TP-Link
TP-Link Archer BE800
Wi-Fi 7 · BE19000
87
/ 100
From $599
VS
GL.iNet
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
Wi-Fi 6 · OpenWrt · 2.5 GbE × 5
87
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, TP-Link Archer BE800 lands at 87 and GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) at 87. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick TP-Link Archer BE800 if…
- ✓Current-gen Wi-Fi
- ✓App-driven setup
- ✓Parental controls (brand-dependent)
Pick GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) if…
- ✓Native OpenWrt with GL.iNet polish
- ✓5× 2.5 GbE ports
- ✓Tailscale + WireGuard built-in
TP-Link Archer BE800 87
vs 87 GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
Score breakdown
TP-Link Archer BE800
87 throughput 87
range 86
features 85
value 82
ease 0
GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
87 throughput 88
range 86
features 96
value 0
ease 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | TP-Link Archer BE800 | GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 dual-band |
| Throughput | BE19000 | — |
| Total bandwidth | — | 5400 Mbps |
| WAN | — | 2.5 GbE |
| LAN | — | 4× 2.5 GbE |
| USB | — | 1× USB 3.0 |
| Coverage | — | ~3000 sq ft |
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
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
FAQ: TP-Link Archer BE800 vs GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)
Which is better, TP-Link Archer BE800 or GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000)? +
Both score 87 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is TP-Link Archer BE800 worth the price? +
At $599, TP-Link Archer BE800 delivers a Specdex score of 87 — strongest in throughput.
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.
Does TP-Link Archer BE800 or GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) 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.