Aruba Wireless vs Omada Access Points comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and TP-Link are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.6, while TP-Link is ranked #16 with an average rating of 10.0. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 12.3% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to TP-Link’s 3.5% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of TP-Link users who would recommend it.

Aruba Wireless

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 29, 2026

Aruba Wireless and Omada Access Points compete in wireless networking, with Aruba having the edge due to its advanced features and enterprise-grade capabilities, while Omada appeals to budget-conscious users with its cost-effective, practical solutions.

Features: Aruba Wireless includes advanced virtual controllers, scalability, and seamless roaming features, ensuring robust network performance. Its integration with Active Directory and RADIUS, alongside ClearPass for security, enhances its enterprise appeal. Omada Access Points provide essential features like mesh networking, cloud-based management, and simplicity in setup, making them suitable for smaller environments.

Room for Improvement: Aruba could improve on pricing, user interface complexity, and integration with ClearPass and cloud services. Omada needs enhancements in coverage distance, connectivity speed, and expanded API integrations and management features to serve broader business needs.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both Aruba and Omada offer flexible deployments. Aruba is noted for comprehensive support, but experiences occasional delays and language issues. Omada, however, is easy to set up and manage, requiring less technical support, providing a user-friendly experience.

Pricing and ROI: Aruba Wireless commands a higher initial cost due to its extensive features but offers reliability and advanced functionalities for long-term value. Omada Access Points are recognized for their cost-effectiveness and no licensing fees, ensuring savings and appealing to small businesses, offering strong ROI through budget-friendly operational continuity.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Wireless

Ranking in Wireless LAN

1st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

151

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Omada Access Points

Ranking in Wireless LAN

16th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Aruba Wireless is 12.3%, down from 17.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Omada Access Points is 3.5%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Aruba Wireless	12.3%
Omada Access Points	3.5%
Other	84.2%

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Chanchai Kaewwichian

Network Administrator at Nippon Express Canada Ltd.

Wireless network has supported long-term reliable access and simplifies RF optimization

I have experience with Cisco products and the Cisco brand. The product is mainly a hardware product. Regarding the software part, I don't have a lot of experience. Aruba Wireless was not too difficult to set up. When compared with other products such as Cisco, they also have products with wireless controllers, and it's similar to that. I think it should be recommended for both bigger and smaller companies based on the feedback and our experience. I believe there should be AI functions that might help us in some cases of cybersecurity matters, detecting threats regarding security would be better with AI. For this role, I have more than twenty years of experience. I would rate Aruba Wireless eight out of ten overall.

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reviewer1253430

Development & Innovation Expert at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

They have good specs, and the price is lower than competing solutions

Omada could add some API integrations that would help with our automated solution. We're trying to integrate, and we're having some issues because some of the calls are not there. The API still needs some development. They could also enhance the reporting capabilities. At the same time, Omada's reporting has improved considerably in the latest version. That was an issue for us, but now it seems okay. More carrier-grade integrations should be available on Omada access points in the future. They could also add a hot spot and maybe a mobile upload solution. I still have issues from time to time when switching access points. I'm still connected to the SSID, but my signal drops when I switch from 5 Ghz to 2.4 Ghz. I'm not switched to the other access point that is closer to me. I should have been switched automatically to the other access point. Occasionally, the handoff doesn't work. I have tried this with WiFi 6, and it worked fine, so I think they may have resolved this issue in the latest versions.

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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

"It is very easy to connect and configure inside a network, even from a cell phone, and there can be about 50 or 60 pieces of equipment working at the same time without losing connection or velocity."

"The feature that I love the most is being able to broadcast different SSIDs with different protocol requirements. "

"What I like most about Aruba Wireless is its stability, functionality, and performance."

"The access points support a high number of connected clients."

"The web-based GUI is much simpler to use than similar products by Cisco."

"Aruba is an industry leader. The hardware is on par, and its performance is also on par with anybody else. The Aruba brand really only focuses on wireless, so they're not competing their R&D for switching data center products and cloud security. They're really focused on that and their underlying key pieces. They provide a role-based authentication that is native to the controller. A lot of other systems don't do that. They won't provide you the ability to basically have everybody join the network, regardless of whether or not they share the same network space, the SSID, or the wireless LAN. You can segment it down to a specific user role based on any kind of attributes that you like. That's their differentiator. If you need per user, per device, or per port segmentation, you can get that with Aruba. There isn't another vendor who does it."

"I like the way it groups and manages access points."

