You have to sign in at the EA, Jeff, before you can see it. I said not necessarily sustained. But design-wise, you cant look at the UDR without thinking of the UDM. I am now aiming for the UDR, because UI wifi stability network I admin at work, but I am still hung up and love ASUS(Merlin)(I like OpenVPN). It also cant be blocked. You can try Synology, Thomas. What is your recommendation? Thanks for the preview post. Sign up for DKT newsletter! It can do a lot, Aaron, similar to the Synology but different. In my trial, that only affected its Wi-Fi 6 performance more below. Is there any WiFi extenders available that could extend WiFi range but still use the isps WiFi router/gw? No Wi-Fi 6, not mountable. i have a 7000 sq ft home. In return, it has eight times more built-in flash storage space than its older cousin. That fact doesnt change what the router supports. But if the UDR and Flex Wifi 6 actually perform better without bogging down when higher bandwidth is needed, i would rather hold out instead of buying twice. Youre not contradicting as it seems you didnt really read the comment. Those that have failed during our extended test have been removed, like this one. I was thinking the same at 79 you would almost buy one and have it ready sitting there just incase. I signed up for a notification (in mid-December) if it does, but nothing yet. To be fair, almost all other business solutions have this kind of cloud-based remote access. For this reason, Id say Ubiquiti overdid in naming the UDM. Keep in mind, it is nearly a seven-year old router. One of the specs youd like. The UniFi family represented by the Dream Machine (UDM), UDM-Pro, UDM-SE, or the Dream Router (UDR) aims at business/pro users. I need it for the courier company which can redirect parcel from US to NZ. Also, if you know what is the frequency of UDR sales? Ive had a few suggestions of the Ubiquiti to replace my Airport Extreme just when I was kind of leaning in the direction of the Asus that youve had a lot of praise for. In many ways, the native support for Multi-Gig wired connections is actually more important than Wi-Fi, which can be added via an access point. The new UniFi Dream Router has everything the UniFi Dream Machine has and much more. Short for Layer 2 Tunnel Protocol is the second most popular VPN protocol its also a built-in application in most modern operating systems and an interesting one. Log in!Need help in allowing ads? The device is a combo of 44 Wi-Fi 5 (80MHz) and 22 (160MHz) broadcasters in a single hardware unit. Im in love with Asus routers for several reasonshopefully not flawed logic. The new UniFi Dream Router is a Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router. When i follow the link I get a message stating that it is only available to early access users, but I did sign up for this. Ubiquiti doesnt need to charge much, they make money off usage data from people (and who knows what else too). Agreed. I'll dig into it and report back here. I am on the fence regarding this device. If you really want 1Gbps, Id recommend getting a Multi-Gig router. But all of them should last. Subscribe! Want more? Its one of the best, if not the best, Wi-Fi routers for most homes. My RT-AC88U I was disappointed with I had it for about 3years and had crazy flaky issues with WAN DHCP renewal(ISP renews every 2hours ugh), flaky issues where I would have to reboot almost weekly, then I started having 2.4ghz radio issues which brought me to decommissioning it . It's generally faster to get answers via site/page search -- your question/comment is one of many that Dong Knows Tech receives daily. At the core, both the UDM and the UDR are UniFi controllers designed to be the root device that powers an UniFi ecosystem of different hardware segments and feature sets called applications.. You might not have everything youd like from it, but you sure will get more compared to any other home Wi-FI router of the same price point. Seems like we have ppl who do nothing but try to make our lives worse. Still hesitant to go back to ASUS due to the 2.4 radio failure.. And the UDR further solidifies that approach.
But this default app alone is already extremely comprehensive. In fact, the amount of customizability can be overwhelming. For $79, it sounds like its going to be a steal especially if v2 is going to replace UDM. Most importantly, I used the UDR as our main router for weeks and had no issue with reliability. I have to correct myself, Michael. One note for your readers who are outside the US (Im in Canada) Fantastic review of UDR This portion of extra content is part of the VPN explainer post.
. Thats the deal. As it turned out, like the UDM, the UDR indeed has an internal fan and it was my fault to overlook this the first time around. Been patiently waiting for stock update As for this one, I cant say more than what I already said, which was already pushing the envelope in terms of the confidential agreement. Likewise if you have any comparable-to models that rival the Asus but are generally easier to navigate internally, id be super-interested in trying other options out too. I only created an account with them a few minutes ago, so could this be the issue? The design is so similar. The router performed the same with legacy devices (Wi-Fi 5 and older). Was waiting for 6e or 7 on Synology to upgrade and to replace several other routers My personal experience with Ubiquiti is that its finicky and can be unstable at times. Just like in any store. I think theyve had 2 wifi 6 APs out. Expected Tuesday. And the compact and eye-catching design doesnt hurt. The point is L2PT/IPsec is great when it works. This fear is slightly exacerbated by opinions on reddit, but I appreciate a lot of users are viewing this device from a business networking perspective. In return, OpenVPN requires extra client software on the client-side, making it a bit less practical. Well see. Chances are the UDR wont cut it. By the way, this is not a review of the UDR. And it wont make sense for me to use the router for myself, considering my 10Gbps Fiber-optic broadband. Wonder if you can do a mesh with 2 or more. Do you have any updates on this? Wanna go ad-free? It seemed highly peculiar that a router would produce some processing noise (or whatever it was). They will give you some perspective and help you find out what you should do in testing (or not testing. On the 2.4GHz band, it shares the same 44 Wi-Fi 4 specs as the UDM. Tough call for me now! Already a member? The router has always been completely silent, though, even during hot days. If you put Windows on your Mac, chances are youll see the noise go away. I hope Ubiquiti hears me loud and clear and makes some higher-end, more expensive, version down the line. .
