Citrix SD-WAN vs Meraki SD-WAN comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Citrix SD-WAN
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
21
Ranking in other categories
WAN Optimization (4th), Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN) Solutions (13th), WAN Edge (13th)
Meraki SD-WAN
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
61
Ranking in other categories
Software Defined Networking (SDN) (1st)
 

Featured Reviews

Sammy Mukuna - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 13, 2023
Seamlessly combines Internet and MPLS
In managing a retail network with over a hundred branches, we moved from MPLS to Citrix SD-WAN for cost savings and flexibility. Citrix seamlessly combines Internet and MPLS, enabling us to eliminate MPLS. This shift lets us use different Internet providers at each branch while maintaining…
Jóhann G. Thorarensen - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 12, 2023
Fast and easy to maintain; comes with lifetime guarantee on the hardware
I'm able to access various ports for simple switches and then check things, like the information that I've gotten. We use the solution on a day-to-day basis.  I like the part with the accessibility to the switches, the access point, and the firewalls. Having to set up a closed system…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The stability is the main feature of Citrix SD-WAN. You can also upgrade the data packages or have less transmission."
"The most valuable feature is security, as it gives me the port bindings that cannot be accomplished using other solutions."
"The SD-WAN solution as it is already is quite feature-rich and the upgrade process is very simple."
"We are using it widely for the local record for SaaS-based applications. Another valuable feature is a local breakout."
"The VPN and the load balancing are the most valuable features."
"The tool is quite cost-effective because it replaces the need for MPLS, which is a bit expensive...Citrix SD-WAN doesn't need much maintenance."
"It allows you to combine two asymmetrical connections."
"It allows us to use additional VPNs, offering more options compared to other VPN solutions."
"t is very stable based on our experience and the application performance has been superb."
"The tool is easy to use."
"The dashboard is user-friendly. It's very simple to use."
"The solution has a great UI."
"The product does have a variety of features we can work with."
"Meraki SD-WAN is a scalable solution because changes are being made to the solution, enabling it to work in different environments."
"Meraki can react fast to emerging trends."
"The advantage you have with Cisco Meraki is that they take a lot of that complexity out of the backend."
 

Cons

"I would like to see more customization to adjust for the WAN lock-out due to our unexpected power outages."
"Given that Citrix SD-WAN solved all our problems by providing us with everything we needed to unify communications with our branches and data centers, I cannot suggest anything further in terms of improvements."
"Citrix should continue to offer a perpetual licensing model because it is very important to us."
"I would like to see support for additional reporting."
"The reports need to be improved. We need to have them customized but they don't have that right now. I would like for them to have better system predictions. We don't have that right now. My system may be working fine right now but after making some changes, that can change."
"There are a few things that can be improved, are domain-based routing and the slowness of virtual parts, and it may be due to the wrong configuration, which we have been unable to find out."
"The price is the only thing that could be improved. Citrix is not a cheap solution."
"I am happy with this product. If anything, its price can be reduced. It is a bit expensive."
"The area I think this solution should improve is the pricing."
"Meraki is lagging behind in using a single pipe from service providers. That is, it would be good if they could use both the internet leased line and broadband connectivity."
"Technical support could be more knowledgeable and responsive."
"This solution can only support up to two WAN ports."
"I would like to see more functions added to the next release of Meraki SD-WAN."
"The VPN client could be improved."
"The deployment time of Meraki SD-WAN can vary. For someone new to the process, it could take a couple of hours. However, for someone with hands-on experience, such as myself, it only takes approximately two to three hours to set up the entire configuration."
"There are currently issues with NAT-Unfriendly situations on G4 networks that should be resolved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The license was a one-time purchase. It's expensive."
"It is a bit expensive. A cheaper product would be good, but everybody likes things to be cheaper. We bought the devices up front, and then we pay for the annual support."
"As NetScaler is now, I find it quite pricey."
"I'm not quite sure of the price ranges. Roughly, the hidden devices can scale up to $20K for one appliance. However, the branch CPs are USD $1,000 to $2,500."
"I believe that Citrix SD-WAN is a good investment, but I do not have the information to be more specific."
"The price of the subscription should be cheaper."
"It would be helpful to have a demo license available for customers who want to prove the concept and conduct a proof of concept (POC) before committing to the solution. This is particularly important for customers in Egypt who often require a demonstration of the solution's features and compatibility with their needs before making any investment or incurring costs. Providing a demo license would allow customers to assess whether the solution would meet their needs or not."
"Citrix SD-WAN is quite an affordable product."
"The price of this solution is good, it is not expensive."
"One of the most valuable aspects of Meraki SD-WAN is the price. It is highly cost-effective."
"The product is not expensive."
"I am not aware of the licensing fees."
"From the perspective of the customer, the price is not terribly cost-effective."
"I don't have information on the exact cost of Meraki SD-WAN, but I'd rate it a three out of five just because the licensing model is very much associated with the Meraki solution."
"The solution offers yearly licenses and product lines or prices are readily available on their website."
"There are no licensing costs for the product subscription."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Retailer
9%
Construction Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
22%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Retailer
6%
Construction Company
6%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Citrix SD-WAN?
It lowered our Internet costs and gave me the flexibility to choose providers based on each location's connectivity.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Citrix SD-WAN?
It is on the expensive side. I would give it an eight out of ten in terms of costliness. In my region, the approximate cost for the Citrix SD-WAN license is around $150 per user per year. However, ...
What needs improvement with Citrix SD-WAN?
The only improvement for Citrix SD-WAN would be to lower its cost.
What do you like most about Meraki SD-WAN?
The auto VPN feature is important because it automates many tasks, making things simpler and faster. It helps with setting up devices and changing configurations without manual effort.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Meraki SD-WAN?
Regarding pricing, Meraki SD-WAN is quite competitive, especially compared to solutions like Fortinet. However, it's essential to consider that Meraki requires cloud orchestration, which adds to th...
What needs improvement with Meraki SD-WAN?
The tool has challenges with features like multiple-link support, which currently only supports up to three links. Additionally, it doesn't offer router integration, and forward error correction is...
 

Also Known As

Citrix CloudBridge, WOC, NetScaler SD-WAN
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AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Cornerstone Home Lending Inc., Dallara, ecVision, Essar, Eurofred, Groupe Promutuel, HMSHost Corporation, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Ltd, Royal Caribbean International
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