Ruckus (CommScope)
Ruckus R550
The RUCKUS R550 is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 indoor access point designed for dense environments like classrooms and offices. It offers dual-band concurrent operation on 2.4GHz and 5GHz, supporting 2x2:2 spatial streams for peak data rates up to 1.8 Gbps. This AP efficiently manages up to 512 client connections, extending coverage with its patented BeamFlex+ adaptive antennas. It integrates BLE and Zigbee for converged IoT access and supports SmartMesh for resilient wireless meshing. A separate power adapter is required for operation.
$577.80
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
515
/ 641
#515 in Wireless Access Points
Price vs Category Average
-20%
Below average
Wi-Fi Standard
802.116802.115802.114
/ IEEE ax (Wi-Fi ), IEEE ac (Wi-Fi ), IEEE n (Wi-Fi )
Who it's for
- Superior Coverage and Reliability (BeamFlex+)
- High-Density Wi-Fi 6 Performance
- Flexible Deployment and Management
Who should skip it
- Higher Initial Cost
- PoE+ Requirement for Full Performance
- Complexity of Advanced Features
Key Specs
Wi-Fi Standard
IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), IEEE 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5), IEEE 802.11n (Wi-Fi 4)
Maximum Data Rate
1.8 Gbps
Radio Chains/Streams
2x2:2 (2.4 GHz), 2x2:2 (5 GHz)
Ethernet Ports
2 x 1GbE (one port supports PoE)
Client Capacity
Up to 512 concurrent connections
Operating Temperature
0 °C to +50 °C
Power Source
PoE support
Dimensions
180mm x 180mm x 40mm
Features
- High-capacity Wi-Fi 6 performance
- Adaptive antennas for enhanced coverage
- Built-in IoT radios for converged access
- Automated optimal throughput with ChannelFly
- Resilient, self-healing mesh networking
- Efficiently handles increased device density
- Offers improved coverage and affordability
- Supports up to 512 concurrent clients
What customers say
Customers highly value the Ruckus R550 for its exceptional reliability and robust performance, especially in demanding, high-density settings. The adaptive antenna technology consistently delivers superior coverage and stable connections, making it a dependable choice for mission-critical Wi-Fi. Users appreciate the seamless transition to Wi-Fi 6, which enhances capacity and future proofs the network. Furthermore, management via the intuitive Unleashed firmware is praised for its simplicity in setup and oversight. While the initial cost is noted as higher, the long term stability and reduced troubleshooting often justify the investment for businesses prioritizing consistent network quality and uptime.
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