89.8
Best for budget-conscious homeowners with large houses and multiple floors
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Head to head · Networking & Wi-Fi
TL-WA1201 vs Ubiquiti U6+ Dual Band IEEE 802.11
Ravvy scores TL-WA1201 at 85.05 and Ubiquiti U6+ Dual Band IEEE 802.11 at 83.83. TL-WA1201 takes the overall pick, best for home office users and small business owners needing targeted wi-fi expansion.
Ravvy pick
TP-Link
TL-WA1201
85.0
$45
This is an excellent value choice for those needing a dedicated access point with PoE flexibility, provided you can live without the future-proofing of Wi-Fi 6.
How they score
| Factor | TL-WA1201 | Ubiquiti U6+ Dual Band IEEE 802.11 |
|---|---|---|
| Signal Range | 88.5 | – |
| Value for Money | 95 | – |
| Power Efficiency | 85 | – |
| Setup Flexibility | 94 | – |
| Connection Stability | 82 | – |
TL-WA1201
What owners praise
- Supports four distinct operating modes
- Beamforming technology improves directional range
- Passive PoE support simplifies remote mounting
- Affordable entry point for MU-MIMO technology
- Gigabit Ethernet port prevents wired bottlenecks
What to know first
- Uses Passive PoE rather than the 802.3af standard
- Wi-Fi 5 standard is aging compared to Wi-Fi 6/6E
- Plastic housing feels lightweight and basic
Skip it if users seeking the latest wi-fi 6 speeds or standard 802.3af poe compatibility
Ubiquiti U6+ Dual Band IEEE 802.11
Specs side by side
| Spec | TL-WA1201 | Ubiquiti U6+ Dual Band IEEE 802.11 |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 840460603102 845973084035 | 810084691151 |
| ASIN | B08SBXVSF3 | B0CC7X8XFD |
| GTIN | 840460603102 845973084035 | 810084691151 |
| Brand | TP-Link | Ubiquiti Networks |
| Color | White | Information Not Available |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current | 48 volts_of_direct_current |
| Coverage | Extensive coverage | 140 m2 (1,500 ft2) |
| Frequency | 5 | 2.4 GHz |
| Model Name | TL-WA1201 | U6+ |
| Item Weight | 0.3 kg | 11.84 ounces |
| Antenna Type | Fixed | Internal |
| Manufacturer | TP-Link | Ubiquiti Networks |
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