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TP-Link TL-WA855RE | 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender | 2.4GHz Single Band | Two External Antennas | Fast Ethernet Port
Carries your router's reach through bedsitter walls into the bedroom, kitchen and balcony for an entry-level outlay.
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TP-Link TL-WA855RE is in stock at Mascom International for KSh 3,650, brand new and sealed, ready to stretch your existing Wi-Fi into the rooms your router leaves weak. The TP-Link TL-WA855RE runs on the 2.4GHz band at up to 300Mbps. Two external antennas with MIMO catch your router's signal and send it onward at usable strength. A 10/100Mbps Ethernet port also lets it feed a smart TV or desktop by cable. Collect the TP-Link TL-WA855RE from our store at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for countrywide delivery.
Built for renters in bedsitters, studios and one-bedroom flats, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE solves a familiar problem. The fibre router sits by the front door, and the bedroom gets one bar or nothing at all. Stone and concrete walls in Nairobi apartment blocks soak up Wi-Fi quickly. Plug the extender in halfway between the router and the weak room, and your phone, laptop and TV reconnect properly. University students sharing a hostel connection, shop owners running a till phone from a back store, and remote workers taking Zoom calls from a spare room all fit this profile.
Unlike the unbranded repeaters sold at street stalls, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE comes with TP-Link's Tether app, WPA2 encryption and a proper warranty. It is the most affordable extender in our TP-Link range. Larger homes with three or more bedrooms should step up to the dual-band TP-Link RE305 at KSh 5,750 or the TP-Link RE450 at KSh 8,500. Customers across Nairobi tell us the TP-Link TL-WA855RE was the cheapest fix that actually cured a stubborn bedroom dead spot. Walk in to see it before paying, or order now and pay on arrival anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the TP-Link TL-WA855RE
Is the TP-Link TL-WA855RE worth KSh 3,650 in Kenya?
Yes, for a small home with one weak room, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE is the cheapest dependable fix Mascom International stocks. At KSh 3,650, it works out to about KSh 10 a day across its first year. It extends the home internet you already pay for, so you stop burning mobile data in rooms where Wi-Fi drops out. Bigger homes with many devices get better value from a dual-band extender, but a bedsitter rarely needs one.
Will the TP-Link TL-WA855RE work with my Safaricom, Zuku or Faiba router?
Yes, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE works with any router broadcasting standard 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, including Safaricom Home Fibre, Zuku, Faiba and Airtel home internet routers. It supports 802.11b, g and n, the standards every Kenyan provider's router still broadcasts. Press WPS on the router, then WPS on the extender, and the two pair. If your router has no WPS button, the Tether app or a web browser completes setup using your Wi-Fi password.
How does the TP-Link TL-WA855RE compare to the TP-Link RE305?
The TP-Link TL-WA855RE is single-band 2.4GHz at 300Mbps, while the TP-Link RE305 adds a 5GHz band for AC1200 combined speed. That second band lets the RE305 talk to the router on one frequency and your devices on another, keeping speeds higher. The TL-WA855RE costs KSh 2,100 less and suits a bedsitter or one-bedroom used for browsing, streaming and video calls. Choose the RE305 for a two- or three-bedroom home with several streamers.
Who should buy the TP-Link TL-WA855RE, and who should skip it?
Buy the TP-Link TL-WA855RE if you live in a bedsitter, studio or one-bedroom flat and one room keeps losing Wi-Fi. Students, single renters and small shops with a back storeroom get the most from it. Skip it if your home has three or more bedrooms, several people streaming 4K at once, or a fast fibre package you want to use in full. Those homes suit the TP-Link RE450, whose AC1750 dual-band design carries heavier traffic across more rooms.
How fast is the TP-Link TL-WA855RE in real use?
The TP-Link TL-WA855RE links at up to 300Mbps on 2.4GHz, though real throughput runs well below that headline figure. A single-band extender uses the same radio to hear the router and to serve your devices, so it splits airtime between both jobs. In practice it comfortably handles HD YouTube, Netflix, WhatsApp video calls and Zoom meetings on a few devices. For heavy downloads, move it closer to the router or use its Ethernet port.
How does the TP-Link TL-WA855RE cope with power cuts?
After a Kenya Power outage, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE restarts on its own and rejoins your router once both have power again. You never repeat setup, because it keeps your network settings stored in memory. Its 100-240V input takes Kenyan mains supply directly, with no adapter box. Drawing no more than 3.6W, it also runs easily from a small router UPS, keeping bedroom Wi-Fi alive while the lights are out.
Where should I place the TP-Link TL-WA855RE for the strongest connection?
Place the TP-Link TL-WA855RE roughly halfway between your router and the room with weak Wi-Fi, where the router's signal is still decent. Plugging it in inside the dead room only repeats a signal that is already poor. Its LED indicators tell you whether the router link is healthy, so move it one socket closer if the connection looks weak. Keep it away from microwaves and thick stone walls, which absorb 2.4GHz signal.
Can the TP-Link TL-WA855RE connect a smart TV or desktop by cable?
