Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar and Omada Access Points compete in the wireless network solutions category. Alcatel-Lucent appears to have the upper hand due to its advanced features and scalability, despite being more expensive.
Features: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar excels in scalability, centralization, and redundancy, managed by a software-defined on-premises controller offering IAP WLAN with a virtual controller. It features BYOD support and integration capabilities. Omada Access Points provide reliable cloud-based management, user-friendly interfaces, and compatibility with both wired and wireless technologies, though lacking unique features compared to Alcatel-Lucent.
Room for Improvement: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar needs simplification in configuration processes and better integration with third-party systems, alongside improvements in OmniVista 3600 software. Alcatel-Lucent's radio management also requires enhancements. Omada Access Points should improve versatility in various industries, enhance API integrations, and offer advanced management tools. Better handoff support and upgrades to Wi-Fi 6/7 are also desired.
Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both products are primarily deployed on-premises. Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is noted for its streamlined express mode. It offers high-rated customer service with 24/7 support but can experience delays internationally. Omada Access Points provide reliable support, though feedback suggests that customer service is less comprehensive than Alcatel-Lucent's.
Pricing and ROI: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is a mid-range solution, costlier than smaller brands like Linksys but cheaper than Cisco. It requires a one-time perpetual license, offering justified ROI over time. Omada Access Points are budget-friendly with no licensing fees, appealing to cost-conscious buyers but potentially lacking the technological depth for larger enterprises.
Omada access points provide a business-class wireless network solution that’s flexible, manageable, secure, and easy-to-deploy. The free EAP Controller software allows users to manage hundreds of EAPs at multiple sites, all from a single location. The ability to control, adjust and visualize the entire network from any connected PC makes centralized business Wi-Fi management more efficient than ever before. Omada EAPs also feature captive portal and advanced RF management functions, which make them ideal for demanding, high-traffic environments such as campuses, hotels, malls and offices.
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