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GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) — Wi-Fi 6 · OpenWrt · 2.5 GbE × 5
GL.iNet

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)

Wi-Fi 6 · OpenWrt · 2.5 GbE × 5

87
/ 100
From $199
VS
TP-Link Deco BE85 wins by 1
TP-Link Deco BE85 — Wi-Fi 7 · BE22000
TP-Link

TP-Link Deco BE85

Wi-Fi 7 · BE22000

88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict

TP-Link Deco BE85 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) lands at 87 and TP-Link Deco BE85 at 88. That puts TP-Link Deco BE85 ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

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 Deco BE85 if…

  • ✓Current-gen Wi-Fi
  • ✓App-driven setup
  • ✓Parental controls (brand-dependent)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Features

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)

Compared on the features sub-score

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) leads on features (96 vs 86).

Throughput

Tie

Compared on the throughput sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Range

Tie

Compared on the range sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) more score per dollar ($199 vs $549).

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) 87
vs
88 TP-Link Deco BE85

Score breakdown

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
87
throughput 88
range 86
features 96
ease 84
value 0
TP-Link Deco BE85
88
throughput 88
range 86
features 86
ease 0
value 82

Specs side-by-side

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) versus TP-Link Deco BE85 — full spec comparison
Spec GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) TP-Link Deco BE85
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
—
BE22000

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 Deco BE85

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 Deco BE85

Which is better, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Deco BE85? +

TP-Link Deco BE85 scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 Deco BE85 worth the price? +

At $549, TP-Link Deco BE85 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in throughput.

Does GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Deco BE85 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.

Which is better for features, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Deco BE85? +

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) — leads on features (96 vs 86). Compared on the features sub-score.

Which is the better value, GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) or TP-Link Deco BE85? +

GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) — more score per dollar ($199 vs $549). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.