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SonicWall SonicWave Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

SonicWall and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. SonicWall is ranked #19 with an average rating of 10.0, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #7 with an average rating of 7.8. SonicWall holds a 0.4% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of SonicWall users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 81% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.
SonicWall SonicWave Access ...
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100% willing to recommend
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81% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and SonicWall SonicWave Access Points compete in the wireless solutions category. Ubiquiti WLAN often leads in terms of pricing and ease of deployment, while SonicWave Access Points are preferred for their comprehensive security features and customer service.

Features: Ubiquiti WLAN is known for its scalability, intuitive management, and extensive range. SonicWave Access Points provide advanced security, fast throughput, and seamless integration with existing security tools.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Ubiquiti WLAN offers a straightforward, self-directed setup appealing to tech-savvy users. SonicWave Access Points deliver comprehensive deployment support and proactive customer service, suitable for enterprises seeking guidance and quick resolutions.

Pricing and ROI: Ubiquiti WLAN is recognized for cost-effective solutions offering good ROI, ideal for budget-conscious projects. SonicWave Access Points require a higher initial cost but justify this with enhanced security features and reliability, appealing to businesses investing in premium solutions.

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Categories and Ranking

SonicWall SonicWave Access ...
Ranking in Wireless LAN
19th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ubiquiti WLAN
Ranking in Wireless LAN
7th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
42
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of SonicWall SonicWave Access Points is 0.4%, down from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.1%, down from 7.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Winsley De Oliveira - PeerSpot reviewer
An industry-leading security and wireless solution packaged in one box
We make our customers SonicWall clients. We have a solution package: If you have a contract to network with us, we will deliver SonicWall firewalls, access points, VPN clients, and all the other equipment with the SonicWall solution. We have been selling this solution for the past 30 years. We had a customer three months ago struggling with a Fortinet solution. We convinced them that the Fortinet solution would not work perfectly during renewal. We made a bet and delivered SonicWall equipment for free for one week, and if they had no more issues, they would buy it. That's precisely what happened. The customer ended up purchasing an $80,000 SonicWall solution. The SonicWall SonicWave Access Points are a good product compared to Cisco, Sophos, and Fortinet. In Brazil, Ruckus is taking market share in some key areas, such as hotels and hospitals. They are into big solutions with thousands of access points. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
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Geoff Rubin - PeerSpot reviewer
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 platform's most valuable feature is the ability to provide cloud access to configure and manage devices."
"A good management tool that can be managed through the cloud or firewall."
"Unlike the Cisco solution that needs a dedicated wireless controller outside of a firewall, SonicWall has everything in one box. Fortinet is close to it."
"The solution has a lot of great features."
"The initial setup process was relatively straightforward, with only minor challenges typically caused by user errors, such as password mismatches."
"I use Ubiquiti WLAN because it's cheap and performs well. The range is its best feature for improving network performance."
"Ubiquiti WLAN's best feature is the free controller system software."
"The product’s most valuable feature is the workflow-driven setup for the infrastructure component."
"Ubiquiti provides good connectivity for the end-user, so I think it's 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."
"would rate the scalability a nine out of ten. It is very scalable."
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Cons

"We have a lot of overlapping wireless networks with a lot of cheap equipment that does not run on any rules or regulations. The best way to improve the wireless network, like in SonicWaves, is to defeat these networks by isolating, preventing them, or overcoming their wireless signal. We try to do that, but I live near an airport, and the AirPortRadar glitches my wireless network every nine seconds."
"The product's pricing is high and could be improved."
"Integrating with the firewall and management console was a little complex."
"The solution could improve by having a cloud version. A cloud version is the easiest to configure anywhere in the world."
"The solution should improve stability."
"The statistics you can get on it are a bit limited from what I have seen so far."
"When they release new products, you should know if there backward compatibility, or do you have to replace the entire forklift, It is useful to understand their strategy and where they are headed."
"Its scalability, UI, and security features could be better."
"I think the main area for improvement with Ubiquiti WLAN is that they need to be far more specific in explaining the advantages of one product versus another. They have many access points - over 30. We often get questions about the right product for specific circumstances, and it's difficult to answer them clearly."
"It is not a stable solution."
"The solution is stable but could improve."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The platform offers yearly licenses."
"The pricing of the SonicWave Access Points solution is different in the US and Brazil. In the US, the solution is priced more competitively than other vendors. In Brazil, the exchange rate is a problem. To address this, SonicWall managers in Brazil are running several sales promotions and improving the price of new units."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"When comparing the price of Ubiquiti WLAN to Aruba the price is reasonable."
"Its cost is reasonable."
"The tool is affordable."
"It is a stand-alone price."
"The software to control it is free. The license is when we buy the Cloud Key."
"The pricing is very reasonable."
"Ubiquiti has a good price compared to the other ones."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Educational Organization
8%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The platform's most valuable feature is the ability to provide cloud access to configure and manage devices.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The platform offers yearly licenses. We receive all the support services through our partners. Thus, there are no extra costs involved. However, some partners might charge for deployment services.
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What needs improvement with SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The product's pricing is high and could be improved. They could introduce a version that is low in terms of cost, considering the market they cater to. Additionally, they could provide a variety of...
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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 features for a one-time fee and no ongoing licensing fees. Ubiquiti Wireless is ve...
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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 outdoors. It provides an enterprise-level WIFI while remaining cost-effective. U...
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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 27% of the time
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Compared 18% of the time
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Compared 17% of the time
Huawei Wireless vs Ubiquiti WLAN Logo
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Compared 16% of the time
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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

SonicWave 200 Series, SonicWave 200 Series Access Points, SonicWave 400 Series, SonicWave 400 Series Access Points
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Overview

SonicWall SonicWave series wireless access points (APs) combine high-performance IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless technology with flexible deployment options. These APs can be managed via the cloud using SonicWall WiFi Cloud Manager (WCM) or through SonicWall's industry-leading next-generation firewalls.

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

 

Sample Customers

St. Dominic's School for Girls
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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