TP-Link Archer C6 AC1200 WiFi Router detailed technical user review

[@jeevans3810]

First time seeing an expert explanation with very detailed tests on wifi routers ❤

[@imarshad]

Very nice and detailed information.,. I needed to buy a new wifi router and your detailed review was very useful.. definitely helps in making buyin decision...

[@muhammedhisham7658]

Please suggest which one is bettet c64 or c6 ...i am planing to buy...would appreciate your suggeation...Thankyou...

[@LazyTourer]

Out of those 2 options, consider C6 or A6

[@BABA-GOMI]

What an amazing gem of a video. Thank you so much. What was the ISP plan TOP speed for your tests. 125Mbps?

[@LazyTourer]

Thanks for the appreciation.. At the time of testing, ISP plan was for 100mbps ✌🏻

[@naveencm]

Archer AX12 or C6 which is better?

[@shashvatjain1615]

Sir which is better dlink dir 825 newer version or the c6 kindly comment

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, What is your internet plan speed? How big is the house or store or office where you will use it? Thanks

[@shashvatjain1615]

Thanks for the reply sir my internet plan in 300 mbps reaching about 330-350 . I need to cover area about 1500~1800 sqft and my house is 2 floors including ground i want the router for repeater purpose

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, Looking at your usage, I think you should be considering TP-Link Deco solutions. Like, this one amzn.to/3zSthaJ Deco S7 2 or 3 packs.. Ensure CAT6 cable connection between two Deco units. One as router with your main internet and second one as access point, connected to main Deco router via CAT6 LAN cable. Looking at your usage details, I feel two should be sufficient for covering your entire house. Just place them at each far away corner or as per your need. Remember, run a CAT6 cable between two deco units. This will ensure full signal all over and seamless and auto wifi roaming of WiFi devices as you move around your home. Secondly, if you are technically sound enough to flash your router with OpenWRT and then configure them for OpenMesh, two TP-Link C6 or A6 will do the same job too.. Now depending on your preference !! Out of the box Deco S7 (2pack) is little costly over two C6 or A6 routers but they are really easy to setup and supported by 3 years warranty !! Thanks.

[@shashvatjain1615]

Sir the version of c6 that is being sold these days does not have openwrt support because chipset have changed and flash memory and ram is reduced so basically you cant run ddwrt or openwrt on them so i would probably go for the deco solution anything else which is viable and less cheaper ??

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, At present, on this given date, deco solutions are the cheapest possible options which work properly. Especially the model I mentioned, as it has the option of wired backhaul. And I too have noticed, as you mentioned, in last few months, most of these lower end WiFi5 hardware & their companies have declared war against open source firmwares. They have greatly reduced the RAM & ROM size to ensure no openwrt or ddwrt compatibility. However, deco models have become cheap & giving support for wired lan backhaul. Atleast that solves one of the main need of OpenWRT. Thanks

[@rafioislamofficial]

Whice one should i go for ? Tp link C6v4 or Tenda ac23

[@LazyTourer]

TP-Link C6 if you are a technical person otherwise for domestic usage, buy any thing which is cheap .. Basic WiFi performance is more or less same for all ✌🏻

[@sumitrock55]

I am going to buy it but it's have a monthly cost and how much ??

[@sigmondcardozo4985]

Which version?

[@RiseRebel]

Which router support vps client , in the same cost range?

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, This router supports OpenWRT firmware so if you possess the technical know how, you can get all of those support from that 3rd custom firmware in this router itself Otherwise, cheaper but bit weaker option is Mi 4a Gigabit Review here -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6TJkKZtaLJkmMk That one supports certain VPN client protocols. Thanks.

[@iclapcheeks]

Do you recommend this for a gigabit connection?

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, WiFi5 can't push Gigabit. As you can see from the tests in this video, real world throughput is around 350mbps So for Gigabit Internet consider WiFi6 or WiFi6E based routers !! Thanks.

[@iclapcheeks]

@@LazyTourer thank you!

[@iclapcheeks]

What router would you recommend?

[@Mohansitter]

Sir can it connect with bsnl broadband, thank you

[@LazyTourer]

Only if that cable is lan & connector is RJ45. It is not an ADSL modem. No ADSL RJ11 port here

[@siddharthmalhotrajai1702]

Can I use Archer C6 as extender??

