The Ubiquiti UDR-US is a compact, all-in-one UniFi OS console that combines a security gateway, dual-band WiFi 6 access point, 4-port Gigabit switch, PoE outputs, and local NVR storage into a single plug-and-play unit. Designed as the command center for small to mid-sized UniFi deployments, the UDR-US eliminates the need for separate router, switch, controller, and access point hardware. For home offices, small businesses, retail locations, and branch offices that want enterprise-grade UniFi management without the complexity or cost of rack-mounted hardware, the UDR-US is the practical foundation to build on.

Key Features

The UDR-US runs WiFi 6 (802.11ax) on dual bands with 4×4 MU-MIMO and OFDMA on the 5 GHz band, delivering up to 2.4 Gbps on 5 GHz and 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Combined aggregate wireless throughput reaches 3 Gbps. OFDMA allows the UDR-US to schedule transmissions to multiple clients within a single channel, cutting contention and improving real-world performance in environments with many connected devices.

The switching hardware includes 5 GbE RJ45 ports total — 1 WAN port and 4 LAN ports. Two of the four LAN ports supply 802.3af PoE output, letting you power UniFi cameras, VoIP phones, or additional access points directly from the router without a separate PoE injector or switch. This is a feature not found on the older UniFi Dream Machine (UDM), making the UDR-US the more capable all-in-one for small deployments that need to power edge devices.

The UDR-US ships with 128 GB of internal storage and includes a microSD expansion slot. This storage powers UniFi Protect — Ubiquiti’s camera management application — allowing you to record and manage footage from up to 5 HD, 2 x 2K, or 1 x 4K cameras natively on the device. No separate NVR hardware is required for small camera deployments.

As a full UniFi OS Console, the UDR-US hosts the entire UniFi application suite including Network, Protect, Access, Talk, and Connect — with two applications running simultaneously. This means a single device can handle your network firewall, camera recordings, door access control, and VoIP phone management at the same time.

The front panel 0.96-inch LCM color screen displays live connection status and network metrics at a glance. The device ships with a dual-core Arm Cortex A53 processor at 1.35 GHz. IDS/IPS throughput reaches 1 Gbps, covering internet connections up to approximately 700 Mbps with security features active. With IDS/IPS disabled, the WAN port operates at full Gigabit speeds.

Tech Specs

• Model: UDR-US
• WiFi Standard: WiFi 6 (802.11ax), dual-band
• Throughput: 5 GHz — 2.4 Gbps (4×4 MU-MIMO/OFDMA) / 2.4 GHz — 600 Mbps (4×4 MIMO)
• Aggregate Wireless Throughput: 3 Gbps
• Coverage Area: 1,500 ft² (140 m²)
• Max Simultaneous Users: 150+
• WAN Ports: 1x GbE RJ45
• LAN Ports: 4x GbE RJ45 (2x 802.3af PoE output)
• Total Ports: 5x GbE RJ45
• IDS/IPS Throughput: 1 Gbps
• Internet Speed (with security active): Up to 700 Mbps
• Processor: Dual-core Arm Cortex A53 @ 1.35 GHz
• Internal Storage: 128 GB
• Expansion: MicroSD slot (128 GB+ card required)
• Managed Cameras: Up to 5 HD / 2 x 2K / 1 x 4K
• Managed UniFi Devices: 20+
• Applications: Network, Protect, Access, Talk, Connect (2 simultaneous)
• Display: 0.96-inch LCM color screen
• Form Factor: Compact desktop, egg-shaped
• Dimensions: Ø110 x 184.1 mm
• Security: Stateful Firewall, IDS/IPS, DPI, L7 Application Firewall, Content Filtering

Use Cases

Home Office and Remote Workers: The UDR-US gives remote workers enterprise-grade network security — stateful firewall, deep packet inspection, content filtering, and intrusion prevention — without requiring IT expertise to configure. Setup takes minutes through the UniFi Network mobile app, and the entire network is remotely manageable from anywhere via the UniFi cloud portal.

Small Business and Retail Locations: A small retail store or office can deploy the UDR-US as its entire network stack. The built-in WiFi 6 AP covers up to 1,500 ft², the PoE ports power a camera or two without extra hardware, and the UniFi Network application provides VLAN segmentation for guest and staff networks. For businesses outgrowing a consumer router but not ready for rack-mounted hardware, the UDR-US is the right step up.

Branch Offices: Businesses running multi-site UniFi networks can deploy a UDR-US at each branch location and manage all sites centrally from the UniFi Network application. Each unit acts as its own console while reporting back to a central dashboard — reducing the need for on-site IT staff at smaller locations.

Small Camera Deployments and NVR Storage: Businesses that need camera surveillance without a dedicated NVR unit can use the UDR-US to record footage from up to 5 HD cameras directly on the internal 128 GB drive. A microSD card expands this capacity for longer retention. This removes the cost and rack space of a separate Ubiquiti UNVR or third-party recorder.

Why Buy from Jazz Cyber Shield

Jazz Cyber Shield is an authorized IT hardware reseller serving businesses across the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia. We stock genuine Ubiquiti products sourced through authorized distribution — every UDR-US we ship comes with valid manufacturer warranty and arrives as factory-sealed hardware. Our catalog focuses exclusively on enterprise and SMB networking gear, not general consumer electronics. We know the products we sell.

If you are expanding beyond the UDR-US, browse our full range of Ubiquiti Access Points ( https://jazzcybershield.com/product-category/access-points/ ) to add coverage across larger spaces. For PoE switching to expand your wired infrastructure, explore our Network Switches ( https://jazzcybershield.com/product-category/switches/ ) for compatible UniFi PoE switch options that pair directly with the UDR-US.

For the full UDR-US datasheet including certifications and hardware specifications, visit the official Ubiquiti datasheet page ( https://dl.ui.com/ds/udr_ds.pdf ).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the UDR-US replace the need for a separate UniFi Cloud Key or controller?
A: Yes. The UDR-US is a full UniFi OS Console and runs the UniFi Network application natively. You do not need a separate Cloud Key, Cloud Key Gen2, or self-hosted controller. The UDR-US acts as the management controller for all adopted UniFi devices on your network.

Q: How many cameras can the UDR-US record simultaneously using UniFi Protect?
A: The UDR-US supports up to 5 HD cameras, 2 x 2K cameras, or 1 x 4K camera for local NVR recording using the built-in 128 GB storage. A microSD card (minimum 128 GB) can expand recording capacity for longer retention periods.

Q: What is the real-world internet throughput of the UDR-US?
A: With IDS/IPS and security features active, the UDR-US delivers approximately 700 Mbps of internet throughput. With all security features disabled, it approaches full Gigabit speeds. For connections faster than 1 Gbps, the UDR-US is not recommended — consider the UDR7 or UniFi Dream Machine Pro SE instead.

Q: Can I add more access points to a UDR-US network?
A: Yes. The UDR-US manages 20+ UniFi devices and works with the full range of UniFi access points including the U6 Lite, U6+, U6 Pro, and WiFi 7 models. Additional APs are adopted directly into the UDR-US console and managed through the same UniFi Network interface.