Aruba Instant vs SonicWall Wireless Network Manager comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and SonicWall are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.3, while SonicWall is ranked #28. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 2.0% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to SonicWall’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Instant

Ranking in Wireless LAN

10th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

SonicWall Wireless Network ...

Ranking in Wireless LAN

28th

Average Rating

0.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Aruba Instant is 2.0%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SonicWall Wireless Network Manager is 0.1%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Featured Reviews

Alessandro Salvadori

Sales Engineer at SGE

Comes at a good price and has a good cloud console

We usually sell Aruba Instant where there is no need for more than four or five switches. It is generally recommended for very small companies where we don't need more than three or four switches We are using it only for very small companies. We have had a reduction in time, but it is not that…

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Darshil Sanghvi

Consultant at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees

Extremely easy management of access points; user friendly dashboard

I like the ease of use this product offers; you can manage it from home and don't need to take the console access or go on the specific IP. It is very easy to manage the access points. The product has a user friendly dashboard with all the options and features.

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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, 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."

"When users want to migrate from one location to another, they face no problems with connectivity."

"I would rate the stability a ten out of ten."

"You can handle all of the access points at once virtually instead of manually handling each one. You're able to populate all of the information to all of the access points through the virtual controller as well. It transforms everything it a single access point, which simplifies things."

"Aruba's mobility features, which facilitate seamless switching between wireless access points, are also quite impressive. Users don't even notice the transition, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted experience."

"I've worked with other products, but I prefer Aruba because of its cost and simplicity."

"Has many advanced features: Built-in firewall, local radius, application visibility and control, not locked into support agreements."

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"Very easy to use and can be managed remotely."

Cons

"I think they're missing roadmaps to the partners and the customers. They're releasing the products, but there are no quick updates to the partners and the customers."

"The tool needs to enhance its security features."

"There was only ever one case in which an access point failed, but it was reintegrated. The issue was more of a matter of oversight. One part of the network had covered ten access points."

"Embedding a heatmap tool within the product would make it easier to conduct a wireless survey."

"I believe there's room for improvement in monitoring, especially when troubleshooting issues. Currently, there's limited intelligence around monitoring. It needs to improve stability and scalability."

"Doesn't support enough access points in one cluster."

"Aruba Instant does not currently offer a multi-gig switch or product, making it an area that requires improvement. Aruba Instant's competitors have multi-gig switches or products."

"It uses a different portal and has limitations from the customer side as it's not refined for MSP."

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"Initial integration with the cloud was problematic."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"The cost was affordable."

"There’s no licensing required to use the tool."

"The pricing is reasonable."

"The customers do not have to pay for licensing."

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

"We pay about $300 per access point."

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

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Questions from the Community

Which is better - Ubiquiti WLAN or Aruba Instant?

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What do you like most about Aruba Instant?

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

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SonicWall WiFi Cloud Manager (WCM)

Overview

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.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

SonicWall Wireless Network Manager (WNM) is a cloud-based Wi-Fi network management system designed for businesses of all sizes. It offers centralized control, simplifying the deployment, management, and monitoring of SonicWave Wi-Fi access points and compatible SonicWall switches. WNM allows IT administrators to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot all devices from a single platform, eliminating the need for individual device management. It is scalable, handling networks from a few access points to thousands across multiple locations. With simplified onboarding, real-time monitoring of network health and performance, and advanced features like guest Wi-Fi access, bandwidth management, and application control, WNM optimizes wireless network performance. As a cloud-based solution, it requires no additional on-site hardware or software, simplifying deployment and maintenance.

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

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