Stacking support: No (Managed via UniFi Network Application)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Includes multi-gigabit 2.5G support for high-speed APs; PoE++ (60W) capability; Etherlighting for visual port status; silent fanless operation.
✘ Cons:Large external power brick; limited to only 4 multi-gig ports; rack-mount kit sold separately.
Est. Price:
$389 - $410
Compare Against
Cisco Catalyst 9500
★ 3.2 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: Up to 12.8 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: Up to 8 Bpps
Ports: 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G, and 400G options
PoE Budget: 0W (N/A for Core Switches)
Layer: Layer 2, Layer 3 (Full Routing)
Stacking support: StackWise Virtual (Up to 2 switches)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Industry-leading performance and scale; advanced security with MACsec-256 and ETA; supports SD-Access and Cisco DNA automation; high availability with StackWise Virtual; future-proof 400G options.
✘ Cons:High initial capital expenditure; mandatory Cisco DNA subscription licensing; requires high level of technical expertise for advanced features; overkill for access layer or small business needs.