Internet speed has improved to gigabit, but Wi-Fi performance remains limited.
Internet speed has improved to gigabit, but Wi-Fi performance remains limited.
I switched to a faster connection and am enjoying much higher speeds. My devices connected via Ethernet perform well, but Wi-Fi connections lag behind. The Ubiquiti Dream Machine is set up with UniFi OS version 2.4.27. I used smart queues before switching to fiber, so I turned those off. It's unclear what else might affect performance, but the change seems significant. Available settings on my machine include: Smart Queues - Off, Firewall & Security Country Restriction - Off, Threat Management - Off, Wi-Fi Bands - Off, and Band steering with both 2.4 GHz and 5GHz enabled. On wired connections I use Wireless, which works fine with a phone about two meters away.
WiFi tends to be less reliable, and I’m experiencing the same problem. I understand it’s due to my 5GHz modem running only wireless “N” speeds. What kind of router are you using? You might consider upgrading only if you can afford it.
I believe this Ubiqitui Dream Machine is capable of managing the speeds you mentioned. It seems upgrading isn't necessary since it already performs well with Wi-Fi.
WiFi 5 is now widely used across many bands, and many routers and access points are becoming more affordable. Be sure you're not in a crowded frequency area.
I agreed that 100 mbps or higher works well for my WiFi gadgets. For any essential connections, I use wired setups. I own a UDM Pro for networking; I was a bit puzzled when you asked about the router. Could you tell me which device requires that amount of bandwidth?
Good suggestions, I verified everything and it looks okay. I’m facing the same situation as you—anything requiring a connection needs wiring. I just observed that the WiFi speed is reduced, so I’m checking if there are any overlooked settings or adjustments that might be affecting performance.
How near are you to the router? You should notice a significant improvement in speed within the same room, but performance drops sharply in another space, particularly when the device isn't facing the router directly. This could be due to a desktop PC or laptop. If it's a desktop, check if the antenna on the back is fixed or if you can adjust its position freely with a pigtail. For better reception, think about purchasing a pigtail antenna to relocate it optimally.
As others recommended, I’d use a WiFi analyzer to see if congestion is an issue (many neighbors?). If not, test other wireless gadgets. Consider restarting your iPhone—maybe you haven’t already. This should improve performance beyond what you’re seeing now. It might not reach full Gigabit, but at least 300+ should work.
During Wi-Fi testing, I was in close proximity to my iPhone—about a meter away—and also evaluated speeds on my work laptop, partner laptop, and her MacBook. All devices showed consistent performance. My desktop connected via wired Ethernet and maintained near gigabit rates. Adjusting the channel width to 5GHz improved results slightly, though speeds remained just under 300mbps.
These gadgets are still emerging. From what I've observed, a 300Mbit connection on a 40Mhz channel would fit well with WiFi 5. To approach Gigabit speeds you'd likely need WiFi 6 on a 80Mhz channel, though performance might vary due to interference. I've personally encountered speeds ranging from 500 to 900Mbit in a single day.