Ubiquiti UniFi Pricing 2026
Complete pricing guide with plans, hidden costs, and cost analysis
Ubiquiti UniFi uses custom pricing — contact their sales team for a quote.
Ubiquiti UniFi uses custom pricing as of March 2026 with 3 plans available. Contact Ubiquiti UniFi directly for a personalized quote. Plans: Self-Hosted Controller (free), and UniFi OS Console (free). Enterprise pricing is available on request. Pricing depends on your chosen tier, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: Yes
Ubiquiti UniFi offers 3 pricing tiers: Self-Hosted Controller, UniFi OS Console, Third-Party Cloud Hosting. The UniFi OS Console plan is small to medium businesses wanting dedicated hardware.
Compared to other wifi management software, Ubiquiti UniFi is positioned at the budget-friendly price point.
- 5 documented hidden costs beyond list price
How much does Ubiquiti UniFi cost?
Ubiquiti UniFi Pricing Overview
Ubiquiti UniFi uses custom pricing — contact their sales team for a quote. The Self-Hosted Controller plan is free and is best for it professionals managing their own infrastructure. The UniFi OS Console plan is free and is best for small to medium businesses wanting dedicated hardware. The Third-Party Cloud Hosting plan requires contacting sales for a custom quote and is designed for those wanting cloud management without self-hosting.
There are at least 5 documented hidden costs beyond Ubiquiti UniFi's list price, including implementation, training, and add-on fees.
This pricing was last verified in February 4, 2026.
All Ubiquiti UniFi Plans & Pricing
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Hosted Controller | Free | Free | IT professionals managing their own infrastructure |
| UniFi OS Console | Free | Free | Small to medium businesses wanting dedicated hardware |
| Third-Party Cloud Hosting | Contact Sales | Contact Sales | Those wanting cloud management without self-hosting |
View all features by plan
Self-Hosted Controller
- Free software
- Self-hosted on your hardware
- No recurring license fees
- Full network management
- UniFi Network Application
UniFi OS Console
- Hardware purchase required
- No software fees
- Local management
- All UniFi applications
Third-Party Cloud Hosting
- Cloud-hosted controller
- Remote access
- Managed by third-party providers
How Ubiquiti UniFi Pricing Compares
| Software | Starting Price | Top Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ubiquiti UniFi | Custom | Custom |
| Aruba Central | $5/per device per month | $15/per device per month |
| Cisco Meraki | $8/per access point per month | $25/per access point per month |
| ExtremeCloud IQ | $8/per device per month | $15/per device per month |
| Juniper Mist | $10/per access point per month | $20/per access point per month |
Ubiquiti UniFi Pricing FAQ
01 Is UniFi controller software really free?
Yes, the UniFi Network Controller software is completely free with no licensing fees. You can install it on your own hardware or use a dedicated UniFi device.
02 What are the hosting options for UniFi Controller?
You can self-host on Windows/Mac/Linux, use a Cloud Key or Dream Machine, or pay for third-party cloud hosting starting at $9-15/month.
03 Are there any subscription requirements?
No mandatory subscriptions. All core functionality is included free. Optional cloud hosting and advanced analytics are available but not required.
04 How does UniFi pricing compare to competitors?
UniFi has no recurring management fees unlike Meraki or Mist, making it significantly cheaper over time. Main costs are upfront hardware purchases.
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