Omada Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

TP-Link and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. TP-Link is ranked #14 with an average rating of 8.0, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #6 with an average rating of 7.8. TP-Link holds a 3.6% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of TP-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 81% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and Omada Access Points compete in the wireless networking category. Ubiquiti often holds the upper hand owing to its ease of deployment and cost-effective solutions.

Features:Ubiquiti stands out with ease of setup, remote management capabilities, and robust network tools like heat maps and proactive alerts. Its simple pricing model without recurring fees and comprehensive documentation are highly favored. Omada is notable for its reliability and compatibility with both wired and wireless technology. It offers effective network control with modern interfaces, appealing to budget-conscious buyers looking for ease of integration with cloud-based management.

Room for Improvement:Ubiquiti could enhance its support infrastructure and troubleshooting tools. Areas like signal strength adjustment and cloud-based management are identified for improvement. Omada seeks improvements in scalability and advanced security measures for larger enterprises. Enhancing configuration flexibility and adding features like automatic interference handling are suggested to improve user experience.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service:Both Ubiquiti and Omada support on-premises deployments, but Ubiquiti offers more flexibility with public cloud options. However, both receive criticism for relying heavily on community forums for support. Ubiquiti’s deployment is straightforward but could improve in customer service responsiveness. Omada provides adequate community support but users call for more immediate professional guidance.

Pricing and ROI:Ubiquiti is known for its affordability with a one-time purchase model devoid of licensing fees, providing a strong ROI for SMEs. Omada Access Points are budget-friendly with attractive upfront pricing, although additional licensing costs may accrue for certain features, still serving companies well without heavy operational overheads.

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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 Omada Access Points is 3.6%, up from 2.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.1%, down from 8.0% 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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Prasad Wijesooriya

IT Manager at Hala Equipment Trading LLC

Well-suited for mobile and portable device usage but issues with stability

The problem is that when the number of users increases, TP-Link automatically drops the speed, and in terms of coverage, it falls short. We are not using any industrial-level equipment or accuracy. We are looking for something at the industrial level, advanced Access Points, not the basic ones from TP-Link. Omada Access Points could be improved in terms of connectivity and speed. That is the main thing. The other thing is security. Currently, most people are sharing their passwords, allowing unauthorized users to access Wi-Fi networks. So, the main areas for improvement are security, accessibility, and speed.

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Geoff Rubin

CEO at Forward Thinking Network Consultancy Ltd

Useful for network management and far more competitive than the other leading American brands

As an importer and distributor, we don't spend any time installing Ubiquiti WLAN products ourselves. We only resell the products to installers and don't do any installations directly. From my knowledge, though, the installation process is extremely straightforward. We get very few technical questions from our customers who do the installations. Based on our experience as distributors, I can say that virtually every installation we deal with now is centered around the UniFi Gateway. Although we don't handle installations directly, more companies rely on Ubiquiti gateways instead of standard options like FortiGate switches as routers. With the new UDM Pro Max product, Ubiquiti WLAN has covered the whole spectrum from home installations to the largest possible enterprise installations.

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

"The simplicity is great."

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

"The most valuable feature of the solution is Marvis, the AI-driven network management system."

"The solution is stable."

"With Mist, every Wednesday they roll out new features."

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

"Mist AI is a very powerful feature. Juniper is the only company that has introduced AI into networking."

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"This product is easy to use."

"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."

"The solution has been dependable and has kept up with modern technology."

"The initial setup is not complicated."

"Omada Access Points are very good in terms of wired technologies and wired connectivity."

"Omada is a good solution that I would recommend, and it is less expensive while providing good results."

"We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for delivering WiFi services in Romania. Our customers are happy, and I've been satisfied with Omada's performance as an engineer."

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"The solution is scalable."

"The most beneficial thing about Ubiquiti is that it is simple to deploy."

"Ubiquiti WLAN's best feature is the free controller system software."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is stable."

"There was a time when we were using Cisco switches and attempting to integrate Ubiquiti UniFi switches into our network infrastructure. Eventually, after some effort, we managed to understand the process. Initially, it was challenging to configure the unified console to manage virtual networks alongside internal networks effectively. We had to comprehend how both systems would integrate carefully. It became apparent that maximizing the usage of Cisco switches required a thorough understanding of how UniFi operates at the backend."

