Best Unifi Router with WiFi 6 in 2022

Unifi Router Buyer's Guide in 2021

If you use Unifi at your home, you are probably not so happy with the speed and stability of the WiFi network. That’s because TM is still a business and they cannot give an expensive router while remain profitable. But, luckily, TM doesn’t stop you from buying your own router.

While the router provided by TM isn’t too bad, they have slower CPU and weaker WiFi coverage. This means they aren’t very good if you stay in a bigger home or if you have more WiFi devices at home. Thus, in this article, I will show you some WiFi routers that I’ve tested that will recommend for you to upgrade your home WiFi router.

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⚠️ This guide is only intended for Unifi Fibre users!

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Unifi Fibre Equipment Overview

All Unifi Fibre installation come with 2 devices which is the fibre modem and WiFi router. The Fibre modem comes with lifetime warranty from TM and it is non-user replaceable. But, don’t worry as the WiFi router rarely breaks down and it performs well. What we will be focussing is the WiFi router part which will impact all your home networking performance.

Unifi Router Brands

Once you purchased the new router, please request your Unifi login ID and Password from TM. You will need them when configuring your new router. Once you got everything ready, remove your old wireless router and connect the new router to the ONU. You have to reconfigure your new wireless router. The process depends on the brand of the router but generally, you just need to insert the PPPOE ID and password and select the Unifi profile on the router. 

TP-Link Unifi Router

TP-LINK

TP-Link routers are fully compatible with Unifi. TP-Link offers really good value for money as their routers are usually cheaper while delivering the same level of performance compared to their competitors. They offer a 3 years warranty on all their networking products.

You can refer to my guide on how to setup TP-Link Unifi router here.

ModelWiFi SpecificationSuggested PlanBeamformingMU-MIMOMaximum NAT speedRetail Price
Archer C5400X GamingAC5400800Mbps941MbpsRM1499
Archer C5400AC5400800Mbps941MbpsRM949
Archer C4000AC4000800Mbps941MbpsRM999
Archer C3150AC3150800Mbps941MbpsRM799
Archer C2300AC2300800Mbps941MbpsRM639
Deco M9 Plus MeshAC2200500Mbps800MbpsRM999
Archer A10AC2600800Mbps941MbpsRM639
Archer A9AC1900500Mbps941MbpsRM439
Archer C9AC1900500Mbps941MbpsRM469
Deco M5 MeshAC1300500Mbps800MbpsRM439
Deco M4 MeshAC1200300Mbps800MbpsRM399
Archer C7/ A7AC1750500Mbps800MbpsRM312
Archer C6/ A6AC1200300Mbps941MbpsRM209
Archer C1200AC1200300MbpsTBDRM279

Do note that HyppTV do not work on their Deco mesh series of products but Internet is working properly. 

Asus Unifi Router

ASUS

Asus is another well known brand in the wireless router industry. They are slightly more expensive but they have really solid performance and the AsusWRT firmware offers the most comprehensive set of features. Asus also pioneer their AiMesh technology which allows you to use several compatible Asus routers to form a high performance mesh network. Asus routers come with 3 years of warranty in Malaysia. 

You can refer to my guide on how to setup Asus Unifi router here.

ModelWiFi SpecsSuggested PlanAiMeshBFMU-MIMOMaximum Internet SpeedPrice Range
RT-AX88UAX6000800Mbps941MbpsUnreleased
Asus ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 GamingAC5300800Mbps941MbpsRM2489
RT-AC5300AC5300800Mbps941MbpsRM2209
RT-AC88UAC3100800Mbps941MbpsRM1809
Asus Blue CaveAC2600800Mbps941MbpsRM1099
RT-AC68UAC1900500Mbps850MbpsRM1039
Lyra Trio MeshAC1750500Mbps850MbpsRM1579
Lyra MeshAC2200500Mbps850MbpsRM999
RT-AC66U B1AC1750300Mbps941MbpsRM859
RT-AC1300UHPAC1300300Mbps~500MbpsRM569
RT-AC58UAC1300300Mbps~500MbpsRM479
RT-AC1200G+AC1200100Mbps~400MbpsRM449

D-Link Unifi Router

D-Link

You probably heard of D-Link before as they are one of the oldest brand selling networking gear in Malaysia. They also produce some really great networking equipment. New D-Link routers are fully compatible with Unifi. They are also rather affordable while delivering good performance. 

