AirMagnet Survey PRO vs LinkSprinter comparison

AirMagnet Survey PRO and LinkSprinter are both solutions in the Network Troubleshooting category. AirMagnet Survey PRO is ranked #7 with an average rating of 6.5, while LinkSprinter is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.0. AirMagnet Survey PRO holds a 8.4% mindshare in NT, compared to LinkSprinter’s 6.6% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of AirMagnet Survey PRO users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of LinkSprinter users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

AirMagnet Survey PRO

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 5, 2025

LinkSprinter and AirMagnet Survey PRO are products competing in the network testing and analysis category. AirMagnet Survey PRO holds an advantage due to its comprehensive features, suited for in-depth network analysis.

Features: LinkSprinter offers essential network testing with a focus on affordability, basic diagnostics, and ease of use. AirMagnet Survey PRO provides advanced Wi-Fi design and analysis, detailed reporting, and heat maps.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: LinkSprinter has a simple deployment process, ideal for quick tests, and offers responsive customer service. AirMagnet Survey PRO requires a more involved setup due to its extensive capabilities, supported by detailed guidance and specialized support.

Pricing and ROI: LinkSprinter is cost-effective for basic testing with a low setup cost, appealing to budget-conscious organizations. AirMagnet Survey PRO requires a higher initial investment but offers significant long-term value with its comprehensive features.

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AirMagnet Survey PRO vs. LinkSprinter

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

AirMagnet Survey PRO

Ranking in Network Troubleshooting

7th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Modeling and Simulation (2nd)

LinkSprinter

Ranking in Network Troubleshooting

5th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Diagnostics (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Network Troubleshooting category, the mindshare of AirMagnet Survey PRO is 8.4%, up from 5.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of LinkSprinter is 6.6%, down from 9.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Troubleshooting

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Mark Witherspoon

Wireless Services Manager at Veritas Managed Solutions

A solution for site verifications and enhanced with adapters that provide more realistic readings, but needs to support Wi-Fi 6E

Ekahau and AirMagnet Survey have their own pros and cons, in my opinion. For example, the APs are not visible in Ekahau but AirMagnet Survey allows us to see what APs and channels are being used in a live view, which Ekahau lacks. In Ekahau, the signal from the AP it's capturing at that time is visible which is a bit of an inconvenience. The predictive planner of AirMagnet's is better. However, Ekahau has advantages over AirMagnet because it groups all the SSIDs into one AP, whereas with AirMagnet, one needs to group them manually. Ekahau also supports Wi-Fi 6E, but its licensing is restrictive and more costly.

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JamesStout

IT Director at JVS Consulting

A small, convenient tool that is very stable, but needs to have a longer battery life

They could make it easier to set up originally, because the initial setup can be quite hit and miss. It is also quite battery intensive, so it might last a bit longer if it had a lithium battery. You're always having to replace the batteries, so it would be good if it could be USB-charged or something like that.

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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

"We use the solution for Wi-Fi and networks."

"The predictive survey is the most valuable feature. I use it quite often."

"The benefit is with the ease of use of the software, I am able to show the customer, "Here is what your wireless coverage looks like." It is set up in a fashion that non-technical people can understand it."

"It is reliable and easy to use (user-friendly). The heat mapping, passive network surveying, and doing the heat mapping of a building's wireless network allows me to see what level of coverage an area has."

"The most valuable features are the survey, spectrum analysis, and reporting."

"The addition of the AirMapper software on the nXG and our AirCheck G2s has helped a lot because we're mostly not drilling down into the data. Local managers only need to see the coverage on their end and whether there are performance bottlenecks. These things are easy enough for us to ascertain with iPerf."

"Using the products to ensure the safety of our equipment that we have a lot invested in."

"It allows us to prepare more real designs. Later, we validate them with actual surveys."

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"The tool fits in your pocket, so it's easy to carry and you don't have to have a big bag of tools."

"The solution provides switch port and VLAN information."

Cons

"It would be nice to have some more training resources for younger techs. We can use them if we need some assistance, but that usually requires one of us who knows what we're doing to calibrate the programs properly."

"The surveying features are in need of improvement, along with general usability."

"It'd be nice if it was cheaper, however, you get value for your money."

"Less time consumed doing the real surveys."

"When you conduct an active survey and then want to use it for design work, it's actually not very useful."

"The user interface needs a lot of improvement. The auto-placement of access points is not accurate."

