Max Clients: 250+ (official Ubiquiti tech specs; some retailers list 300+)
PoE Requirement: PoE powered, 44-57V DC input, 13W max consumption; 802.3af/at not specified by Ubiquiti; no PoE injector in the spec listing
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Wi-Fi 6 with 4x4 MU-MIMO on 5 GHz for good multi-client performance; Aggregate throughput up to 5.3 Gbps across both bands; Low 13W power draw compared with higher-end APs; Works with UniFi Network controller for centralized management; Ceiling or wall mounting with included Pro Mount; Compact, low-profile design (about 197 mm diameter, 35 mm height)
✘ Cons:Only a single 1 GbE uplink, which can bottleneck the 5 GHz radio on fast networks; No 2.5 GbE or multi-gig port; PoE standard not clearly specified, so verify your switch or injector supplies enough power; PoE injector is not included with the US model, which adds cost; Client capacity is lower on the official spec (250+) than some retailer marketing claims (300+); Requires a UniFi controller for full feature use
Est. Price:
$159 - $185
Compare Against
Aruba (HPE) Instant On AP45
★ 3.5 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Wi-Fi Standard: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
Spatial Streams (MIMO): 2u00d72 MIMO (2.4 GHz), 2u00d72 MIMO (5 GHz)
Coverage Area: ~2,500 sq ft (typical enterprise deployment)
Data Rate: Up to 1.2 Gbps
Transmit Power: 20 dBm (100 mW)
Channels: 13 (2.4 GHz), 25 (5 GHz UNII-1/2/3/4)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for high throughput and low latency; Managed cloud platform with Instant On dashboard for easy configuration and monitoring; Strong enterprise security features (WPA3, client isolation, intrusion detection); Excellent for SMB/mid-market with lower total cost of ownership; Compact design fits in small spaces; PoE powered simplifies installation; Good performance in dense client environments (128 max clients)
✘ Cons:Aggregate throughput (1.2 Gbps) is entry-level compared to higher-end Wi-Fi 6 APs (some competitors offer 3+ Gbps); Requires cloud connectivity for full management features; Smaller coverage area (~2,500 sq ft) compared to enterprise-grade APs; Single Gigabit uplink can be bottleneck in bandwidth-heavy deployments; Limited advanced features compared to flagship Aruba models; Cooling fan may be audible in quiet environments; 2×2 MIMO is less capable than 4×4 found in premium models