"You can save backups of this controller locally and then I can export it to wherever I want."

"All of the interfacing is very good."

"Ubiquiti WLAN's most valuable features are that it works well in a hybrid environment and isn't heavy on resources."

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Cons

"Juniper should make the products more affordable."

"The pricing should be made cheaper."

"The pricing is very high in the Indian market."

"The solution is expensive."

"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."

"There is room for improvement in terms of support and installation."

"The price could be better."

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

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"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."

"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."

"The technical support could be improved."

"Upgrading the hardware capabilities to newer versions like Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 7 would be a helpful improvement."

"Omada's ordering platform could be improved, though. Some of their distributors are a pain to work with."

"It is less affordable for smaller businesses."

"TP-Link Auranet EAP is not very efficient, they need to improve it."

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"It is not a stable solution."

"The product’s bandwidth could be better."

"Cloud management is one feature that should be included in the next release. This tool is best suited for small environments, not large and complex ones."

"The room for improvement is in the controller levels."

"Its scalability, UI, and security features could be better."

"The logs are not detailed enough. You can't clearly see what is being blocked in Ubiquiti WLAN, making the troubleshooting process a little bit harder."

"When I started to upgrade, the controller for Unbuntu was really struggling to start up, however, that has since been solved."

"Ubiquiti lacks troubleshooting tools. For example, there aren't tools that your clients can use to gather input on the AP itself. There's no visibility in the application layer or reporting. It doesn't have a lot of management features."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"The solution 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."

"If a customer has a budget of around five lakhs in Indian currency, they can afford Juniper products."

"I rate the product price as a six on a scale of one to ten, where one is inexpensive, and ten is expensive. It is a reasonably priced tool."

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

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

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"The price of the solution is not a lot for five people to use it."

"TP-Link provides solutions that are more cost-effective than other well-known brands."

"The cost of Omada is much better than Aruba and Cisco, and it does what we need it to do in most cases. Around 10 percent of our clients need a more carrier-grade solution for mobile platforms."

"Its benefit is that it is cost effective."

"TP-Link is a good price. They have a good price. But technology-wise, it has to be better."

"The price is affordable, and we haven't had any additional costs due to having a limited number of users."

"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."

"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."

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"The solution is cheap. I rate its pricing as three out of ten."

"The tool is affordable."

"The tool's price is good and falls somewhere in the middle."

"Ubiquiti has a good price compared to the other ones."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is fairly well priced and available as a one-time purchase."

"The tool's price is very friendly."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."

"The software to control it is free. The license is when we buy the Cloud Key."

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Top Industries

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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 TP-Link Auranet EAP?

We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for de...

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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.

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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 ...

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Is Ubiquiti Wireless better than Ruckus Wireless WAN?

Ubiquiti Wireless is extremely easy to set up and is an excellent option for small businesses, offering enterprise fe...

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Which is better - Ubiquiti WLAN or Aruba Instant?

We researched Ubiquiti and Aruba when looking for a WLAN solution. Ubiquiti offers good WLAN access both indoors and ...

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What do you like most about Ubiquiti WLAN?

Anyone can buy the product off the shelf and configure it.

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Comparisons

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 1% of the time

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Also Known As

Juniper Wireless Access Points (AP Series), Mist Access Points

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

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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.

Omada access points provide a business-class wireless network solution that’s flexible, manageable, secure, and easy-to-deploy. The free EAP Controller software allows users to manage hundreds of EAPs at multiple sites, all from a single location. The ability to control, adjust and visualize the entire network from any connected PC makes centralized business Wi-Fi management more efficient than ever before. Omada EAPs also feature captive portal and advanced RF management functions, which make them ideal for demanding, high-traffic environments such as campuses, hotels, malls and offices.

UniFi is a revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, a central management controller and disruptive pricing.

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Reflections Resort,Sim Lim Square, Hotel Mary Colombia, Peru WISP, Chase Grammer School

NASCAR Grand-AM, Maritime Parc, Outdoor Music Festival, One Republic Tour, British Armed Forces, Arcadia School District, Bartlett School District, Universidad del Azuay, Estelar Hotels, Intercontinental Bali, Moscow - Enforta, Miami - Sling Broadband, Manhattan - MST, Ecuador - Aire.EC

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