Summary

For most homes and small businesses around 3000 square feet, go with the recently released Cloud Gateway Max (UCG-Max), Lite 8 (or 16) PoE network switch (USW-Lite-8-POE), and a Unifi U6+ WiFi Access Point (U6+). Customize with additional wireless access points as needed. You’re even ready to add on a Unifi Doorbell and a few Unifi Security Cameras.

Breakdown

• UniFi networks consists of 4 basic components: network controller, gateway, wireless access points, and network switches.
• All-In-One devices like the Dream Router (UDR), Dream Wall (UDW), Cloud Gateway Ultra (UCG-Ultra), and Cloud Gateway Max (UCG-Max) combine all UniFi components into a single piece of hardware
• You can remotely access, monitor, and manage any of the above devices.
• The Cloud Gateway Max is priced at $279 with 512GB storage (useful for a few security cameras and a couple video doorbells).
• The Cloud Gateways even offer Dual WAN capability for offices with 2 internet connection that need the ability to failover in case of an ISP outage.

Recommendations For Homes and Small Businesses

• At this point in time, WiFi 6 access points are recommended over WiFi 7 for most home users.
• U6+ wireless access points offers better performance than U6 Lite.
• U6-Mesh is recommended for outdoor WiFi
• If you need a larger security camera deployment, go with the UniFi NVR (UNVR)