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Juniper WLC Series vs Mist AI and Cloud comparison

Juniper WLC Series and Mist AI and Cloud are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Juniper WLC Series is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.4, while Mist AI and Cloud is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.7. Juniper WLC Series holds a 0.8% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Mist AI and Cloud’s 2.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Juniper WLC Series users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 76% of Mist AI and Cloud users who would recommend it.
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100% willing to recommend
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76% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Juniper WLC Series and Mist AI and Cloud compete in the realm of wireless network solutions. Mist AI and Cloud appear to have the upper hand due to their AI-driven programmability and robust automation capabilities, according to data comparisons.

Features: Juniper WLC Series offers reliable high-speed connectivity, support for wireless standards, and a consistent network configuration process. Mist AI and Cloud include AI-driven programmability, robust automation, and an efficient Marvis virtual assistant that enhances troubleshooting efficiency and user experience.

Room for Improvement: Juniper WLC Series lacks features like WPA3 support, limited integration and traffic monitoring, and faces an end-of-life phase. Mist AI and Cloud exhibit high costs, limited multilingual support, and challenges with technical documentation, needing plug-and-play improvements and better integration options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Juniper WLC Series offers excellent technical support and detailed documentation, suitable for on-premises deployment. Mist AI and Cloud provide flexible deployment with private and public cloud options, strong technical support, and comprehensive documentation, boasting versatile deployment methods.

Pricing and ROI: Juniper WLC Series is deemed pricey but cost-effective for its time and money savings potential. Mist AI and Cloud involve high setup and licensing costs, intensifying larger deployments' expenses. Users find Mist AI justifies its cost due to its features, although a significant yearly licensing cost is noted.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Juniper WLC Series
Ranking in Wireless LAN
18th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Mist AI and Cloud
Ranking in Wireless LAN
8th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
8.2
Number of Reviews
22
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Juniper WLC Series is 0.8%, down from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Mist AI and Cloud is 2.7%, down from 3.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Matilda Elwell - PeerSpot reviewer
Offers visibility and cost benefits
The tool has given us more visibility, but I'm not very technical, so I can't comment on specific features. However, the diagnostic tools for identifying system issues have greatly improved, which we appreciate. We still use Cisco ICE for authentication on the Juniper network, as we did before. We've seen cost benefits with the Juniper WLC Series, which was a key factor in our decision-making during the proof of concept. Besides cost improvements, we've also noticed better resolution of issues and faults in our help desk, thanks to the enhanced features.
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ALEXANDRE VIANNA - PeerSpot reviewer
Scalable and AI-driven automation helps in quick implementation
I have a global customer who wants to start the design phase in a big warehouse, but we do not have the equipment to do a site survey. I need support for the access point to implement in a freezer area. I do not have it. The customer tried to send one piece of equipment to Brazil. However, we had a problem because the customer needed to implement it in three months, and it took two months to send one equipment to Brazil.
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It's easy to set up, and I feel it's very secure. I also prefer its reporting feature. The devices are quite good."
"Juniper Wireless is reasonable, with a bit of complexity compared to Alibaba and SQL."
"The tool has given us more visibility, but I'm not very technical, so I can't comment on specific features. However, the diagnostic tools for identifying system issues have greatly improved, which we appreciate. We still use Cisco ICE for authentication on the Juniper network, as we did before. We've seen cost benefits with the Juniper WLC Series, which was a key factor in our decision-making during the proof of concept. Besides cost improvements, we've also noticed better resolution of issues and faults in our help desk, thanks to the enhanced features."
"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."
"It is a very stable solution."
"It prevents a large number of unauthorized modifications of access point devices."
"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."
"The installation process is very easy."
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"This solution helps customers save time and fix problems proactively."
"The most useful aspect of Mist AI and Cloud is automation capabilities."
"Has an extremely good feature set."
"Multi PSK (Pre-shared Key) is a very good feature in the solution...Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"It's really easy to provision and support. Those are its main features."
"The AI deployment process involves adding access points and placing them in the designated area. The AI system automatically adjusts channel selection and transmission power without any issues with stability or throughput. It has improved network performance."
"The triangulation feature can be used to determine where a person is in relation to the access point."
"The Marvis feature of Mist AI, an artificial intelligence tool, is very useful."
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Cons

