Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite vs Ubiquiti UniFi U6+: specs comparison
How the Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite (access point) and the Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ (access point) differ, worked out only from the values on each maker’s official spec page. No prices, ratings or benchmark scores.
Key differences
- Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ has the faster 5 GHz radio: up to 2.4 Gbps vs 1.2 Gbps.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ has the faster 2.4 GHz radio: up to 573.5 Mbps vs 300 Mbps.
- Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite is lighter: 300 g to 315 g vs 338 g to 413 g for Ubiquiti UniFi U6+, at least 23 g less.
In common: both list Wi-Fi 6 and 1 network port.
Who should pick which
- Pick the Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite if you want the lighter build (300 g to 315 g).
- Pick the Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ if you want a faster 5 GHz radio (2.4 Gbps) and a faster 2.4 GHz radio (573.5 Mbps).
Full specifications side by side
| Spec | Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite | Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6 |
| Radios and bands | 5 GHz 2 x 2 MU-MIMO, 2.4 GHz 2 x 2 SU-MIMO | 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz, each 2 x 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) |
| Maximum data rate | 5 GHz: 1.2 Gbps (80 MHz); 2.4 GHz: 300 Mbps (40 MHz) | 5 GHz: 2.4 Gbps (BW160); 2.4 GHz: 573.5 Mbps (BW40) |
| Maximum clients | 300+ | 300+ |
| Ports / interfaces | (1) GbE RJ45 port | (1) GbE RJ45 port |
| Power / PoE | PoE, 44-57V DC, 12 W max | PoE, 44-57V DC, 9 W max |
| Management | Not stated | Ethernet |
| Mounting | Ceiling, wall (mounts included) | Ceiling, wall (mounts included) |
| Dimensions | 160 mm diameter x 33 mm | 160 mm diameter x 33 mm |
| Weight | 300 g; 315 g with mount | Device: 338 g; with mount: 413 g |
| Source | Official specs · checked 2026-10-28 | Official specs · checked 2026-10-28 |
Questions
What is the difference between Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite and Ubiquiti UniFi U6+?
Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ has the faster 5 GHz radio: up to 2.4 Gbps vs 1.2 Gbps. Ubiquiti UniFi U6+ has the faster 2.4 GHz radio: up to 573.5 Mbps vs 300 Mbps. Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite is lighter: 300 g to 315 g vs 338 g to 413 g for Ubiquiti UniFi U6+, at least 23 g less.
Which is lighter, Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite or Ubiquiti UniFi U6+?
Ubiquiti UniFi U6 Lite is lighter: 300 g to 315 g vs 338 g to 413 g for Ubiquiti UniFi U6+, at least 23 g less.
Every difference above is calculated from the two spec tables, which are copied from Ubiquiti’s official pages. A spec that only one page states is not compared. Variants and options differ by region, so confirm on the official page before you buy. Spotted a difference? Report a correction.