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Omada Wifi AP Options by House Size

September 4, 2025 24 views Barry Murphy
Recommended TP-Link Omada AP options for different home sizes. Covers signal range, model upgrades, and outdoor options, helping choose between EAP225, EAP610, EAP670, EAP660HD, and outdoor models.

Small Homes (≤100 m² / ~1,080 ft²)

  • EAP225 (Wi-Fi 5) – Budget-friendly, covers small spaces.

  • EAP610 (Wi-Fi 6) – Future-proof upgrade with better efficiency.

 

Medium Homes (100–200 m² / ~1,080–2,150 ft²)

  • EAP610 (Wi-Fi 6) – Good balance of speed and range.

  • EAP670 (Wi-Fi 6) – Extended coverage (~200 m² / ~2,150 ft²).

 

Large Homes (200–400 m² / ~2,150–4,300 ft²)

  • 2× EAP610, or

  • EAP670 + EAP610 – Mesh setup for seamless roaming.

 

Very Large Homes (>400 m² / >4,300 ft²)

  • EAP660HD (Wi-Fi 6) – Handles high density, ~418 m² / ~4,500 ft².

  • 2–3× EAP670 – Distributed mesh coverage.

 

Outdoor / Mixed Use

  • EAP225-Outdoor – Up to 200–300 m / 650–980 ft radius, weatherproof.

  • EAP610-Outdoor – Wi-Fi 6 outdoor AP, ~150 m / ~490 ft radius.

 

High-Performance Outdoor (Advanced)

  • EAP772-Outdoor (Wi-Fi 7) – ~300 m² / ~3,200 ft² per unit, tri-band, IP68 rugged, ideal for large outdoor spaces.


 

Deployment Tips

  • Mount APs 3–4 m / 10–13 ft high indoors for best coverage.

  • Aim for –65 dB or better signal strength.

  • Use medium TX power when APs are closer than 12 m / 40 ft to reduce interference.

  • Combine APs via Omada Mesh for seamless roaming across larger layouts.

 

⚠️ Coverage Considerations

The effective range of any Omada access point depends heavily on placement and building materials. Centrally mounting the AP in your home, ideally on the ceiling, will maximize even coverage. Solid barriers such as brick, concrete, or stone can significantly reduce signal strength compared to lighter materials like timber or plasterboard. For larger homes, or those with multiple floors and thick walls, a single AP may not provide complete coverage. In these cases, installing two or more APs in a mesh or controller-managed setup is recommended to ensure consistent signal strength across the property.

 

📊 Omada AP Recommendations by House Size

House Size Recommended AP(s) Coverage Notes
Small (≤100 m² / ~1,080 ft²) EAP225 (Wi-Fi 5), EAP610 (Wi-Fi 6) One unit usually enough.
Medium (100–200 m² / ~1,080–2,150 ft²) EAP610 (Wi-Fi 6), EAP670 (Wi-Fi 6) Stronger Wi-Fi 6 coverage, ~200 m² / ~2,150 ft².
Large (200–400 m² / ~2,150–4,300 ft²) 2× EAP610, or EAP670 + EAP610 Mesh setup ensures consistent coverage.
Very Large (>400 m² / >4,300 ft²) EAP660HD (Wi-Fi 6), 2–3× EAP670 Handles high density, ~418 m² / ~4,500 ft².
Outdoor / Garden / Yard EAP225-Outdoor (200–300 m / 650–980 ft), EAP610-Outdoor (~150 m / 490 ft) Weatherproof, outdoor APs.
High-Performance Outdoor EAP772-Outdoor (Wi-Fi 7, ~300 m² / ~3,200 ft² per unit) Tri-band, IP68, future-proof outdoor option.

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