TP-LinkEAP650-Outdoor | Omada True WiFi6 AX3000 Gigabit Outdoor Access Point | Mesh, Seamless Roaming, MU-MIMO | PoE+ Powered | IP67 | Multiple SDN Controller | Remote & App Control

I like TP-Link products. They are simple, inexpensive and do the job. Fast WiFi, extra wired ports (including a PoE port), small and looks unobtrusive. Supports the features I needed: VLANs, multiple bands and protocols. I don't have enough TP-Link devices to use their Omada controller, but I tested it and liked the ecosystem. If you go for TP-Link router, switches and multiple access points in your deployment, it would simplify management a lot.

We have a small back yard that had poor/inconsistent wifi reception areas . My husband likes to work on his computer outside during the summer months so I wanted to extend our outdoor wifi connectivity. This extender enhanced wifi capability and stability in our back hard. I am even able to walk quite a distance from our home while staying connected to our wifi. Game changer!

I purchased one of these to increase coverage of my front yard area. Having Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) is very convenient when you have to run wires through the attic and out under the eaves of the house to get to the preferred location! The coverage seems good and the software allows me to see what devices are connected to it (some other AP devices don't have this).I later purchased another one for my backyard (about 1/2 acre). It works well for most of the yard, but we do have so many trees that the signal gets a little weak in the far backyard area. Mostly, it works great! (This 2nd unit is connected to a Ethernet-over-Powerlines (EoP) adapter, in order to ge the signal to the AP device and still have it be "hardwired" to the central switch. That works well and hasn't given us any problems.

I wrote another review on the X50 outdoor and instead of writing it again I copied and pasted my findings here with this one and the X50 outdoor and the 225 outdoor. Saving the reading...go with the X50 outdoor! It's actually more powerful in my opinion.I have used and tested three different TP-Link outdoor units, the EAP 225 outdoor, EAP 650 Outdoor, and finally this unit the X50 Outdoor. I mounted it approximately 8 feet off the ground. The mount for the 650 will work with the X50 or vice versus. The first two are made for business use and take a little more steps to setup and do not work seamlessly with existing mesh like the XE70 Pro's I am using. First and foremost, clear line of sight is very important. Don't expect any of these to go through a metal shed wall or a thick cover of trees. No wifi will. However, with a medium tree area that you can still see the hotspot from it will work pretty good! I used the 225 for over a year and it would achieve around 150-200 mbps download out to around 100-150 yards. The 650 was another story and I used it for about 6 months now and it will give you around 200-300mbps out 250 yards and even got 50 mbps downloads out at 400 yards. These are plenty for say a wifi camera like Reolink or yes even a battery powered Ring that I tested for several months at 250 yards while only getting around 40 mbps downloads due to shurbs and limbs partially in the way. I decided to pull the trigger on the X50 outdoor as I heard it was about the same strength as the 650 outdoor according to Tplink. There isn't much info out there comparing the two. I understand the 650 has 4 antennas and the X50 only two which made me hesitate but I really wanted a seamless mesh system inside and out so I bought an X50...lets just say I was shocked. I can easily get 300 mbps out at 300 yards and even got a mere 10 mbps at 600 yards which was through a thicket of trees but I could see the hotspot barely. Once again, line of sight is important so don't mount a camera or stand inline with a bunch of trees/tree trunks and expect to get great signal. I did get 100-150 out at 400 yards through some light tree branches though. If mounting a camera, I found the camera better have a good antenna on it because while the S24 Ultra can get great signal at say 400 yards, the new battery power Wyze V3 cannot. I haven't tested the other cameras at that distance but I'm willing to bet the old Reolink Go Plus with external antenna probably will be fine.So if considering any of the three outdoor units above...don't hesitate on the X50 outdoor! Great price at $119. I do have all my units hardwired and is the only way to go in my opinion. I tried using the 225 and 650 to send wifi signals to the other where one was wired and the other about 100 yards away and the drop in download speeds were very poor. I was hoping to boost the signal even farther across property but the signal loss to the hotspot 100 yards away was so bad it was useless to use and I acheived much better speeds from the wired one. You can assign devices to each unit or allow them to roam. If its a static device like a camera/TV/laptop that is not wired then I will assign it to the unit it's closest too or gets the best signal from. Most of the time the TPlink software does a pretty good job itself though.Hope this helps as there wasn't much info on comparisons between these units.

The TP-Link EAP650-Outdoor has been a great addition to my network. Setup was simple through the Omada controller, and the performance has been rock-solid. I'm getting excellent coverage and fast speeds even at the edges of my property—far better than older outdoor APs I've tried. The weatherproof build (IP67) gives me peace of mind, and being able to manage it remotely through the app is a huge bonus.The only thing I wish it had is PoE passthrough. I was hoping to mount a PoE security camera nearby and power it from the same line, but that’s not possible with this unit. Not a dealbreaker, just something to be aware of.Overall, it's an excellent outdoor access point with all the key features for modern WiFi needs.

Works great, provides reliable wifi throughout the home as expected. Love the easy setup of multiple wifi networks with their own vlan.

The TP-Link EAP650 Ultra-Slim Wireless Access Point delivers strong, reliable Wi-Fi performance in a sleek, modern design. Its ultra-slim profile makes it easy to mount in various locations, blending seamlessly into any environment. The device offers impressive dual-band speeds and wide coverage, making it suitable for both home and office use. Setup is straightforward, and the Omada app allows for easy management and monitoring of the network. With features like MU-MIMO technology and seamless roaming, the EAP650 ensures smooth connectivity for multiple devices. Overall, it's a high-performing, discreet access point ideal for boosting wireless networks.

We've had a few of these unassuming little guys for a couple years now. They have never failed us. I like to use a wired router at the base of the network rather than using a wi-fi router. These access points allow me to build a wireless network without having to pay for router functionality I don't need. I think their simplicity contributed to their reliability. You set them up and they just work.