One thing I didnt put in my post is reliability The reason I was wanting to go with UI products is we have had ZERO issue with our UI APs at work in like 6 years of use I understand that the UDM UDR are all in ones so heat is probably more of an issue with durability of the radios Out of the list would you think would last 5 years?
So, its fair to say the Dream Router is late to the Wi-Fi 6 game. Thats not entirely correct. You might read somewhere that the UDR is a 44 160MHz Wi-Fi 6 router. I cant say much since its not finalized yet. As the name suggests, OpenVPN is a flexible VPN protocol that uses open-source technologies, including OpenSSL and SSL. I cant say more about the UDR than I have already published. I have UDM currently and ordered the UDR. Its the same as the size of the UDM. perhaps you can have a checker that also automates login haha! The router has been restocked and out of stock a few times since I last updated the post, C. You have to keep checking. With the Dream Router, i saw no mentions on their site IF it had the same security features as the the UDM or the UDM Pro. Just curious has this router come back in stock at all recently? Yes, it is, Franck. i do not need this, but for $80, I logged in and was ready to purchase. For example, in the Network department, the new router can support up to 15 access points while the UDM can handle up to 40. I was waiting for it to be in stock and signed up for email alert (of course didnt get notification of in stock..). Generally, home users should go with AmpliFi instead of UniFi. I dont want to setup UDR from scratch. So I cant run Protect cameras AND Talk phones . Hello DN, I speak from experience the Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router is another example of how we cant have everything. Thank You, Get one of these, David. Therefore, this protocol is rigid in port use and can be blocked by a third party. Also, the UDR is not final yet so its hard to confirm anything. https://store.ui.com/products/unifi-ap-6-lite?variant=32278092382297, https://store.ui.com/products/unifi-6-long-range-access-point. There was never any disconnection, even with the beta firmware, and the router, with the production firmware, passed our 3-day stress test with flying colors. So when I say I wish the UDR had a couple of 10Gbps ports, I mean it sincerely. 2. I can almost promise that youll love it. It also has built-in Wi-Fi, which the UDM-Pro and UDM-SE dont. For a Gigabit mid-tier Wi-Fi 6 router, the Ubiquiti UDR UniFi Dream Router is as good as it gets. Question; However, its also the least secure. On the other hand its processor appears underpowered which I fear could cause issues when pushed to the upper threshold of normal use. No way that $79 price sticks. After that, just like the UDM, the UDR has everything you can think of in terms of network, Wi-Fi, and mesh configurations. Did anyone who managed to get this at $79 actually get one? Though the new cost makes it no longer a phenomenal deal, the UDR proved in my hands-on experience to still be the genuine dream router for many. I use 3 different ones and I have had shipments from them cancelled multiple times. No luck here. MESH support is standard now. I use intrusion detection with symmetrical 1gig service with no performance impact. I am usually a diehard ASUS fan. I am asking because I wanted to use a UDM and a FlexHD for a family member. On the other than, it sure is better than nothing and good enough for most home users. Mike in Mich. Hello, thank you for this excellent article. If youre somewhat happy with the AC1750, the GX90 will be a big improvement for your Wi-Fi 5 or 6 clients. As a mid-tier router that has no Multi-Gig port, the UDR delivered! I'd guess that we'll see it back in stock at a normal price shortly (based on the UDM and UDM Pro cost, it has to be $379 or $479, right?). But if you want to be serious about VPN, this protocol is the way to go. As for your other question, I cant confirm or deny it. I jumped the gun, but couldnt edit the post after submitting. Thats correct, David. I don't think mine has Wi-Fi 6. Thanks Dong, I get the sense though, that the ubiquiti could have a friendlier interface but still be as robust and powerful as the Asus just in terms of actual distance and connection speeds. No and no, Mark. https://dongknows.com/tag/asus/. I replaced it with a black Friday deal I got on the cheap for a Netgear MR60 mesh system(YAK) which I know is lower end, but firmware updates seem to cause issues almost every month.. Third, i am concerned with how this device overall performance is. I am also curious about its throughput with all the security settings enabled. This router will only hit 700-800 Mbps PEAK, which most every home router AT THIS PRICE POINT ($199) will do. I knows its EA so perhaps something that will be worked out in future software updates? I got mine. My xt8 is extremely spotty-drops Wi-Fi frequently. Dongs note: I first published this post onOctober 14, 2021, as a preview when the UDR was available as an Early Access device and updated it to a full review on April 29, 2022, after a week-long hands-on experience using the production firmware. Let me put a vote in for Synology as well. In other words, you cant use multiple UDR units together to form a Wi-Fi system. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Currently, there are four applications, including: Each of these applications is a world in itself, with various in-depth settings and different numbers of supported hardware units a particular controller can handle. What are your general thoughts on the devices processing power? Heres Ubiquitis privacy policy. We appreciate you letting us know what you can at this point.
