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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

Ubiquiti USW Pro Max 48 PoE
Ubiquiti USW Pro Max 48 PoE
★ 3.6 Value Score

Technical Specifications

  • Switching Capacity: 432 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 64.3 Mpps
  • Ports (48u00d7 1GbE PoE+): 48u00d7 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet with PoE+
  • Uplink Ports (4u00d7 10GbE SFP+): 4u00d7 10G SFP+ fiber uplink slots
  • PoE Budget: 1,440W total (30W per port max)
  • Layer Support: L3 (Managed, with routing)
  • Stacking Support: Yes, up to 10 units
  • Power Consumption: ~500W (operational)
  • Dimensions: 1U rackmount
  • Management: Web UI, SSH, SNMP, RESTful API

Curation Review

  • ✔ Pros: Massive PoE budget (1,440W) powers 48 PoE+ devices simultaneously; Hybrid port design with 10GbE SFP+ uplinks for high-speed trunk connectivity; Layer 3 routing and advanced VLAN/QoS for enterprise network segmentation; Stacking support (up to 10 units) simplifies multi-switch management; Quiet, efficient active cooling with thermal monitoring; Excellent for SMB/enterprise deployments with extensive PoE requirements (cameras, APs, phones, IoT)
  • ✘ Cons: 10GbE uplinks are limiting for modern scale-out scenarios (lacks 25GbE/40GbE future-proofing); Premium pricing ($2,500–$3,500) significantly higher than basic managed switches; Over-provisioned for small networks with minimal PoE footprint; Complex configuration options and frequent firmware updates require skilled administration; Fixed port configuration—no modular expansion; Cooling fan may be audible in quiet office environments
  • Est. Price: $2,500 - $3,500

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