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Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System vs Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System

Ravvy scores Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System at 85.74 and Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System at 89.75. Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System takes the overall pick, best for budget-conscious homeowners with large houses and multiple floors.

TP-Link Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System - Up to 5,500 sq. ft. Whole Home Coverage and 100+ Devices,WiFi Router/Extender Replacement, Anitivirus, 3-Pack 3 Pack
85.7

$170

Buy the Deco M5 if you need reliable whole home coverage and built in security on a budget, provided you can live without the top speeds of WiFi 6.

Ravvy pick

TP-Link Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System, Deco S4(3-Pack) 3 - Pack Wi-Fi 5 AC1900
89.8

$140

Buy the Deco S4 if you need to eliminate dead zones across a massive area for a low price, provided you are okay with last-generation Wi-Fi 5 speeds.

How they score

FactorDeco M5 Mesh WiFi SystemDeco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System
Coverage Range88–
Data Throughput7278
Setup Simplicity94–
Network Stability84–
Security Features90–
Feature Set–82
Setup Speed–91.5
Port Density–86
Coverage Area–94

Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System

What owners praise

  • Integrated lifetime antivirus and parental controls
  • Compact and aesthetically pleasing low profile design
  • Seamless roaming under a single network name
  • Easy setup via the intuitive Deco mobile app
  • Support for wired Ethernet backhaul on all nodes

What to know first

  • Lacks newer WiFi 6 (AX) technology
  • Dual-band design lacks a dedicated backhaul channel
  • Speed drops noticeably at the furthest range nodes

Skip it if gigabit internet subscribers or professional gamers

Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System

What owners praise

  • Covers massive areas up to 5,500 square feet
  • Seamless roaming with a single network ID
  • Six gigabit Ethernet ports across the system
  • Simple app-based setup and management
  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio

What to know first

  • Limited to Wi-Fi 5 technology
  • Lacks advanced manual configuration settings
  • Tower design may be bulky for small shelves

Skip it if tech enthusiasts wanting wi-fi 6 speeds or heavy multi-gigabit fiber users

Specs side by side

SpecDeco M5 Mesh WiFi SystemDeco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System
UPC845973080839840460605014 845973089726
ASINB06WVCB862B084GTH5LL
GTIN845973080839840460605014 845973089726
BrandTP-LinkTP-Link
Color3 PackWhite
Voltage100240 volts12 volts_of_direct_current
Coverage5500 square feet5500 square feet
Frequency55 GHz
Model NameDeco M5(3-pack)Deco S4(3-Pack)
Unit Count3 Count3 Count
Item Weight600 g4.2 pounds
Antenna TypeInternalInternal

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TP-Link Deco X55 AX3000 WiFi 6 Mesh System, Deco X55(3-Pack) Wi-Fi 6 3 Pack Indoor
89.7

Best for large families with multi story homes and high device counts

  • Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 speeds
  • 9 Total Gigabit Ports
  • AI-Driven Mesh Roaming
$150