Ubiquiti NanoBeam ac Gen2
Score: 81/100
Ubiquiti LOCO5AC
Score: 81/100Rankings
Ubiquiti's NanoBeam 5AC Gen2 combines a 19 dBi antenna with airMAX ac technology to offer up to 450 Mbps over long distances in a compact, weather-resistant package. It lacks newer Wi-Fi 6 support and may struggle in heavily obstructed environments. Suited for ISPs and enterprises needing reliable point-to-point backhaul.
The Good Story bundle of Ubiquiti NanoStation LOCO5AC devices provides a compact 5 GHz bridge with a 13 dBi dual-polarized antenna, delivering 450+ Mbps over distances beyond 10 km using passive PoE. With only a single gigabit Ethernet port and varying power supply options, installation can be less straightforward. Best for installers needing a small-footprint, long-range PtP link.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
450 Mbpsbest | 450 Mbpsbest | |
2best | 1 | |
| ↓ lower better | 907.18 g | 907 gbest |
— | 10,000 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.5 Wbest | 8.5 Wbest |
19 dBibest | 13 dBi | |
24 Vbest | 24 Vbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Frequency Bands (GHz) | 5.150-5.875 | 5 |
Ports(2) | ||
Number of Ethernet Ports | 2 | 1 |
Ethernet Port Speed | 1000 | 10/100/1000 |
Performance(1) | ||
Antenna Gain (dBi) | 19 dBi | 13 dBi |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 907.18 g | 907 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 96.52x241.30x226.06 mm | 179x77.5x59.1 mm |
Mounting Options | Pole‑mount | Pole mount |
General(2) | ||
Certifications | CE, FCC, IC | CE, FCC, IC, RoHS |
Operating Temperature (°C) | -40-80 °C | -40 to 70 °C |
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Professional reviewers commend the NanoBeam 5AC Gen2 for its innovative all-in-one design that packs a high-gain 19 dBi antenna and airMAX ac radio into a tiny enclosure, delivering up to 450 Mbps and exceptional noise immunity in RF-dense environments. They highlight the easy alignment via a 3-axis ball joint, low 8.5 W power draw for passive PoE, and the rugged construction rated for 200 km/h winds as strong points for outdoor deployments.
Professional sources praise the LOCO5AC as an excellent, ultra-compact solution for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint deployments, noting its high gain, updated airMAX AC chipset, dedicated management radio, and cost-effective PoE power delivery, making it a versatile choice for installers seeking performance in a small footprint.
No specific consumer reviews were found; product descriptions imply reliability and ease of deployment, but real‑world user testimonials are absent from the available sources.
