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Deco M4:

• Coverage: Up to 5,500 sq.ft. with 3-pack (2,000 sq.ft. per unit)
• Speed: AC1200 (867Mbps on 5GHz + 300Mbps on 2.4GHz)
• Device capacity: Up to 100 connected devices

Deco E4/W2400:

• Similar AC1200 speed rating (867Mbps on 5GHz + 300Mbps on 2.4GHz)
• Supports seamless roaming for uninterrupted connectivity

Hardware and Design

Similarities:

• Both feature dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
• Both have 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports per unit
• Both include a reset button
• Both support WAN/LAN auto-sensing
• Both use LED indicators for status information

Design Differences:

• The Deco M4 has a cylindrical design
• The Deco E4 has a more compact cylindrical design with a black top

Features and Technology

Common Features:

• Seamless roaming capability
• Parental controls with content filtering and time limits
• Guest network support
• Mobile app management
• QoS (Quality of Service) prioritization
• Multiple operating modes (Router and Access Point)
• WPA/WPA2 encryption
• Compatible with other Deco models

Notable Commonalities:

• Both support Ethernet backhaul for improved performance
• Both use beamforming technology
• Both feature MU-MIMO support
• Both have Alexa voice control integration

Setup and Management

Both systems offer:

• Simple setup through the Deco mobile app
• Centralized cloud management
• Automatic firmware updates
• Ability to manage devices and settings remotely

Security Features

Both provide:

• SPI firewall protection
• Access control options
• Separate guest networks
• Parental controls with content filtering