TL-PA8033PKIT AV1300 Gigabit Passthrough 2x2 MIMO Powerline Adapter Starter Kit, Powerline Network Adapters with 3 Gigabit Ports for Smart TVs or Game Consoles, No Configuration Required

I picked up this TP-Link powerline kit mainly because running Ethernet cables through the house was starting to feel like a DIY project I was not emotionally prepared for. After setting it up and using it for a while, I’d say it’s one of those products that quietly solves a very specific problem really well. Setup really is as simple as advertised. Plug one adapter into a wall socket near your router, connect it with Ethernet, then plug the second one into the room you want internet in. No software drama, no complicated configuration, just instant pairing. That alone already makes it feel like a win. When it works well, the performance is genuinely impressive. I’ve used it for gaming, streaming, and general work, and the connection is stable enough that you stop thinking about it, which is exactly what you want from internet infrastructure. Speeds obviously depend on your home wiring, but in my case it was a noticeable improvement over weak Wi-Fi in distant rooms. The multiple Gigabit ports on the receiver unit are a nice bonus. Being able to plug in a console, TV, or PC directly without needing a separate switch is really convenient, especially in a living room setup. It basically turns one wall socket into a small wired network hub. The passthrough socket is also genuinely useful. Losing a power outlet would’ve been annoying, so having it built in means you’re not sacrificing functionality just to improve your internet. Small detail, big quality of life improvement. That said, powerline adapters are a bit unpredictable by nature. They’re heavily dependent on your home’s electrical wiring, so results can vary room to room. In the best case, it feels almost like proper Ethernet. In less ideal setups, speeds can dip or fluctuate a bit, especially if the circuit is noisy or older. Heat and size are also worth mentioning, these aren’t tiny devices, and they do warm up slightly during heavy use. Nothing alarming, just something to be aware of if you’re plugging them into tight spaces. But overall, they’re a brilliant workaround for poor Wi-Fi coverage or inconvenient router placement. Much easier than drilling, much more stable than Wi-Fi extenders in many cases, and very low effort to get running. Overall, this is a strong solution for improving wired connectivity in awkward parts of the house. Not flawless, but incredibly useful when your home layout and Wi-Fi signal aren’t cooperating.

Never used these kinds of devices before, and after some research, I opted for the TP-Link TL-PA8033PKIT AV1300 model. I've been using it now for roughly 2 months, and have been pleasantly surprised by the result. The signal I'm getting, which unfortunately is capped by the adapter well below what you'd expect from Ethernet speeds direct from your router, is more than enough to play YouTube in high definition, and stream content from the likes of Netflix, Disney+, and the Sky Sports web browser app without buffering issues. I like to watch my shows when I do my long runs on the treadmill, and I can do so now without my videos pausing to buffer. Now, why powerline adapters? Because I researched a range of options before arriving at this one. Our house has solid brick walls coupled with layers of insulation, which is a nightmare for Wi-Fi signals. The hope was to get a decent Ethernet connection in a garden shed, and unfortunately, running an Ethernet cable from the house to the shed just wasn't feasible in our case. Too many holes needing to be drilled, through those aforementioned thick stone walls. And whilst our Wi-Fi signal reached the shed, it was patchy at best. Video streaming worked, but the quality was awful; I could barely watch Snooker on the BBC iPlayer, for example, without facing the dreaded spinning buffering wheel every minute or so. That's when I researched these 'powerline' adapters. And I’ll be honest: I thought they’d be a waste of time and money. Glad I was wrong. Mine works, doing all the things they suggest you not do when setting them up. The adapter connects to the main router using a Network Switch, I don't have a baldy notion if the house's electrical wiring causes interference, and the adapter that lives in the shed is plugged into a surge-protected gang socket. Setting them up was as easy as hitting 'Pair'. It hasn’t run hot, its signal hasn’t dipped once; it’s been a solid addition to the shed that has, more-or-less, solved whatever connectivity issues we had before. From this adapter, I'm running three Ethernet cables: a Wi-Fi range extender which has more-or-less fixed the stability issue of Wi-Fi in the shed and also extends our signal across the garden, a mini PC I use to watch my streaming services when I use the treadmill, and an Ethernet-to-USB C cable so I can hard-wire my phone and tablet. The pass-through plug has also been useful, and in it, I’ve got a plug with two USB 3.1A sockets and two USB-C sockets. One of the 3.1A sockets powers the TV’s Chromecast without issue, and the other provides a charging lead for an old phone my brother uses as a camera when he’s playing dart matches online. Now, hindsight is 20/20 as they say. At the time I bought this, the model that comes equipped with a Wi-Fi option was a little more expensive. I should have just gone with it. The Wi-Fi range booster I mentioned further up does the same thing, and ended up costing slightly less, but I should have just opted for the Wi-Fi model. You live and learn.

I bought this to replace a broadband extender kit (also "powerline") that had died. It was very easy to set up, pairing quickly, and seems to work very well. It is supporting this connection as I type. The only disappointment - and it's my fault - is that I thought that in addition to the ethernet ports it was also a wireless hotspot, as was my previous kit. Unfortunately it's not, hence no stars for wi-fi signal, but you can't criticise a product for not doing something it isn't built to do! My only real criticism is that it is physically large - so much so that in a normal UK switched double socket it blocks access to the switch.

Excellent piece of kit, worth every penny giving me extended Wi-Fi coverage. Easy to set up, and that’s a massive plus from my perspective, works a treat and very discreet, I don’t think my wife has even noticed other than to mention the Wi-Fi seems to be working well now…..

Great and easy to set up and use.

Well, I have generally used this pair without any issues and speeds have been okay, but now it seems that one of them has bitten the dust after a mere three years of use. If it's some other problem, then I'll change my review but right now, I've been trying the adapter in different rooms and the internet light doesn't turn on. Pretty disappointing.

Excellent plug and play powerline adapters allowing you to deliver a wired internet connection to anywhere in your home where there is a standard UK 3-pin plug, via your mains ring circuit. One of the adapters in this set has a single ethernet port (which I used to connect to my router), the other has 3 ethernet ports which enable you to connect 3 devices to your broadband via an ethernet cable. I'm currently using two of the ports for a TV and a games console, with a third spare one ready if I ever want to add another device in the same location. Very easy to set up and works straight out of the box. As an added bonus, as these are the 'passthrough' type of adapter, you don't lose the plug socket you plug each adapter into as they have their own 'passthrough' socket on the outside, so you can plug anything you want into that. Very pleased with these so far!

Usually i find tp-link stuff very good , but not this ( might be faulty ) but the link speed was only 30mb , my old 600 models gives me 70 to 90 and my ac1900 gives me 500 to 600 mb ( and i know thats a wireless link but 20 times faster )

الفكرة جيدة انك تتخلص من التمديد والأسلاك ولكن.. لاحظت انه تنخفض سرعة الإنترنت على حسب استخدام الكهرباء في البيت يعني مثلا حطيته اسفل المفتاح حق لمبة الغرفة...اول ما افتح النور السرعة تنخفض للنصف طفي النور السرعة ترجع تطلع ...وهكذا

Bought this to upgrade from my old Netgear ethernet extender that was getting 350-400mbs, my Internet speed is 500mbs. The new TP-Link was only getting 40-50mbs which was a big disappointment for what money it is.

1 year and half working only... It's now not working and making a buzzy noise when we plug it...

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Die TP-Link Powerline Adapter sind wirklich schnell eingerichtet und machen einen wertigen eindruck auch wenn ich finde das Sie recht groß sind. Es ist das GB Set somit nur in UK und Ireland etc. einsetzbar.