TP-link Deco M4
Main features
Our runner-up is TP-Link’s Deco M4 Mesh Wi-Fi. This one is not sold as a single device, but you can get a pack of two or three. The latter one offers impressive coverage of 4000sq.ft. or 371.6m2 – more than our top pick. Deco M4 works with most internet service providers, so you don’t have to worry about compatibility. And good news for those who have Alexa – this system is compatible with it. Another great feature is the optional parental controls. It means that you can regulate what content your children can access online simply through your Deco M4 Mesh Wi-Fi. So, if it weren’t pricier than our top choice, it may have ranked even higher.
Ease of use
This Mesh Wi-Fi system is not any more complicated than our top choice. It supports up to 100 devices and offers one Wi-Fi name setting, so you would seamlessly switch between different nodes. They even offer instructions on where to place them based on the size and shape of your house, so you would be guaranteed to get a signal in every possible area. The setup is app-based, which in a way makes it easier, as you would simply need to follow instructions. But on the other hand, people who already have apps for everything might not like it.
Value
Purely based on its features, TP-Link Deco M4 is a brilliant option. Hardly any other system on our list can outweigh all the benefits it offers. But its dependency on an app and price caused it to lose a few points, so in the end, WifiQube ended up offering a better value for money. But if cost is not an issue for you, then getting Deco M4 should not leave you disappointed.