Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router 7 Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band $529 (Expired), Express 7 $399 + Delivery ($0 to Metro/ C&C/ in-Store) @ Scorptec

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Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router 7 Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band $529 (Expired), Express 7 $399 + Delivery ($0 to Metro/ C&C/ in-Store) @ Scorptec
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Twix on 14/05/2025 - 16:49 scorptec.com.au (1843 clicks)
Last edited 21/05/2025 - 12:14

All time low on these Ubiquiti tri-band Wi-Fi 7 routers.

Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router 7 Specs
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 1.5GHz Processor.
3GB RAM.
Default WAN Ports: 1 x 10G SFP+ and 1 x 2.5G Ethernet RJ45.
LAN Ports: 3 x 2.5G Ethernet RJ45 (1 x Ethernet RJ45 port has built-in PoE with a 15.4W maximum).
IDS/IPS Throughput: 2.3Gbps.
Wi-Fi 7 tri-band with 6GHz.
Coverage Area: 160m².
Can run all the UniFi apps (Network, Protect, Access, Talk and Connect).

Full list of tech specs.

Ubiquiti UniFi Express 7 Router.

Ubiquiti UniFi Express 7 Router Specs
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 1.5GHz Processor.
3GB RAM.
Default WAN Ports: 1 x 10G Ethernet RJ45.
LAN Ports: 1 x 2.5G Ethernet RJ45.
IDS/IPS Throughput: 2.3Gbps.
Wi-Fi 7 tri-band with 6GHz.
Coverage Area: 160m².
Only runs the UniFi Network app.

Full list of tech specs.

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Comments

  • RangaWal on 14/05/2025 - 17:19
    +1

    Should I bother upgrading to a UDM to a UDR7? I currently use 3 x nanoHD APs, and my network connectivity is adequate, but not fantastic. I guess I would also need to upgrade the APs to see any real benefit, correct?

    • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 17:35

      Maybe get the UDR 7 if you want nbn 2Gbps and yeah you would need new APs to get the most out of it. Otherwise keep the UDM and nanoHD.

      2000/100 HFC.
      2000/200 and 2000/500 FTTP.

      • RangaWal on 14/05/2025 - 17:36

        Currently on 1000/50 HFC. Wonder who has the best 2000/100 deal?

        • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 17:38
          +3

          1000/50 gets boosted upload to 1000/100 if you prefer. Both are coming in September.

          • deletedpenguin on 14/05/2025 - 17:52

            @Twix: Geez, this is all I need. 2000 down would hardly be noticeable at home, yeah?

            • RangaWal on 14/05/2025 - 17:53
              +1

              @deletedpenguin: you're probably right, my 1000 should be plenty for me.

              • deletedpenguin on 14/05/2025 - 18:04
                +2

                @RangaWal: 1000 down has been fine for my family of four. I would sure like the 100 up though as my wife and I both work from home.

              • Mikael on 14/05/2025 - 18:08
                +1

                @RangaWal: Same, fine atm with 1000/50. 1000/100 would be perfect as Plex and uploads to better support 4k remote play. Not gonna upgrade if not a good price and not much more. Meaning need to upgrade most switches. But probably keep 2gb in main area (office and unRaid, rest get 1gb until upgraded the switches.
                Also most end devices got 1000 max anyways.

            • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 18:05

              @deletedpenguin: It depends how often you download large files. The upload will be more useful to some.

    • Remorhaz on 14/05/2025 - 18:11

      I ordered the UDR7 a month ago to replace my UDM (it's just shipped - yay). I also have some Unifi switches (4) and AP's (3)

      I decided to upgrade because I wasn't able to turn on the DPI features for more than 1 or 2 VLANs without causing issues. I also noticed it would get very hot (to the point it would auto shutdown on occasion, so I setup some USB powered computer fans to keep it cool). So I'm hoping the performance and raw throughput of the UDR7 is better and more reliable

      I'm also looking to upgrade the wired backbone of my home network to 2.5G and potentially even a main 10G trunk to future proof things. I'm probably not going to bother upgrading my AP's at this stage (I have U6-LR and U6-Pro + two older AP's)

    • netsurfer on 14/05/2025 - 19:23
      -1

      With U7 Pro + a WiFi 7 6GHz capable phone, I am only able to get ~1800Mbps max (and that's with 6GHz 320MHz channel width). U7 Pro only supports 2.5Gbps PoE LAN port back to the router / gateway. Also, 6GHz band's range is poor, which means if you want 6GHz band to work in your house, there is a chance you will need more access points if you are chasing max WiFi speed.