"What I like best about Aruba Wireless is that it doesn't need a controller. The product also has a GUI that's easy to navigate."

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"Its sturdiness and cost-effectiveness are the most valuable features."

"The initial setup is not complicated."

"The most valuable feature is the cloud-based management option, as it is very convenient to manage and this product is easy to use."

"The performance and availability of Omada Access Points have met our business needs, particularly in improving network control and facilitating direct access for developers to branch services."

"The pricing is reasonable."

"We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for delivering WiFi services in Romania. Our customers are happy, and I've been satisfied with Omada's performance as an engineer."

"Omada is easy to manage, has cloud management features, and is easy to set up."

"The most valuable feature of TP-Link Auranet EAP is its high performance."

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Cons

"What I would like to have with these kinds of devices is the most enhanced security."

"The console is difficult to use. The firewall settings could be improved."

"I believe more security options are needed."

"Their documentation needs to be improved. Aruba's documentation is poor."

"Technical support needs work. It's hard to reach the right people you need to help you when you come face to face with issues."

"The dashboards that represent the network access control in Aruba Wireless could improve."

"Aruba doesn't match some competitors in wireless signal strength. It isn't in the same class as Cisco Meraki, so I would use Cisco Meraki in situations where I need to cover a large open space."

"Aruba’s poor performance and random upgrade issues caused too much time consuming maintenance and troubleshooting."

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"The price of the solution is an area requiring improvement since I want the solution to be made available at a cheaper price than its current market price."

"It is quite difficult to get support from TP-Link. They should provide more support to their clients."

"There is room for wider improvements and additional features to enhance managing capabilities."

"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."

"Aruba has better scaling capabilities."

"We have some issues with stability. It is not so fast. That is the main problem."

"It's better for smaller organizations. This would not work for enterprises. It is not very scalable."

"Omada could add some API integrations that would help with our automated solution. We're trying to integrate, and we're having some issues because some of the calls are not there. The API still needs some development."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It offers a lower cost compared to other products, which is a significant advantage."

"The product is expensive."

"I am aiding in transitioning my organization to a different wireless solution due to the cost. We need to expand our network and the cost of new APs and an upgraded controller have proved to be prohibitive compared to similar solutions on the market."

"Cisco is more expensive than Aruba or Juniper."

"The price of Aruba Wireless is higher than other products, but you'll get stability, performance, and functionality out of it. On a scale of one to five, I'm rating the price of Aruba Wireless a three."

"A recent change is that ClearPass licensing is superb. It counts user-based instead of device-based, for BYOD on-boarding."

"I think it would be better if they lowered the price."

"Customers have to pay for perpetual licenses with Aruba controller licenses, depending on the features they are looking for."

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"Its benefit is that it is cost effective."

"The price of the solution is not a lot for five people to use it."

"There is no need to pay for the licensing costs since my company is in South Africa. Omada Access Points can be termed as a medium-priced product."

"TP-Link provides solutions that are more cost-effective than other well-known brands."

"The cost is about 500 Brazilian real per access point, with no additional recurring costs."

"TP-Link is a good price. They have a good price. But technology-wise, it has to be better."

"We don't have to pay for the license because the solution has no subscription cost."

"The price is affordable, and we haven't had any additional costs due to having a limited number of users."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

12%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	77
Midsize Enterprise	47
Large Enterprise	75

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	4

Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?

Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...

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Aruba Wireless or Ruckus Wireless?

At my organization, we researched Ruckus Wireless among other solutions but ultimately chose Aruba wireless. What did we like about Ruckus? First, it was very easy to use, and anybody with minimal...

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How does Cisco Wireless compare with Aruba Wireless?

On the most basic level, Cisco Wireless can offer a rather straightforward initial setup. In the span of about three hours, the basic framework can be set up. Step-by-step instructions are availabl...

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What do you like most about TP-Link Auranet EAP?

We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for delivering WiFi services in Romania. Our customers are happy, and I've been satisf...

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What needs improvement with Omada Access Points?

Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover. I am looking for an access point that can cover long distances.

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What is your primary use case for Omada Access Points?

I am trying to design a wireless network with Omada equipment. I have deployed Omada in office areas, and now I want to deploy it in a hotel. The company size where I usually deploy is medium-sized...

