Large / Multi-Application
Dream Machine Pro Max
10G rack gateway for larger UniFi deployments with high client capacity, 5 Gbps IPS routing and redundant NVR storage.
10G5 Gbps IPS2,000+ clientsRedundant NVR
UniFi Customer Guide
Compare UniFi Gateways & Network Hardware
Build the network foundation behind UniFi WiFi, Protect cameras and Access. This guide shows common gateway and switching tiers so customers can understand when a compact gateway is enough and when a rack-mounted or enterprise design makes more sense.
Popular Models
Compare the UniFi options customers ask about most
We keep the choices simple first, then design the cabling, power, network and configuration around the property.
Compact 10G Gateway
Cloud Gateway Fiber
Desktop 10G gateway with integrated 2.5 GbE switching, selectable NVR storage and full UniFi application support.
10G5 Gbps IPS4× 2.5 GbEOptional storage
High-Power Switching
Pro Max 24 PoE
24-port Layer 3 Etherlighting switch for WiFi, cameras, access and higher-power PoE devices.
24 portsLayer 3PoE++10G uplinks
Enterprise / Fiber Core
Enterprise Switching
High-capacity UniFi switching for campuses, aggregation and networks that need 25G/100G uplinks.
25G/100GLayer 3High availabilityEnterprise
Quick Comparison
Key specifications
Manufacturer specifications summarized for quick customer comparison. Final model selection depends on the complete system design.
| Model / Family | Role | Routing / Speed | PoE | Scale | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dream Machine Pro Max | Rack Cloud Gateway | 5 Gbps IPS / 10G | External switch | 200+ UniFi devices / 2,000+ clients | Larger full-stack sites |
| Cloud Gateway Fiber | Compact Cloud Gateway | 5 Gbps / 10G | Integrated 4-port 2.5G switch | Compact | Small/medium high-speed sites |
| Pro Max 24 PoE | Layer 3 switch | 2.5G + 10G uplinks | PoE++ | 24 ports | WiFi 7 / cameras / access |
| Enterprise Campus | Core / access switching | 10G / 25G / 100G families | PoE+++ options | Enterprise | Campus / high availability |
Gateway and switch selection should be based on internet speed, number of clients, PoE budget, camera count, VLANs, storage requirements and future growth—not only port count.
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