      With limited budget, I am not able to fully setup a 10Gbps LAN yet (have devices with 10Gbps LAN ports, but don't have a 10Gbps switch), and I really like to see someone does a test using 10Gbps port on UX7 and/or UDR7 to test WiFi 7 6GHz max speed. My mate is able to get over 3.5Gbps out of his WiFi 7 (non-UniFi setup), but his has a 10Gbps switch.

      UDR7, that 10Gbps port is SFP+ port, which means a SFP+ module is required to use it. You can still use your existing access points for now. That's one of the benefits of access points setup. I am using a combination of UniFi access points (for WiFi 7 devices) and non UniFi access points (for WiFi 6 devices). Different SSIDs.

    • frkino on 14/05/2025 - 22:22

      Yes, correct
      Also on UDM (R2D2)

      if it comes down to connectivity, add another or upgrade an Unifi AP is cheaper than drop-in replacing the UDM with a UDR 7

      I recently added an U7 Pro to get the WiFi 5 > WiFi 7 upgrade with 6GHz

  • WhiteEvo6 on 14/05/2025 - 17:22
    +1

    Really want a deal on APs

    Good deal OP

  • dalan on 14/05/2025 - 17:55

    Any reason I should upgrade from my EdgeRouter X?

    I use a UCK+Gen2 to run Network and Protect.

    • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 17:59

      Maybe. How fast is your nbn plan and what APs do you have?

  • Remorhaz on 14/05/2025 - 17:59
    +1

    Nice - note can be slightly cheaper at City Technology ($508.75 + Del) https://citytechnology.com.au/shop/udr7-ubiquiti-udr7-unifi-…

    I just logged in there now and noticed my pre-order with them has now shipped so it looks like many Aus stores recently received stock now - I'll have to check the status of my USW-Flex-2.5G-8-PoE pre-order too

    • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 18:02

      Never heard of CT. Have you used them before?

      • Remorhaz on 14/05/2025 - 18:13
        +1

        I havn't but I'd seen posts by others who had. I believe they are the same outfit as Streakwave (same location). Their online chat was quite responsive and helpful

  • PirateCoins on 14/05/2025 - 18:07

    Dream Router 7 or wait for the Cloud Gateway Fibre with an AP?

  • themadman on 14/05/2025 - 18:30

    Hmm, I’m interested in 2.5gbe for LAN and wanting to upgrade to wifi 7. This feels much cheaper than U7-Pro and cloud gateway combo with the same features?

    How does the AP performance of the UDR7 compare to the various U7 AP options?

  • justtoreply on 14/05/2025 - 18:45
    -1

    So the range seems low. By the time I add additional access points this is no longer a bargain

    • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 19:31

      The tri-band Wi-Fi 7 AP tax is real.

  • ace310 on 14/05/2025 - 19:12

    Planning to tip my toes into Ubiquity. Very confused as too many overlaps for a newbie.

    I would need 2 AP's/. I have a homelab with 2 PC.

    I can see 2 options
    1. UDR7 + UDR7 express
    2. UCG Fibre + U7-Pro x 2

    • netsurfer on 14/05/2025 - 19:49
      +1

      Just want to confuse you even more, you could replace 1 or both U7 Pro's with UX7 (Unifi Express 7). UX7 can run in access point mode.

      It comes down to whether you need 10Gbps LAN. If you use UniFi Protect and have a few cameras, then Fiber might be the way to go. Problem is, only 1 store actually managed to get some, but are charging a lot for one.

      • ace310 on 14/05/2025 - 21:59

        Thanks for more options.

    • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 19:58

      Don't forget that the UCG Fibre only has one PoE port for a U7 Pro AP.

      Power the second U7 Pro AP from a PoE injector or power both APs from a PoE switch.

      1. UCG Max + U7 Pro x 2.
      • ace310 on 14/05/2025 - 22:01

        Ah yup I am aware. Would need a switch anyway. Can any poe switch work with Unifi or it has to be a unifi switch? I already have couple of poe injectors somewhere so that's fine until I can figure out.

        • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 22:09

          You can use any PoE switch. Purchase a Unifi switch to manage everything under one interface.

          Lookup your PoE injectors specs to see if they can power the U7 Pro AP.

          U7 Pro AP has a Max. Power Consumption 21W and Supported Voltage Range 44—57V DC.

  • wordpickle on 14/05/2025 - 19:22
    +1

    Bought this two weeks ago and it’s really solid. A welcome upgrade to the UDM. It might be a while before I get any use out of the 10G SFP+ port however.

