Thoughts on Ubiquiti Dream Machine as replacement for Netgear AC1750 router?

[craigdt]

Would like better management/logging and better overall network experience.

I basically have zero networking experience, but working from home for wife and I... pretty important to have good wifi.
Hardwiring not really an option right now.

Is there something better I should be looking at for a "pro-sumer" piece of equipment?

 

[Spartacus09]

Which features are you most interested in about the dream machine?
Are you planning on turning on IPS/IDS? if so what speed is your internet?

 

[craigdt]

Which features are you most interested in about the dream machine?
Are you planning on turning on IPS/IDS? if so what speed is your internet?

Gigabit- I typically see 600-700mbps hardwired. 100-200mbps wireless.

I think the appeal is it looks like it can be a simple install or more powerful if needed.

I like the logging and dashboards available, vs virtually nothing.

I think it will provide better wifi, and I can connect their APs if I am able later on.

Some of the security features look nice too.