Experts prefer TP-Link Archer A7 over Linksys EA3500
On 2 Apr 2024 (17 days ago) we went through 71 Router expert endorsements .
Currently, TP-Link Archer A7 received 1 endorsement from Laptop Mag (12 Apr 2022). Meanwhile, Linksys EA3500 did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Router | Digital Trends  | Tom's Guide  | Laptop Mag  | TechRadar  | Business Insider  | T3  | How To Geek  | Wirecutter  | Lifewire  | PCMag  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | N/A | $71 |  TP-Link Archer A7 The TP-Link Archer A7 router is a reliable and versatile option for households with multiple devices and moderate internet usage needs, offering a maximum speed of 1750 Mbps, coverage up to 2,500 sq ft, QoS, VPN server support, advanced security measures, and parental controls. | - | - | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $62 |  Linksys EA3500 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 12 Apr 2022 Laptop Mag ranked TP-Link Archer A7 as #5
Rank Router Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 TP-Link Archer A7 Best budget Wi-Fi router... ... ... Source: www.laptopmag.com
Linksys EA3500 
TP-Link Archer A7 Customers like TP-Link Archer A7 way more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
TP-Link Archer A7
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
TP-Link Archer A7, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Linksys EA3500.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling router receives a consumer score of 7.8 (good). TP-Link Archer A7 ranks higher than that and Linksys EA3500 ranks lower than that.
| Linksys EA3500 | |
| TP-Link Archer A7 |
In comparison:
8.4 Great
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| Median best-selling Router |
TP-Link Archer A7 is more popular than Linksys EA3500
It's fairly safe to say that TP-Link Archer A7 is a more popular router than Linksys EA3500, based on its 70,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Linksys EA3500 and TP-Link Archer A7 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | TP-Link Archer A8 AC1900 | $60 |
In comparison:
TP-Link Archer A8 AC1900 ranks #60 out of 157. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.3 Great
| 2 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
 | TP-Link Archer AX50 | $95 | 3 expert recommendations | ||
 | TP-Link Archer AX10 | $63 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| 2 expert recommendations | Better Reviews |
 | Linksys EA8300 Max Stream | $73 |
In comparison:
Linksys EA8300 Max Stream ranks #17 out of 157. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.7 Great
| No expert recommendations | Better Reviews |
| Rank | Change | Price | Router | Digital Trends | Tom's Guide | Laptop Mag | TechRadar | Business Insider | T3 | How To Geek | Wirecutter | Lifewire | PCMag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $95 |  TP-Link Archer AX50 The TP-Link Archer AX50 router is a highly recommended Wi-Fi 6 router that offers fast and reliable speeds, supports over 40 connected devices, and has advanced features such as parental controls and antivirus protection. | - | - | 3 | - | 2 | - | - | - | 2 | - |
| 2 | - | $300 |  Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 router is a high-speed and powerful device that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, offers excellent range performance, and advanced security features, making it an ideal choice for households with heavy internet usage and multiple devices. | 1 | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | $47 |  Google Nest WiFi The Google Nest WiFi router is a reliable and efficient solution for families of four who frequently use multiple devices simultaneously and want fast and reliable internet speeds, with parental controls, QoS capabilities, and easy setup and management using the Google Home app. | - | - | 2 | 4 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 | +1 | $260 |  Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 The Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 router is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 mesh system with excellent speed and range, advanced features such as parental controls and QoS settings, and easy setup and management through a mobile app. | - | - | - | 1 |
- | - | 4 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [21]
- with a score: 10
- without a score: 11
| Highest score by reviewaffi.com | 94 |
| Average score based on 21 reviews | 81 |
| Lowest score by PCMag | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
- Dual-band wireless supports high bandwidth applications such as video streaming or file sharing
- Wireless-N technology uses multiple radios to create a robust signal that travels farther and faster, with reduced dead spots.
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- OneMesh Compatible Router- Form a seamless WiFi when work with TP-Link OneMesh WiFi Extenders.Processor : Qualcomm CPU.
- Router for wireless internet, works with Alexa, compatible with all Wi-Fi devices, 802.11ac and older
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Linksys EA3500 is a popular and one of the cheapest options. It's in the top 3 bestselling routers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as TP-Link Archer AX10 or TP-Link Archer A8 AC1900 .
Linksys EA3500 is $77.85 less expensive than an average router ($139.99).
TP-Link Archer A7 is a top selling and one of the cheaper options. It's a #1 bestseller in routers category and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as NETGEAR N600 or Netgear R6120 AC1200 .
TP-Link Archer A7 is $68.60 less expensive than an average router ($139.99).
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