  • wisc on 14/05/2025 - 19:23
    +1

    man, i cant say it enough, at this price point you may as well buy a micro PC, and install PFSense/opensense, on VMWare/xcp-ng/proxmox then you can run your own webserver/mail server/plex server/ adblock server/ all on one box. only thing is you need a box with two nics, (or a potentially smart switch that does vlan, or USB NIC.) - with that said… it is hours of learning, installing and configuring vs plug and play…

    I just like the flexibility of running my own equipment that i can always update.

    • netsurfer on 14/05/2025 - 19:45

      For tech savvy people, yes. However, there are rich people with deep pocket (i.e. doctors) and they just don't want to spend that much time on it. Then, there is also needing access points (6GHz range is just bad). To keep the cost down, might need to consider OpenWRT and get cheap routers / mesh kit (i.e. $90 for 2; WiFi 6 only though). VLAN setup on OpenWRT is not as intuitive as OPNSense / PFSense.

      OPNSense / PFSense really shines in IPv6, but most people don't care about IPv6 at the moment. Probably get 4 LAN ports mini PC (with at least 2 SFP+ slots capable of supporting 10Gbps). Still cheaper than UniFi Express 7. 2 10Gbps ports are still better than 1. Unfortunately, if you use UniFi Protect or Access, chances are you need an UniFi gateway / dream router / dream machine.

      • wisc on 14/05/2025 - 22:41

        With that said are those people really going to use the advanced features that justify the price?

  • alpln on 14/05/2025 - 20:00
    -4

    I've been looking at WiFi 7 routers for a while and yesterday decided 100/40 NBN isn't worth WiFi 7, so ordered this WiFi 6e (2.4+5+6 Ghz) for $182.50 delivered from US: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0C86JF9XM

  • Twix on 14/05/2025 - 20:14

    @Ice009 Ubiquiti UDR 7 has 2.5GbE ports + Wiregaurd and OpenVPN server/client if you're interested. I haven't seen any new Asus deals yet.

    • Ice009 on 23/05/2025 - 10:22

      Sorry for the late reply. Thanks for the information. Yeah, I hear Ubiquiti is great. Would this be easy to use compared to Asus or is there a lot more options to learn?

      Also, my budget is about $400, though, max, so this is a bit out of my price range. Does the UDR 7 come with a power plug/adapter?

      • Twix on 23/05/2025 - 11:48

        All good. Yeah a power plug is included. A basic setup is similar and you don't have to use all the advanced options.

  • rockyb433 on 15/05/2025 - 09:33
    +1

    Random comparison - I have the Asus AX82U with the full mesh node setup.

    Would a modem like this be worth the upgrade? Been doing research but difficult to understand if there would be a noticable diff

  • greater mimic on 15/05/2025 - 10:04

    I hear about devices which can't use Wifi 7, which devices are those usually?

    • Arsenal on 15/05/2025 - 10:15
      +2

      Still most devices at this stage, apart from a laptop or high end phone bought in the last ~18 months. But obviously this router (and pretty well every Wifi 7 AP) also supports all previous wifi standards anyway.

      • greater mimic on 15/05/2025 - 11:14

        Oh good to know thanks. I was thinking of picking up some Wifi 7 APs sometime, the TP-Link Omada ones, and was a bit worried.

  • Jeromeo on 15/05/2025 - 10:24
    +1

    I have just jumped into the Unifi space for home and am considering for work. The decision making process was very confusing until I stumbled across the Unifi comparison site. I really don't know why they made this information so difficult to find. For anyone who is confused by their products and options, I give you clarity. https://techspecs.ui.com/unifi/cloud-gateways/compare?subcat…

  • InLaymansTerms on 15/05/2025 - 14:53

    Looking to dip my toes into Ubiquiti for a while now.
    I really want to be able to monitor my network traffic and have greater control over in and outgoing traffic.

    I currently have 1 Gbps NBN and will be upgrading to 2 Gbps when available later this year.

    As I am new to this, would someone be able to explain to me, if I purchase the UniFi Express 7 Router, am I able to still use my existing dumb switches?
    (They will all be upgraded to 2.5GbE)
    Or do I need/must use the Ubiquiti network switches.

    I have a few switches in my home so I was hoping to keep them and install this as my router/firewall

    I also have a mesh wifi system in place I was hoping to turn into bridge mode, and allow the UE7 to do all the talking.

    • Twix on 15/05/2025 - 14:56

      You can use any 2.5GbE switch. What mesh Wi-Fi setup do you have?

      • InLaymansTerms on 15/05/2025 - 15:02

        I have 6 x TP Link Deco x60s.
        I believe I can turn them into bridge mode and allow the UE7 to run DHCP etc.

        Also, would you mind explaining the benefit to me installing a ubiquiti switch over a dumb switch?

