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 #9 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 2.8% 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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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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Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points is 5.7%, up from 2.6% compared to the previous year. 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 2.8%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Featured Reviews

Gyan Sharma

Assistant Programmer at Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha

Offers good performance, good solution and smooth implementation

I do have a suggestion: it would be helpful to have even stronger security features to help protect against interference from other nearby access points that aren't part of our network. If there are access points from other brands installed nearby; they can cause interference and disrupt the range of our Mist access points. So, the security features could be stronger, especially in terms of authentication. The connectivity is excellent, but security needs improvement. In future releases, integrating more AI features would be beneficial. If Mist had stronger AI features, it could provide better security against network threats and cyberattacks. So, this solution still needs to improve its AI capabilities. It would be great if the AI could improve the range of the access points, and auto-protect functionality should be there to avoid interference by other nearby access points and enhance threat detection. In the future, I'd like to see stronger threat detection features integrated with Mist, as well as better detection of nearby access points that might cause interference.

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Matilda Elwell

Technical Team Leader - Network &Security at STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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

CTO at Redeswirelessbrasil

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

"The solution is very secure."

"For the most part, it does what it's supposed to do, and I like it. It's a great product."

"The solution is stable."

"In terms of reporting, in terms of all the user reports, it's very rich."

"The most valuable feature of Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series) is the ability to troubleshoot ports on the network. Additionally, when there is an update on the APs they are able to reboot quickly reducing downtime. Other solutions have a longer downtime when updates are done."

"The AI capabilities of Mist Wireless are superior to other OEMs."

"The product is quite user-friendly and easy to deploy, so one should definitely consider buying it."

"It provides private network access, helping us protect our company’s devices."

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"It is a very stable solution."

"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."

"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."

"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."

"It's easy to set up, and I feel it's very secure. I also prefer its reporting feature. The devices are quite good."

"The installation process is nice and easy."

"The installation process is very easy."

"Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment."

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"There are several valuable features. One of them is Cibas, and another one is Marvis."

"The most useful aspect of Mist AI and Cloud is automation capabilities."

"AI is the most valuable feature."

"Mist AI and Cloud is the best solution I have seen in the industry, especially from the artificial intelligence perspective, as it helps businesses."

"Has an extremely good feature set."

"Ability to control the access points by groups."

"The cost is the most valuable aspect of this solution."

"The tool's best part is the GUI. It is user-friendly and fast due to AI features. The solution can help you fix things with AI, which is impressive."

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Cons

"Supporting multiple protocols would be beneficial."

"Improving third-party integration is key for Juniper Mist's next release."

"I need a bit more time with it before criticizing the features."

"Though certain security features are integrated into the product, my company has to always look forward to tightening certain security functionalities in the solution."

"If you want to do more specific stuff, it's a bit limited."

"Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series) could improve if the MIST platform had a built-in master key. This would be an advantage."

"Improvement is needed in the user-friendliness of Juniper Mist, particularly in enhancing the interaction with AI features."

"The price could be better."

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"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."

"Juniper WLC Series has certain shortcomings in traffic monitoring."

"The solution could offer more integration with other products."

"We would prefer it if the solution could be less expensive."

"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."

"The solution should create configuration documentation."

"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."

"There could be a high level of security."

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"The solution lacks documentation."

"Mist AI and Cloud should be marketed more and focus on making partners in the industry."

"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."

"Juniper should integrate all their dashboards instead of having separate dashboards...Since it lacks the integration of dashboards, Juniper needs to improve it."

"Currently, the solution lacks the ability to configure with other solutions from other vendors."

"The inter-functionality with other vendors was a negative for us."

"Mist AI and Cloud need to improve the configuration speed."

"There are some technical issues that may require attention"

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We pay maybe 1000 SEK per year, per access point."

"I rate the pricing an eight out of ten."

"Juniper Wireless AP's price is a little more expensive than other solutions, but you get what you pay for."

"I rate Juniper Mist's pricing a ten out of ten since it is expensive."

"The pricing is something Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series) can work on. The pricing is very high compared to the competition."

"The pricing is fair."

"The pricing is too high."

"The solution is expensive."

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"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."

"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."

"The product is relatively affordable for enterprise companies."

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

"The custom licensing is a little bit expensive and I would rate it 7.5 out of 10."

"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."

"I rate the pricing a seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is low and ten is high."

"The price is not cheap, but it's a reliable solution and very easy for management."

"Depending on the features, I think it's quite reasonably priced, especially considering the facilities of the product."

"The solution is expensive in Brazil."

"Mist AI and Cloud is expensive."

"The price of this product is approximately the same as competing products in the market."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

17%

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Educational Organization

29%

Computer Software Company

18%

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Financial Services Firm

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series)?

The solution is very secure.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series)?

Juniper Mist is cheaper than Meraki, placing it in the middle of the pack.

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What needs improvement with Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series)?

Supporting multiple protocols would be beneficial.

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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, ...

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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?

Most of our customers are global companies. There is no local support for Mist in Brazil. There is no equipment for t...

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Comparisons

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Compared 15% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

Aruba Instant vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 1% of the time

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Aruba Wireless vs Juniper WLC Series

Compared 29% of the time

Ruckus Wireless vs Juniper WLC Series

Compared 21% of the time

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Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs Mist AI and Cloud

Compared 32% of the time

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Compared 24% of the time

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Compared 13% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Also Known As

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Overview

Juniper Wireless Access Points work in conjunction with Juniper Mist Cloud Services and Mist AI to deliver premier wireless access capabilities. The Juniper Mist Edge extends microservices to the campus to bring agility and scale while enabling new applications at the edge.

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.

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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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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