"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."
"There could be more information from the controller, and it could be easier to work with the controller lights. It's not easy to bring up the upgrades."
"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."
"We would prefer it if the solution could be less expensive."
"Juniper WLC Series has certain shortcomings in traffic monitoring."
"Juniper lacks a network access control agent similar to solutions like Alubakya Path and Cisco ISE."
"The solution could offer more integration with other products."
"There could be a high level of security."
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"There seems to be different versions of standards used in the wireless access points. In the future, it would be helpful if the solution could come up with some kind of universal standard for all devices and all access points."
"Mist AI and Cloud should improve its integrations."
"Currently, the solution lacks the ability to configure with other solutions from other vendors."
"Regarding opportunities for improvement in Mist, it is notable for its robust cloud portal and integration of artificial intelligence into various services, creating a highly efficient environment for work. However, a drawback lies in the cost associated with its WiFi offerings. With a pricing range of twelve hundred to fifteen hundred dollars for a single Access Point, exclusive of the subscription, it is acknowledged as a relatively expensive solution in the realm of WiFi services. Despite this drawback, the positive attributes of Mist make it a noteworthy option."
"Configuration could be improved."
"There could be more integration."
"The inter-functionality with other vendors was a negative for us."
"Mist AI and Cloud need to improve the configuration speed."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Juniper WLC Series is a bit pricey but worth its cost."
"The licensing cost is quite high, but considering it's an enterprise solution, the complexity justifies the price."
"There is a certain amount that needs to be paid towards the licensing charges associated with the product, but though I am not sure, I feel the licenses that we have in our company are for three years."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"The product is relatively affordable for enterprise companies."
"The price is about the same compared to other vendors. There is an add-on license, but it's up to you if you want to buy it or not."
"Mist AI and Cloud is expensive."
"The custom licensing is a little bit expensive and I would rate it 7.5 out of 10."
"The price of Mist AI and Cloud is approximately 20 percent less than competitors, such as Aruba and Cisco. However, Cisco has a lifetime warranty for its solutions."
"I rate the pricing a seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is low and ten is high."
"The solution is expensive in Brazil."
"The annual cost is a significant issue for us, and it notably contributes to the overall price. We have a customer with nearly fifty-eight access points in a multifunctional building, and while the setup was relatively simple, the yearly licensing cost is substantial. For the specific features we utilize, the licensing amounts to about forty thousand euros annually. This is not a trivial expense and significantly impacts the overall cost, making it quite high."
"The price of this product is approximately the same as competing products in the market."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Retailer
7%
Educational Organization
31%
Computer Software Company
17%
Retailer
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
 

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Juniper WLC Series?
Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment.
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What needs improvement with Juniper WLC Series?
The network coverage of Juniper WLC Series and Cisco is different. We need to add additional access points.
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What is your primary use case for Juniper WLC Series?
Our main uses include corporate connectivity for our 4,500 staff, guest access, Wi-Fi for about 20 public libraries, partner Wi-Fi, gov Wi-Fi for government organizations, and Eduroam for the educa...
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What do you like most about Mist AI and Cloud?
AI-driven automation helps implement the solution quickly.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Mist AI and Cloud?
The price is very high in Brazil because of the high tax. The solution is expensive in Brazil.
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What needs improvement with Mist AI and Cloud?
There are many aspects of AI, and how acquisitions are proceeding, particularly between Juniper and Aruba, remains unclear. From a Juniper perspective, there is a need for further improvements in t...
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Also Known As

Juniper WLAN
Mist Access Points
 

Overview

WLC Series Wireless LAN Controllers deliver and manage wireless local area networks with the highest level of reliability, performance, security, and management in the industry. They integrate secure, wireless LANs with any size wired infrastructures, from small branch offices to the largest enterprise or university campus.
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Mist AI uses a combination of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science techniques to optimize user experiences and simplify operations across the wireless access, wired access, and SD-WAN domains.

Data is ingested from numerous sources, including Juniper Mist Access Points, Switches, Session Smart Routers, and Firewalls for end-to-end insight into user experiences. These devices work in concert with Mist AI to optimize user experiences from client-to-cloud, including automated event correlation, root cause identification, Self-Driving Network™ operations, network assurance, proactive anomaly detection, and more.

Juniper also leverages Mist AI for next-generation customer support. It is the foundational element behind Marvis, the industry’s first AI-driven Virtual Network Assistant, which provides extensive insight and guidance to IT staff via a natural language conversational interface.

With Mist AI, operators save time and money with faster problem resolution and fewer onsite visits. Users benefit from a network infrastructure that is more predictable, reliable, and measurable.

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Sample Customers

Apollo Hotel Papendrecht, Armstrong Atlantic State University, Bajaj Capital, Baloise Insurance, BAS Group, Borealis, Danish Crown, Deloitte Belgium, Jan Yperman Hospital, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, MercaSID, S.A., NHTV Breda University, Parklands College and Christopher Robin Pre-Primary, San Antonio Community Hospital, Sandia National Laboratories, Springfield Public Schools (SPS), St. Catherine University, TalkTalk, The Education Village, University of Copenhagen, University of the Highlands and Islands, University of the West of Scotland (UWS), Valdosta State University, Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), zulily
Dartmouth, Hitachi, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Nebraska Furniture Mart, NTT, Okta
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