        • Twix on 15/05/2025 - 15:49

          Yeah the Ubiquiti Express 7 is your router and configure the Deco's as wireless access points.

          Maybe get a Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Max instead of the Express 7 since you already have wireless access points.

          Basically you get more control with a managed Ubiquiti switch.

          Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features:
          UniFi switches support advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities, such as VLANs, routing, and redundancy (e.g., DC power backup in some models).

          Centralized Management:
          UniFi switches integrate with the UniFi Network application, allowing centralized configuration, monitoring, and management of all connected devices.

          Advanced Monitoring:
          Features like traffic analysis, port statistics, and real-time alerts provide better visibility into network performance.

        • netsurfer on 16/05/2025 - 23:37
          -1

          Ubiquiti doesn't sell dumb (unmanaged) switches, only managed switches. That's because UniFi sells you a SDN (software defined networking) and for the full network topology diagram to be correct (at least for UniFi devices), they need to be managed / controlled. However, when you mix non-UniFi network switches with an UniFi router / gateway / express, dumb switches are easier (because if you go for 3rd party managed switches, in most cases, you need to fully configured them first before you plug it into your UniFi network, unless you use them as dumb switches, but that defeats getting managed switches).

          One main benefit (in your use case) with getting UniFi switches is that the network topology diagram will be more accurate. It generally won't be 100% correct because UniFi can't detect 3rd party devices with 100% accuracy (that includes smartphones and tablets).

          Another benefit is that you can control / config all UniFi devices through ui.com cloud account(s). That way, if you are not at home and have to make changes, you can configure any of the UniFi devices. For 3rd party network managed devices, you need to VPN to your home network first. Obviously this is not relevant to unmanaged switches (you can't remote manage them anyway).

          Not using UniFi access points and using your existing mesh does mean you lose some of the features. I noticed you bought an UX7. UniFi access points and devices with WiFi do have wireless mesh like capabilities (but only to UniFi devices). Also, UniFi does come up with a warning when you try to name an SSID of UniFi wireless network / SSID the same as a 3rd party SSID that's in range. That means you will most likely setup UX7 with a different SSID and likely to be WiFi 7 (i.e. max out the channel widths on both 5GHz and 6GHz).

          Not saying don't do that because I have non-UniFi access points mixed with UniFi access points. Non-UniFi access points servicing WiFi 6 clients, UniFi access points serving WiFi 7 and 6E client devices. I do use VLANs and multiple SSIDs for both Non-UniFi and UniFi network devices (my non-UniFi access points support VLANs and multiple SSIDs).

    • Nom on 15/05/2025 - 20:11

      I currently have 1 Gbps NBN and will be upgrading to 2 Gbps when available later this year.

      Why ?

      I'm also on the 1Gb plan, and a move to 2Gb won't make any noticeable difference to anything except your wallet 🤷

      • InLaymansTerms on 16/05/2025 - 09:42

        That’s just same as asking why someone drives a V8.
        It costs more and you can’t go faster than the speed limit.

        I run business from home. I heavily use the internet. I enjoy being an enthusiast and playing with the latest toys.

  • Nertis on 15/05/2025 - 15:36

    Still running a Netgear D7000
    Have been tossing up between a UDR7 and a Nighthawk RS600

    Everything I’ve read so far shows the unifi is more customisable, but does it have to be? How is unifi for a set and forget user?

    • Twix on 15/05/2025 - 16:33

      No it doesn't have to be. You can set and forget.

    • Coude Copon on 18/05/2025 - 15:41

      I am late here, but I want to say that if you choose anything Unifi and it will only be your first Unifi. It is an amazing ecosystem, and you will enjoy sitting there for hours browsing the network status from their beautiful ui.

  • here for deals on 25/05/2025 - 17:39

    @Twix, I'm tagging you because you seem to be an expert in these things. Thanks in advance.

    I'm not so tech savvy when it comes to things such as WiFi, modems, routers, APs etc.

    Currently renting a property with FTTC connection and will be moving to a property with FTTP in near future.My current Netcomm modem failed yesterday and I'm currently without nbn.Looking for a new mesh modem/router with Wi-Fi 7 tri-band. 

    I'm happy with 100/20 speed. I heard nbn speeds are going up in September. Coverage area is about 250sqm.
    Is Express 7 in this deal my best bet? Can I buy it and connect from Gateway port from my nbn box to WAN port on the new modem? Is that how it works for FTTP? (I know that's how it works on FTTC)

    I also looked at Deco BE65 from the other deal @Twix posted. But I read TP-Link are not so great.

    • Twix on 25/05/2025 - 19:56
      +1

      That is right. 100/20 gets boosted to 500/50 FTTP.