Most EVERY consumer GigE router will hit a max throughput of GigE speeds minus overhead (@900+ and not necessarily sustained) without IDPS features enabled. Its also the only one the old UDM has. But its not as open as Asuss. Ive been trying to get the UDR myself. 2. And Wi-Fi 7 is also around the corner. Ill try that out, V. Or maybe you can tell us first. Hi new to the realm here and appreciate all your great info. I will be replacing a TP Link AC1750. That said, if you have sub-Gigabit broadband, the router will generally deliver. If so, that seems like an oversight. Would you recommend a product currently available that matches these specs in the meantime? That's cheaper than their base WiFi 6 AP. It is pretty good so far, but I am not really pushing it to hard. Ill update the post as I know more. Unfortunately, youd have to use separate injectors for those two. I use it for my home. . When I go to Devices / Dream Router -> Insites it only shows 11n/a/ac (On the U6-Lite it shows 11n/a/ac/ax) and HE goes to 80, Only seeing Network and Protect applications. it just worked. Based on the currently known specs, the UDR provides 2x 802.3af PoE Ports. I was ready to blow my money on one. Yes, items can MESH to it. Youll find it quite different but similar to the two you mention in the idea, Artur. Every time Im tempted by teleport or other software (or hardware) products from unifi, I have to stop and remind myself that privacy is not synonymous with this company. As a result, it has a high level of customizability and is the most secure. My RT2600ac is getting long in the tooth. Ubiquiti will very very very often cancel shipments to freight forwarders. It has to, Tom, thats the only way you can access the hardware remotely, among other things. The Network application is the default and available in all UniFi controllers. I considered setting up an automated checker, but the fact that you have to log in to check stock prevents that! The biggest novelty about the UDR on the network front is the support for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). That generally is available in UniFi routers, Eddie. My take is that it should when its finalized, David. In any case, with the UDR, Ubiquiti has streamlined its UniFi family a great deal. Can this udr work as an access point ? . Have you been able to confirm this? Theres also a threat auto-detection and blocking mechanism with a world map of exactly where the threat comes from and the severity level. The weird thing is that wifi speeds are about 200Mbs slower than when I connect to the ISP router, so if I hit 750mbs from an iphone 13 pro on ISP I get max 500 or less on the asus router, I do have trendmicro activiated but even with a fresh factory default and it`s the same story, it drives me crazy, I bought recently a Wifi Pro 6 Unifi AP, slightly better performance than asus but still slower than the ISP router, its connected via a CAT7 STP and gig lan port to the ISP, by these benchmarks I dont know if I will be pleased with this router and with the flexibility that merlin gives, but you have them both, could you give some insight? This resource calculator shows which device can do what at which level. You can support the site directly via donations . To be honest, from the way you asked your questions, Id say that its tough for you to get what you want since you seem to have wrong expectations (typical case of Mac users not necessarily their fault) without understanding how things are supposed to work. They are comprehensive routers that can also function as the central controllers of various products. I have a 400mb internet connection. It should be, Artur, as long as you accept the overheads. Users can create in-depth web-filtering rules applicable for a single domain or a group of domains/applications for individuals or groups of devices. Has Ubiquiti added support for vpn clients on UDR? Cant wait to see you do a comparison test. Asus ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XP4) Review (vs XD4): A Jack-of-All-Trades Mesh System, TRENDnet TEG-S750 Review (vs TEG-S762): A Just-Right 5-Port 10Gbps Switch, Asus Wi-Fi Routers: Features, Model Names, Hardware Grades, and More, TerraMaster F2-210 Review: Good Hardware, Unrefined OS, https://dongknows.com/synology-rt2600ac-mesh-router-review/, Its World Backup Day: Give Your Data the Love It Totally Deserves, Asus RT-AX92U Review: A Cute and Effective Little Odd One Out of AiMesh, Linksys MR7500 Hydra Pro 6E Review: Too Big a Bet on 6GHz. I apologize. So the UDR is more versatile than the UDM, though not consistently better. Itll be secure enough and the firmware is great, John. After a few clicks, the mesh extender was adopted, and I got myself a mesh, which worked quite well. Youll learn a lot. I tried it with a few low-power third-party access points with great success. If you appreciate the intricacies of networking and are happy with the Gigabit grade, get a Ubiquiti UDR today! The new UDR, on the other hand, supports all other three applications, but only one at a time. I have also been checking a few times per day. I had a RT-AC66U & RT-AC88U both running Merlin.. You dont need to turn PoE off to use a PoE port with a non-PoE device. Does this router have the ability to shut off internet access on a time schedule for specific devices on the network (similar to Asus Family Protection functionality? Do you feel liek they downgraded with the proccessor or d oyou think that the UDR will preform just the same as the UDM