Aruba Remote Access Points vs Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Palo Alto Networks are both solutions in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.7, while Palo Alto Networks is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.5. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 1.2% mindshare in EIV, compared to Palo Alto Networks’s 6.3% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Palo Alto Networks users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 6, 2024

Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks and Aruba Remote Access Points compete in the remote network access category. Prisma Access has an edge with its security features, while Aruba is preferred for its ease of use and quick deployment.

Features: Prisma Access offers robust security, seamless cloud integration, and comprehensive threat prevention. Aruba provides effective network connectivity, user-friendly interface, and reliable performance.

Room for Improvement: Prisma Access needs better configuration flexibility, improved integration, and reduced complexity. Aruba should enhance security features, increase compatibility with third-party devices, and improve advanced management options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Prisma Access deployment is detailed and time-consuming, but customer support is highly regarded. Aruba's deployment is straightforward and quick, though customer support is less responsive.

Pricing and ROI: Prisma Access has higher initial setup costs with significant long-term ROI due to advanced capabilities. Aruba offers budget-friendly setup with faster return thanks to minimal initial expenses.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Remote Access Points

Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN

13th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Prisma Access by Palo Alto ...

Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN

7th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (4th), Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) (1st), ZTNA as a Service (5th), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Aruba Remote Access Points is 1.2%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks is 6.3%, down from 6.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Enterprise Infrastructure VPN Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks	6.3%
Aruba Remote Access Points	1.2%
Other	92.5%

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Theesula Majuwanagamage

Head Of ELV and ICT at Intec Systems Solution Pvt Ltd

Efficient Setup and Strong Performance Highlight Versatile Capabilities

In terms of areas for improvement in Aruba Remote Access Points, when planning for the customer's end, you need to highlight the precautions against EMF emissions and environmental emissions, as well as power management limitations. If the user is in one direction and you're transmitting everywhere, that's not good power management. Currently, all access points provide the same power requirement to the client, but we should explore what extra mile we can go. We are facing energy crises and climate issues, along with GHG and SDGs protocols. If we highlight the alignment with these protocols, it can enhance the product quality as an environmentally friendly option. Apart from that, service-wise, every unit is the same. Users can only distinguish those requirements using spectrum analyzers; otherwise, minor data delays of one or two seconds do not matter, but for high-security or high-speed needs, it becomes significant.

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IgorPinter

Director at PULSEC

Zero-trust access has improved remote security and now simplifies cloud-based firewall management

Regarding the integration part for Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks, the integration with identity providers is pretty much good. It is basically firewall as a service, so it performs well. I completed the integration without any issues. What Palo Alto Networks can do better for Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks is probably to have the point of presence available in more locations. The point of presence from the Serbia region has the nearest POP in Frankfurt, which is an issue since it is your gateway—when you start browsing the internet, you go through a commercial connection in Germany. They definitely need to spread the service in other countries.

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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

"Once we got things set up properly, we just need to do updates, and it just runs."

"It’s very light."

"The most valuable feature of Aruba Remote Access Points is the manageability from the central cloud platform."

"I can use the solution from my home or any remote office to access printers, servers, etc."

"This solution is widely adopted and involves both technology and non-technical devices. It is robust, except in cases of significant power outages."

"The stability and performance of Aruba Remote Access Points with minimal issues in an IT environment are worth a recommendation."

"Once configured and operational, they tend to function reliably, with few reported issues from clients or customers."

"Aruba Remote Access Points provide a level of protection for our IPs."

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"Customers are quite happy with Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks because there is less spending on technologies."

"For anybody who is looking for a contained-based solution, I definitely recommend this product."

"The valuable features are that it is easy to use, easy to integrate, and is stable; it's scalable as well."

"Overall, the security provided by Prisma Access is very good."

"The solution improved the consistency of our security controls and the BCP. There has been a 20 percent reduction in TCO. Prisma Access also enabled us to deliver better applications by centralizing security management."

"Monitoring is the most valuable feature because we can easily monitor all kinds of stuff coming over the network. We can check the dashboard and work accordingly."

"It's quite reliable and performs well for users."

"We're now able to go after contracts that require a Zero Trust solution and Prisma's other technology solutions."

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Cons

"There are some issues, like the VLAN capabilities and support for routing between two VMs."

"The price of Aruba Remote Access Points could be better. It is a little expensive."

"Our difficulty with Aruba is that the product and the license are two different items. So, if we are adding an access point, we have to pay for two items. We have to pay to add the access point in the controller and we have to pay for the license."

"The solution's technical support has some shortcomings that need improvement."

"I would rate stability as five out of ten. Sometimes it is stable, and sometimes it is not."

"I don't really have any critiques at this time."

"But the hardware needs to be revamped when we compare the Meraki solution."

"The product needs an increased level of security for the end user."

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"Compared to other products, the price is slightly high. In fact, sometimes there is a large pricing gap."

"The price can be reduced to make it more competitive."

"However, when you have different environments for a single application, such as DEV, QA, PROD, and TEST, all these environments run multiple containers, which can lead to a very high number of containers."

"They could add more flexibility and improve product performance."

"It's not very easy to use. Sometimes it's buggy and there are problems when doing updates. The user interface is okay, but some configuration items are difficult. I would like it to be less buggy and easier to configure, to better streamline the user experience."

"It's not very easy to use. Sometimes it's buggy and there are problems when doing updates."

"I would like to see better pricing and an easier logging process. Also, if there was a way to log a global log, everything could go onto the system. It would be better if there was a third log, otherwise one would have to do everything manually."

"One thing that would help is if we could get a guide. With Cisco, for example, you can just type the problem regarding your Cisco product and you will easily get your solution."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Aruba Remote Access Points' pricing is good and affordable."

