Both have built-in 4G and a SIM slot. The MR600 costs almost twice as much - for two bands and gigabit.
Short answer
Archer MR600 - Wi-Fi 5, 2.4 + 5 GHz, gigabit ports. TL-MR150 - 2.4 GHz and 100 Mbit/s only, but almost half the price.
Key differences
| Spec | TP-Link TL-MR150 | TP-Link Archer MR600 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 4G LTE router | 4G LTE router |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4, N300 | Wi-Fi 5, AC1200 |
| Wi-Fi speed | 300 Mbit/s | 300 + 867 Mbit/s |
| Bands | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 + 5 GHz |
| WAN | 1 × 100 Mbit/s + SIM | 1 × 1 Gbit/s + SIM |
| LAN | 3 × 100 Mbit/s | 3 × 1 Gbit/s |
| 4G LTE | built-in | built-in |
| Antennas | 2 external | 2 external |
| Dimensions, weight | 202×141×33.6 mm | 229×160×37 mm |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Wi-Fi
N300 (300 Mbit/s) vs AC1200 (300 + 867 Mbit/s).
Ports
WAN and 3 LAN at 100 Mbit/s vs gigabit.
What's the same
Built-in 4G LTE, 2 external antennas, no USB or VPN.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Fast Wi-Fi and a wired network - Archer MR600.
- Basic 4G internet - TL-MR150.
FAQ
Do I need a separate modem?
No, both have 4G built in.
Does the MR150 have 5 GHz?
No.
Which is cheaper?
The TL-MR150.