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
Head to head · Networking & Wi-Fi
Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System vs Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System
Ravvy scores Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System at 89.75 and Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System at 85.74. Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System takes the overall pick, best for budget-conscious homeowners with large houses and multiple floors.
Ravvy pick
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.
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Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System
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.
How they score
| Factor | Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System | Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System |
|---|---|---|
| Feature Set | 82 | – |
| Setup Speed | 91.5 | – |
| Port Density | 86 | – |
| Coverage Area | 94 | – |
| Data Throughput | 78 | 72 |
| Coverage Range | – | 88 |
| Setup Simplicity | – | 94 |
| Network Stability | – | 84 |
| Security Features | – | 90 |
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
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
Specs side by side
| Spec | Deco S4 Mesh AC1900 WiFi System | Deco M5 Mesh WiFi System |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 840460605014 845973089726 | 845973080839 |
| ASIN | B084GTH5LL | B06WVCB862 |
| GTIN | 840460605014 845973089726 | 845973080839 |
| Brand | TP-Link | TP-Link |
| Color | White | 3 Pack |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current | 100240 volts |
| Coverage | 5500 square feet | 5500 square feet |
| Frequency | 5 GHz | 5 |
| Model Name | Deco S4(3-Pack) | Deco M5(3-pack) |
| Unit Count | 3 Count | 3 Count |
| Item Weight | 4.2 pounds | 600 g |
| Antenna Type | Internal | Internal |
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89.5
Best for small business owners and prosumer home users
- 1350 Mbps Dual-Band Speed
- Omada Mesh Technology
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$60
89.4
Ubiquiti Networks
Ubiquiti UniFi nanoHD Compact 802.11ac Wave2 MU-MIMO
Best for small business owners and smart home enthusiasts needing high device capacity
- 4x4 MU-MIMO Wave 2 Technology
- Discrete 6.3-inch diameter design
- Enterprise-level security protocols
$67