Like the Archer AX11000 gaming router and the Deco X20 mesh system, the Archer X50 comes with TP-Link’s HomeCare suite of antimalware, parental control, and QoS software. The anti-malware software can apply malicious content filters, quarantine infected clients, and display security alerts; QoS settings include presets for gaming, streaming, surfing, and chatting, and bandwidth priority Homecare’s parental controls include presets for Child, Pre-Teen, Teen, and Adult, with age-appropriate website filters for gambling, social networks, games, chat rooms, and other adult content. Website filters are available for gambling, social networks, games, chat rooms, and other adult content. You can also view browsing history and set access schedules and time limits for each client. The TP-Link Archer AX50 has the same feature set as other draft-stage WiFi 6 routers released at the same time, so expect to see new TWT (Target Wake Time) features that work well with low-power devices (devices will “wake up” only when needed) and the highly regarded Expect OFDMA technology. Like the Asus RT-AX58U and Netgear RAX40, the TP-Link Archer AX50 left a little to be desired. Sure, the applications are easy to use and the web-based interface offers most of the expected features, but there are a few “rookie” design mistakes (no silicone feet, and yes, the router has already tipped over on the floor), and wireless performance is fine but only under certain It can only be used under certain conditions.
