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White rectangular wall-plug WiFi 6 access point with matte finish and integrated prongs

Ubiquiti Networks

Ubiquiti Networks U6-Extender-US WiFi 6 access point

SKU CH-Q1Y0-ZACYC MPN U6-Extender-US

A WiFi 6 extender that plugs into a standard wall outlet, delivering 115 m² coverage and supporting 300+ concurrent devices via wireless uplink to a UniFi network

  • Supported standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (WiFi 6)
  • Wireless speed802.11a 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbit/s 802.11b 1, 2, 5.
  • Security featuresWPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2/WPA3)
  • Antenna configuration2.4 GHz 2 × 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO) 5 GHz 4 × 4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO)
  • Transmit power2.4 GHz 22 dBm 5 GHz 26 dBm
  • Operating temperature range-10 to 50 °C (14 to 122 °F)
  • WiFi 6 extender plugs into a standard wall outlet
  • 6 spatial streams deliver up to 4.8 Gbps wireless throughput
  • Covers 115 m² (1250 ft²) for whole-home connectivity
  • Supports 300+ concurrent clients with MU-MIMO on both bands
  • Integrates with UniFi Network for centralised management and guest isolation

Plug-in WiFi 6 extender

The U6-Extender is a wall-outlet access point that adds WiFi 6 coverage using six spatial streams. It supports up to 300 concurrent clients across an area of 115 m² and delivers 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz MU-MIMO performance for homes or small offices.

UniFi ecosystem requirement

This unit cannot operate standalone and must connect wirelessly to a UniFi network managed by a UniFi Console or self-hosted UniFi Network Server. Verify you already run UniFi WiFi and have a free AC outlet at the intended mounting location before ordering.

Thermals and power in use

The device draws power directly from the wall outlet and operates between -10 °C and 50 °C with 5 to 95 % non-condensing humidity. Its compact enclosure uses passive cooling, so it runs silently without fans while maintaining the rated transmit power of 22 dBm on 2.4 GHz and 26 dBm on 5 GHz.

How it compares

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Price $141.99
Cheaper than about 69% of the 782 comparable items (median $253.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameUbiquiti Networks
Product lineWIFI Extender
Model nameU6-Extender
Connectivity
Supported standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (WiFi 6)
Wireless speed802.11a 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbit/s
802.11b 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbit/s
802.11g 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbit/s
802.11n 6.5 Mbit/s to 600 Mbit/s (MCS0 - MCS31 , HT 20/40)
802.11ac 6.5 Mbit/s to 3.4 Gbit/s (MCS0 - MCS9 NSS1/2/3/4, VHT 20/40/80/160)
802.11ax (WiFi 6) 7.3 Mbit/s to 4.8 Gbit/s (MCS0 - MCS11 NSS1/2/3/4, HE 20/40/80/160)
Antenna configuration2.4 GHz 2 × 2 (DL/UL MU-MIMO)
5 GHz 4 × 4 (DL/UL MU-MIMO)
Power
Transmit power2.4 GHz 22 dBm
5 GHz 26 dBm
Size & build
Product dimensionsUS: 169.7 × 112.2 × 32.2 mm (6.7 × 4.4 × 1.3 in)
Product weightUS: 290 g (10.2 oz)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size191 × 152 × 51 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range-10 to 50 °C (14 to 122 °F)
Operating humidity range5 to 95% noncondensing
More details
Security featuresWPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise (WPA/WPA2/WPA3)

Questions about this item

Does the U6-Extender-US ship with a mounting bracket or PoE injector, or must those be purchased separately?

The unit plugs directly into a standard AC wall outlet, so no bracket or PoE injector is needed.

Should I choose the US model or another regional variant for my installation?

The US variant measures 169.7 x 112.2 x 32.2 mm, weighs 290 g and is rated for -10 to 50 °C operation.

What does the 4.8 Gbps WiFi 6 rate mean for real-world throughput on my network?

That figure is the maximum PHY rate on the 5 GHz 4x4 radio; actual throughput will be lower due to overhead, interference and client capabilities.

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