Winner
16% OFF
$79.99
$94.99
Updated October 2026
Data from the official TP-Link and Ubiquiti sites.
2026 verdict
In this 2026 TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro vs Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra comparison, TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro comes out ahead thanks to price, mesh Wi-Fi, and WPA3 encryption.
It has the clearer edge on price, mesh Wi-Fi, and WPA3 encryption, and it stays ahead on LAN 2.5 gbps RJ45 ports and USB storage. Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize rating and WAN & failover above everything else here. As a general recommendation, TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro comes out on top.
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| Feature | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro | Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | £111.38 | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.5 | Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra |
| Mesh Wi-Fi | YES | NO | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| WPA3 Encryption | YES | NO | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| LAN 2.5 Gbps RJ45 Ports | 1 | 0 | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| WAN & Failover | None | Multi-WAN, WAN Failover | Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra |
| USB Storage | FTP, Samba, Time Machine, Media Sharing | None | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| VPN | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, PPTP VPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN, DDNS | VPN Client, VPN Server, OpenVPN, L2TP/IPSec VPN, WireGuard VPN | TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro |
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | NO | NO | Tie |
| LAN Port Count | 4 | 4 | Tie |
| Parental Controls | Wi-Fi Pause Schedules, Instant Wi-Fi Pause, Block Content | Block Content | Tie |
Winner
16% OFF
$79.99
$94.99
- + Price: $79.99
- + Mesh Wi-Fi: YES
- + WPA3 Encryption: YES
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5
- - WAN & Failover: None vs Multi-WAN, WAN Failover
£111.38
- + Rating: 4.5
- + WAN & Failover: Multi-WAN, WAN Failover
- - Price: £111.38 vs $79.99
- - Mesh Wi-Fi: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro or Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra?
TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, mesh Wi-Fi, and WPA3 encryption.
What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro and Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra?
Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro lists $79.99, while Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra lists £111.38.
Which one looks better on price?
TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro is listed at $79.99, while Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra is listed at £111.38. TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro (better spec).
Who should buy TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro?
Choose TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro if your priority is price and mesh Wi-Fi and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra?
Choose Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Ultra if your priority is rating and WAN & failover and that matters more than price.
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