
Connect up to 4X More Devices Without Losing Speed

Connect up to 4X More Devices Without Losing Speed

Archer AX21 communicates data to multiple devices simultaneously with revolutionary OFDMA and MU-MIMO, allowing the whole family to connect more without slowing down. [5]

Easy Setup with Tether App

Easy Setup with Tether App

Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether App or the powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer AX21 in minutes.

Better Coverage

Better Coverage

Beamforming and four antennas work together to improve your WiFi and focus signal strength towards your devices for stronger, more reliable coverage.

Advanced WPA3 Security

Advanced WPA3 Security

The latest WiFi security to keep your devices and network safe. [4]

Backward Compatible

Backward Compatible

Compatible with all WiFi standards, devices, and Internet Service Providers.

TP-Link OneMesh – Create Your Own Mesh WiFi System

TP-Link OneMesh

OneMesh uses your compatible router and range extender to form a mesh WiFi network. This allows you to roam freely without connecting to a new network or dropping your connection and only requires one name and password to connect.[7][9]

Visit TP-Link’s official website for compatible models.

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    Product Description

    TP-Link WiFi 6 Router AX1800 Smart WiFi Router – 802.11ax Router, Gigabit Router, Dual Band, OFDMA, Parental Controls, Long Range Coverage, Works with Alexa(Archer AX21)

    *Works with all internet service providers, such as Comcast, Charter, AT&T, Verizon, Xfinity, Spectrum, RCN, Cox, CenturyLink, Frontier, etc.( a modem is required for most internet service providers)

    Industry-Leading Support

    TP-Link offers 24/7 technical support and 2-year warranty for most home products,1 more year than most networking brands.

    Buy with Confidence

    Founded in 1996, TP-Link is a global provider of reliable networking devices and accessories, involved in all aspects of everyday life. With a proven heritage of stability, performance and value, TP-Link has curated a portfolio of products that meet the networking needs of all individuals. Now, as the connected lifestyle continues to evolve,the company is expanding today to exceed the demands of tomorrow.

    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    18,035 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the coverage, performance, ease of setup, value, and interface of the networking router. For example, they mention that it improves coverage, performs flawlessly, and is easy to pair with the router. That said, they say it's good value for money and that the UI is intuitive and easy to manage.

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    1,152 customers mention937 positive215 negative

    Customers like the performance of the networking router. They say that it is performing flawlessly, has nice features, and was very easy to setup. Customers also say that the router is a must-have for anyone seeking top-notch performance and reliability. They mention that it has tons of options and doesn't have performance issues that ISP supplied routers do. Customers further praise the router as reliable and high-performing, and praise the support as reliable.

    "...Reliable support. Immediately noticed an uptick in network bandwidth and responsiveness...." Read more

    "...In conclusion, the TP-Link WiFi 7 router has proven to be a reliable and high-performing addition to our home network...." Read more

    "...The Magic Jacks now talk directly to the cell phone tower. One of them works perfectly and the other one only has one way audio when calling..." Read more

    "...it's affordable, has tons of options and doesn't have performance issues that ISP supplied routers do. pick one up today, i'm sure glad I did." Read more

    1,063 customers mention957 positive106 negative

    Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention the instructions are clear, all configuration changes are immediate, and the device pairs easily with the router via the Tether app. They also appreciate the user-friendly interface and intuitive installation. Overall, customers are happy with the ease of setup and use of the product.

    "...Setup is a breeze, or a button click away in my case if you do use IPv6. Reliable support...." Read more

    "...The router's advanced technology ensures a seamless and uninterrupted connection, even during peak usage hours...." Read more

    "...The WEB interface on this device is a thing of beauty! Everything is very logically laid out, most changes, you don't have to reboot for, and if you..." Read more

    "...setting this up was very straight forward. simply power down your ISP modem, and reboot...." Read more

    664 customers mention524 positive140 negative

    Customers like the quality of the router. They say it provides great WiFi coverage all over their house, with a strong signal even at the furthest room. Customers are also pleased with the purchase, saying it improves the strength of their internet. They also mention that it's a very good dual band router for home network connections, with high bandwith transmissions and wide area signal strength.

    "...my residential network updates to 2Gbps, I'm finding the price point, quality, and consistency that's making me as fond of the Archer BE550 as my C7..." Read more

    "...to virtual learning and social media browsing, the router handles it all with finesse...." Read more

    "...at the same time, that’s with 4k streaming, it’s future proof, updates are nice from TP Link a match made in heaven with Win 11, buy it you will..." Read more

    "...With its cutting-edge WiFi 6 technology, I can now enjoy lightning-fast connections on all my devices simultaneously, even during peak usage..." Read more

    654 customers mention540 positive114 negative

    Customers like the speed of the router. They mention it does a great job in speed and balancing the speed between all devices. The link speed has increased, and the service returns much faster. The wifi signal is stronger and faster than before, and it keeps the data moving without a bottleneck. Overall, the router is very efficient and does not experience any drop offs.

