TP-Link Archer VR900 AC1900 VDSL/ADSL Modem Router

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 4 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

2
Average:

1
Bad:

0

7.4

User Score

Based on 1,903 reviews
as rated by users

Pros:

Works with any Internet connection, Simple setup process, Good wireless performance, 4x Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 storage sharing, Optional 3G/4G backup

Cons:

Manual firmware updates, Pricey at £140

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Last revision on May 9, 2018

Reviewers Liked

Works with any Internet connection, Simple setup process, Good wireless performance, 4x Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 storage sharing, Optional 3G/4G backup

Expert reviews and ratings

With the exception of a USB 2.0 port on the right hand side and the LED, WPS and Wi-Fi switches on the left, all connections etc. are on the rear of the unit. The LEDs are in a row near the top of the front of the unit. The VR900 supports a whole range...

By GadgetSpeak on April 19, 2016

A good buy for fibre customers with 802.11ac kit, but watch out if you have older 802.11n-only...

By Expert Reviews on March 12, 2016

TP-LINK markets the Archer VR900 as a high-performance and versatile router, one which is capable of working with or without an external modem. The ‘1900' label is a little misleading – this is the total throughput; a combination of both 2.4 GHz...

By wegotserved.com on December 17, 2015

Since the software is good and the performance is truly excellent, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Archer VR900. TP-Link has come a long way in a short...

By PC Advisor on September 21, 2015

There was a period when it felt like the ADSL router market had stagnated. Cable routers were offering newer designs, higher specifications and more advanced features but the ADSL versions were not being updated. Part of this is no doubt due to the...

By HardwareHeaven on January 15, 2016

Eager to improve the speed of your home or office network? Then consider running patch cables between rooms, as there's really no better solution for users seeking maximum performance and minimal interference.We'd be remiss not to make such a...

By HEXUS.net on October 16, 2015

I really enjoyed reviewing the TP-Link VR900 Modem Router and it easily convinced me. The first thing I really like about this unit is the universal connectivity that it offers. Whether you use ADSL, VDLS, Fibre or other static connection, it doesn't...

By eTeknix on October 08, 2015

TP-Link Archer VR900 AC1900 VDSL/ADSL Modem Router

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Price: $500