Brilliant Router Heads to Czech Republic! TP-Link M8550 Replaces Home and Travel Connection and Has a Touch Display

TP-Link is expanding its portfolio with the M8550 mobile router, which combines 5G connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E technology. Unlike standard mobile hotspots, this model offers several additional features, including an Ethernet port and a touch display.

The main highlight is the gigabit WAN/LAN port, which allows for a wired connection of a laptop or other device. The router can also be used as a home device connected to a cable modem, aiming for more versatile use.

Technical Specifications and Connectivity Options

According to specifications, the M8550 supports 5G connectivity with download speeds up to 3.4 Gbps and upload speeds up to 900 Mbps. For 4G/LTE networks, the manufacturer states download speeds up to 1.6 Gbps and upload speeds of 200 Mbps. The router supports a wide range of frequency bands including 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, and others.

Price: 8,999 CZK

Wireless connectivity is provided by tri-band Wi-Fi 6E labeled AXE3600, which combines the bands:

• 6 GHz with a speed of 2880 Mbps
• 5 GHz with a speed of 2880 Mbps
• 2.4 GHz with a speed of 688 Mbps

According to the manufacturer, the router can serve up to 32 devices simultaneously, which can be useful for group use.

Display and User Interface

An interesting feature is the integrated touch display, which shows basic information about the device status and allows direct configuration without needing to connect via a web interface. Users can monitor data limits, battery status, signal strength, connected devices, and other parameters.

Through the display, you can set the home screen, view device information, configure power saving, VPN, switch Wi-Fi bands, change network modes, and access other functions.

Battery and Connectivity

The router includes a 4700 mAh capacity battery, which should be sufficient for all-day operation. The exact battery life depends on the load and usage method. The following interfaces are available:

• USB-C port for charging and data transfer
• Gigabitový WAN/LAN port pro kabelové připojení
• Anténní rozhraní pro připojení externí antény
• SIM card slot (sold separately)
• microSD card slot (sold separately)

An interesting feature is the Wi-Fi Boost mode, where the router can be connected via a USB-C cable and the battery disconnected to improve the Wi-Fi signal during stationary use.

Security Features

The M8550 router offers integrated support for VPN protocols, including OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP, IPSec, and WireGuard. This feature can be particularly useful for business users who need secure access to remote servers without having to set up a VPN on every connected device.

Typical Use Cases

TP-Link suggests three main use cases for its router:

• Travel – quick setup for 5G/4G/3G networks and sharing the connection with multiple devices
• Pracovní cesty – stabilní připojení díky ethernetovému portu a podpora VPN pro zabezpečený přístup k firemním sítím
• Domácí nebo kancelářské použití – jako alternativa ke standardnímu routeru s možností přepnutí na bateriový provoz v případě výpadku elektřiny

Availability and Price

The TP-Link M8550 is already available on the Czech market for a recommended retail price of 8,999 CZK. You can buy it, for example, on Alza.

Would you use a mobile router with 5G support?