    "...However my page load times decreased significantly. There's a lot to modern networking, and TP-Link considers all of it under the hood...." Read more

    "...My eldest, a gaming enthusiast, has experienced reduced latency and faster response times, resulting in a more enjoyable gaming experience...." Read more

    "...Just very snappy. Internet tasks are usually as fast as doing stuff locally on the computer. You can easily tell when it's the website that's slow...." Read more

    "...devices on my network and all are staying connected flawlessly and seem faster than with the ISP supplied router...." Read more

    411 customers mention349 positive62 negative

    Customers like the value of the networking router. They say it has good features for the price, is an affordable upgrade, and saves them money. Some are also satisfied with the quality for cost.

    "...As my residential network updates to 2Gbps, I'm finding the price point, quality, and consistency that's making me as fond of the Archer BE550 as my..." Read more

    "...Now that I've gotten to use it, I consider it well worth the money!..." Read more

    "...other than that, i think this router is perfect. it's affordable, has tons of options and doesn't have performance issues that ISP supplied routers..." Read more

    "...8k video streaming is glitchless. This is a great, inexpensive way to try out wifi 7." Read more

    107 customers mention104 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the coverage of the router. They mention that it improves coverage in a 1200 sq ft house, has really good signal, and covers all areas of the home. Some say that the coverage is great with no blank spots, and that it even reaches all the way to the backyard. Some mention that the router is so strong, that it reaches downstairs without needing an extender.

    "...Its robust connectivity, extensive coverage, and ability to cater to the diverse online needs of my four kids make it an excellent choice for..." Read more

    "...Coverage is fine for my 1500 sq ft house." Read more

    "...Once set up, the coverage is great...." Read more

    "Covers my entire house. All my router connections work perfect. No dropped or slow issues like my old router. I highly recommend it." Read more

    107 customers mention82 positive25 negative

    Customers like the interface of the networking router. They say it's user-friendly, intuitive, and easy to manage. They also mention that the app and website are super user friendly. Some say that the browser-based administration set up is nice and sufficient, but could do with a better layout. Overall, most are satisfied with the interface and recommend it to others.

    "...This has significantly improved the overall online experience for both work and leisure activities...." Read more

    "...The UI is very easy to navigate and find what you need...." Read more

    "This is a really great product, very easy to set up with a great app, and MOST OF ALL I cannot say enough about the OUTSTANDING TECH SUPPORT from..." Read more

    "...This is a confusing and poor icon choice because most people would think that this will remove the client entirely. It doesn't...." Read more

    970 customers mention524 positive446 negative

    Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention it has robust connectivity, extensive coverage, and ability to cater to the needs of a very big network share. They say that all of their devices stay connected flawlessly and the signal is strong through walls and floors. However, others say that they are unable to connect to the internet and that their wifi devices using it lose their connection multiple times a day.

    "...The Netgear R7000 Nighthawk is THE router, they said. Incredible range, they said.Get the hAP ax³, they said...." Read more

    "...The wireless signal would cut out, and even wired connections would lose internet access intermittently...." Read more

    "...Its robust connectivity, extensive coverage, and ability to cater to the diverse online needs of my four kids make it an excellent choice for..." Read more

    "...Then, a couple of weeks ago, something changed and my Chromebook doesn't like the internet and drops it. It has a strong connection, but no internet...." Read more

