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TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23) vs eero Pro 7
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23) ranks higher (#3 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on coverage, features without subscription. eero Pro 7 wins on speed, setup & app.
The biggest complaint about the TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23) is dual-band only, few ports; for the eero Pro 7 it's key software is behind a paywall. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23) | eero Pro 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in mesh wi-fi systems | #3 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$$ |
| Type | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | 10% | 13% |
| Overall score | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Speed | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Coverage | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Setup & app | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Features without subscription | 3.0 | 2.5 |
| Reliability | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Price tiers: $ under $150 · $$ $150–400 · $$$ over $400. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23)
- Dual-band only, few ports
Tom's Guide lists the lack of 6 GHz and only two 2.5 Gbps ports per device as its cons. Wirecutter says you'll need an Ethernet switch for more wired devices.
Source: Tom's Guide, Wirecutter - Some units fail; connections can be mixed
Amazon's review summary reports mixed connectivity and reliability, with some units stopping working after three months. Some owners also find it overpriced.
- Less simple than eero
Wirecutter says the Deco app is easy, but parental controls require a separate KidShield app, and eero offers simpler fixes for ISP outages and adding nodes.
Source: Wirecutter
eero Pro 7
- Key software is behind a paywall
PCMag lists the extra cost of the parental control and network security software as a con. Its review says parental controls need an eero Plus subscription.
Source: PCMag review, PCMag best mesh picks - Few ports and a higher price
Tom's Guide says it has only two Ethernet ports (both 5 Gbps) and costs slightly more than the competition. PCMag notes it has no USB. Wirecutter calls it too expensive to replace its upgrade pick. On Amazon, some owners don't think it's worth the extra cost.
- Unstable for some owners
Amazon's review summary calls connectivity mixed, with some owners reporting stable connections and others unreliable performance.
Who should pick which
Pick the TP-Link Deco 7 (BE23) if
Large homes on a budget
Internet plans up to about 1 Gbps
People who want small, easy-to-hide units
Skip it if: You want 6 GHz Wi-Fi 7 speeds; You need more than two wired devices per unit without a switch; You want parental controls inside the main app
Pick the eero Pro 7 if
Multi-gig (2-5 Gbps) internet plans
Owners who want speed without any tinkering
Amazon/Alexa smart homes
Skip it if: You need several wired devices at each node; You don't want a subscription for parental controls; Your home has very long runs between rooms
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