[@LazyTourer]

TP-Link firmware has no support for this. You can't, it only support Router / AP mode However, the OpenWRT custom firmware does support this. But that will void the warranty Thanks

[@Lucky_Person]

​@@LazyTourer Could you please help us from where I will get custom firmware to use c6 as an extender and also provide the trusted firmware on the same !

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, openwrt.org/ Check here for your model. Be aware, C6 has different versions, like V1 / 2 / 3 / 4 etc.. Ensure to check & download the right one As otherwise, any mistake will brick and basically break the router Thanks

[@Beast80K]

*Thank you* for giving information about this router ! I'm planning to buy this router, but I want to know does 2.4 GHz signal reach Ground floor if router is on 1st floor ? Did you experienced any problem with 2.4 GHz band OR any other issues with this router ? I read Amazon reviews & I'm a bit confused.

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, If you watch the video, you may see, we have run detailed test of Both 5 & 2.4G bands on different test location to give you an idea as what to expect. In short, for multi storied house, in our tests, we have seen this router will cover a bubble of 800sqft for 2.4G. 2.4G is heavily effected by interference since the band is over crowed. So actual performance may vary depending on your exact location and how noisy (2.4G band) is our environment !! Thanks.

[@RajuAhmed111]

This router range is comparatively very small to others.

[@chandangadamsetty4633]

@@RajuAhmed111 then what's the better for range?

[@LazyTourer]

Most routers have a similar range since amount of transmission power for indoor use on 2.4 or 5 GHz is fixed by law.

[@nayantolani1277]

wireless connect hota hai jiofiber se?

[@LazyTourer]

Yes, turn off the Jio Fiber Router WiFi. Connect LAN from Jio Fiber Router to this TP-Link or anything that you are buying. Turn on the WiFi in that to use ✌🏻 Thanks

[@subhojitchowdhury8940]

Is it support on 3g phone also

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, If the Phone has WiFi then yes it will Thanks

[@colee8195]

Sir is there anyway i can contact you i have problem with my archer c24 tp link

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, What's the problem? Thanks

[@casualgamer4787]

please do dlink dir-825 router review as well. or let me which one should i buy this dlink dir-825 or this one

[@LazyTourer]

Hardware wise both are similar but TP-Link has much better, newer and feature rich software. TP-Link supports OpenWRT as well. So when compared, select TP-Link Thanks

[@casualgamer4787]

@@LazyTourer sorry but I would not agree with your points. Dlink is known for best enterprise routers which adds more pointers in dlinks bucket. Also from my previous experience dlink gives much higher range and more stable network. And I wanted to upgrade my old router hence I’m asking you to do the comparison and you will also get to know the dlink router powers. And extra features are all gimmick we need more reliable network and more range. thanks

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, Mind you, none of these D-Link / TP-Link or XYZ makes their own router. All these companies are like HP/Dell/Lenovo. They are buying off the shelf products, like CPU/RAM/Storage/Modems etc from ARM/Broadcom/Qualcom/Intel and doing the SoC integration. Now in case of PC, we have MS Windows or Linux as standard OS but in these routers, everyone of them codes their own OS (which is technically called Firmware), which we refer as software. So this software (Referred as Firmware) indeed very important for the functioning and performance of the device. Many useful features, although present in the hardware, could be omitted by the brand in their firmware. D-Link, specially in India is really struggling with their present product line up. I would agree with you, there were times in past, when D-Link (or NetGear) was a leader in this segment but Tenda / TP-Link has out run them. At the end of the day, choice is yours. For simple WiFi need for Social Media usage, Streaming etc, any cheapest router will do this basic job. Don't get fooled by these companies saying our range is better since in WiFi usage, range depends mainly on your client device. If that has a 2dBi transmission strength, 6dBi Router is useless there since actual link will work in that 2dBi strength only. Thanks.

[@BABA-GOMI]

Very bad experiences with several D link routers since past few years. Since switching to tp link, longevity, durability, set up, support wwas and is fabulous.

[@indianslowedreverbsongchan9615]

Sir abhi order kerne de konsa version milega v3 ya v4?

[@LazyTourer]

C6 V3.2 V4 Sayed region specific Hain

[@indianslowedreverbsongchan9615]

@@LazyTourer sir mera ek friends ne Flipkart per c6 order kiya tha ohapa likha tha v3 hain or 2.4ghz par 300 mb speed show ho raha tha fil jab delivery aya usme 400 mbps likha tha box par kya sir o v4 ka model hain yaa Box v4 ka hain or product v3 ka hain?

