Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Max

Let’s talk about the Unifi Cloud Gateway Max. If you’re in the market for a compact, all-in-one network gateway, this might be worth a look, especially if you’re already in the Unifi ecosystem. One of the more interesting features here is the onboard NVR storage, supporting up to 2TB NVMe. For smaller deployments, like a remote office or even just a home with a few cameras or a video doorbell, this is genuinely useful. Having local storage means no recurring monthly fees for cloud subscriptions, and the on-site nature of the NVR definitely makes accessing and reviewing footage feel very quick and responsive.

Moving on to performance, if you’ve used the Cloud Gateway Ultra, the Max is noticeably snappier. Navigating the Unifi Network application and just general responsiveness feels improved. The inclusion of a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet WAN port is a welcome addition, especially as multi-gig internet plans become more common. It’s future-proofing your network a bit, which is always a good thing.

Another key feature is the dual WAN capability with load balancing. This is great for situations where network uptime is critical, offering a solid failover option. And for those space-constrained locations, the compact form factor of the Cloud Gateway Max is a real benefit. It’s designed to be unobtrusive, making it suitable for deployments where a full-sized IT closet isn’t an option, like in an AirBNB or small retail space.

Overall, the Unifi Cloud Gateway Max has been a pleasure to use and like most Ubiquity products, it just works. If you need a smaller version of a Dream Machine Pro for a remote location, look no futher.

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