TP-Link

RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500

A entry-level wi-fi extender for homes that need reliable coverage, leading with Wi-Fi 6.

39/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
Wi-Fi 61500 MbpsOneMesh, EasyMeshAX1500
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Why we rate it

  • EasyMesh compliant
  • TP-Link OneMesh
  • App setup
  • No tri-band
  • Below-average max throughput
Score profile

Where the RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500 wins and loses

Scored against the wi-fi extenders class
Wi-FiEthernetMesh325676
Wi-Fi
32
Ethernet
56
Mesh and setup
76
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Class (AX6000, BE19000, etc.)AX1500
Max throughput1500
BandsAX1500

Ethernet

Ethernet ports1
Max port speed1

Mesh and setup

Mesh interop with routerOneMesh, EasyMesh
EasyMesh compliantYes
TP-Link OneMeshYes
App setupYes
Access point modeYes

More specs

Mesh compatibleYes
Head to head

RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500 vs TP-Link TP-Link RE505X WiFi 6 Extender AX1500

Highlighted cell = better in that row
Wi-FiEthernetMesh
RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500TP-Link RE505X WiFi 6 Extender AX1500
 TP-LinkRE500X WiFi 6 AX1500This pageTP-LinkTP-Link RE505X WiFi 6 Extender AX1500
Overall score39 /10039 /100
WIFI standardWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6
Max throughput mbps15001500
BandsAX1500dual-band
Mesh interopOneMesh, EasyMeshEasyMesh Compatible
Who it's for

Is the RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi extender for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need tri-band, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi extender is the better call.

Large-home power user
Many devices, big floorplan, wants no dead spots.
okay
Typical household
Streaming, calls and browsing across a few rooms.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable upgrade for less.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 39/100 against other wi-fi extenders, a entry-level result where the class average is around 50.

What stands out on the RE500X WiFi 6 AX1500?

Its easymesh compliant stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender?

The NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender scores 40/100 versus this one at 39/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.