even though they went from a quad core to a dual core? Is there any estimate as to when this may be fully released post EA? for a Wifi6 mesh AP and the AP (Again, while the UDR, like the case of the UDM, is relatively easy-to-use for advanced users, its not a device for the general home audience due to the number of advanced settings.). Looks great and for ave user its cool. Consequently, the UDR works right away for at least two PoE devices, both as the power source and, if you use an UniFi access point, the network control center. Some folks seem to have luck with EA products but I have never pulled it off (not for lack of trying). Again, dont take Apple as the standard of anything other than forcing users into using Apple products. Would you say this unit is good enough for day to day use? Luckily your article link was to live product and I snatched one up asap. This is incorrect. I decided to test it again, and when I pressed its underside against my ear, I could hear something spinning inside. I have like OpenVPN of the Asus/Merlin because I can use the same client for multiple connection I use the VPN from work mainly to get to my home network.. In fact, it might be a testament to how we save the best for last.. You wont get a notification, Jeff. .
Almost completely happy with it. As for what it does with that connection, only the company would know as (hopefully) stated in the privacy policy. Kinda disappointed. For example, you can now easily use two PoE IP phones for Talk or two PoE IP cameras for Protect.
I could be looking wrong. , Thanks for the write up. THX (More about VPN here by the way.) Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Look forward to your getting your hands on them and your review with the UDR. Not to contradict you, but Ive experienced many Gigabit home routers close to 50% that never get over 800Mbps sustained, or many are even slower. Generally, if youre so hung up with your Mac, youll have problems with Wi-Fi since Apples devices are pretty horrible they are designed to work well only with other Apple devices. But my guess #1 is a no. Kind of glad though. is underperforming becuz it is Noted, Bryan. As a house of ~20devices on 70/20mbps speeds this device seems perfect for my needs. I see that the UDR is only able to run two applications at once. What router at home you suggest for me? My priority per another post is stability and capability for live audio streaming software that my studio relies on. Thats generally the case of most Gigabit routers, Paul you need a router with a Multi-Gig WAN to get true Gigabit Internet. For a device that has MORE features but a less powerful processor, i am concerned how well it performs overall in comparison. After signing in, I now see the listing, but it is indeed out of stock. Still, Ubiquitis UniFi Dream Router is one of the most feature-rich routers any home user can find, partly because its an enterprise-grade device. What are you trying to get out of the testing, Joe?
(Dual Core 1.3Ghz vs Quad Core 1.7Ghz). After six long months, on April 26, 2022, the networking company finally, and quietly once more, made the exciting router available to the general public, now with a reasonable retail price of $199. However, when I pressed its underside against my ear, on a hot San Francisco Bay Area day, I could hear something spinning on the inside. Because it has a (spec wise) less powerful processor. My Synology WiFi 5 router and mesh have been rock solid in a rental. I used mostly this app in the testing since I didnt have the need or the hardware for the Protect, Talk, or Access. I generally got the real-world Wi-Fi 6 speeds comparable to a Gigabit connection after overhead. Sure doesn't look like it, everything I've seen in there are normal pricing schemes relative to their current products. Youll love it. The UDR is not for somebody who wants a straightforward setup; its a very advanced router. To chime in. Love one cloud management to rule all my Synology devices. Ubiquitis mesh support is always in the router (controller) + extender/access point configuration. Does it phone home too? Does this really replace the base dream machine? You have to keep checking. Do not leave a comment if you're, in any capacity, representing a company/product mentioned here! Generally, all Wi-Fi routers can work as an access point, its a matter of how to set that up. Would this be an indicator that it is out of stock? I really hope we see the Synology RT6600ax soon. Learn more! Consequently, if you currently have the UDM and want to upgrade to the UDR, theres no way to repurpose the former as a mesh satellite. First implemented in Windows 95 and has been part of the Windows operating systems and many other platforms since PPTP is well supported and the easiest to use. But what a mistake to makeI mean I spend a week rereading my store listings to make sure everything is right before releasing it. The two share lots of resemblances. The only way right now is via the EA store, M. Typo in Cons section: The UDR, sadly, has a less powerful CPU than the UDM. Haha. If the UDR will be close UDM-Pro rather than UDM it will fulfill my requirements. I use it with LT2P/IPSEC, OpenVPN, and Synology SSL VPNs. 802.3at, can i ADD another 802.3at PoE on top of or in line with the port 3 or 4 802.3af or will adding 2 inline 802.3af and at interfere w each other? Do we know when that will be? Always out of stock. I cant say much more than the post itself since the router is not yet finalized, Abhinav.
