TP-Link TL-WR802N N300 Nano Travel Router
- N300, up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
- Four modes: bridge, range extender, access point, client
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), single band
- 1 x 10/100 Mbps WAN/LAN port and 1 Micro USB port
- Powered by wall outlet or USB
- 1.06 ounces, 2.2 x 2.2 x 0.7 inches
- 2 year manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A pocket-sized travel router that creates a private hotspot from a hotel or café connection. It runs on a single band at N300 speed, so it suits a handful of devices only.
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ASIN: B00TQEX8BOModel: TL-WR802NCategory: Network Routers
Overview
Not a household router in size or capacity, this TP-Link is a nano unit that turns a wired or wireless connection into a private Wi-Fi hotspot. It switches between bridge, extender, access point and client roles, and takes power from an outlet or USB.
Portability is the reason to buy: it travels in a pocket and works with devices such as Chromecast. The limit is capacity, since one band and one slow port suit a few phones and a laptop, not a family of streamers.
Who it's for
Frequent travelers, small apartments, and anyone sharing one internet connection among a few devices will use the role switching. The listing also suggests a two-bedroom house as coverage, which is a modest area. A full home network needs a larger unit.
Pros and cons
- Four selectable operating modes
- Powered from outlet or USB
- Works with Chromecast per description
- App control listed
- Single band only
- Fast Ethernet port only
- Light on coverage area
- Resource CD listed, not needed by many
Performance notes
A single band with one antenna pair limits both throughput and range, so speed drops with walls and distance. Client and bridge modes let it join an existing network and rebroadcast it, while access point mode turns a wired connection into Wi-Fi. Load rises quickly with more devices.
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | TL-WR802N |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.06 ounces |
| LAN Port Bandwidth | 10/100 Mbps |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.2 x 2.2 x 0.7 inches |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| RAM Memory Installed | 32 MBlower than 100% of 29 network routers |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Data Transfer Rate | 300 Mbpslower than 85% of 72 network routers |
| WiFi Generation | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Wireless Compability | 802.11n |
| Frequency Band Class | Single-band |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHzlower than 69% of 30 network routers |
| Security Protocol | WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK |
| Number of Ports | 1 x 10/100 Mbps WAN/LAN, 1 Micro USB |
| Control Type | App |
| Number of Antennas | 2 |
| Modes | Router, bridge, range extender, access point, client |
| Coverage | 2 bedroom houses |
Closest rivals on specs
Linksys WRT54GL Open Source Wireless-G Router- Data Transfer Rate 300 vs 54 Mbps (+456%)
GL.iNet Mango GL-MT300N-V2 Mini Travel VPN Router- RAM Memory Installed 32 vs 128 MB (-75%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the TP-Link TL-WR802N?
The built-in media field lists a power adapter, a quick installation guide, a resource CD, an RJ45 Ethernet cable, a USB cable and the TL-WR802N router.
Can the TP-Link TL-WR802N replace my home router?
The listing positions it as a pocket travel router that creates a private hotspot, with one 10/100 Mbps port and single-band N300. It does not describe a full home router role.
How is the TL-WR802N powered?
By a wall outlet or by USB, according to the description.
Does the TP-Link TL-WR802N work with Chromecast?
The description says it works with 2.4GHz devices, including Chromecast.