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Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar vs ExtremeWireless comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess S...
Ranking in Wireless LAN
23rd
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
ExtremeWireless
Ranking in Wireless LAN
14th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
30
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is 1.7%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ExtremeWireless is 2.2%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
ExtremeWireless2.2%
Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar1.7%
Other96.1%
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

Attila Gyalus - PeerSpot reviewer
Owner at TeloNet
An Easily Deployable and User-Friendly Solution with Rapid Installation
The support of this solution is great. The timeliness of their responses is crucial for me. When I raise an issue, I can count on receiving a prompt reply, eliminating the need for extensive online searches or phone calls. This efficiency is paramount in saving time. In the rare instances where problems arise, they are usually swiftly addressed.
KO
Network Administrator at THK Co Ltd
We manage complex networks with seamless guest and user access while ensuring device authorization
I use enterprise connections where users need to be authorized against radius servers. This feature is common across various products, including ExtremeWireless. Generally, the network management is valuable to me. However, I am unsure how the security architecture enhances our network protection as we typically use the latest firmware for access points. Nonetheless, we had some troubles with roaming, requiring me to install specific firmware to avoid issues.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I have not seen any downtime in the tool."
"With the Captive portal to manage the Guest access is very easy, and with the Spectrum Analysis some very difficult radio issues can be solved with very little effort from my side."
"The initial setup is pretty straightforward."
"We can manage all of the access points and policies from a single pane of glass."
"Configuring Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is easier than Aruba HPE."
"We are very satisfied with the performance."
"There is a definite ROI with this product. This product creates a baseline of technology that will be a means to grow from five to ten years from now. By using this solution, it is an investment on the installation of that baseline."
"With these three types, Alcatel-Lucent can give the client a range of solutions within budget of each, and still guarantee the quality of the solution."
"The most valuable feature is the cloud-managed aspect."
"The solution is easy to use and manage. Overall it is very simple to understand and users do not know it is a cloud solution."
"The security is very good."
"The cloud-based management system is valuable."
"This solution scales very well; we have not yet had problems scaling up to the number of access points that are needed, and our customers are a mix of medium-sized and enterprise-level businesses."
"The most valuable feature is stability."
"Based on my experience, I would recommend ExtremeWireless to others."
"It provides seamless connectivity if you move around."
 

Cons

"Sometimes, we're not able to meet the complex requirement with Stellar."
"Yes, some issues are related to firmware bugs or firmware instability."
"Better integration with third-party systems is what our customers are expecting in the future."
"It is not possible to integrate Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar with third-party software like Opera, a property management system (PMS)."
"Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar's radio management side could be improved."
"Most customers are asking for an on-premises hardware architecture while it is available as a software-based architecture."
"The solution needs to improve access for Mac and iOS devices."
"There are occasional OS bugs."
"The user interface of ExtremeWireless could be better. It is not user-friendly."
"In the next release, I would like to see more security features."
"They could provide different product models. Additionally, there could be a feature to manage devices."
"The ExtremeWireless WiNG Access Point on-premise is not as good as the cloud and many of my customers are switching. It is easier for my clients to manage everything from the cloud. I currently use a model of the controller that does not support any cloud functionality."
"The solution needs to improve its portfolio."
"Our access points device is at its end of life. I can buy one more and then I must buy a new device, but if it is a new device it will not support the old virtual appliance."
"It is a subscription model, so it is maybe a bit pricey."
"The main area for improvement is the company's local visibility."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool is cost-effective, according to our sales team's feedback."
"At times, it appears that the solution's pricing is slightly higher. This makes it challenging to persuade customers who primarily focus on the price."
"It's pricey, but better than similar solutions."
"We find the price comparable to other products on the market."
"Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is a mid-range solution with respect to pricing."
"The price of this product is average and it is a one-time, perpetual license."
"The price is in the range of other brands like Cisco, maybe a little cheaper but you get the same features, facilities, and security. Licensing is something Alcatel is making changes to. A few years ago you would buy a WLAN solution from Alcatel for half the price of Cisco, but you would spend the same amount on licensing. Today this is different and the licensing is cheaper."
"The price of the solution overall is expensive. Additionally, the controller and license are expensive. We pay for an annual subscription."
"The purchase of 350 access points cost approximately $250,000 USD."
"The solution is priced well and we currently are only paying for a license for maintenance."
"The solution has a yearly subscription, and we have to pay additional costs for technical support."
"The license cost per AP is about $150 USD."
"Our access points device is at its end of life. I can buy one more and then I must buy a new device, but if it is a new device it will not support the old virtual appliance. I would need to upgrade our virtual appliance to the next version or build a new virtual appliance with new devices, and it's not good for us. The overall licensing subscription could be better."
"I rate the product's pricing a three or four out of ten."
"It's not as expensive as some and is scalable to our needs."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
14%
Educational Organization
11%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Construction Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise1
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise8
 

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with ExtremeWireless?
There are concerns regarding the stability of ExtremeWireless. It could be an area of improvement, especially when compared to previous solutions such as Motorola before their acquisition. Another ...
What is your primary use case for ExtremeWireless?
We mainly use ExtremeWireless ( /products/extremewireless-reviews ) for the warehouse, specifically for the Zebra handheld devices and printers.
What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeWireless?
Overall, ExtremeWireless has a lot of room for improvement. The main concern is stability. As a user, I focus on supporting the devices and ensuring they meet my client’s needs. While I do not hand...
 

Also Known As

Alcatel Lucent OmniAccess Stellar, OmniAccess Stellar
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Sample Customers

Mineola School District
St. Xavier High School, Americatel, Diamond Light Source
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