KuWFi 2-Pack 300Mbps Wireless Bridge, Outdoor CPE WiFi Kit Point to Point Wireless Access Point 2.4G Internet Bridge 1KM Transmission Distance Solution for PTP/PTMP(Pre-Program)

I have been building a complex wifi network in a remote area with many connecting areas that are each on average around 1200ft distance from each other. I purchased these, as well as the TP Link CE210 to compare the differences in features and quality. Both antennae's perform about the same in connection speeds from my test. 1200ft with both antenna's point towards each has been easy to reach with both the Kuwfi and the TP-Link. The CE210 is rated for 15km in comparison to the Kuwfi 2k, but I have yet to test at anything close to that range. It is still possible the CE210 will still reach farther distances for the kuwfi, but at the distances I generally need to go I don't notice a difference between connection and speed between the two.Where they are harder to compare is in features. The kuwfi packs a lot for the value, but has a few quirks with the software and interface that I am still figuring out. Overall, the kuwfi has an easy to connect host and client mode that can be selected without logging in to the interface. This is super useful, as it also has an automatic pairing that makes connecting two together a breeze. Where I have had difficulties, is when multiples of the devices are connected, yet running independent from their pairing, I have ran into IP conflicts because each host wants to use the 192.168.10.253 IP by default. I was able to put them in a DHCP mode, but there are still little quirks I have been working out and the interface can be tedious to use. In comparison to other devices I have used, this seems less straight forward for some reason.Here is what I like most about these antenna's. Two antenna's in host and client mode can connect independently of broadcasted SSID name on each device. This means each end of the connection can host its own Wifi name, which can be matched to the area it is sitting in. I have not been able to do this on the TP-Link yet, as I have only been able to connect in repeater mode which requires it to be the same SSID. It is a small thing, but I really like having that flexibility for what I am using it for. Another feature I like, is the extra ethernet throughput port on the antenna itself. This means you can connect at the POE point, as well as link another antenna to another that is next to it, or hard wire into a security camera. The TP-Link in comparison only allows connection at the POE side. This can be fine for most things, but the kuwfi seems to be useful in more situations. However, the TP-Link is a solid choice to use if you are taking it straight into a home router anyway. The TP-Link has a very solid build feeling to it as well, and is a little more straight forward in certain ways if you are just wanting to use it in client mode. The web interface is very easy to use on the TP-Link as well. However, the TP-Link does not do multi SSD, so there is no access point when it is in client or repeater mode. This can be a good or a bad thing.Both units are excellent for different uses, and it has become difficult to chose which ones to get for upcoming projects. Both devices are great, and I have been very impressed with their range.

I needed to set up one of our POS registers in a temp location about 100' away from it normal spot during renovations. I had to go through a wall and some glass and just powered up and worked. The exterior power lights lets you see the signal strength easily. They have a nice wide beam so they do not need to be set up with a laser pointer. Speed was great, and the fact that it was Cat5 was perfect.

Frustrated is an understatement. Their website states free support via whats app or email. Its been 5 days and I have yet to get a response. Im NOT new to networking. A bit of a hack but would rate myself intermediate or better. Also had my daughter who is studying Cyber security at the masters level on a zoom call. ISpecifics:If you have a home network, chances are it is set to 192.168.1.XXX. You will need to change your network address pattern to 192.168.188.XXX in order to see the KuWfi on your network. Not a big deal, but clunky that the bridge address only allows changing the last bank of numbers.They offer a Repeater Mode and an AP mode. I configured the units both ways yet the signal strength from the second 'slave' unit was poor at best. The signal strength on my phone even with the slave right next to the phone is no better than my wireless router from AT&T. Tested 40' away through a window, the signal strength is diminished, almost identical between my AT&T wireless and the Kuwfi unit. I believe the hardware was operational as in Repeater mode both units show C001, with an IP address of 192.168.188.100. in AP mode the master has a different code.Only way I could get an internet signal to the bridge device was via a wired Lan connection to the master, regardless of whether units were configured as an access PT or in repeater mode. After hours of trying, I was unable to connect the master via wifi to my network. In fairness, instructions were not clear whether this was even supported BUT the whole idea with wireless is that you can connect to the bridge wirelessly as well as wired.Instructions were difficult to follow at best. Their english way better than my Chinese but not easy or intuitive, especially if you are unfamiliar. Main page titled "Quickly Installation Guide". FAR from plug and play. There are some web videos that did help. The UI to configure was relatively simple and straight forward, but the units did not provide the extended range needed.In the end you can get a low price, you can get service BUT you can't get both. These are going back to Amazon