Amazon has TP-Link Ultra-Portable Wi-Fi 6 AX1500 Travel Router (TL-WR1502X) on sale for $49.99.Shipping is free.
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Features:
Speeds up to 1.5 Gbps (1201 Mbps on 5 GHz band and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz band) for no-lag AR/VR gaming, uninterrupted 4K streaming, and smooth video calls
Supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard, TL-WR1502X can keep your network private and secure from anywhere in the world, whether you're working remotely abroad, or browsing on the public WiF
1× Gigabit WAN port + 1× Gigabit LAN port provide reliable connections
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Amazon has TP-Link Ultra-Portable Wi-Fi 6 AX1500 Travel Router (TL-WR1502X) on sale for $49.99.Shipping is free.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Meowssi for finding this deal.
Features:
Speeds up to 1.5 Gbps (1201 Mbps on 5 GHz band and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz band) for no-lag AR/VR gaming, uninterrupted 4K streaming, and smooth video calls
Supporting OpenVPN and WireGuard, TL-WR1502X can keep your network private and secure from anywhere in the world, whether you're working remotely abroad, or browsing on the public WiF
1× Gigabit WAN port + 1× Gigabit LAN port provide reliable connections
Model: TP-Link WiFi 6 Travel Router TL-WR1502X | AX1500 Portable Design | Multiple Modes in One | VPN Clients & Server | Captive Portal | USB Tethering & File Sharing | Type-C Power Port | Tether App & Cloud
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Just to clear up some confusion. This is a WIFI 6 device, which means it runs on all the same bands, so there is no difference between the two when it comes to wifi bands.
Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link (shows it might have a version of OpenVPN but not full featured from another comment, later found Dongs reviews which shows full featured so it indeed does have a full featured VPN client/server option).
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
Use promo code 15BUDGETNERD for 15% off.
I watched a youtube video reviewing this router and the the guy doing the review offered this promo code on his website. The video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReeQpzQGvcM
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How doe this compare with GL.net?
From most of the reviews I'm looking at, the GL.inet seems to be the better purchase. 2.4ghz is WiFi 4 and only 5ghz is Wifi 6. The GL.inet has both on Wifi 6.
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From most of the reviews I'm looking at, the GL.inet seems to be the better purchase. 2.4ghz is WiFi 4 and only 5ghz is Wifi 6. The GL.inet has both on Wifi 6.
I like the GL.inet better personally. I just bought the GL-E750 cause I can put a microSD card in it loaded with movies and access it while on a plane
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From most of the reviews I'm looking at, the GL.inet seems to be the better purchase. 2.4ghz is WiFi 4 and only 5ghz is Wifi 6. The GL.inet has both on Wifi 6.
Just to clear up some confusion. This is a WIFI 6 device, which means it runs on all the same bands, so there is no difference between the two when it comes to wifi bands.
Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link (shows it might have a version of OpenVPN but not full featured from another comment, later found Dongs reviews which shows full featured so it indeed does have a full featured VPN client/server option).
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
Last edited by PeteyTheStriker September 15, 2024 at 10:03 AM.
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How doe this compare with GL.net?
From a support standpoint, gl.net is considered to have better backend support and customization. TP-Link, from past experiences, tends to provide limited updates and support.
Just to clear up some confusion. This is a WIFI 6 device, which means it runs on all the same bands, so there is no difference between the two when it comes to wifi bands.
Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link does not have, which mean you need to have a client side VPN running, which most people for work do.
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
Thank you for clarifying! I was repeating what someone stated on some forum, but your detailed explanation is much better.
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Just to clear up some confusion. This is a WIFI 6 device, which means it runs on all the same bands, so there is no difference between the two when it comes to wifi bands.
Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link does not have, which mean you need to have a client side VPN running, which most people for work do.
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
Hmm. Didn't know only Gl-inet has VPN support on it. I use it all the time. Both openvpn and wireguard. I was going to buy this just for "diversification", but no VPN is a no-go.
Is Gl-inet the only travel router brand that has VPN support, or do some others?
I bought a tp link 3 years ago, that tp link is in the same drawer I put it in years later. Bought a Gl.inet, and I use it everywhere. Wonderful devices. I suggest glinet.
Isn't TP-Link infamous for locking basic router features behind subscriptions and needing the app to make updates to your router? Just for this I would pass on the router.
I wonder if they saw on how well GL.iNet was doing and just created a product to compete. I also saw an Asus variant posted a few days ago.