      Ubiquiti Express 7 router is a good buy for tri-band Wi-Fi 7 and can be setup using the UniFi app.

      You may find the eero platform easier to use. Look at the eero 7 Pro tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router $529.99. If you don't mind changing to dual-band Wi-Fi 7 there is the eero 7 router $299.99. Free delivery @ Amazon AU.

      You can pair two Ubiquiti Express 7 for a mesh Wi-Fi setup if one doesn't fully cover the home in Wi-Fi. The same can be done using two eero's.

      Deco BE65 is suitable for home use. Some are worried about TP-Link's country of origin.

      FTTC: nbn NCD gateway port —- ethernet —- Ubiquiti Express 7 WAN port.
      FTTP: nbn NTD UNI-D port ——- ethernet —- Ubiquiti Express 7 WAN port. Your nbn provider will send an email saying to use UNI-D1, D2, D3 or D4.

      Leave the nbn NCD box at the FTTC rental for the next person to use. A different nbn NTD box gets installed for FTTP.

      • here for deals on 26/05/2025 - 19:00
        +1

        Thank you so much for such a detailed reply. Definitely helped me understand better.

        If you don't mind changing to dual-band Wi-Fi 7

        On one hand, I'm thinking dual band works for me. I've lived with it all these years and I didn't need more.

        On the other hand, I reckon maybe this is the right time to future proof and have one band for smart home automaton such as home assistant (that's another rabbit hole I'm yet to go into).

        • Twix on 26/05/2025 - 20:59
          +1

          Go with Ubiquiti to create a main Wi-Fi network and a segregated smart home Wi-Fi network.

  • Mikael on 10/06/2025 - 16:14

    In the process of upgrading home network. Was able to grab one of these for $510 with 22% off. My unifi ap are older models. Got 3 UAP-PRO and 2 U6-LITE. Keeping few as using them to hook up my reolink cameras in areas where no Ethernet. Also getting rid of my Google nest. Probably use them as speakers though.

    See how the pricing is come September for 2000/200.
    Currently 1000/50 so at least the 1000/100 will be a great upgrade for external Plex users. At least now will have option to go faster.

    • Twix on 10/06/2025 - 16:20

      nbn are charging $115 2000/200 and that's before the ISP adds their costs. I reckon at least $150/month.

      1000/400 FTTP is still available if you want more upload.

      • Mikael on 10/06/2025 - 16:28

        Currently paying 129 +5 static ip so 150 not bad if around there. The 1000/400 still bit too steep.

        • Twix on 10/06/2025 - 16:31

          1000/400 price drops are coming in September. Superloop has gone early however they ask for an ABN.

          nbn Business FTTP 500/200 $110/M for 6 Months & Static IP ($125/M Ongoing).
          nbn Business FTTP 1000/400 $130/M for 6 Months & Static IP ($145/M Ongoing).
          https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/904441

          • Mikael on 10/06/2025 - 17:56

            @Twix: Not too bad, currently with ABB. Know not the cheapest but so far reliable. We do have ABNs. On the business plan with them. If go with higher speed wonder how long wait for the NTD/U.

            • Twix on 10/06/2025 - 20:51

              @Mikael: From mid September. Do you want the 1 port or 4 port NTD?

              • Mikael on 10/06/2025 - 20:56

                @Twix: Only one service so 1 would be enough. 4 would be nice in case one port cave in. Shouldn't but have happened. Using hotspot to phone IF Internet down as running business from home. Just kick of kids gaming as using lots of data lol.

                • Twix on 10/06/2025 - 21:02

                  @Mikael: The 1 port is included with 2000/200. It maybe worth paying $100 for the 4 port.

                  • Mikael on 10/06/2025 - 21:14

                    @Twix: Yeah, probably pay the extra to get the 4 ports. Thanks. See how abb do if example sign up a year and get 4 port with it. First world problems. Another one is to upgrade switches and NIC's. Not gonna bother with my old QNAP. Just as a second backup anyways. WiFi on Google nest is quite crap. Cannot split the bands so using unify AP for the 2.4 smart devices and reolink cameras. Just kept dropping out on nest. I know there is ways to go out of range of 5ghz and hook them up and it stays. But after reboot or drop it sometime just stays offline. Mainly ewelink and broadlink devices. LIFX, NANO and those seems better but still keep them separate. Around 70 devices on network so this would help and finally get them running much better.

  • Mikael on 21/06/2025 - 00:09

    The ones gotten this. Have anyone else having issues for it to recognize the sd card? Came with 64gb. Also won't recognize a 128 I had. It is in the approved list. All updated. Perhaps do a backup and factory restore.

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