Adding primary or backup mobile broadband to a UniFi network where outdoor reception is stronger.
Our opinion · cited research2022+ model generationUniFi cellular modemsRetailAustralian retail price checkedYes - available independently through retailChecked 13 November 2026
Ubiquiti product image · 6/10 setup ease
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Product facts
What it connects.
Compatibility and hardware facts, not an endorsement.
Product type
Networking accessory
Catalogue inclusion
2022+ model generation
Product family
UniFi cellular modems
Australian availability
Retail · Scorptec
Can be purchased independently?
Yes - available independently through retail
NBN role
Works alongside the home network; it does not replace the NBN connection device or modem by itself
WAN / network role
5G NR or 4G LTE via a mobile data SIM
Ports / connection
1 × 2.5GbE PoE+ connection to the network
Mesh
Not listed
Functions
4G / 5G backup · Outdoor or PoE
Highlights
5G NR and 4G LTE · One nano SIM plus a second nano SIM or eSIM · IPX6, or IP67 with the cable-gland door kit · Pole or wall mount
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Our opinion
The no-fluff view.
EDITORIAL OPINION - BASED ON THE CITED RESEARCH
“Choose this if you already use UniFi and can run Ethernet to a suitable outdoor mounting point.”
Setup ease
6/10. Mount outdoors, aim toward the mobile signal and connect to compatible PoE+ power and a UniFi console or Cloud Gateway.
Observed retail price
$769. Scorptec listed one U5G-Max-Outdoor before delivery.
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Cons and watch-outs
What to verify.
Trade-offs and buying checks, not claims that a product is defective.
Requires a compatible UniFi console or Cloud Gateway.
Use separate equipment for client Wi-Fi.
Confirm the Australian regional model and mobile data plan with the retailer.
Before buying, confirm exact ISP login, VLAN, BYO support and home-phone requirements. Wi-Fi coverage is never guaranteed from a floor-area claim alone.
Australian price & purchase layer
Price and availability
Independent linksThese are not affiliate links
Observed retail price$769 AUD
Scorptec listed one U5G-Max-Outdoor before delivery.
Independent purchaseYes - available independently through retail
For an RSP-supplied router, compare any hardware fee, required plan term, return obligation and locked provider features. For retail hardware, confirm Australian stock and the exact regional model.
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Evidence trail
Check the sources.
Features, retailer stock and RSP-supplied models can change with hardware revision, region, firmware and current offers.
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