    Archer A7/AX21 2.4G speed for iPhone 11 from 300M Verizon Fios
    5 Stars
    Archer A7/AX21 2.4G speed for iPhone 11 from 300M Verizon Fios
    Archer A7/AX21 2.4G speed for iPhone 11 from 300M Verizon Fios5* review for successfully resolved my low 2.4G speed problem, excellent support from TP Link and fast 5G speed that exceeds Verizon Fios max speed of 300Mbps.The purpose of this review is to compare the 2.4G and 5G speeds of the TP Link Archer A7(AC1700) WiFi 5 router and AX21(AX1800) WiFi 6 router using an iPhone 11 which supports WiFi 6. The highest speed I can test is 300Mbps limited by my Verizon Internet plan. Measurement results using show that using the WiFi 5 router, the 2.4G speed is 60M/80M (UL/DL) and the 5G speed is 307M/330M, whereas using the WiFi 6 router, the 2.4G speed is 110M/120M and the 5G speed is about same.Newer routers’ real life 5G speed is very high and normally is not a problem, but real life 2.4G speed could be slow. It is not entirely sure which part of the wireless link is limiting the 2.4G speed. Below examines the speed limit of the WiFi standards involved, the router and iPhone 11. The routers are TP Link’s Archer A7(AC1700) and AX21(AX1800). Measured speeds at 2.4G and 5G will also be given.Router (TP Link) Specs and Supported WiFi Standards1) Archer A7(AC1700) has has 3 antennas is a WiFi 5 router2.4G : 450Mbps5G: 1300M bpsSupported Standards: AX21(AX1800) : 802.11ac(Wi-Fi 5), 802.11b, 802.11ax(Wi-Fi 6), 802.11n(Wi-Fi 4), 802.11g802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax are also called Wi-Fi 4, WiFi 5 and WiFi 6 respectively.2) AX21(AX1800) has 4 antennas is a WiFi 6 router2.4G: 574M bps5G: 1200M bps.Supported Standards: AX7 (AC1700) 802.11b, 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11acA7 (AX1800) is a low cost ($60) popular (listed as “Amazon Choice”) WiFi 5 router which supports 802.11 ac whereas AX 21 is a low cost ($90) WiFi 6 router which supports 802.11 ax. WiFi 6 (max speed 9.6G) not only has higher speed than WiFi 5 (max speed 3.5G) but also can support more devices using orthogonal frequency division multiple access. The main differences are given in picture 1. (Picture 1 from : https://www.mwrf.com/technologies/systems/article/21849959/whats-the-difference-between-wifi-5-and-wifi-6)Comparing the specs of these two routers, one has a higher 2.4G speed while the other has a higher 5G speed. But in real life, according to my measurements, at 2.4G, the WiFi 6 router has almost twice the speed than the WiFi 5 router. I don’t have a high enough wireless speed plan to test the 5G speed. In my house both routers have the same speed of 310M, limited by the max speed allowed by Verizon Fios 300M.Speeds specified by the WiFi standards are speeds the router manufacturers trying to meet and they are not the limit, but speeds advertised by the router are the speeds that customers want the router to be able to reach. They become upset if they are unable to get the speeds advertised by the router.Routers often do not specified under what link conditions these seemingly advertised high speeds could be realized. For example what is the required bandwidth, the number of antennas (the so called MIMO) and how pure the signal has to be (the signal to noise ratio). Is the bandwidth 20, 40, 80 or 160M? Is the signal to noise ratio has to be greater than 10dB?In real life, link speed depends on how far from the router (the signal strength) and radio interference which falls in band (the signal to noise ratio). The former can be solved by doing the speed test right next to the router, where the transmit signal from the router is at maximum. But for the latter, unless one has a so called Faraday Cage, there is no way to block in-band interference especially at 2.4G, which are used by microwave ovens, Bluetooth and many household devices. Interference is hard to quantify without using a spectrum analyzer and could become an excuse if one calls the router support line complaining low speed.Another limit is the device itself, and in this case iPhone 11. It’s specs are given below.Wi-Fi specifications for iPhone 11802.11 standard, name, frequency Maximum PHY data rate Maximum channel bandwidth Maximum MCS index Maximum spatial streamsax@5 GHz 1200 Mbps 80 MHz 11 (HE) 2/MIMOac@5 GHz 866 Mbps 80 MHz 9 (VHT) 2/MIMOa/n@5 GHz 300 Mbps 40 MHz 7 (HT) 2/MIMOax@2.4 GHz 195 Mbps 20 MHz 9 (HE) 2/MIMOb/g/n@2.4 GHz 144 Mbps 20 MHz 7 (HT) 2/MIMO(From: https://support.apple.com/guide/deployment/iphone-wi-fi-specification-details-dep268652e6c/web)https://mcsindex.com gives more details about how the speed on each band is affected by modulation scheme, number of antennas, bandwidth and WiFi standards used, not only for iPhones but for routers as well.From the iPhone 11 specs, only “n” and “ax” support 2.4GHz if we ignore the older standards “b” and “g”. At 2.4G, The maximum speeds for “n” is 144M whereas for “ax” is 195M. The max bandwidth for both is 20MHz which needs to be set in the router. Setting the bandwidth to 40MHz could lower the speed as the noise power will be doubled.However, at 5GHz the speed for ac (WiFi 5) is 866M with 80M max bandwidth whereas for ax (WiFi 6) is 1200M also with 80M max bandwidth. These bandwidths should also be specified in the router. Setting the bandwidth too high or too low could lower the speed.From the iPhone 11 max speeds, it is clear that the wireless link’s speed is not limited by both the A7 and AX21 routers and the standards, but by the iPhone 11 at 2.4G and by Verizon Fios at 5G.I have Verizon Fios 300M download and upload. Initially, I used an A7, thinking that at 2.4GHz, the router speed is 450M which is higher than iPhone’s 144M(“n”) and 195M(“ax), surely shouldn’t be a problem. But speed test showed that I got only 60M download and 80M upload from the best channel and 20M bandwidth (I tested all the channels and bandwidth combinations).60M is too slow for me because I have several devices (such as security cameras) using 2.4G. So I called TP Link support line to see what I had done wrong. Most customer supports didn’t know what the problem was the and finally I was connected to a high level support. She said that in real life, I had to multiply the speed by 30-50% and guided me through the various specs of the wireless link. I don’t know where the 30-50% comes from, perhaps it was her empirical experience. If I use the average of 40% and assume that applies to the lower speed of the router and the iPhone, which is 144MHz. 40%x144M is 57M. This was about what I got at 2.4G using the A7 router.But she also said something about WiFi 6 router and got me thinking perhaps a WiFi 6 router could improve the speed. (I must say that I got excellent support from TP Link, I had gotten calls twice from the specialist unsolicited and many followup emails. All trying to help me solve the low speed problem.)I then change the A7(AC1700) to an AX21(AX1800), which does support WiFi 6 “ax”.The main advantage of using AX21 is that it raised the iPhone 11 max speed at 2.4G from 144M to 195M, a gain of 51M. And as a result, in real life, the 2.4G link speed seemed to have increased by about the same amount. Speed test showed that at 2.4G, I now got ~90-110M(download, previously 60M when using A7) and 100-120M(upload) with the channel and bandwidth set on auto. Though the download speed is still less than 195M, the link speed has increased by changing to a router that supports ax and has 4 antennas. Have no idea if a more expensive router will further increase the 2.4G speed.However, at 5GHz, both routers give 307M download and 330M upload, limited by Verizon Fios max speed of 300M.When doing speed test, I shut off all 2.4G emitters. I live in a rural area and I suspect there is little interference.A7 has 3 antennas whereas AX21 has four. Is the speed improvement at 2.4G due to the additional antenna or the support of WiFi 6 or both?
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Very Advanced; Very Nice!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2023
    This runs a whole bunch of stuff - WiFi and LAN - typically about 15 devices. I'm not going to rate the Wifi because I'm not going to use it yet. 1) I have two EAP225's; they're VERY strategically located and they mesh with each other. Unfortunately they won't mesh with this thing. 2) I don't have anything else that will even do WiFi 7 yet.