You can refer to my guide on how to setup D-Link Unifi router here.

ModelWiFi SpecificationBeamformingMU-MIMOEthernet PortPrice
DIR-895LAC53004 x GigabitRM1599
DIR-882AC26004 x GigabitRM698
DIR-878AC19004 x GigabitRM518
DIR-867AC17504 x GigabitRM399
DIR-868LAC17504 x Gigabit
DIR-842AC12004 x GigabitRM289

Other Brands (Tenda, Netgear and etc)

There are also other brands in the market and most if not all Enterprise level gear can be configured to support Unifi. But, we do not include them in this list as they may be harder to configure for most users. 

Netgear is known for requiring manual setup of VLAN for it to work with Unifi.

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Hi Alvyn,

What do u reckon about tp-link Archer C2300? especially on wifi speed, coverage and signal strength? Thanks.

Hi Alvyn

I have been upgraded to 500mbps turbo update from TM Unifi
The original router I have is D-Link DIR-842 AC1200. I have few questions:

1. The website https://www.dlink.com.my/product/ac1200-mu-mimo-wi-fi-gigabit-router/ says that the router can support up to 300Mbps on 2.4GHz but I can only get 100+Mbps. Is this real-life experience or router issue?

2. I’m considering to upgrade. I’ve narrow down to Asus RT-AC1300UHP, TP-Link AC1750 and D-Link AC1900. Which would you recommend? Is there other better options within this price range?

Hi Alvyn,

After the speed upgraded to 500mbps, the router and modem must be changed? As I couldn’t find the specification stated whats the signal rate for the current hardware I’m using (which comes during installation – Innacomm RGX4400)

I have get the 500mbps turbo update from TM Unifi, I’m now changing the router to Tends ac18 ac1900 but can’t assess the internet, is it any problems?

Just want to ask.. if my unifi upgrade to 500mbps.. the router, i must buy or free replace by TM.. bcoz, now i used old unifi router (old plan 30mbps) then free updgrade to 50mbps and now to 500mbps.. i only get around 300mbps..

Thanks..

Hi, I’m just notice my home unifi was upgrade to 500mbps, when speedtest in TM website using IPhone 8. Just got under 100mbps. Which router would you recommend for 500mbps unifi; in a double storey house for usual usage on laptop and mobile phones. Currently my home using TM unifi gave router. Haven’t change new router yet. Mi Router 3 is good to use?

Hi, if the current Unifi comes with built in ONU and Router, can we still purchase an additional router? my current wifi coverage is weak at my bedroom due to the wall. So was thinking to add a better router for better coverage. Which model would you recommend. Currently still on Unifi 30Mb pending for upgrade.
The current Unifi supplied ONU and router is Netis DL4480V.
Thanks.

Hi Sir Alvin. My unifi got turbo-ed up to 300mbps yet my speedtest only reach maximum 120mbps. Using cat5e cable on tplink Archer C1200. When called 100 to ask about it, they teach me kindergarten stuff such as place router at better area, avoid electromagnetic near router and blablabla. What should i do?

Hi, I have the same prob with Philip but my speedtest was only 97mbps with cat5e cable on tplink Archer C1200. However on my pc, wifi on 5g got me 170mbps. Do not know why cable came out slower.

And what is NAT Boost? How do I enable it? Thanks!!
Not able to find much info on this.

Hi,

I’m planning to use Linksys router E8350 AC2400 Dual Band router. Would like to check:-
1) If it is compatible to Unifi?
2) Setup guide (Manual for Unifi)
3) Can it support Unifi turbo speed up to 400mbps?

Thank you.
Regards,
Andrew

Hi There,

I am using Asus RT1200G+ and on unifi 300Mbps package. I check the modem and the LAN port spec should support 10/100/1000. I test my wifi can reach 300mbps but on LAN cable (cat5e) only reach around 100mbps. Already tested with 4 other cable result the same. I just wonder is my router LAN port on 100mbps only ?

Hi Alvyn,

Im getting 500mbps upgrade and in the midst of getting my router replaced by TM.
They are offering me either TP-Link C5 V2 (not the previous version C5 V1.2) or D-Link DIR 842.

Which one do u recommend?

Thanks.

Thanks for sharing information about unifi router .
Such a informative vlog in routers category .
Not everyone talking about Unifi routers so i am quiet excited and waiting for next blog.

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