I have a Asus RTx86U with asus merlin with firmware up to date , Thanks for the quick followup on this! Second, how is the throughput when they are enabled? Hi, Ive been doing research to find a router that has a bandwidth limit feature like there is on Ubiquiti products but did not find any. Has there every been an early access product discounted so much? My wants and specs: Wifi6 would be nice, VPN, great security controls, great parental controls, WOL execution would be nice, great wifi coverage for 1200sq ft, would prefer running a single device with the option to add(mesh), for 100mbps internet, for about 35 devices.. ASUS I would like merlin compatibility. Thanks for the reply. Still, this approach makes a lot of sense, considering Ubiquiti also has a good selection of 802.3af PoE devices for different applications that the new router support. On the other hand, if you have Gig+ or faster Internet, move on right now. Not everyone managed to snatch one since the router kept running out of stock. Just curious if anyone has had any success ordering one of these from the EA program in the last 2 months? Generally, all UniFi controllers share the same basic features and settings, but their capabilities vary depending on the hardware specs. All Ubiquiti network hardware of both UniFi and AmpliFi families requires a login account and remains connected to the vendor to work, whether you choose to use the mobile app or the web user interface. The only option that I have is to do open-source firmware. And that implies privacy risks. That chagrin aside, thanks to the comprehensive UniFi OS, the UDR is a one-of-a-kind home router that will give you so much more than the money you pay for it. I ordered one today before it sold out again. Hi Dong, I appreciated your recommendation of the Asus and thus far have found it rather daunting to navigate the set-up process right out of the box Im used to ridiculously simple interfaces such as, say, the Airport Extreme Im attempting to replace.
But this default app alone is already extremely comprehensive. In fact, the amount of customizability can be overwhelming. For $79, it sounds like its going to be a steal especially if v2 is going to replace UDM. Most importantly, I used the UDR as our main router for weeks and had no issue with reliability. I have to correct myself, Michael. One note for your readers who are outside the US (Im in Canada) Fantastic review of UDR This portion of extra content is part of the VPN explainer post.
. Thats the deal. As it turned out, like the UDM, the UDR indeed has an internal fan and it was my fault to overlook this the first time around. Been patiently waiting for stock update As for this one, I cant say more than what I already said, which was already pushing the envelope in terms of the confidential agreement. Likewise if you have any comparable-to models that rival the Asus but are generally easier to navigate internally, id be super-interested in trying other options out too. I only created an account with them a few minutes ago, so could this be the issue? The design is so similar. The router performed the same with legacy devices (Wi-Fi 5 and older). Was waiting for 6e or 7 on Synology to upgrade and to replace several other routers My personal experience with Ubiquiti is that its finicky and can be unstable at times. Just like in any store. I think theyve had 2 wifi 6 APs out. Expected Tuesday. And the compact and eye-catching design doesnt hurt. The point is L2PT/IPsec is great when it works. This fear is slightly exacerbated by opinions on reddit, but I appreciate a lot of users are viewing this device from a business networking perspective. In return, OpenVPN requires extra client software on the client-side, making it a bit less practical. Well see. Chances are the UDR wont cut it. By the way, this is not a review of the UDR. And it wont make sense for me to use the router for myself, considering my 10Gbps Fiber-optic broadband. Wonder if you can do a mesh with 2 or more. Do you have any updates on this? Wanna go ad-free? It seemed highly peculiar that a router would produce some processing noise (or whatever it was). They will give you some perspective and help you find out what you should do in testing (or not testing. On the 2.4GHz band, it shares the same 44 Wi-Fi 4 specs as the UDM. Tough call for me now! Already a member? The router has always been completely silent, though, even during hot days. If you put Windows on your Mac, chances are youll see the noise go away. I hope Ubiquiti hears me loud and clear and makes some higher-end, more expensive, version down the line. .
One thing I didnt put in my post is reliability The reason I was wanting to go with UI products is we have had ZERO issue with our UI APs at work in like 6 years of use I understand that the UDM UDR are all in ones so heat is probably more of an issue with durability of the radios Out of the list would you think would last 5 years?
