TP-Link RE220 Dual Band WiFi Extender
- AC750 dual band, 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz
- 733 Mbps listed data rate
- 1200 sq ft coverage
- 802.11ac with Adaptive Path Selection
- WiFi mesh support
- 3.2 oz, 2.6 x 3 x 4.3 inches
- 2 year warranty, 24/7 tech support
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small dual band extender that stretches an existing router's signal into weak rooms and supports mesh. Real speeds depend heavily on placement and building materials, as the listing itself warns.
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ASIN: B07N1WW638Model: RE220Category: WiFi Range Extenders
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Overview
A homeowner with dead spots gets a dual band range extender that relays an existing router's Wi-Fi into hard-to-reach rooms. Adaptive Path Selection chooses the stronger link back to the router, and the unit works with any standard Wi-Fi router.
Covering a weak room without replacing the router is what this extender does, and mesh support lets it join a mesh network. Throughput drops with walls, distance and interference, so placement halfway between router and dead zone matters more than the rated speed.
Who it's for
Apartments and modest homes with a dead bedroom or back office are where an extender earns its place. Households streaming in many rooms at once, or with thick masonry walls, should consider a full mesh kit instead.
Pros and cons
- Dual band for less interference
- Works with any standard router
- Adaptive Path Selection for backhaul
- Compact and light
- Rated speeds are lab maximums
- Coverage varies with walls and interference
- Wired port details not listed
- Repeated traffic shares the backhaul link
Performance notes
Every extender repeats traffic, so the link back to the router sets the ceiling for every device that connects through it. Adaptive Path Selection chooses the stronger band for that backhaul. Building materials, interference and distance from the router decide real coverage and speed, as the listing notes.
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | RE220 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2.6 × 3 × 4.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Range | 1200 sq ft |
| Operating temperature | 32 °F |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Router |
| Warranty & support | |
| Frequency Bands Supported | 5 GHz |
| Warranty Description | 2 Years |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | 733 Mbps |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11ac |
| Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
| BuiltIn Media | Range Extender |
| Special Features | WiFi Mesh |
| Item Type Name | AC750 WiFi Range Extender |
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up the TP-Link RE220 with my router?
The listing says it works with any standard Wi-Fi router but does not describe the setup method. Place it between the router and the weak area, where it still gets a usable signal, then follow the TP-Link setup guide.
Will the TP-Link RE220 increase my internet speed?
No. It extends the coverage of your existing network and cannot raise the speed your internet plan or router delivers. Real rates vary with walls, interference and network load.
Can the TP-Link RE220 go in a garage or attic?
Its listed operating range is 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F), so avoid spaces that freeze or overheat.