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Omada Access Points vs Ruckus Wireless comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

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

Omada Access Points
Ranking in Wireless LAN
15th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
15
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ruckus Wireless
Ranking in Wireless LAN
1st
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
106
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Omada Access Points is 3.8%, up from 3.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ruckus Wireless is 12.4%, down from 14.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Ruckus Wireless12.4%
Omada Access Points3.8%
Other83.8%
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer1253430 - PeerSpot reviewer
Development & Innovation Expert at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
They have good specs, and the price is lower than competing solutions
Omada could add some API integrations that would help with our automated solution. We're trying to integrate, and we're having some issues because some of the calls are not there. The API still needs some development. They could also enhance the reporting capabilities. At the same time, Omada's reporting has improved considerably in the latest version. That was an issue for us, but now it seems okay. More carrier-grade integrations should be available on Omada access points in the future. They could also add a hot spot and maybe a mobile upload solution. I still have issues from time to time when switching access points. I'm still connected to the SSID, but my signal drops when I switch from 5 Ghz to 2.4 Ghz. I'm not switched to the other access point that is closer to me. I should have been switched automatically to the other access point. Occasionally, the handoff doesn't work. I have tried this with WiFi 6, and it worked fine, so I think they may have resolved this issue in the latest versions.
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CEO at ajuntament del Prat
Reliable wireless coverage has supported busy operations and has improved daily connectivity
We have areas that are interference-prone. I am not using BeamFlex technology with Ruckus Wireless. We are satisfied, but there are some problems in the current Ruckus Wireless solution that we could not solve two years ago, and we are still waiting for a solution. These are lateral management problems, and we solved them with another type of tools. However, I do not know if the new versions of the product have resolved that issue. We had approximately 150 access points at that time, so we had many points to change. We had another solution five years ago, and we changed all the access points to Ruckus Wireless solution as well as the Ruckus Wireless platform to manage all the access points.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This product is easy to use."
"We use Omada Access Points for the network and Wi-Fi."
"The pricing is reasonable."
"The solution has been dependable and has kept up with modern technology."
"When this solution is set up, it is solid. It offers fast deployment."
"Omada is easy to manage, has cloud management features, and is easy to set up."
"Its sturdiness and cost-effectiveness are the most valuable features."
"The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is easy to deploy and reliable."
"Offers excellent WiFi connectivity and a valuable SmartRoam feature"
"The solution is used for public Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi solution provides internet connectivity in the public platform."
"Ruckus WAPs have excellent coverage and their beamforming means that we can cover more area with fewer WAPs."
"The most valuable features are the coverage and durability."
"​BeamFlex works great in changing environments by bouncing WiFi signals around obstacles​."
"There is better security on our internal SSID/VLAN due to the use of Zero-IT​."
"We are able to quickly identify Rogue WAPs in our network and move to disconnect them immediately when Ruckus alerts us."
"The most valuable feature is the portal."
 

Cons

"There is room for wider improvements and additional features to enhance managing capabilities."
"There should be more remote support for the mobile application."
"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."
"We have some issues with stability. It is not so fast. That is the main problem."
"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."
"It's better for smaller organizations. This would not work for enterprises. It is not very scalable."
"The price of the solution is an area requiring improvement since I want the solution to be made available at a cheaper price than its current market price."
"The technical support could be improved."
"Its security can be improved. It doesn't use Wireless IPS. Therefore, we have to combine WatchGuard that uses a Wireless IPS but is a separate solution. These two solutions work in conjunction. We are using the WatchGuard as a sensor and Wireless IPS, and Ruckus is like a platform that is used for the connectivity of the network."
"They have so many products that there are so many different part numbers for the US and other countries. That means it's easy to make a mistake with the licensing. You have to have somebody knowledgeable on the other end with the licensing. If you make one mistake, it can be a $2,000 mistake."
"Having support available that is more compatible with time zones in the United States would be helpful."
"Its interface could be a little bit more user friendly."
"Sometimes doing mass changes on their products can be challenging."
"The solution is sensitive with reference to power fluctuations. This sensitivity should be improved. Additionally, the solution should have more security features integrated."
"While the Virtual SmartZone appliance has improved in the last few years, it isn’t without issue and the performance of the Web page leaves something to be desired."
"The initial setup could be more straightforward. It would be better if we could seamlessly integrate security tools like a firewall or IPS with Ruckus Wireless."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"TP-Link provides solutions that are more cost-effective than other well-known brands."
"The price of the solution is not a lot for five people to use it."
"Its benefit is that it is cost effective."
"We don't have to pay for the license because the solution has no subscription cost."
"The cost is about 500 Brazilian real per access point, with no additional recurring costs."
"There is no need to pay for the licensing costs since my company is in South Africa. Omada Access Points can be termed as a medium-priced product."
"On a scale of one to ten for pricing, with one being cheap and ten being expensive, I would rate Omada Access Points at a one for its cost-effectiveness."
"TP-Link is a good price. They have a good price. But technology-wise, it has to be better."
"Its price is reasonable for me."
"It depends on the client. You have an initial license cost that you need to buy to bind the access point with the controller. This is a one-time fee. You also have to pay the support fee that, if I remember correctly, is about $25 per access point. Its pricing and licensing can be improved."
"The price of Ruckus Wireless is less expensive than other solutions, such as Cisco."
"We also looked at Cisco and Aruba but Ruckus pricing was better."
"It is a good product, but it is pricey. In terms of the pricing, it is a bit expensive."
"I rate the product price as six to seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price."
"With Ubiquiti, there's no annual cost to keep the software upgraded, whereas with Ruckus, you have to pay an annual fee or three-year fee. That makes it a little more pricey."
"The tool’s pricing is competitive with other alternative solutions’ pricing."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Healthcare Company
6%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise4
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business69
Midsize Enterprise22
Large Enterprise26
 

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Omada Access Points?
Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover. I am looking for an access point that can cover long distances.
What is your primary use case for Omada Access Points?
I am trying to design a wireless network with Omada equipment. I have deployed Omada in office areas, and now I want to deploy it in a hotel. The company size where I usually deploy is medium-sized...
Aruba Wireless or Ruckus Wireless?
At my organization, we researched Ruckus Wireless among other solutions but ultimately chose Aruba wireless. What did we like about Ruckus? First, it was very easy to use, and anybody with minimal...
Which is better - Ruckus Wireless or Cisco Wireless?
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How does Ruckus Wireless compare to Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN?
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Also Known As

TP-Link Auranet EAP, TP-Link EAP, Auranet EAP, Auranet
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Reflections Resort,Sim Lim Square, Hotel Mary Colombia, Peru WISP, Chase Grammer School
American University of Sharjah, Baruch College, Centro Escolar Liceo Santo Tomšs, Chevalier College, Chico Unified School District, Colegio de Fomento El Prado, Columbia Public Schools, Delta School District, Dordt College, Douglas County School District, Drew University, Armonea, Central Utah Clinic, Grove Hill Medical Center, Inner South Community Health Service, Midwest Surgical, Satilla Regional Medical Center, Lyndoch Living, Polonus, Roaring Fork School District, Sonora State, Vivid, Sydney, Players Club, Sandals, Scandic Hotels, Sheraton LAX, Sunbird
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