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TP-Link Deco BE85 — Wi-Fi 7 · BE22000
TP-Link

TP-Link Deco BE85

Wi-Fi 7 · BE22000

88
/ 100
From $549
VS
NETGEAR Orbi 960 — Wi-Fi 6E · AXE11000
NETGEAR

NETGEAR Orbi 960

Wi-Fi 6E · AXE11000

88
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, TP-Link Deco BE85 lands at 88 and NETGEAR Orbi 960 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick TP-Link Deco BE85 if…

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

Pick NETGEAR Orbi 960 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

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.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

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

Value for money

TP-Link Deco BE85

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

TP-Link Deco BE85 more score per dollar ($549 vs $1,499).

TP-Link Deco BE85 88
vs
88 NETGEAR Orbi 960

Score breakdown

TP-Link Deco BE85
88
throughput 88
range 86
features 86
value 82
NETGEAR Orbi 960
88
throughput 88
range 86
features 86
value 82

Specs side-by-side

TP-Link Deco BE85 versus NETGEAR Orbi 960 — full spec comparison
Spec TP-Link Deco BE85 NETGEAR Orbi 960
Standard
Wi-Fi 7
Wi-Fi 6E
Throughput
▲ BE22000
AXE11000

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

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

FAQ: TP-Link Deco BE85 vs NETGEAR Orbi 960

Which is better, TP-Link Deco BE85 or NETGEAR Orbi 960? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is TP-Link Deco BE85 worth the price? +

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

Is NETGEAR Orbi 960 worth the price? +

At $1,499, NETGEAR Orbi 960 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in throughput.

Does TP-Link Deco BE85 or NETGEAR Orbi 960 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 the better value, TP-Link Deco BE85 or NETGEAR Orbi 960? +

TP-Link Deco BE85 — more score per dollar ($549 vs $1,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.