Updated August 2025: The UniFi Dream Machine Pro (UDM Pro) and UniFi Dream Machine Pro Special Edition (UDM Pro SE) remain our go-to network routers for UniFi installations. Since our initial review last year, we've successfully deployed over 20 units in various environments, and they've consistently impressed with their reliability and performance. Firmware updates have shown steady improvement, and we haven't encountered any major issues.
The UDM Pro SE has become our preferred choice due to its integrated PoE (Power over Ethernet) functionality. This feature eliminates the need for separate power injectors, making it incredibly convenient when powering multiple PoE access points.
Major 2024-2025 Updates: Ubiquiti has expanded the Dream Machine lineup with the introduction of the Dream Machine Pro Max in April 2024, offering enhanced performance and RAID storage capabilities. Additionally, the new WiFi 7 access points including the U7 Pro Max and the compact Cloud Gateway Ultra provide more options for different deployment scenarios.
This review explores the continuing strengths of the UDM Pro family, examines the new additions to the lineup, and discusses what these developments mean for your networking decisions.