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Also Known As

Aruba WLAN, HP WLAN, HP Wireless, Aruba Instant On AP Series Access Point

TP-Link Auranet EAP, TP-Link EAP, Auranet EAP, Auranet

Overview

Aruba Wireless is a secure, high-performance, multi-user wireless LAN supporting Wi-Fi 6. As workplaces and user expectations change, users can now maintain hybrid workplaces and IoT without compromising performance, reliability, or security. Aruba Wireless delivers better performance and capacity and greater AIOps visibility throughout all devices and users. In addition, through built-in network intelligence, network operations are made simpler while keeping everything secure through user and guest encryption.

Aruba Wireless, offered through Aruba Networks, is helping achieve digital transformation and IoT with seamless connectivity through multiple Wi-Fi access points. For the user’s convenience, Aruba Wireless provides indoor, outdoor, and remote access points to help boost faster and safer connectivity.

Choosing Aruba Wireless can help improve your organization’s user experience with wireless LAN in many ways, including:

Transforming hybrid workplaces: Employees can move seamlessly between home and office, with reliable internet and without compromising security.
Connect and protect IoT: With built-in AP support for BLE, Zigbee, and USB-port extensions, users can extend visibility, control, and connectivity to IoT devices and applications.
Expand the 5G experience to the enterprise network: Empower users to experience 5G with Wi-Fi 6 by automatically enabling cellular devices to join Aruba Wireless LAN securely and reliably.

Aruba Gateways and Controllers

Small organizations as well as large enterprises require excellent performance and security for cloud, mobility, and digital transformation. Therefore, in addition to the access points, Aruba Wireless also offers a variety of gateways and controllers, including:

9000 Series: With SD-WAN capabilities, it’s excellent for small campus networks looking for enhanced Wi-Fi scalability and security.
7200 Series: Perfect for campus WLAN scalability or branch SD-WAN and VPN Concentrator capabilities, the 7200 Series optimizes Wi-Fi performance to guarantee smooth roaming.
7000 Series: Acting as a controller or gateway to provide WAN intelligence, the 7000 Series is a policy-based router and an excellent solution for small to mid-sized campuses.
Mobility Controller Virtual Appliance: Maximizes Wi-Fi and network services in an economical, virtualized environment.
SD-WAN Virtual Gateways: Orchestrate virtual gateways in public cloud infrastructure, like Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Mobility Conductor Hardware Appliance: While enhancing the scalability and reliability for large campus WLANs, Aruba Mobility Conductors bring the full capability of ArubaOS.
Mobility Conductor Virtual Appliance: To scale large campus deployments, Aruba Mobility Conductors simplify the deployment and management of up to 1,000 Mobility Controllers.
ArubaOS Network Operating System: Great for remote workers in mid-sized and large companies who need seamless connectivity to and security over Wi-Fi.

Reviews from Real Users

Aruba Networks is aiding organizations in transforming to a hybrid work environment with Aruba Wireless. Users especially love its ability to work with many devices and its ability to group and manage access points.

A senior IT solutions architect at a manufacturing company says, "The most valuable feature is the fact that it can work with many devices. It supports everything that we need it to."

Gary F., a network administrator at wireless at Abilene Christian, notes, "I like the way it groups and manages access points."

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Omada Access Points deliver high performance and easy setup for both wired and wireless technologies. Ideal for business applications, they provide centralized cloud management and secure VPN implementation.

Designed to enhance network control and efficiency, Omada Access Points are user-friendly, allowing straightforward deployment and integration with network needs. While offering cost-effectiveness and a modern interface, areas for improvement include scaling capabilities, coverage, security tools, and technical support. API integration, distance coverage, and speed require attention, and updates to newer Wi-Fi versions could bolster performance.

What are the key features of Omada Access Points?

High Performance: Ensures robust connectivity.
Reliability: Consistent network stability.
Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable for businesses.
Easy Setup: Simplified configuration process.
Centralized Cloud Management: Streamlines administration.
Secure VPN Implementation: Enhances security measures.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Enhanced Efficiency: Improved network operations.
Network Control: Better management capabilities.
Business Integration: Ideal for business environments.
User-Friendly Design: Simplifies deployment and use.

Omada Access Points are widely implemented in SMBs, offices, and campgrounds, often used by telecom operators and businesses for ERP and cloud applications. They enhance connectivity in industrial and commercial contexts, facilitating wireless network design for residential and client use.

TP-Link

Sample Customers

Consulate Health Care, Los Angeles Unified School District, Science Applications International Corp (SAIC), San Diego State University, KFC, ACTS Retirement-Life Communities

Reflections Resort,Sim Lim Square, Hotel Mary Colombia, Peru WISP, Chase Grammer School

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