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We performed a comparison between Aruba Instant and ExtremeCloud IQ based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Market share comparison

As of June 2024, in the Wireless LAN category, the market share of Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points is 6.7% and it increased by 131.1% compared to the previous year. The market share of Aruba Instant is 1.9% and it decreased by 20.6% compared to the previous year. The market share of ExtremeCloud IQ is 0.9% and it decreased by 27.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Network Management Applications

3.8%

Network Access Control (NAC)

0.5%

Featured Reviews

Gyan Sharma

Assistant Programmer at Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha

Apr 17, 2024

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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Luca Brunetta

Administrator at Eurotel S.r.l.

Aug 19, 2022

Reliable, easy to expand, and helps improve functionality

There is one particular thing that I see that needs improvement. It is a software characteristic, and it is during the reboot. During the startup of the AP, the AP tells you that you are using the wrong password. However, I have realized that this is not true. The AP sees that it's not ready to get the login, and it replies you wrote a wrong password, yet that is not true. The real issue is that the AP is not ready. You get the right login, if you wait five minutes with the same password, it will work. The login is successful. This "wrong password" message should be "Wait, the AP is rebooting."

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reviewer1781973

Director at a educational organization with 11-50 employees

May 26, 2022

It's intuitive, and it gives you as much or as little control over security as you want

We do training here, so we have several people coming into our system, and they're logging in with their phone or PC. ExtremeCloud IQ gives us some control, which our admin considers crucial The tech who handles Extreme IQ tells me it's easy to use and learn. He felt like it was pretty intuitive.…

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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 stable."

"The most useful feature of Juniper Wireless AP is the reporting Marvis."

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

"The solution is pretty generic and easy to use."

"The artificial intelligence feature is very good."

"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."

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

"The most valuable feature of Juniper Mist is the Virtual Network Assistant, powered by artificial intelligence."

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"The most valuable features of Aruba Instant are management and performance."

"The quick setup and automatic code embedded in one access point is really useful."

"The products offer a lot of flexibility. Almost everything can be configured. It works very well for providing remote services."

"The solution is stable, and we are satisfied."

"Aruba Instant is cloud-based, and thus, it improves wireless network performance on cloud platforms. The solution allows network monitoring through devices like mobiles and desktops, which is a feasible option. The tool also has Bluetooth settings so a user can deploy Aruba Instant through a serial number or the Bluetooth option."

"The most valuable feature of Aruba Instant is its cloud capability, which allows us to manage it through the cloud."

"The integration with ClearPass is the most valuable feature."

"It is easy to use, manage, and implement."

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"What I like best about ExtremeCloud IQ is its ease of use. Flexibility is another pro of ExtremeCloud IQ. I also find ExtremeCloud IQ feature-rich."

"HiveManager is extremely easy to use for anyone with little network experience."

"I like ExtremeCloud IQ's unified single-pane-of-glass dashboard. It offers a lot of visibility of performance, and it's great for troubleshooting. You don't have to go to 55 different places. You can get the information you need with just a few clicks."

"Integrated Firewall in every AP (with DPI inspection) is a killer feature and it is included already in the price of licence (with others, this feature is an add-on licence)."

"Everything can be seen from the dashboard."

"Its configuration and deployment are the most valuable."

"What our customers like the most is that this device is so rugged. It has very good performance and throughput. Its console is very easy to use and has many features, which makes it different from its competitors. Cloud IQ has all the features built into the console, whereas other solutions require you to integrate multiple solutions with their consoles. You don't need to add anything extra with Cloud IQ. With this single solution, you can do almost everything."

"It excels in Wi-Fi and switch management, as well as other internal management aspects, offering speed and efficiency that surpass what other competitors provide."

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Cons

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

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

"The pricing should be made cheaper."

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

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

"The solution is expensive."

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

"The price could be better."

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"It is a software characteristic, and it is during the reboot. During the startup of the AP, the AP tells you that you are using the wrong password. However, I have realized that this is not true."

"The captive portal through Facebook doesn't work."

"It would be better if Aruba Instant could provide more security for customers."

"The tool needs to enhance its security features."

"The tool's customer service should improve."

"I think that the next release should offer IP phone security/firewall."

"The product’s GUI must be improved."

"The connectivity of the solution can use some improvement."

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"We have had some mediocre to poor experiences with tech support: Conflicting information, condescending attitudes, and reluctance to work to resolve an issue."

"Integrating the network access control solution can be complex, as it essentially combines two separate products."

"I know a school district, a big school district of mine, ripped out Extreme due to inefficiencies. It was the guest network that can be a struggle. They tried to differentiate between their primary network, and then offer a secondary."

"I would like to see more security features such as NAC integrated to the solution. This would allow customers to be able to control all other users under one dashboard."

