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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 March 2025, in the Wireless WAN category, the mindshare of Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is 13.2%, down from 15.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cisco Wireless WAN is 2.8%, 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

"Technical support has been good."
"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is scalable. The XV2 model of the solution can support up to 216 people at a time."
"The pricing of the product is very, very reasonable."
"The most valuable features for network performance in the solution are reliability and centralized management through a single controller."
"The solution offers excellent product performance, long-distance coverage, and link reliability."
"The solution's coverage range is good, it is easy to use, and deployment is very easy and user-friendly."
"The initial setup of Cambium is straightforward."
"It is a stable solution."
"The most valuable features of Cisco Wireless WAN are the dashboards, security functionality, and Cisco DNA center. The way the solution has integrated within the fabric of the environment with automation is very good."
"The most valuable features for me are the ease of operation and scalability."
"The ease of management is the solution's most valuable feature."
"This is the most stable product in the market."
"We have found that the product scales well."
"Mobile anchoring and graphic user interface are helpful features."
"The access points and controllers are good."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
 

Cons

"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is stable but sometimes the 2.4 gigahertz network is sometimes not as stable as the 5 gigahertz. The 5 gigahertz works smoothly with everything, but 2.4 has some problems. If we change the configuration I am not sure if it would fix the problem."
"The installation is difficult."
"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 Cambium user interface and configuration should be improved."
"The installation and configuration are a bit complex."
"If it's in a warehouse, it is very hard to deploy."
"The range of the product is disappointing so far."
"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."
"Improvements can be made in the wireless fabric."
"We would like to have the lead times improved."
"The price could be better."
"If encryption could be added, that would be a feature I'd expect from the build."
"The interface is a little bit difficult to understand at times. It would be good if Cisco were to make it user friendly so that everyone can easily configure it without the need to do certifications and courses to learn how to use all of the devices."
"The product could be improved by making installing the operating system on access points easier."
"The new platform of Cisco Wireless WAN I did not like, there weren't many features available. The online platform has more options."
"We found the initial setup to be a bit complex due to the CLI commands."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's licensing cost depends on the number of nodes."
"Its price is in the middle range."
"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN has medium pricing."
"There are not any licenses needed to use Cambium."
"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is a free solution, we only pay for the hardware. The warranty of the hardware is for five years."
"When it comes to licensing costs we have been using the Cambium devices on a trial basis."
"The licensing part of the solution is not very expensive."
"I think the pricing is fine for Cambium."
"It is a bit expensive compared to others."
"Cisco products generally have high list prices, but substantial discounts are available."
"There is a license that is needed for the use of this solution."
"The pricing is good."
"The tool is expensive."
"The license is not subscription-based."
"Cisco Wireless WAN is fairly expensive."
"We pay the licensing fees on a yearly basis."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Real Estate/Law Firm
10%
Government
8%
 

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 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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