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ExtremeCloud IQ vs Juniper Mist Wired Assurance comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 2, 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

ExtremeCloud IQ
Ranking in Network Management Applications
12th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
77
Ranking in other categories
Network Access Control (NAC) (10th), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (16th)
Juniper Mist Wired Assurance
Ranking in Network Management Applications
16th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.2
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Network Management Applications category, the mindshare of ExtremeCloud IQ is 2.9%, down from 2.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Juniper Mist Wired Assurance is 3.6%, down from 6.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Network Management Applications Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
ExtremeCloud IQ2.9%
Juniper Mist Wired Assurance3.6%
Other93.5%
Network Management Applications
 

Featured Reviews

José Roldan - PeerSpot reviewer
Ingeniero De Preventa at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Has improved network monitoring with AI-driven insights and centralized device management
The best features of ExtremeCloud IQ include the integration of different vendors in one dashboard, the evolution of the manager, and any devices in networking. The impact of ExtremeCloud IQ on my organization is positive as the deployment is for a hybrid solution, using third-party vendors and cloud solutions for Extreme devices, switches, IP, and access points or SD-WAN solution devices. My IT team is occupied with other jobs, and ExtremeCloud IQ helps with monitoring networking at low costs. For networking and access points, it acts as a controller in a cloud environment, eliminating the need for an appliance controller or wireless LAN controller, thus saving on investment and reducing TCO costs.
IhorShtanko - PeerSpot reviewer
Juniper Technical Consultant at MUK
Reduces the number of trouble tickets and is easy to deploy and troubleshoot
Deployment is straightforward and quick. This solution uses templates that simplify configuring for many devices simultaneously. If some network devices miscontribute or have a problem in configuration, I can solve this problem without an administrator. It collects many parameters from each device, and after that, we can get good reports about working equipment and the network. With this installation process, you must first prepare configuration templates in the cloud. After that, you can easily add new devices without further configuration. Once the devices connect to the cloud, they automatically receive the configuration. It doesn't take more than one hour, depending on the network. I rate the initial setup a ten out of ten, where one is difficult and ten is easy.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I would recommend Aerohive to anyone seeking a robust cloud-based WIFI system."
"The management/monitoring system really helps a lot in managing and monitoring the WiFi environment."
"I'd encourage anyone to use Aerohive products, they've been trouble free, they're timely with upgrades (including new functionality)."
"With multiple tasks, Aerohive has been a huge time saver and streamlined our IT tasks."
"The tech who handles Extreme IQ tells me it's easy to use and learn. He felt like it was pretty intuitive. It comes with solid training materials. He also has talked about the security features that give you as much or as little control as you want."
"The HiveManager integration with the VPN Gateway is awesome."
"The support organization behind this product is extremely professional."
"I never worry about the WiFi being down."
"The most valuable feature of Juniper Mist Wired Assurance is zero-touch provisioning for query edge switches. You can connect the switch directly to your edge locations and then directly onboard, similar to the Cisco Meraki solutions."
"The customer chose this solution because it helped reduce the number of trouble tickets. It’s easy to deploy and troubleshoot, as the solution uses AI to identify root issues."
"The product greatly improved our organization in terms of making configuration, deployment, and firmware upgrades easy for multiple automated devices."
 

Cons

"First time users may find it difficult to get going into the right direction."
"A nice-to-have would be the possibility to set an expiry date for guest users in the User Manager."
"There are some minor bugs in parts of the software which can cause some issues from time to time, but it's like any other piece of software."
"Aerohive pricing is a little high on the hardware and licensing, but for the price, I like them very much."
"The 120 character requirement for reviews is unnecessary."
"Pricing is a bit expensive."
"The solution's performance needs to be enhanced because of a very high delay."
"I struggled with the documentation. I expected comprehensive documentation and videos but found them to be too simple."
"The platform’s monitoring tool is not up to the mark. It is not proactive enough and lacks some capabilities. Additionally, they should work on providing integration with other vendors."
"This cloud solution is built on microservices, and Juniper continuously adds new ones to enhance performance or introduce additional services."
"The configuration aspect of the solutions is relatively new, but I have had positive experiences. However, for more advanced tasks, such as VXLANs on the EX platform, Juniper Mist Wired Assurance may not be the best option due to certain limitations. Nonetheless, it does have a CLI override feature for specialized configurations that cannot be done through the GUI."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is so cost-effective that it leaves no room for competition with other vendors."
"Previously, ExtremeCloudIQ provided free licensing for all the basic requirements of their customers. An advanced cloud user had to purchase advanced licenses for automation and advanced country features at the enterprise level. They have restricted the licensing, allowing only up to ten units for testing, which is challenging. This limitation becomes problematic, especially in countries like Sri Lanka or other Asian countries, where customers face economic challenges and have limited budgets. The previous free option was beneficial, but it has become tougher to manage with these new changes. They should revise their pricing structure, offering the basic features free of charge for up to 50 AP. Larger entities with more than 50 APs have the budget to support them. Still, it becomes more difficult for small and medium-sized businesses with less than 50 APs to allocate a significant budget for control and management features."
"I did a multi-year license. It was a three-year license. It compares well with others in terms of the price. It is about a hundred dollars per year on a three-year scale."
"Extreme is twice as cheap compared to Cisco due to the currency exchange. Normally, I think Cisco would be a little bit more expensive, but there wouldn't be that much of a difference."
"ExtremeCloud IQ's pricing is high."
"It is not the cheapest product but I think that the price is reasonable because you get a lot of support of it's needed."
"ExtremeCloud IQ's pricing is medium, but its support contract costs more."
"Bring the cost down."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Construction Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Government
8%
Construction Company
8%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business45
Midsize Enterprise14
Large Enterprise24
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Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?
Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?
The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period. The documentation and training courses were also costly, impacting how easily I c...
What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeCloud IQ?
I use ExtremeCloud IQ's real-time analytics. In the cloud solution, I get reports, and it works together with machine learning and artificial intelligence for those reports. This tool permits the c...
What needs improvement with Juniper Mist Wired Assurance?
This cloud solution is built on microservices, and Juniper continuously adds new ones to enhance performance or introduce additional services. These updates often include new features for routers, ...
What is your primary use case for Juniper Mist Wired Assurance?
I was involved in providing various solutions, including a Wi-Fi solution for a large warehouse and retail company for their stores and headquarters. We provided some integration services for local...
What advice do you have for others considering Juniper Mist Wired Assurance?
This solution is excellent for educational institutions like universities and schools and large companies with multiple offices or large headquarters that require high-quality wireless services. It...
 

Also Known As

Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity
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Sample Customers

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange
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