Designed for UniFi Controller-based networks, the USG is a reliable firewall/router solution for small business and home networking within the UniFi ecosystem.
No Built-in WiFi – Requires Separate Access Points This is a wired security gateway only. WiFi is not included and must be provided by UniFi Access Points or other wireless solutions.
UniFi Controller Integration Required Full setup, configuration, and monitoring are managed through UniFi Controller software, enabling centralized network management and advanced routing control.UniFi Controller Integration Required Full setup, configuration, and monitoring are managed through UniFi Controller software, enabling centralized network management and advanced routing control.
High-Performance Routing Capabilities Supports up to 3 Gbps total line rate (packet size dependent) and up to 1M packets per second under ideal conditions, suitable for high-speed wired networks.
Includes NAT, VPN support, VLAN segmentation, and UniFi security features for managing secure and segmented networks
Ideal for users expanding or maintaining existing UniFi networks or requiring a dedicated security gateway in a managed UniFi environment.
Not a Standalone WiFi Router or All-in-One Device This device does not include wireless functionality or replace modern all-in-one routers like UniFi Dream Machine (UDM series).