[@LazyTourer]

Version ID changes when company uses a different component for manufacturing. Like RAM or Storage Chip, if they are from a different vendor, by US or EU law they have mention. They do it by changing this Version No. Product specifications stays same. There will be no difference in actual performance as per specification. If there is performance difference, then company will change the product model No. entirely Abb apki problem sirf router ke upor nahi, device (client) ki WiFi k upor v depend karti Hain WiFi par both way kam hoti hain, toh agar device weak Hain, kitni v tagri router ho, device ke speed aur specification ke upor chalega App ki 2.4GHz Network ki, channel badlo aur 20/40mhz ki alternative kar ke dekho app agar max speed mile Vaise client device ki WiFi kya hain?

[@aj0425]

You didn't mention which frequency the router is set to , like 20/40 mhz 👈

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, It is a WiFi 5 standard router as mentioned. Now it's a universal standard regarding that "20/40" thing Its actually called channel width. So for 2.4Ghz, it supports both 20/40 and in 5Ghz, 20/40/80. You can force any of those respective values but beware, not all, specially legacy devices may not support higher channel width. So usage of that will vary depending on your clients compatibility Thanks.

[@aj0425]

@@LazyTourer How to connect TP link mesh (Deco M4) to an ONU ? If I disable WiFi on the ONU and connect the mesh system, is that gonna work? Internet setup will remain on the ONU , right ?!

[@LazyTourer]

Hi, You don't even need to disable that WiFi. Technically, Deco will work as double NAT setup in your case LAN Cable from your ONU will go into Deco WAN Port Thanks

[@qazimtahir]

Great working. Excellent information.

[@jaisonjose5757]

Sir, what the difference between model Archer C6 and C6u. And wired and wireles ..do we check this before buying Archer C6. Plz help and clear

[@LazyTourer]

Hey, Both are similar in hardware & software. C6U comes with an additional USB port to attach external storage devices & firmware has extra option to use the USB storage for NAS (Network attached Storage) capabilities. However, C6U loses out on OpenWRT support since there is no official image out yet. Performance is similar since both uses the same hardware underneath !! So you lose OpenWRT support but you get USB port for NAS storage attachment. Upto the users to decide what they want Thanks

[@ganeshshevate007]

Hello, I purchased Archer C6 AC1200 V4 router on 12 August and started using my experience till today, router taking much time to starts working as its web/internet led takes much time from orange to green. And as in between it goes green to orange too so unable to use internet as this is happening since I am using this product. In terms of Range it's top quality but I doubt something issue in router. What you think what might be the issue? Thank you.

[@LazyTourer]

Hello, Starting is Boot up.. Orange to Green is a different process, it happens after boot up, that is establishing Internet connection by authenticating you and obtaining the IP and such from from your ISP.. From your comment, it seems the issue is with second part. Now it can be router but it can also be an ISP issue.. The only way to be sure is to try with a different router to see if that too face this same connecting issue or not. Thanks.

[@ganeshshevate007]

Absolutely quality description to diagnose like debuggin in software coding. Thank you @LazyTourer very much.

[@gaminglagend21]

Sir yeh router Kitna Maximum Mbps dei Sakta hei Lan cable sei

[@LazyTourer]

LAN ke upor full Gigabit is possible. Usually around 940-950 mbps

[@satyajitroy726]

How is it thinking to buy one

[@LazyTourer]

So far, C6/A6 are the one of the best that we have tested. However there are few drawbacks, we have shown that in detailed in our review. Both pros & cons Thanks

[@satyajitroy726]

@@LazyTourer how is D-Link AC1200 DIR-811 Dual Band Wi-Fi

[@LazyTourer]

Worthless.. Back Ports (Both WAN / LAN) is limited to 100mbps only.. Should be avoided..

[@satyajitroy726]

@@LazyTourer my local internet connection is around 72mbps do I reed a gigabit or 5ghz router

[@LazyTourer]

Right now with your present setup you don't. Tomorrow when your local provider upgrades their plan or you get a better ISP, then you will be forced to buy again. Lastly, why D-Link? If budget is your concern then why not Mi 4A Gigabit Edition? Check out our review of that router also. Thanks.

[@haniyarai7037]

I buy D-Link DIR 825

[@whitepanther5974]

Why

[@haniyarai7037]

Good Router

[@whitepanther5974]

@@haniyarai7037 okay!

[@amitghosh5985]

Bakwas hai 1500 mai milraha hai Flipkart par

[@sat_talk]

Awesome best review

[@ajitchauhan1178]

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