"The price of Aruba Remote Access Points could be better. It is a little expensive."

"Price-wise, Aruba Remote Access Points is in the middle, so my rating for its pricing is three out of five."

"You require no separate licensing to convert an access point to RAP."

"There are no other expenses than standard licenses for the product."

"Aruba pricing is not very high. They offer competitive pricing for what they provide."

"In terms of pricing, we've found Aruba's offerings to be very competitive."

"It is a little expensive. Because it is one of the best in the market, it is a little bit more expensive than other vendors."

"This is not an expensive product and everything is included with one license."

"The solution requires a license and the technical support has extra costs. The licensing model could improve."

"They price their products using credit modules."

"Palo Alto is the Cadillac solution, so their products are pretty expensive. That's just the way it is. Their solution surpasses anything else. Cisco AnyConnect, Zscaler, and all of the other products don't compare. Palo Alto is the market leader with the most features. It saves you work, and you don't have to worry about it."

"As compared to other solutions, Prisma Access is much cheaper. It is probably 30% to 40% cheaper than other solutions, but I do not know the exact cost."

"Prisma is in the middle of the road. It's not the most expensive, but it's not the cheapest. There aren't any additional costs, to my knowledge. I know they have some extra modules, but we didn't use them."

"The pricing for this solution is on the higher end."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

19%

Construction Company

11%

Government

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	8

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	27

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Aruba Remote Access Points?

This solution is widely adopted and involves both technology and non-technical devices. It is robust, except in cases of significant power outages.

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

We do not use Zero Touch Provisioning with Aruba Remote Access Points because the Aruba device being expensive compared to cheaper Cisco options holds us back.

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What needs improvement with Aruba Remote Access Points?

The device requires reconfiguration if we use a standalone setup because the battery fault leads to all configurations resetting. This is a significant area for improvement, especially when the dev...

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What is the better solution - Prisma Access or Zscaler Private Access?

We looked into Prisma Access before choosing Zscaler Private Access (ZPA). Palo Alto’s Prisma Access is a secure access service edge (SASE) designed to deliver network security in a cloud-deliver...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks?

From my experience, Palo Alto is more expensive compared to solutions like Netskope and Triscale.

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What needs improvement with Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks?

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Also Known As

Aruba RAP

Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access, Prisma Access, GlobalProtect, Palo Alto GlobalProtect Mobile Security Manager, Prisma SaaS by Palo Alto Networks, Prisma Access

Overview

Aruba Remote Access Points provide seamless connectivity and secure remote access for distant sites, ensuring efficient management and reliable performance.

Offering ease of configuration and scalable deployment, Aruba Remote Access Points guarantee private remote office environments. Utilizing advanced filtering and centralized management, these access points deliver flexible integration and strong security. Despite needing improvements in web UI simplicity and enhanced AI capabilities, they stand out in cost-effectiveness and customer support excellence. Enhancements in cloud features, monitoring tools, and power management could further enhance its performance.

What are the key features of Aruba Remote Access Points?

Secure Connectivity: Ensures safe remote access to corporate networks
Centralized Management: Simplifies oversight and control
Scalable Integration: Adapts to growing enterprise needs
Seamless Deployment: Facilitates quick and easy setup

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable with consolidated expenses
Intuitive Scaling: Easily accommodate expanding connections
Reliable Performance: Consistently high network stability
Comprehensive Support: Access to excellent customer service

Aruba Remote Access Points are widely implemented across industries such as construction, warehousing, and government facilities. They provide essential VPN and ERP connectivity, enhancing remote work capabilities and managing office networks through centralized controllers, making them indispensable for secure communication and network management.

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Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks delivers robust security features including secure remote access across apps and traffic monitoring. It integrates smoothly with cloud environments to provide advanced threat protection and visibility into network traffic.

Prisma Access offers a comprehensive suite of security tools designed to protect cloud environments and remote workforces. With its focus on real-time risk identification and threat prevention, Prisma Access provides encrypted tunnels and centralized management for seamless connectivity and enhanced data security. Designed to scale across platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP, it optimizes traffic and connectivity while offering extensive visibility into vulnerabilities. However, integration with third-party products, usability, and support services are areas for development, as users report interface challenges and desire improved scalability and geographic coverage, especially in regions like China and South America.

What are the key features of Prisma Access?

Real-Time Risk Identification: Detects and manages potential threats instantly.
Secure Remote Access: Ensures secure connectivity to applications from anywhere.
Traffic Monitoring: Provides comprehensive oversight of network traffic.
Seamless Integration: Works well with platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
Firewall Capabilities: Blocks unauthorized access and threats.
Scalability: Adapts to various cloud environments to meet growing demands.

What benefits should users expect when evaluating Prisma Access?

Reduced Data Breach Risk: Protects sensitive information through encrypted connections.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies management and configuration tasks.
Centralized Management: Offers a single view for managing all security policies.
Advanced Threat Protection: Regular updates guard against new threats.

Prisma Access is effectively used in industries requiring secure remote access and stringent data protection, such as finance and healthcare. Organizations leverage it to enforce Zero Trust policies, optimize network performance with SD-WAN, and ensure security compliance across multiple platforms.

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Sample Customers

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Concord Hospital, State of Colorado, Essilor International, RheinLand Versicherungsgruppe, University of Westminster, Universidade Nove de Julho, SPAR Austria, CAME Group, ZipRealty, Greenhill & Co., IKT Agder, Aviva Stadium, Animal Logic, Management & Training Corporation, Brigham Young University Hawaii, School District of Chilliwack

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