So, its fair to say the Dream Router is late to the Wi-Fi 6 game. Thats not entirely correct. You might read somewhere that the UDR is a 44 160MHz Wi-Fi 6 router. I cant say much since its not finalized yet. As the name suggests, OpenVPN is a flexible VPN protocol that uses open-source technologies, including OpenSSL and SSL. I cant say more about the UDR than I have already published. I have UDM currently and ordered the UDR. Its the same as the size of the UDM. perhaps you can have a checker that also automates login haha! The router has been restocked and out of stock a few times since I last updated the post, C. You have to keep checking. With the Dream Router, i saw no mentions on their site IF it had the same security features as the the UDM or the UDM Pro. Just curious has this router come back in stock at all recently? Yes, it is, Franck. i do not need this, but for $80, I logged in and was ready to purchase. For example, in the Network department, the new router can support up to 15 access points while the UDM can handle up to 40. I was waiting for it to be in stock and signed up for email alert (of course didnt get notification of in stock..). Generally, home users should go with AmpliFi instead of UniFi. I dont want to setup UDR from scratch. So I cant run Protect cameras AND Talk phones . Hello DN, I speak from experience the Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router is another example of how we cant have everything. Thank You, Get one of these, David. Therefore, this protocol is rigid in port use and can be blocked by a third party. Also, the UDR is not final yet so its hard to confirm anything. https://store.ui.com/products/unifi-ap-6-lite?variant=32278092382297, https://store.ui.com/products/unifi-6-long-range-access-point. There was never any disconnection, even with the beta firmware, and the router, with the production firmware, passed our 3-day stress test with flying colors. So when I say I wish the UDR had a couple of 10Gbps ports, I mean it sincerely. 2. I can almost promise that youll love it. It also has built-in Wi-Fi, which the UDM-Pro and UDM-SE dont. For a Gigabit mid-tier Wi-Fi 6 router, the Ubiquiti UDR UniFi Dream Router is as good as it gets. Question; However, its also the least secure. On the other hand its processor appears underpowered which I fear could cause issues when pushed to the upper threshold of normal use. No way that $79 price sticks. After that, just like the UDM, the UDR has everything you can think of in terms of network, Wi-Fi, and mesh configurations. Did anyone who managed to get this at $79 actually get one? Though the new cost makes it no longer a phenomenal deal, the UDR proved in my hands-on experience to still be the genuine dream router for many. I use 3 different ones and I have had shipments from them cancelled multiple times. No luck here. MESH support is standard now. I use intrusion detection with symmetrical 1gig service with no performance impact. I am usually a diehard ASUS fan. I am asking because I wanted to use a UDM and a FlexHD for a family member. On the other than, it sure is better than nothing and good enough for most home users. Mike in Mich. Hello, thank you for this excellent article. If youre somewhat happy with the AC1750, the GX90 will be a big improvement for your Wi-Fi 5 or 6 clients. As a mid-tier router that has no Multi-Gig port, the UDR delivered! I'd guess that we'll see it back in stock at a normal price shortly (based on the UDM and UDM Pro cost, it has to be $379 or $479, right?). But if you want to be serious about VPN, this protocol is the way to go. As for your other question, I cant confirm or deny it. I jumped the gun, but couldnt edit the post after submitting. Thats correct, David. I don't think mine has Wi-Fi 6. Thanks Dong, I get the sense though, that the ubiquiti could have a friendlier interface but still be as robust and powerful as the Asus just in terms of actual distance and connection speeds. No and no, Mark. https://dongknows.com/tag/asus/. I replaced it with a black Friday deal I got on the cheap for a Netgear MR60 mesh system(YAK) which I know is lower end, but firmware updates seem to cause issues almost every month.. Third, i am concerned with how this device overall performance is. I am also curious about its throughput with all the security settings enabled. This router will only hit 700-800 Mbps PEAK, which most every home router AT THIS PRICE POINT ($199) will do. I knows its EA so perhaps something that will be worked out in future software updates? I got mine. My xt8 is extremely spotty-drops Wi-Fi frequently. Dongs note: I first published this post onOctober 14, 2021, as a preview when the UDR was available as an Early Access device and updated it to a full review on April 29, 2022, after a week-long hands-on experience using the production firmware. Let me put a vote in for Synology as well. In other words, you cant use multiple UDR units together to form a Wi-Fi system. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Currently, there are four applications, including: Each of these applications is a world in itself, with various in-depth settings and different numbers of supported hardware units a particular controller can handle. What are your general thoughts on the devices processing power? Heres Ubiquitis privacy policy. We appreciate you letting us know what you can at this point.
