Interfaces: 8x GbE Ethernet ports + management port
Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Compact 1U form factor suitable for datacenter deployments; Robust VPN capabilities with strong throughput performance; Excellent value for mid-tier enterprise security; Runs pfSense or OPNsense for flexibility
✘ Cons:Throughput plateaus below 3 Gbps, insufficient for high-demand core network roles; Limited redundancy options compared to modular enterprise firewalls; May require additional hardware for advanced threat prevention at scale
✔ Pros:All-in-one network appliance with built-in UniFi OS, video storage, and robust security; Excellent value for SMBs combining routing, switching, and threat protection; Includes 1TB HDD for UniFi Protect video surveillance; Silent fanless design or passive cooling; Seamless integration with UniFi ecosystem; Low power consumption (~35W)
✘ Cons:Limited to 2.5G WAN uplink (not enterprise-grade 10G); Overkill for very small networks (branch offices with <50 users); Less granular control than dedicated enterprise firewalls (Cisco ASA, Fortinet FortiGate); Storage not user-upgradeable; Noise from HDD if used heavily for video recording; Requires UniFi Cloud account for optimal features