Ubiquiti PowerBeam ac
Score: 83/100
Ubiquiti LOCO5AC
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Ubiquiti PowerBeam PBE-2AC-400 provides long-range 2.4 GHz point-to-point links up to 12 miles with an 18 dBi dish and low 7.5 W power draw. Its single-band operation and single Ethernet port limit high-throughput scenarios. Best suited for WISPs or rural sites needing reliable, low-power backhaul over many miles.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
330 Mbps | 450 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 3,606.6 g | 907 gbest |
19,955 mbest | 10,000 m | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.5 Wbest | 8.5 W |
18 dBibest | 13 dBi | |
24 Vbest | 24 Vbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Frequency Bands (GHz) | 2.4 | 5 |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | 1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 |
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 330 Mbps | 450 Mbps |
Effective Range (m) | 19955 m | 10000 m |
Antenna Gain (dBi) | 18 dBi | 13 dBi |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 7.5 W | 8.5 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 3606.6 g | 907 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 144.78 x 495.3 x 508 mm | 179x77.5x59.1 mm |
Mounting Options | Pole | Pole mount |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, NDAA Compliant | CE, FCC, IC, RoHS |
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Professional reviewers emphasize the PowerBeam PBE-2AC-400's exceptional beam directivity, noise immunity, and cost-effective deployment. They commend its dedicated management radio, robust ESD protection, and the flexibility of pole-mount installation, positioning it as a strong choice for long-range 2.4 GHz links.
Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the PowerBeam PBE-2AC-400's exceptional beam directivity, noise immunity, and cost-effective deployment. They commend its dedicated management radio, robust ESD protection, and the flexibility of pole-mount installation, positioning it as a strong choice for long-range 2.4 GHz links.
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.