"But it's definitely a more expensive solution than other ones."

"Printouts are JPEG printouts. The AirMagnet software is proprietary. I can't send my customers a file, because it is AirMagnet file, even for building projects. I can only send JPEGs or screenshots of heat maps."

More AirMagnet Survey PRO cons

"They could make it easier to set up originally, because the initial setup can be quite hit and miss."

"The solution should improve cable testing."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool's pricing is medium."

"This product is very expensive."

"There is an annual cost of the solution. There are some additional charges, such as support and maintenance."

"The moment we began needing more of the vendor's support, the cost became very high; we switched to another solution."

"For technical support, you need an annual license, but it is not worth it."

"The licensing of AirMagnet Survey is different when compared to Ekahu. It is a third of the cost of Ekahau but there are no dedicated laptops to the Sidekick. AirMagnet allows you to license an adapter and share that adapter."

"The pricing needs improvement."

"You pay for the device, but you don't have to pay for the app."

"The product is a little bit overpriced."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

14%

Government

Retailer

Educational Organization

Healthcare Company

18%

University

Hospitality Company

Computer Software Company

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about AirMagnet Survey?

We use the solution for Wi-Fi and networks.

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What needs improvement with AirMagnet Survey?

AirMagnet Survey needs to support Wi-Fi 6E otherwise they can lose to the competition. They also need to allow better grouping of SSIDs to one AP, removing the need to filter manually. At the momen...

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What is your primary use case for AirMagnet Survey?

We use AirMagnet Survey, for site verifications after the wireless system has been installed. We conduct pre and post-install surveys with it. We have reduced the use since now our customers requir...

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Overview

AirMagnet Survey PRO provides efficient wireless network surveying and design capabilities, optimizing access point placement with dual passive-active surveys, spectrum integration, and real-time analysis.

AirMagnet Survey PRO offers comprehensive tools for wireless coverage optimization. It facilitates accurate SNR/RSSI data collection and features multi-floor planning with robust reporting capabilities. The software enables efficient spectrum analysis, predictive mapping, and simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz surveys, saving significant time. Users appreciate its intuitive interface, which aids technical assessments and visual displays. However, they suggest improvements in multi-floor integration, file import options, and a more dynamic license system. Enhanced cloud storage support, improved auto-placement features, and better device compatibility are also on the wishlist.

What are the key features of AirMagnet Survey PRO?

Dual Passive-Active Surveys: Streamline access point placement with dual survey types.
Antenna Customization: Tailor antenna parameters for optimal performance.
Predictive Mapping: Visualize potential coverage areas before deployment.
Spectrum Integration: Analyze interference and optimize signal paths.
Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Surveys: Conduct faster, comprehensive surveys across frequency bands.

What benefits should users look for in reviews of AirMagnet Survey PRO?

Accurate Data Collection: Highly precise SNR/RSSI measurements improve network assessments.
Time Efficiency: Reduce survey duration with dual-band simultaneous assessments.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies complex tasks with intuitive visual tools.
Comprehensive Reporting: Offers detailed analysis and insights into network performance.
Cost Savings: Efficient planning and troubleshooting lead to reduced deployment costs.

In industries like hospitality, education, and healthcare, AirMagnet Survey PRO is instrumental in wireless network surveying and design. These sectors rely on the software for precise Wi-Fi coverage assessments, spectrum analysis, and real-time signal checks, using heat maps to identify dead zones for pre and post-installation verifications. Some opt for alternatives to support newer technologies like Wi-Fi 6E.

NetAlly

The LinkSprinter Pocket Network Tester verifies the functionality of copper Ethernet links and identifies errors in less than 10 seconds. The tester reveals network connectivity status and port information while ensuring documentation for every link. The comprehensive AutoTester measures PoE voltage, performs a switch test, and confirms the DHCP server is running and responsive. The tester also verifies gateway/router, internal IP service, and cloud reachability. When paired with the secure Link-Live Cloud Service, the Network Tester automatically uploads results and allows annotation of results enabling job supervisors to easily manage the progress of deployment and troubleshooting tasks assigned to their team.

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Sample Customers

Houston Methodist Hospital, Love's Travel Stops

Cisco, Marriott, Sands Expo, Valparaiso University, Memorial Hermann Health Care System, Mount Sinai, Cox Enterprises, George Washington University, University of Iowa.

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