    I got this mainly for the five 2.5 GbE ports - one WAN and 4 LAN's! I've also got a Yeacomm (Speednet) NR610 (also a very nice, but expensive device), and my internet is blazingly fast! Just very snappy. Internet tasks are usually as fast as doing stuff locally on the computer. You can easily tell when it's the website that's slow. That Yeacomm has a 2.5 GbE port and I was drooling at the thought of getting that 2.5 GbE speed to the LAN. (I also have a gigabit switch, a PoE switch [for the EAP225'sand the Magic Jacks that only do 10 MbE], and two 2.5 GbE switches.) Really nice that all my stuff plugs into this!

    The WEB interface on this device is a thing of beauty! Everything is very logically laid out, most changes, you don't have to reboot for, and if you know your network stuff, you'll find it nice and easy to use.

    If you don't know your network stuff, you're still in luck! It took its time communicating with the Yeacomm (LTE CPE Modem) (and a bunch of other devices) on the first boot - maybe 3 minutes or 4 minutes - but it configured itself very well! I have two Magic Jack lines and those didn't work right away. It took some hair-pulling-out time to straighten it out. But I've had one way audio problems with those before. This time, this router had the provisions to fix it (on one of them only.) That's not this router's fault; it's just the way it is. You need to forward a range of ports on two different devices and you can't. It took a very long time to get fixed. It was like a combination lock. Turns out the final step was some settings in the Yeacomm. The Magic Jacks now talk directly to the cell phone tower. One of them works perfectly and the other one only has one way audio when calling [mostly] cell phones. If I had another 2.5 GbE port on the Yeacomm, I could do it, I think, but as long as I can get calls on both lines and call out on one of them, I'm happy.

    Everything else worked like a champ with settings that this router came up with all on its own! The only thing I changed (not counting the Magic Jack settings) is making a bunch of MAC | IP reservations.

    When you set it up, you get a light show for awhile. Then the lights can be turned on or turned off with a WEBUI switch. You can also set up a night time mode and have them on in the daytime and off at night, specifying the times. You can plug a USB hdd into the USB port and use it as a very fast, very big network share. It's almost like having an NAS. It's been totally stable and reliable so far.

    It's a lot of money. I had to talk myself into it. I shopped for about a week. That should tell you something. Now that I've gotten to use it, I consider it well worth the money! I give their tech support 5 stars, not because of this thing, but because I've used their tech support in the past and I already KNOW it's exceptionally good! I have a lot of other TP-Link stuff. Advanced, hi-end stuff.

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