Head to head
Flex 2.5G 8 vs Flex 2.5G 8 PoE.
Identical 2.5 GbE port layout; the question is whether the switch powers your devices or just connects them. The PoE model costs more and sells out faster because it is the natural companion for WiFi 7 APs and cameras. If everything you are plugging in has its own power, keep the difference in your pocket.
Switch Flex 2.5G | Switch Flex 2.5G PoE | |
|---|---|---|
| Right now | In stock | In stock |
| Price | $159.00 | $199.00 |
| Availability (90d) | 100% | 100% |
| Restocks (90d) | 1 | 1 |
| Typical in-stock window | — | — |
| Typical gap between restocks | — | — |
Over the last 90 days both have been in stock about 100% of the time.
Where the Switch Flex 2.5G wins
- Cheaper multi-gig for powered devices
- Same 2.5 GbE throughput
- Usually the better availability of the two
Where the Switch Flex 2.5G PoE wins
- Powers APs and cameras directly
- One-cable installs for WiFi 7 gear
- The version most setups actually want
Decided? Now actually get it.
Whichever you pick, the hard part is catching it in stock. NotiFi watches both around the clock and pushes to your iPhone the moment either restocks.
Prices and availability are observed on the official US UniFi store and update within minutes of a change. Editorial comparisons are NotiFi's opinion; NotiFi is not affiliated with Ubiquiti Inc.

