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Cambium Networks Wireless WAN vs Cisco Wireless WAN comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 4, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
3rd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.8
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Cisco Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
4th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
73
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Wireless WAN category, the mindshare of Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is 13.7%, down from 15.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cisco Wireless WAN is 2.7%, down from 3.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless WAN
 

Featured Reviews

Arup Kumar Koley - PeerSpot reviewer
Reliable performance and long-distance coverage enhance connectivity
We have been associated with Cambium since its days as a Motorola product, for more than 20 years. The solution offers excellent product performance, long-distance coverage, and link reliability. No nearby product is available for distance and performance that can compete with Cambium. The uptime and reliability of the product are also excellent.
LalanChowdhury - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhances network reliability, offers device longevity and offers open authentication
The device longevity is a factor. enhances network reliability. Specifically, the handoff feature for WAN, when a customer moves from one access point to another in a building or office, is much easier and more reliable if it's controller-based. So, in those cases, we recommend the traditional controller-based solution. Cisco is adding AI features; they've already started in SD-WAN. But in Bangladesh, people are still new to AI. Cisco is including AI capabilities in their devices, so people are gradually adopting them. If they need AI-driven devices for industrial purposes, they can use them. So, Cisco is forward-thinking with these features. Even though they're not being used extensively now, they may be used in the future for things like RFID or automation. That's why Cisco's solution is logical and adaptable.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"It is a good product for cloud management."
"It excels in challenging environments and adverse weather conditions, maintaining high performance without any impact on the link quality."
"The product's scalability features are good."
"The claim management feature is exceedingly simple."
"Cambium Networks' PowerMax feature has been particularly beneficial for WAN connectivity, offering superior coverage compared to other solutions. The standout feature of Cambium Networks for me is its extensive coverage area."
"One could say that Cambium is a scalable solution."
"The solution offers excellent product performance, long-distance coverage, and link reliability."
"It is easy to deploy and has many specialists to help us handle complicated processes."
"We find the product to be stable."
"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"Cisco Wireless WAN is stable and scalable, and the support received is good."
"Stability is one aspect that I find very valuable."
"The initial setup was really easy and straightforward."
"It runs well, without issue."
"The solution offers very good performance, especially for iPhones."
"I give the scalability a nine out of ten."
 

Cons

"I think this product could be improved if It were SMS based. If I have a visitor in my office, I'd like to be able to send them the wireless password as a message via SMS, so I don't have to give it out."
"If they could move from the fixed wireless point to mobile, it will make a big change in the market. The cnPilot coverage should be covering big spaces. It should also have an external antenna, not a built-in antenna."
"The modulation could be optimized for better performance, and the configuration should be made adaptive to ensure dynamic adjustments as needed."
"More high bandwidth is required. A more high throughput radio is necessary."
"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN's support services could be better."
"If someone wants to go to the location-based portal of the product, like the one available in Meraki, it would not be possible, and it is an area that needs improvement."
"The installation is difficult."
"One drawback is that Cambium's on-premises controller needs internet connectivity for installation, which can be a problem for clients who want it offline."
"It needs to increase its strength in capacity."
"There needs to be an adjustment in subscription licenses and their pricing."
"The solution could lower its pricing to make it more affordable."
"The only thing I would like to see is better high availability if you're using the embedded wireless controller."
"The integration support technology should be improved."
"It can be complicated to configure the solution."
"Cisco Firewall cannot recognize some applications and that makes dealing with policies difficult. Even when we whitelist, it does not work well."
"The price point is contentious as the licensing model seems complicated and unclear."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When it comes to licensing costs we have been using the Cambium devices on a trial basis."
"Pricing is fair enough."
"The price of this solution is expensive in Bangladesh. The cost is approximately 56,000 BDT for the XV2 which is expensive. They should reduce their price."
"The solution's licensing cost depends on the number of nodes."
"The price is affordable."
"There are no licensing fees, it's a one-time cost."
"There are not any licenses needed to use Cambium."
"I think the pricing is fine for Cambium."
"The cost of licensing should be improved."
"Cisco is much more expensive than the other vendor solutions."
"It is a bit expensive compared to others."
"The cost of Cisco Wireless WAN is expensive. There is an annual subscription to use the solution."
"The pricing is based on how much is ordered from the vendor and what type of discount they receive."
"The pricing is good."
"Cisco's pricing is quite costly and should be cheaper for both licensing and hardware."
"The solution is not expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Computer Software Company
93%
Manufacturing Company
1%
Real Estate/Law Firm
1%
Government
1%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

Which is better - Cambium or Ubiquiti Wireless?
For me, Ubiquiti was easy to install, configure, set up, and maintain, while also providing solid coverage and better handoffs between APs. This is especially relevant if you are using Apple produc...
What do you like most about Cambium?
The most valuable features for network performance in the solution are reliability and centralized management through a single controller.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cambium?
The solution's licensing cost depends on the number of nodes.
What do you like most about Cisco Wireless WAN?
Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Wireless WAN?
The price point is the main challenge as it seems complicated and unclear. We pay a premium for features we do not use.
What needs improvement with Cisco Wireless WAN?
The graphical user interface is okay, however, the CLI type is not very user-friendly. The GUI is okay, yet it needs more strength in the CLI mode as well. Sometimes, issues are not fully addressed...
 

Also Known As

Cambium PMP Series, Cambium ePMP Series
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Wireless Etc, Agricultural Technology Company in Brazil, Redfox, SKYNET, HOUSTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, APPLEBEE’S
Aegean Motorway, Baylor Scott & White Health, Beachbody, Bellevue, Brunel University London, Bucks County Intermediate Unit , Chartwell School, Children's Hospital Colorado, Cisco Live Milan, City of Biel, City of Mississauga, Dundee Precious Metals, Electricity Authority of Cyprus, Erickson Living, Goldcorp, Great Ormond Street Hospital, Grupo Industrial Saltillo (GIS)
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