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Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 16 PoE
Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 16 PoE
★ 4.1 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Switching Capacity: 360 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 268 Mpps
  • Ports: 16x Gigabit Ethernet PoE + 2x 10G SFP+ uplink
  • PoE Budget: 240W total
  • Layer: L3 (Managed/Routing)
  • Stacking Support: Yes, stackable via stacking ports
  • Max Power Consumption: 400W
  • Dimensions: 17.3 x 8.9 x 1.7 inches
  • Management: UniFi Controller / Web UI

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: 240W PoE budget for high device density; Dual 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-bandwidth core connectivity; Layer 3 routing capabilities for VLAN and inter-subnet management; Centralized UniFi controller integration with intuitive dashboard; Stackable design for scalable network growth; Fanless or near-silent operation; Enterprise-grade build quality in compact form factor
  • ✘ Cons: Requires UniFi Controller for advanced management features (standalone mode is limited); Higher initial cost compared to unmanaged switches; Limited to 10G uplinks rather than 40G or higher bandwidth options; Learning curve for users unfamiliar with UniFi ecosystem; No console port for legacy terminal-based management; PoE budget may be insufficient for very high-density deployments with power-hungry APs
  • Est. Price: $899 - $1,399

Compare Against

Cisco Catalyst 9200
Cisco Catalyst 9200
★ 3.3 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Device Type: Modular Managed Switch
  • Switching Capacity: 60 Tbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 26.8 Bpps
  • Ports (48-port model): 48x 10G RJ45 + 4x 40G QSFP+
  • Ports (24-port model): 24x 10G RJ45 + 4x 40G QSFP+
  • PoE Budget: 1440W (48-port) / 720W (24-port)
  • Layer: L3 (Full Routing)
  • Stacking Support: Yes (up to 9 units via StackWise-480)
  • VLAN Support: 4094 VLANs
  • ACL Entries: 8192 IPv4 entries
  • Max MAC Address Table: 64000 entries
  • Throughput: 26.8 Terabits/sec
  • Memory: 8GB DRAM (typical configuration)
  • Power Consumption: 1300W (48-port model)

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: Modular architecture with hot-swappable line cards; Exceptional forwarding performance suitable for high-density data centers; Native support for 10/40/100G uplink ports; Advanced security features (MACsec, 802.1X, VLAN segmentation); Comprehensive software stack (IOS XE) with extensive automation APIs; Strong PoE capabilities for powering enterprise access points and IP phones
  • ✘ Cons: High initial capital expenditure with enterprise pricing; Steep learning curve for advanced feature configuration; Significant power and cooling requirements in deployment; Requires ongoing software licensing for advanced features; Not ideal for small branch offices or budget-constrained deployments; Complexity may be overkill for flat network topologies
  • Est. Price: $8,000 - $45,000

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