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
Juniper Networks QFX5220-32CD
★ 3.2 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 25.6 Tbps
Forwarding Rate: 8 Bpps
Ports: 32 x 400GbE (QSFP56-DD)
PoE Budget: N/A
Layer: L3
Stacking support: No (Uses EVPN-VXLAN for fabric scaling)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Industry-leading 400GbE density and 25.6 Tbps throughput; Junos OS Evolved offers a modern, Linux-based modular architecture; Comprehensive automation support via Python, Ansible, and Terraform; Reliable configuration management with commit/rollback features.
✘ Cons:Extremely high entry cost unsuitable for smaller enterprises; Steep learning curve for engineers unfamiliar with Junos CLI; Lacks traditional Virtual Chassis (stacking) support; Significant power and cooling requirements due to high port density.