Aruba Instant On Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.6, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #7 with an average rating of 7.8. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 0.9% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.

Aruba Instant On Access Points

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and Aruba Instant On Access Points compete in the wireless networking category. Aruba Instant On Access Points seem to have the upper hand due to their seamless cloud-based management and more responsive customer support.

Features: Ubiquiti WLAN is known for its robust stability, ease of installation, and comprehensive management capabilities, including a free controller system and effective VPN setup. It provides an intuitive interface without ongoing licensing fees. Aruba Instant On Access Points are praised for simple deployment and ease of management through a cloud-based interface, offering extensive coverage and reliability suitable for small and medium-sized environments.

Room for Improvement: Ubiquiti WLAN could benefit from enhanced signal strength, simpler management interfaces, and advanced enterprise features like automated channel conflict resolution. Improvements in cloud integration and management are also desirable. Aruba Instant On Access Points need better user density capabilities, improved radio frequency coverage, and integration tools to enhance monitoring and reporting.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Ubiquiti WLAN offers a straightforward on-premises deployment but lacks universal cloud management, making it more complex compared to Aruba Instant On Access Points, which provide both cloud and on-premises deployment options. Ubiquiti's community forums serve as a primary support source, though official responses can be slow. Aruba is noted for reliable and responsive support.

Pricing and ROI: Ubiquiti WLAN appeals to cost-conscious buyers with a budget-friendly one-time purchase cost, delivering good ROI for small deployments. Aruba Instant On Access Points are competitively priced, offering cost-effective solutions without recurring fees, covering essential features and catering well to small and medium-sized deployments.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Instant On Access Points

Ranking in Wireless LAN

10th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Ubiquiti WLAN

Ranking in Wireless LAN

7th

Average Rating

7.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Aruba Instant On Access Points is 0.9%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.1%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Ricardo Quintero

Infrastructure/Telcom Coordinator at Schnellecke Group AG & Co. KG

Affordable and offers an easy setup phase

I was working on the on-premises solutions, like IronNet, Aironet, and some other tools from Cisco, but not with Meraki. The last Aironet model that we have here in Mexico, in the corporate office, and in some of the other regions of Mexico is Cisco Aironet 3700 and Cisco Aironet 3800, so it is just two or three devices. Aruba Instant On Access Points was working with Aruba 2540 and Cisco 3850 In Cisco, I found some issues. I was working well with a vendor. I was working with Cisco Catalyst 9200 and Cisco Catalyst 9300, along with Cisco Catalyst 2916M XL Switch. With all devices, we got a report. During the immigration, we choose another vendor, which Aruba. We have some issues with Aruba Instant On Access Points in iOS that are targeting the devices, and I have seen some problems with the DHCP solution.

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Gabriele-Pizzigati

Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT

Managing installations through one interface enhances efficiency but AI features improvement

Ubiquiti Wireless LAN is reliable and offers a good quality product. It provides one interface to manage all installations, allowing me to monitor all customers through the same web interface. The web interface in the controller allows for quick configuration of devices with just one click, which is a significant advantage.

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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 most valuable aspect of Unifi switches is the Unifi Controller."

"The most valuable feature of Aruba Instant On Access Points is they are easy to manage."

"The product is scalable. It has 20 users."

"With a variety of switches in their setup, they find that Aruba's online monitoring tools and configuration options for applications effectively manage most of their requirements, all while keeping the process straightforward and user-friendly."

"Regarding access points, the customer typically considers low-cost plans, and Ruckus Unleashed Access Points are commonly used. These access points are managed through the Microsoft console and can be accessed either with or without ports. The management is done through a controller. The main benefits customers see include cost-effectiveness, especially for those with budget constraints. Aruba, in particular, provides a good user experience. Some customers might choose Huawei, but enterprise access points are also considered. Additionally, the unified access point capabilities are valuable, allowing management from the same account. However, there is a limitation of twenty-five access points, and if a customer requires more, they need to create another site or account. If the customer exceeds twenty-five access points, they need to generate another site or virtual business to manage additional access points, as the external number is limited to twenty-five."

"The solution has fast deployment and easy setup. There is no security PIN for this account."

"I find Aruba Instant On Access Points easy to monitor and appreciate the notifications they provide if there is a problem in the network."

