You require an Ubiquiti access point suitable for your network setup.
You require an Ubiquiti access point suitable for your network setup.
I remember setting up three access points using Ubiquiti years ago—they performed excellently, even auto-configuring when I added more devices. Now I’m back after five years away, and my needs have changed a lot. I’m looking for improved Wi-Fi coverage throughout my home. The current setup has limitations because I can’t cover both the house and workshop areas equally. Should I focus on a single long-range Ubiquiti device or consider two more affordable options? I already have a LAN cable at both ends, and I’ve attached a photo showing how my existing networks are positioned. My closest network is near the workshop, which works well with a stronger USB antenna, but it’s not very reliable. I’m committed to using only Ubiquiti, but I realize I might need more devices and broader coverage than just one long-range unit. I’m unsure what the best path is.
It seems there might be some confusion about how your Wi-Fi setup is intended to work. If you've already configured three Ubiquiti access points but only have two Wi-Fi networks, they shouldn't operate as separate networks—they should connect and merge into one unified network. Regarding the workshop area, it appears you're trying to extend your home Wi-Fi signal from your house without a direct wired connection.
What items are currently inside the house? What setup do they have? Also, is there a network connection available to the workshop via Ethernet? LR is designed for areas with minimal physical interference that can block wireless signals.
If you know how to configure Ubiquiti setups, install a couple of APs (their Wi‑Fi 6 models should be available soon) and you're finished. They’re installed the same way as before. The controller is free if you run it on your own machine. Adding more APs usually beats using higher power ones unless client density becomes a problem—here it isn’t an issue. I’ve always thought LR type APs are a bit of a gimmick because broadcast range is limited by the FCC, and more often it’s your device and obstacles that matter, not the AP itself.
Keep in mind that AP supports only WiFi 6 at 5GHz frequencies; it remains WiFi 4 on 2.4GHz, which means it won’t gain speed when you’re beyond the 5GHz range. This isn’t a major issue unless you rely heavily on 2.4GHz for IoT devices. It’s odd they don’t clearly state this in their marketing.
Discussing this for fellow enthusiasts... Reports indicate that LR models might differ slightly in antenna alignment from Lite/Pro versions, resulting in a broader signal spread. This adjustment helps keep power output compliant while shifting the signal direction to suit different uses.