Most EVERY consumer GigE router will hit a max throughput of GigE speeds minus overhead (@900+ and not necessarily sustained) without IDPS features enabled. Its also the only one the old UDM has. But its not as open as Asuss. Ive been trying to get the UDR myself. 2. And Wi-Fi 7 is also around the corner. Ill try that out, V. Or maybe you can tell us first. Hi new to the realm here and appreciate all your great info. I will be replacing a TP Link AC1750. That said, if you have sub-Gigabit broadband, the router will generally deliver. If so, that seems like an oversight. Would you recommend a product currently available that matches these specs in the meantime? That's cheaper than their base WiFi 6 AP. It is pretty good so far, but I am not really pushing it to hard. Ill update the post as I know more. Unfortunately, youd have to use separate injectors for those two. I use it for my home. . When I go to Devices / Dream Router -> Insites it only shows 11n/a/ac (On the U6-Lite it shows 11n/a/ac/ax) and HE goes to 80, Only seeing Network and Protect applications. it just worked. Based on the currently known specs, the UDR provides 2x 802.3af PoE Ports. I was ready to blow my money on one. Yes, items can MESH to it. Youll find it quite different but similar to the two you mention in the idea, Artur. Every time Im tempted by teleport or other software (or hardware) products from unifi, I have to stop and remind myself that privacy is not synonymous with this company. As a result, it has a high level of customizability and is the most secure. My RT2600ac is getting long in the tooth. Ubiquiti will very very very often cancel shipments to freight forwarders. It has to, Tom, thats the only way you can access the hardware remotely, among other things. The Network application is the default and available in all UniFi controllers. I considered setting up an automated checker, but the fact that you have to log in to check stock prevents that! The biggest novelty about the UDR on the network front is the support for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE). That generally is available in UniFi routers, Eddie. My take is that it should when its finalized, David. In any case, with the UDR, Ubiquiti has streamlined its UniFi family a great deal. Can this udr work as an access point ? . Have you been able to confirm this? Theres also a threat auto-detection and blocking mechanism with a world map of exactly where the threat comes from and the severity level. The weird thing is that wifi speeds are about 200Mbs slower than when I connect to the ISP router, so if I hit 750mbs from an iphone 13 pro on ISP I get max 500 or less on the asus router, I do have trendmicro activiated but even with a fresh factory default and it`s the same story, it drives me crazy, I bought recently a Wifi Pro 6 Unifi AP, slightly better performance than asus but still slower than the ISP router, its connected via a CAT7 STP and gig lan port to the ISP, by these benchmarks I dont know if I will be pleased with this router and with the flexibility that merlin gives, but you have them both, could you give some insight? This resource calculator shows which device can do what at which level. You can support the site directly via donations . To be honest, from the way you asked your questions, Id say that its tough for you to get what you want since you seem to have wrong expectations (typical case of Mac users not necessarily their fault) without understanding how things are supposed to work. They are comprehensive routers that can also function as the central controllers of various products. I have a 400mb internet connection. It should be, Artur, as long as you accept the overheads. Users can create in-depth web-filtering rules applicable for a single domain or a group of domains/applications for individuals or groups of devices. Has Ubiquiti added support for vpn clients on UDR? Cant wait to see you do a comparison test. Asus ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XP4) Review (vs XD4): A Jack-of-All-Trades Mesh System, TRENDnet TEG-S750 Review (vs TEG-S762): A Just-Right 5-Port 10Gbps Switch, Asus Wi-Fi Routers: Features, Model Names, Hardware Grades, and More, TerraMaster F2-210 Review: Good Hardware, Unrefined OS, https://dongknows.com/synology-rt2600ac-mesh-router-review/, Its World Backup Day: Give Your Data the Love It Totally Deserves, Asus RT-AX92U Review: A Cute and Effective Little Odd One Out of AiMesh, Linksys MR7500 Hydra Pro 6E Review: Too Big a Bet on 6GHz. I apologize. So the UDR is more versatile than the UDM, though not consistently better. Itll be secure enough and the firmware is great, John. After a few clicks, the mesh extender was adopted, and I got myself a mesh, which worked quite well. Youll learn a lot. I tried it with a few low-power third-party access points with great success. If you appreciate the intricacies of networking and are happy with the Gigabit grade, get a Ubiquiti UDR today! The new UDR, on the other hand, supports all other three applications, but only one at a time. I have also been checking a few times per day. I had a RT-AC66U & RT-AC88U both running Merlin.. You dont need to turn PoE off to use a PoE port with a non-PoE device. Does this router have the ability to shut off internet access on a time schedule for specific devices on the network (similar to Asus Family Protection functionality? Do you feel liek they downgraded with the proccessor or d oyou think that the UDR will preform just the same as the UDM even though they went from a quad core to a dual core? Is there any estimate as to when this may be fully released post EA? for a Wifi6 mesh AP and the AP (Again, while the UDR, like the case of the UDM, is relatively easy-to-use for advanced users, its not a device for the general home audience due to the number of advanced settings.). Looks great and for ave user its cool. Consequently, the UDR works right away for at least two PoE devices, both as the power source and, if you use an UniFi access point, the network control center. Some folks seem to have luck with EA products but I have never pulled it off (not for lack of trying). Again, dont take Apple as the standard of anything other than forcing users into using Apple products. Would you say this unit is good enough for day to day use? Luckily your article link was to live product and I snatched one up asap. This is incorrect. I decided to test it again, and when I pressed its underside against my ear, I could hear something spinning inside. I have like OpenVPN of the Asus/Merlin because I can use the same client for multiple connection I use the VPN from work mainly to get to my home network.. In fact, it might be a testament to how we save the best for last.. You wont get a notification, Jeff. .
Almost completely happy with it. As for what it does with that connection, only the company would know as (hopefully) stated in the privacy policy. Kinda disappointed. For example, you can now easily use two PoE IP phones for Talk or two PoE IP cameras for Protect.
