Will need some days to monitor but straight off there are a few things I don't like about the TP-Link Deco M9 Plus:

1. No Web UI, everything is managed using Deco app on my phone. A bit too radical for me LOL.
2. Deco app has such a simple interface. Culture shock sikit after coming from AsusWRT-Merlin.
3. Can't customize the wifi config. No channel setting or ability to turn off 2.4Ghz.
4. Wifi coverage seems to be wider than my AC68U but speeds are not that impressive. More testing needed.
5. Had to setup the Deco as my main router because some of the Deco's features don't work in AP mode.

First few positive impressions:

1. Can finally retire my TP-Link AV1300 Powerline kit. Used to get below 200mbps on speedtest from my study room PC wired to the 2nd plug.
2. My study room PC connected by cable to the 2nd Deco unit is now getting 400mbps on speedtest.
3. No complaints from anyone at home so far.

Still no....tried every settings...



What is your firmware version? By any chance is the firmware bugs? Last time the noip ddns also got bugs, im kinda feel little shaky of their firmware and they hiding the firmware upgrade section...

Thanks for the updates. Just need the answers highlighted in blue.

How about 5GHz signal? Is it better than ASUS AC68U?
Can get full signal around the house over 5GHz?

BTW. I'm using Archer C9.
I have C1200 which is running on latest firmware, keeping in the cupboard now.

TIME Firmware hides the firmware upgrade section.
You can manually enter to this link.
http://192.168.0.1/userRpm/firmwareUpgrade.htm
Login to the router then only click the above link.

Try changing to Google DNS IPv6.

Thanks.

The 2nd deco unit (satellite?) does get lower speed. I can accept up to 100mbps loss vs the main deco unit since my internet connection is so fast already, personally speaking.

I don't see any channel bandwidth or selection options in the deco app. Can hide SSID though.

Not easy to do wifi analysis on iphone. Plus I don't really have time to compare AC68U vs Deco M9+ in every area in my home with my wife's android phone.

Unfortunately, I do not know if 5GHz is reaching to all corners of my home since I can't set different SSID for 2.4 and 5.0GHz on the deco.

For now, I can get strong wifi in my drying area and storeroom at the back of my home, better than almost zero signal with the AC68U.

Yes, both 2.4 and 5ghz bands have the same SSID name on the m9 deco plus.

That's the reason it cannot change the Wi-Fi Configuration.

Try using 2.4GHz device and test and see.
I suppose it will connect to 5GHz Band if device supports 5GHz connection.
What's the link speed on 2.4GHz device only and 5GHz device.

Thanks.

Ha, I don't have any 2.4Ghz only devices. All my mobile and home devices support 5GHz Wifi AC or Gigabit wired LAN.

This post has been edited by kmrdeva: Dec 12 2018, 03:15 PM

Never mind bro. Appreciate your help bro.

Will wait for another member here to update.
My house having the most is 2.4GHz devices.
3 Phones and 4 Laptops under 2.4GHz.

5GHz devices.
1 Android Box, 1 Phone and 1 Laptop.

Thanks.

Just received my Deco M9+ today. Will be setting up later.
My current setup is 1800sqft apartment, Asus 1200G+ and TPlink AC RE305 extender.
Will post my impressions later.

hi, im interested in deco M9+ as well, do you guys mind sharing where you placed both units ? maybe a layout of the condo/apartment with the positions of the deco m9+ ? thanks a lot!

Sure, I'll come up with a rough diagram if I can.

thanks a lot!

Can't wait for your test bro.
Do test out 2.4GHz connection speed on only 2.4GHz devices.
And 5GHz devices too.

Thanks.

This post has been edited by FusionXY: Dec 12 2018, 03:54 PM

im paying rm147.34 now for 300mbps (or issit 500mbps), is it possible for me to upgrade to without additional charges? still within contract period.

This post has been edited by greayx: Dec 12 2018, 04:33 PM

I only have 1 2.4ghz device in the house hahaha. Ok will try.

You're using Unifi 300Mbps?
TIME doesn't have 300Mbps.

Try and test for me ya.
Test 5GHz devices too.
Including LAN Cable connection speed on 2nd Deco ya.

Thanks.

sorry upon checking its 500mbps

It's OK bro.

Thanks.

OK, results of my preliminary checking and testing will follow.
My house layout. The red arrows indicate the current position of the Asus router and TPlink extender

this is the speedtest results in the living room on AC wifi with router setup:


this is the speedtest in the living room on AC wifi with Deco main node:


Next screenshot is the speedtest in master bedroom, BR1, furthest with AC extender on (original setup):


Last one is in the speedtest in master bedroom with Deco node on:


This post has been edited by Lord_Ashe: Dec 12 2018, 09:19 PM