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.
SonicWall SonicWave Access Points offer robust management through cloud or firewall solutions, unlike Cisco where everything is integrated in one product. Similar to Fortinet in functionality, these access points provide valued security features. Despite complex firewall integration, cloud access for configuration facilitates management. However, the setup poses challenges for new users, with high pricing and interference issues from overlapping networks. Effective management of access points can be daunting without familiarity with the system.
