Did Ubiquiti just release their BEST Router yet??

Did Ubiquiti release their BEST Router/Gateway? In this video, we are going into whether or not the Cloud Gateway Max is something you need or something you should pass on? We not only talk about the good things on this router, but also the things it may be missing. Will I recommend this router to my viewers? Watch and find out! #unifi #wifi #ubiquiti #ethernetblueprint

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:21 Hightlights
7:38 Downsides
12:04 Who is this for?

[brucewilson]

I like your content. But if I want subtitles, I'll turn on subtitles. The flashing text is just distracting for me and I'd really prefer to be able to turn it off.

[BenBrand]

Great video, thank you! Personally I don't like the short style speak text on the screen. That's what CC is for if you want it.

[kr]

I was waiting for you to make a video with your thoughts on this router! Thank you so much! I’ve been looking at this for my home to get started building out my home network 😁

[ITProSupply]

Have we come a long was since the Edgerouter only days. Really nice to see emebedded management with the advanced security feature set.

[DimitarChakarov]

I got my UCG Max yesterday - great device overall, but I have 1 complaint. It runs very hot - 75C on idle with just Network enabled.
One note to people that plan to get the no storage version - I got the upgraded 1TB version and what they sent me was actually the no storage version and the nvme was a separate package. The no storage version does not have the nvme tray - it just has a plug for the hole. The separate package with the drive actually has the tray with the drive, so if someone plans to add storage later has to buy it from Unifi or they will not be able to just plug in a drive in the device.

[JohanAndersson]

The Max is the one and only option for home pro-sumers. I already got one 😊 Now I'm just wating for an UniFi 8-port PoE 2, 5G switch to match it!

[weldchip]

The lack of poe ports is a complete miss in my eyes. One of these with two ap's is what i put in my parents house with a couple of cameras but having to use poe injectors makes the setup look messy and needs too many outlets so then your into poe switches but they dont make a small afordable 2.5g poe switch. The udr would have been ideal for them but they are never in stock and really need an update. Unifi express would have likely worked for them if it had a few poe ports.

[irokese]

I consider buying this little piece of great network security. But there are still some questions I could not find an answer by now. My current setup is a Fritz!Box Router (wifi deactivated) with Netgear Orbi Mesh System (1 Router and two satellites) because I do not have LAN cables and ports all over my old house (1970s). Is there a chance to use this Netgear stuff in combination with this Unify gateway and manage it completely with it? Or do I definitely need Unify wireless access points? Which of them can be used to set up a Mesh wireless LAN system?
Thank you very much for your answer👍‼️

[dan]

What's the advantage of getting the Cloud Gateway Max with 2TB included instead of buying one with no storage then inserting your own 2TB stick afterward? I am seeing prices of 2TB for only $100. That would save me $179. Is Ubiquiti's 2TB a premium quality or something?

[ElCidPhysics]

Ubiquity should be ashamed of themselves for not sending one of these to you for evaluation

[realjoecast]

I am probably ordering it, but the no spf and no rack mount adaptor bum me out some. don't 'need' 10gb but a 2-5gb fiber option would be sweet.

[dogthrowdart]

Hi there. my current set up as follows... 10gbe speed internet /3rd party router with 3x2.5gbps lan ports and 1x10gbps lan port/ Ubiguiti's uckgen2+, switches, APs and cams.
1.Can I use this UCG max router connected directly to the ONT 10gbe?
or
2.will it work if the UCG Max router is connected to the 3rd party router 2.5 gbps lan port?

[anpc]

Hmm i plan to buy all my home networking stuff later in the year and starting from scratch...

And i fit the description you mentioned in video, a home business/prosumer

I want to have unify protect (doorbell) and maybe 2 cameras (still havent figured if ubiquity or other) + going to get NAS (leaning to synology) + a couple AP

I thought i had to get udm pro/se + poe switch but looks like can get this gateway max + poe switch

Looking forward to your next set videos to flesh this out some more, thanks for the update

[OnTheSnap]

I have a 2g fiber link so this leaves performance on the table. Maybe with intrusion disabled it could do the 2g?

Anyway just bought a udm-se, plus a pro max 16 Poe. Plan to do a dual WAN with 2g fiber main, with 300mbps cable backup.

[NoxSayin]

I really would like to see a version of Cloud Gateway Max SE WiFi, with PoE and WiFi Build in. It can be selling at £500 and I will still willing to paid for it. But, I believe only PoE will be possible in the future version?

[doctorno]

Cloud gateway max is the in case of an emergency break glass gateway for UDM owners.


Or it's the one you get your parents because you manage their network.

[andyb]

Thanks for the video. I am new to ubiquity. I got the 1TB version of this. Will that store the recordings from future cameras or will I need a separate device?

[wilty]

Can I use this router in place of my ISP all in one Router/modem (T-mobile)

[CarlRyds]

Wish they did an Express sized WiFI Access point ONLY without all the gateway stuff to marry with this. Yes, you can get one of the round ones but it looks better if all the devices look the same. Yes, you can run the Express in Access point only mode, but I better it would be cheaper if it was just an Access Point out the box.

[eyesonly]

This is a side move from the UDR. This model can run all the apps but has no POE ports and does have a clumsy power brick. I despise external bricks. They represent laziness on the part of the industrial designer that translates to a headache on my part. An upgraded UDR would have been better.