TP-Link Festa FR205 Multi-WAN Router
Multi-WAN wired router with load balancing and USB WAN backup. Supports OpenVPN/IPSec/PPTP/L2TP; self-organizing network ecosystem. Customers note ease of setup and good value, with mixed connectivity reports
Highlights
- multi-WAN load balancing
- USB WAN backup
- VPN support suite
Pros
- Load balancing across up to 3 WAN ports
- USB WAN port for broadband backup
- Self-organizing network ecosystem
- Multiple VPN protocol support
- Five gigabit ports for flexible networking
Cons
- Mixed reports on connectivity and speed
- Some customers experience disconnections
- Signal strength varies among users
Best For
Features
- Five gigabit ports including 1 WAN, 2 WAN/LAN, and 2 LAN ports with load balancing across up to 3 WAN links
- USB 2.0 port enables WAN backup via mobile broadband; compatibility list on TP-Link site
- Festa Self-Organizing Network connects switches, access points, and routers for cohesive management
- Free centralized cloud access via Festa app or web for remote management from anywhere
- VPN support for up to 20 LAN-to-LAN IPsec and 50 OpenVPN connections