NETGEAR
NETGEAR Orbi 960
Wi-Fi 6E · AXE11000
88
/ 100
From $1,499
VS
TP-Link
TP-Link Deco BE85
Wi-Fi 7 · BE22000
88
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, NETGEAR Orbi 960 lands at 88 and TP-Link Deco BE85 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick NETGEAR Orbi 960 if…
- ✓Current-gen Wi-Fi
- ✓App-driven setup
- ✓Parental controls (brand-dependent)
Pick TP-Link Deco BE85 if…
- ✓Current-gen Wi-Fi
- ✓App-driven setup
- ✓Parental controls (brand-dependent)
NETGEAR Orbi 960 88
vs 88 TP-Link Deco BE85
Score breakdown
NETGEAR Orbi 960
88 throughput 88
range 86
features 86
value 82
TP-Link Deco BE85
88 throughput 88
range 86
features 86
value 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | NETGEAR Orbi 960 | TP-Link Deco BE85 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Throughput | AXE11000 | ▲ BE22000 |
NETGEAR Orbi 960
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
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: NETGEAR Orbi 960 vs TP-Link Deco BE85
Which is better, NETGEAR Orbi 960 or TP-Link Deco BE85? +
Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is NETGEAR Orbi 960 worth the price? +
At $1,499, NETGEAR Orbi 960 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in throughput.
Is TP-Link Deco BE85 worth the price? +
At $549, TP-Link Deco BE85 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in throughput.
Does NETGEAR Orbi 960 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.