Hmm. Didn't know only Gl-inet has VPN support on it. I use it all the time. Both openvpn and wireguard. I was going to buy this just for "diversification", but no VPN is a no-go.
Is Gl-inet the only travel router brand that has VPN support, or do some others?
If you honestly didnt even know it had it, its not a priority feature at that point for you, and probably not worth the upcharge, since most people for work are using a Cisco VPN on their laptops, but it is nice to have for those that have their own non work provided VPN clients.
As for any other brand that has it, Asus has OpenVPN support no wireguard last I checked but its been awhile.
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Isn't TP-Link infamous for locking basic router features behind subscriptions and needing the app to make updates to your router? Just for this I would pass on the router.
I wonder if they saw on how well GL.iNet was doing and just created a product to compete. I also saw an Asus variant posted a few days ago.
No, it was actually Netgear and Eero, who started the subscription service for additional feature trend, but yes TP-Link jumped along for the ride about 1.5 years later. Asus is the only brand that has not embraced that trend.
If you honestly didnt even know it had it, its not a priority feature at that point for you, and probably not worth the upcharge, since most people for work are using a Cisco VPN on their laptops, but it is nice to have for those that have their own non work provided VPN clients.
As for any other brand that has it, Asus has OpenVPN support no wireguard last I checked but its been awhile.
No, it was actually Netgear and Eero, who started the subscription service for additional feature trend, but yes TP-Link jumped along for the ride about 1.5 years later. Asus is the only brand that has not embraced that trend.
Actually, I have several Gl-inet routers and use VPN natively on them for different purposes.. Just trying to see if there might be other options, sometimes different products/brands come in handy when others don't work..
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One nice feature of this router is you don't have to (or should not) repeat your captive login info at a hotel or wherever... One device login is enough to be repeated for each connected device!
That's a neat feature that would be invaluable if you're at a hotel that wants you to login every 2-6 hours, especially if you have multiple devices!
Also, FYI to Amazon card holders: This device is listed as having an additional 15% cash back, so along with the 5% (or 6% if you use a Amazon Delivery Day), you get a total of 20% (or 21%) cash back!
Both of these considered, I think it's much more of a bargain than the GL.inet GL-E750 mentioned in one comment here.
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Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link (shows it might have a version of OpenVPN but not full featured from another comment, later found Dongs reviews which shows full featured so it indeed does have a full featured VPN client/server option).
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
I watched a youtube video reviewing this router and the the guy doing the review offered this promo code on his website. The video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReeQpzQ
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I was looking for a router that can handle captive portal screen that hotel wifi has...this looks like it does.
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Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link (shows it might have a version of OpenVPN but not full featured from another comment, later found Dongs reviews which shows full featured so it indeed does have a full featured VPN client/server option).
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
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Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link does not have, which mean you need to have a client side VPN running, which most people for work do.
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
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Which is better overall, if your going to use the 2.5Gig lan port which most people are not, the GL.Net is better, from a hardware perspective but at almost double the cost of this.
The GL.Net also has built in VPN support, which the TP-Link does not have, which mean you need to have a client side VPN running, which most people for work do.
So in short, hardware almost identical, except for the GL having the 2.5Gbps port. Software, GL has built in VPN, TP-Link needs you to have it installed on the client device. So people have to decide if those two differences are worth the extra $40-50.
Is Gl-inet the only travel router brand that has VPN support, or do some others?
I wonder if they saw on how well GL.iNet was doing and just created a product to compete. I also saw an Asus variant posted a few days ago.
Is Gl-inet the only travel router brand that has VPN support, or do some others?
As for any other brand that has it, Asus has OpenVPN support no wireguard last I checked but its been awhile.
I wonder if they saw on how well GL.iNet was doing and just created a product to compete. I also saw an Asus variant posted a few days ago.
As for any other brand that has it, Asus has OpenVPN support no wireguard last I checked but its been awhile.
No, it was actually Netgear and Eero, who started the subscription service for additional feature trend, but yes TP-Link jumped along for the ride about 1.5 years later. Asus is the only brand that has not embraced that trend.
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That's a neat feature that would be invaluable if you're at a hotel that wants you to login every 2-6 hours, especially if you have multiple devices!
Also, FYI to Amazon card holders: This device is listed as having an additional 15% cash back, so along with the 5% (or 6% if you use a Amazon Delivery Day), you get a total of 20% (or 21%) cash back!
Both of these considered, I think it's much more of a bargain than the GL.inet GL-E750 mentioned in one comment here.
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