I could be looking wrong. , Thanks for the write up. THX (More about VPN here by the way.) Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Look forward to your getting your hands on them and your review with the UDR. Not to contradict you, but Ive experienced many Gigabit home routers close to 50% that never get over 800Mbps sustained, or many are even slower. Generally, if youre so hung up with your Mac, youll have problems with Wi-Fi since Apples devices are pretty horrible they are designed to work well only with other Apple devices. But my guess #1 is a no. Kind of glad though. is underperforming becuz it is Noted, Bryan. As a house of ~20devices on 70/20mbps speeds this device seems perfect for my needs. I see that the UDR is only able to run two applications at once. What router at home you suggest for me? My priority per another post is stability and capability for live audio streaming software that my studio relies on. Thats generally the case of most Gigabit routers, Paul you need a router with a Multi-Gig WAN to get true Gigabit Internet. For a device that has MORE features but a less powerful processor, i am concerned how well it performs overall in comparison. After signing in, I now see the listing, but it is indeed out of stock. Still, Ubiquitis UniFi Dream Router is one of the most feature-rich routers any home user can find, partly because its an enterprise-grade device. What are you trying to get out of the testing, Joe? (Dual Core 1.3Ghz vs Quad Core 1.7Ghz). After six long months, on April 26, 2022, the networking company finally, and quietly once more, made the exciting router available to the general public, now with a reasonable retail price of $199. However, when I pressed its underside against my ear, on a hot San Francisco Bay Area day, I could hear something spinning on the inside. Because it has a (spec wise) less powerful processor. My Synology WiFi 5 router and mesh have been rock solid in a rental. I used mostly this app in the testing since I didnt have the need or the hardware for the Protect, Talk, or Access. I generally got the real-world Wi-Fi 6 speeds comparable to a Gigabit connection after overhead. Sure doesn't look like it, everything I've seen in there are normal pricing schemes relative to their current products. Youll love it. The UDR is not for somebody who wants a straightforward setup; its a very advanced router. To chime in. Love one cloud management to rule all my Synology devices. Ubiquitis mesh support is always in the router (controller) + extender/access point configuration. Does it phone home too? Does this really replace the base dream machine? You have to keep checking. Do not leave a comment if you're, in any capacity, representing a company/product mentioned here! Generally, all Wi-Fi routers can work as an access point, its a matter of how to set that up. Would this be an indicator that it is out of stock? I really hope we see the Synology RT6600ax soon. Learn more! Consequently, if you currently have the UDM and want to upgrade to the UDR, theres no way to repurpose the former as a mesh satellite. First implemented in Windows 95 and has been part of the Windows operating systems and many other platforms since PPTP is well supported and the easiest to use. But what a mistake to makeI mean I spend a week rereading my store listings to make sure everything is right before releasing it. The two share lots of resemblances. The only way right now is via the EA store, M. Typo in Cons section: The UDR, sadly, has a less powerful CPU than the UDM. Haha. If the UDR will be close UDM-Pro rather than UDM it will fulfill my requirements. I use it with LT2P/IPSEC, OpenVPN, and Synology SSL VPNs. 802.3at, can i ADD another 802.3at PoE on top of or in line with the port 3 or 4 802.3af or will adding 2 inline 802.3af and at interfere w each other? Do we know when that will be? Always out of stock. I cant say much more than the post itself since the router is not yet finalized, Abhinav.
I have a Asus RTx86U with asus merlin with firmware up to date , Thanks for the quick followup on this! Second, how is the throughput when they are enabled? Hi, Ive been doing research to find a router that has a bandwidth limit feature like there is on Ubiquiti products but did not find any. Has there every been an early access product discounted so much? My wants and specs: Wifi6 would be nice, VPN, great security controls, great parental controls, WOL execution would be nice, great wifi coverage for 1200sq ft, would prefer running a single device with the option to add(mesh), for 100mbps internet, for about 35 devices.. ASUS I would like merlin compatibility. Thanks for the reply. Still, this approach makes a lot of sense, considering Ubiquiti also has a good selection of 802.3af PoE devices for different applications that the new router support. On the other hand, if you have Gig+ or faster Internet, move on right now. Not everyone managed to snatch one since the router kept running out of stock. Just curious if anyone has had any success ordering one of these from the EA program in the last 2 months? Generally, all UniFi controllers share the same basic features and settings, but their capabilities vary depending on the hardware specs. All Ubiquiti network hardware of both UniFi and AmpliFi families requires a login account and remains connected to the vendor to work, whether you choose to use the mobile app or the web user interface. The only option that I have is to do open-source firmware. And that implies privacy risks. That chagrin aside, thanks to the comprehensive UniFi OS, the UDR is a one-of-a-kind home router that will give you so much more than the money you pay for it. I ordered one today before it sold out again. Hi Dong, I appreciated your recommendation of the Asus and thus far have found it rather daunting to navigate the set-up process right out of the box Im used to ridiculously simple interfaces such as, say, the Airport Extreme Im attempting to replace.