The Ubiquiti Dream Router 7 is a desktop UniFi gateway combining tri-band Wi-Fi 7, 10G and 2.5 GbE WAN options, multi-gig LAN, and a PoE port. It suits homes and small offices seeking fast wireless and wired networking with centralized UniFi management and built-in security features.
Recommended For
- Home or small-office users moving to internet service up to about 2.5 Gbps who want Wi-Fi 7, multi-gigabit wired ports, and UniFi gateway features in one device.
- Existing UniFi users who want to combine a gateway, Wi-Fi access point, and UniFi application management in one desktop unit, with the option to add UniFi access points as the network grows.
- Network-minded home users who want to configure features such as network segmentation, VPNs, and firewall controls through UniFi software rather than use only basic router settings.
- Small-home or small-office users who want to connect a PoE device such as an IP camera and use the router’s included microSD storage for UniFi video recording.
- Users with a centrally placed router in a compact or open home who want to start with built-in Wi-Fi and extend coverage later with compatible UniFi access points if needed.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Replacing an older gigabit router on a gigabit-or-faster internet plan: the UDR7 can handle multi-gig wired connections up to its 2.5 GbE port capacity, while its UniFi dashboard brings router settings and network monitoring into one place.
- Setting up a UniFi network in a home or small office: users can start with one device for routing and Wi-Fi, then add UniFi access points or switches as coverage or wired-device needs grow; the built-in PoE port can power a compatible device such as an access point or camera.
- Separating smart-home devices and visitors from computers and personal devices: UniFi network management lets users create separate networks and apply firewall rules, making it easier to limit which devices can communicate with each other.
- Providing Wi-Fi across a modest, open home or apartment: the built-in Wi-Fi may cover the main living area, but performance can fall off across floors, thick walls, or longer distances; a separate access point may be needed for reliable coverage throughout larger or more obstructed homes.
- Reaching home-network services while away: a user can set up UniFi’s remote-access VPN options to connect back to the home network when traveling, subject to their device and network configuration.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Home and business networks needing Wi-Fi 7, multi-gig wired connectivity, firewall security, and VPN options |
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| Wireless Standards And Coverage | Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 supporting 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be across 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz, with stated coverage of 160 m² (1,750 ft²) |
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| Wireless Performance And Antennas | Supported Wi-Fi rates reach 300 Mbps on 802.11n, 1.7 Gbps on 802.11ac, 2.4 Gbps on 802.11ax, and 5.7 Gbps on 802.11be; 2×2 MIMO on each band, with antenna gains of 5 dBi at 2.4 GHz, 7 dBi at 5 GHz, and 6 dBi at 6 GHz |
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| Ports And Wired Networking | WAN connectivity includes one 10G SFP+ port and one 2.5 GbE RJ45 port; LAN ports are 2.5 GbE. Stated data transfer rate is up to 10 Gbps |
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| Network Security | Stateful and application-aware Layer 7 firewall with DPI, zone-based filtering, content filtering, IDS/IPS, ad blocking, VLAN/subnet segmentation, and WPA/WPA2/WPA3, PPSK, and enterprise security options |
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| VPN And Network Management | Supports Site Magic, IPsec, and OpenVPN site-to-site VPN; WireGuard, OpenVPN, L2TP, Teleport, and Identity Endpoint VPN options; app-based device management |
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| Routing And Network Features | Includes multi-WAN load balancing, OSPF dynamic routing, advanced QoS and NAT, policy-based WAN/VPN routing, mDNS, DHCP, IPv6 ISP support, IGMP proxy, and internet failover support |
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| Storage And Memory | Pre-installed 64 GB microSD storage for NVR use and 3 GB of memory |
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| Data Transfer Capacity | Stated overall data transfer rate is up to 10 Gbps |
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| Power | Universal AC input rated 100–240 V AC, 1.5 A maximum, 50/60 Hz |
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| Physical And Environmental | 110 mm diameter × 184.1 mm high; weighs 1.1 kg (about 2.43 lb); operating temperature −10 to 40 °C and humidity 5–95% noncondensing |
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| Design And Indicators | White enclosure with a system LED indicator and factory-reset button |
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| Model Identifiers | Dream Router 7; model/part number UDR7-US |
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