"Aruba is much better than other vendors like Cisco and NETGEAR in terms of quality, price, and value for money."

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"The solution is scalable."

"would rate the scalability a nine out of ten. It is very scalable."

"I have found Ubiquiti WLAN scalable. We have approximately 200 users using the solution in my organization and do not plan to increase usage."

"Great management interface."

"The most valuable feature is the level of security on the Wi-Fi network."

"All of the interfacing is very good."

"Ubiquiti WLAN's most valuable features are that it works well in a hybrid environment and isn't heavy on resources."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is stable."

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Cons

"With Aruba, the documentation on the website is not too easy to use, and some information is not found."

"Stability largely depends on how access points are installed and managed. While Aruba cannot entirely ensure connection reliability, the deployment approach can minimize wireless link downtime."

"It's only suitable for smaller offices. It doesn't scale well."

"The pricing could be a little cheaper."

"It is suitable for smaller organizations, but it may not be the best choice for large enterprises."

"When there are a lot of people connected, especially during video streaming demonstrations, the connection can get a bit choppy."

"The solution can be more integrated with other brands."

"The challenging point for Aruba Instant On is the roaming capability, as it doesn’t perform as strongly as enterprise solutions."

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"During the configuration, we cannot get information on the network level from the regular interface."

"The solution should improve stability."

"There is room for improvement in providing the flexibility to change the default management VLAN from VLAN one to another for enhanced security."

"When I started to upgrade, the controller for Unbuntu was really struggling to start up, however, that has since been solved."

"The solution needs to improve robustness, security, and stability."

"The product's area of concern revolves around its lack of support."

"The product’s bandwidth could be better."

"The room for improvement is in the controller levels."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Aruba Instant On Access Points is reasonable. They are competitively priced. I've even used it in my home at one time because of the low price."

"It needs a license."

"Its price is fair. It is not really cheap, and it is also not expensive. It is in the middle."

"There is a need to make yearly payments towards the standard licensing charges associated with the product. There are some additional costs associated with the product since I have seen customers who purchase three-year or five-year plans."

"You buy it for $165 an AP, which is what we paid."

"I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."

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

"Aruba Instant On Access Points are license-free. It's a very good and cheap solution for wireless networks. It can be compared with solutions from Ubiquiti and TP-Link, but it is in a different class. Aruba Instant On Access Points are cheaper than those from Cisco, Ruckus, and Motorola. It's perhaps the cheapest one. They do not use licenses, so it is a solution from the box. You don't need to pay extra money or deal with hidden payments."

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"Ubiquiti WLAN’s price is higher than other competitors."

"The tool's price is very friendly."

"The software to control it is free. The license is when we buy the Cloud Key."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."

"The pricing is very reasonable."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is less expensive than Ruckus, but its price could be improved to make it more affordable and accessible."

"It is a cost-effective solution."

"The tool's licensing costs are life-time charges."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Aruba Instant On Access Points?

It's really easy to set up. And, you don't have to pay for the cloud solution. That's really interesting for our clients. And the other thing is, the roaming is also quite good.

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

The cost of Aruba Instant On Access Points is reasonable; however, I do not have information on the exact pricing, such as cost per user or annual license fees.

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What needs improvement with Aruba Instant On Access Points?

We can improve Aruba Instant On Access Points by tuning some of the parameters of the radio. The default configuration can be overridden to enhance performance beyond the default settings.

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Is Ubiquiti Wireless better than Ruckus Wireless WAN?

Ubiquiti Wireless is extremely easy to set up and is an excellent option for small businesses, offering enterprise features for a one-time fee and no ongoing licensing fees. Ubiquiti Wireless is ve...

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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 outdoors. It provides an enterprise-level WIFI while remaining cost-effective. U...

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What do you like most about Ubiquiti WLAN?

Anyone can buy the product off the shelf and configure it.

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Overview

Ingredients for success.

Fast 802.11ac Wave 2, secure employee and guest access, easy-to-use web, and mobile app management.

Say yes to secure Wi-Fi access.

Pre-built access control lists (ACLs) and built-in firewall in the access points prevent malicious traffic from entering your network – we call it “hassle-free” security.

Never drop an important call.

With Instant On, voice and video business applications are automatically prioritized, so you stay connected with your peers.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

UniFi is a revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, a central management controller and disruptive pricing.

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