"They can improve just the onboarding process. More user information about the introduction to the product would be helpful. It would be good if they have a better user introduction to the new product because it is different than the prior version."

"A mobile app would be awesome."

"There can be an improvement by incorporating two-factor authentication or multi-factor authentication for security. Advanced network access control features and application control features should be added to manage applications. Many customers are interested in managing data, such as setting data quotas for individual users."

"Certain features only exist or work in certain versions."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is too high."

"The pricing is fair."

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

"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."

"The solution is expensive."

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

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

"I rate the product’s pricing a two out of ten."

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

"The product is reasonably priced."

"I would rate the pricing a five out of ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive."

"I rate the product's price a five on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive."

"The cost was affordable."

"The product has increased its pricing by at least 30 percent."

"Aruba Instant is affordable."

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"Start small and grow big. You can choose the basic Aerohive Connect free subscription solution and, later, if needed (in terms of functionality) you can upgrade to Aerohive Select."

"Previously, ExtremeCloudIQ provided free licensing for all the basic requirements of their customers. An advanced cloud user had to purchase advanced licenses for automation and advanced country features at the enterprise level. They have restricted the licensing, allowing only up to ten units for testing, which is challenging. This limitation becomes problematic, especially in countries like Sri Lanka or other Asian countries, where customers face economic challenges and have limited budgets. The previous free option was beneficial, but it has become tougher to manage with these new changes. They should revise their pricing structure, offering the basic features free of charge for up to 50 AP. Larger entities with more than 50 APs have the budget to support them. Still, it becomes more difficult for small and medium-sized businesses with less than 50 APs to allocate a significant budget for control and management features."

"This solution offers annual licensing that is middle of the range in terms of cost."

"The pricing is so cost-effective that it leaves no room for competition with other vendors."

"Customers need to pay a yearly licensing fee for ExtremeCloud IQ, which is a little bit expensive."

"For example, if you compare Aruba vs Aerohive, you need to check which licences from Aruba you need to match the functionality of Aerohive (usually you need at least three types of licences and a controller with redundancy). The same goes with Cisco, where you need buy additional licences for central management, firewall, spectral analysis, WIPS, PPSK, etc. Aerohive has a very simple model - one licence for all the functionalities - and you can believe that there are many. One licence makes it easy to maintain, scale, renew and you can plan your costs 10 years in advance."

"Bring the cost down."

"ExtremeCloud IQ's pricing is high."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

18%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Educational Organization

Computer Software Company

15%

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

Government

Computer Software Company

16%

Government

11%

Educational Organization

Comms Service Provider

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Small Business

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 very reasonable in terms of pricing, especially when compared to competitors like Cisco.

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

Someone enrolled in the tool will deploy it in our organization. Later, I could not enroll in the account until they ...

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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 Aruba Instant?

I find network management features related to monitoring Wi-Fi usage and visited sites particularly valuable. Content...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Instant?

The tool's pricing is neither cheap nor expensive.

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What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?

Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they h...

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What do you like most about ExtremeCloud IQ?

The Client 360 feature provides a comprehensive view of your clients and their activities, including the devices they...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?

ExtremeCloud IQ's pricing is high.

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Comparisons

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 42% of the time

Aruba Wireless vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 20% of the time

Ruckus Wireless vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 14% of the time

Cisco Wireless vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 7% of the time

Cambium Networks Wireless LAN vs Juniper Mist Wireless Access Points

Compared 1% of the time

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Omada Access Points vs Aruba Instant

Compared 20% of the time

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs Aruba Instant

Compared 15% of the time

Ruckus Wireless vs Aruba Instant

Compared 13% of the time

Aruba Wireless vs Aruba Instant

Compared 11% of the time

Cisco Wireless vs Aruba Instant

Compared 2% of the time

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Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 17% of the time

Ubiquiti Wireless vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 14% of the time

Mist AI and Cloud vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 11% of the time

Aruba Wireless vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 10% of the time

Cisco Prime vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 2% of the time

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Also Known As

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

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Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity

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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.

Aruba Instant delivers the only controllerless Wi-Fi solution that is easy to set-up, and loaded with security and smarts needed to accelerate your business without breaking your budget.

ExtremeCloud is a resilient and scalable cloud-based network management solution offered by Extreme Networks as a subscription service.

The network is your platform of engagement for clients and staff. We have designed ExtremeCloud to provide superior user experience by empowering you and the applications that drive your business. The combination of Extreme Networks’ smart wired and wireless edges and the elasticity, resilience and scalability provided via state-of-the-art datacenters distributed strategically for worldwide availability allows you to respond to the changing needs of your business, at the speed of cloud, through a simple, multi-site aware user interface.

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Purdue University, Orlando Magic, Brussels Airport Company, Molecaten Holiday Parks

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange

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