Yes, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE has a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port that acts as a wireless adapter for wired devices. Plug in a smart TV, desktop, gaming console or streaming box with weak Wi-Fi, and it reaches the internet through the extender. In Access Point mode the port works in reverse. Run a cable from your router, and the TL-WA855RE creates a fresh Wi-Fi network in a distant room.
Is the TP-Link TL-WA855RE safe for M-Pesa and mobile banking?
Yes, the TP-Link TL-WA855RE supports WPA2-PSK encryption, the same standard your fibre router uses to protect traffic inside the house. Your M-Pesa app, KCB or Equity banking apps and email add their own encrypted connection on top. MAC filtering lets you block unknown devices, so neighbours cannot quietly ride your connection. Change the extender's admin password from the default after setup to close the last easy gap.
Technical Specifications
Wireless Standards and Speed
- 802.11n, 802.11g and 802.11b support covers practically every phone, laptop and router sold in the last decade.
- Up to 300Mbps link rate on 802.11n leaves headroom for HD streaming and video calls on several devices.
- Single 2.4GHz band travels further through walls than 5GHz, suited to reaching one extra room reliably.
- 2x2 MIMO sends and receives two data streams at once, improving both speed and connection stability.
- Transmit power below 20dBm EIRP keeps output within regulatory limits while still covering a small flat.
- Reception sensitivity down to -68dBm lets it lock onto a router signal that has already weakened.
Antennas and Placement Control
- Two external antennas angle independently, so you can aim coverage toward the bedroom or kitchen.
- Wall-plug body sits directly in a socket, needing no power cable, shelf or mounting bracket.
- LED indicators show power, wireless and link status, helping you judge a good position at a glance.
- Best results come from placing it halfway between router and dead room, where incoming signal remains usable.
- Transmit power control lets you reduce output in a tiny room, trimming interference with neighbouring networks.
- Extended network can reuse your router's name and password, so phones switch over without new logins.
Operating Modes and Wired Port
- Range Extender mode repeats your router's network, pushing Wi-Fi into rooms with weak or no coverage.
- Access Point mode converts a wired router connection into a brand-new Wi-Fi network in a far room.
- One 10/100Mbps Ethernet port connects a smart TV, desktop or console that lacks strong wireless reception.
- Wired devices behind the extender join the same home network, so printers and media sharing keep working.
- Switching between modes happens inside the settings page, with no extra hardware or firmware needed.
- Access Point mode suits a shop or office with an existing cable run to a back room.
Setup and Management Tools
- WPS button pairs with most routers using one press on each device, with no password typing.
- TP-Link Tether app on Android and iOS handles setup, connected-device lists and settings from your phone.
- Browser management page offers full settings over HTTP or HTTPS for anyone who prefers working on a laptop.
- Domain login opens the settings page through a simple web address instead of a numeric IP address.
- Reset button restores factory settings if you change routers or forget the admin password.
- Tether shows which phones and laptops are connected, making it easy to spot an uninvited neighbour.
Security Features and Network Control
- WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK encryption protect traffic passing through the extender from outsiders within range.
- 64, 128 and 152-bit WEP remain available only for legacy devices that cannot handle WPA2.
- MAC filtering blocks unknown devices, stopping neighbours from joining your extended network uninvited.
- Built-in DHCP server assigns addresses automatically in Access Point mode, so devices join without manual setup.
- Settings survive power loss, so the extender rejoins your router without repeating the pairing process.
- Admin password protection on the settings page stops visitors from changing your network configuration.
Power, Build and Operating Conditions
- 100-240V, 50/60Hz input accepts standard mains supply directly, with no separate power adapter required.
- Peak draw of 3.6W works out to under 3 kWh a month when running around the clock.
- No fan or moving parts means silent operation, suitable for a bedroom socket right beside the bed.
- Compact 80 x 77.8 x 77.3mm body stays small enough to hide behind a sofa or cabinet.
- Rated operating range of 0°C to 40°C suits normal indoor room conditions throughout the year.
- FCC and RoHS certification confirms tested radio emissions and restricted hazardous materials in manufacture.
Package Contents
The TP-Link TL-WA855RE box stays simple, because the extender plugs straight into the wall and needs no external power adapter.
- TP-Link TL-WA855RE 300Mbps range extender with two attached external antennas
- Quick installation guide covering WPS pairing and Tether app setup
An Ethernet cable is not included in the box. Pick one up at our Kimathi Street counter if you plan to wire a smart TV, console or desktop to the extender.
Warranty
The TP-Link TL-WA855RE carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects. Cover includes failed wireless radios, dead Ethernet ports, faulty buttons and units that stop powering on under normal use. Physical damage, liquid exposure and power-surge damage fall outside this cover. Bring the unit and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk, or start a claim by WhatsApp from any county.
Buying the TP-Link TL-WA855RE from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the TP-Link TL-WA855RE in white at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to handle the TP-Link TL-WA855RE and ask our staff about setup before you commit.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the TP-Link TL-WA855RE the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Kisii, Mombasa and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the extender and pay only when it arrives.
The TP-Link TL-WA855RE comes with the 12-month Mascom warranty stated above.
Need coverage beyond one small flat? Ask us about the TP-Link RE305 and TP-Link RE450 before you order. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for straight answers on networking gear, current pricing and hands-on after-sales help from Kimathi Street.
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