GL.iNet
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
Wi-Fi 6 · OpenWrt · 2.5 GbE × 5
87
/ 100
From $199
VS
TP-Link
TP-Link Archer BE800
Wi-Fi 7 · BE19000
87
/ 100
From $599
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) lands at 87 and TP-Link Archer BE800 at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) if…
- ✓Native OpenWrt with GL.iNet polish
- ✓5× 2.5 GbE ports
- ✓Tailscale + WireGuard built-in
Pick TP-Link Archer BE800 if…
- ✓Current-gen Wi-Fi
- ✓App-driven setup
- ✓Parental controls (brand-dependent)
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) 87
vs 87 TP-Link Archer BE800
Score breakdown
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
87 throughput 88
range 86
features 96
ease 84
value 0
TP-Link Archer BE800
87 throughput 87
range 86
features 85
ease 0
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) | TP-Link Archer BE800 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Wi-Fi 6 dual-band | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Total bandwidth | 5400 Mbps | — |
| WAN | 2.5 GbE | — |
| LAN | 4× 2.5 GbE | — |
| USB | 1× USB 3.0 | — |
| Coverage | ~3000 sq ft | — |
| Throughput | — | BE19000 |
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
Pros
- +Native OpenWrt with GL.iNet polish
- +5× 2.5 GbE ports
- +Tailscale + WireGuard built-in
Cons
- −Wi-Fi 6 (not 7) at this price
- −Limited 6 GHz support
- −Setup steeper than eero
TP-Link Archer BE800
Pros
- +Current-gen Wi-Fi
- +App-driven setup
- +Parental controls (brand-dependent)
Cons
- −Advanced features sometimes subscription-gated
- −Range varies
- −Firmware stability improves over time
FAQ: GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) vs TP-Link Archer BE800
Which is better, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Archer BE800? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) worth the price? +
At $199, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in features.
Is TP-Link Archer BE800 worth the price? +
At $599, TP-Link Archer BE800 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in throughput.
Does GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Archer BE800 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.