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Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points vs Dell Technologies Ruckus comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 9, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Wireless 9100 Access ...
Ranking in Wireless LAN
4th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
35
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Dell Technologies Ruckus
Ranking in Wireless LAN
26th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points is 1.3%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Dell Technologies Ruckus is 1.3%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points1.3%
Dell Technologies Ruckus1.3%
Other97.4%
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

Thu Al-Faqar Salah - PeerSpot reviewer
Network Engineer at V2X
Wireless network has delivered secure high-speed coverage and has reduced support tickets
The best features Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points offer include the 6 GHz supporting band and incredible stability in 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz, along with features like radio active, band selecting, access point rogue discovery, and support for more than 10 SSIDs broadcasting at the same time. It supports the most secure security features, such as WPA3 and 802.1x, and many features that help secure a network, besides supporting an embedded wireless LAN controller. Out of all those features, I find myself relying on most day-to-day, and all of them are very reliable. I leverage the 6 GHz band in the locations where I install and deploy access points, which was amazing and provided all the features needed. Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points have positively impacted my organization by helping us get a stable connection, stable Wi-Fi, stable broadcasting, and a secured network, along with very nice coverage and high-speed bandwidth because it supports Wi-Fi 6. It has helped us eliminate the need for changing access points between different models. Previously, we had issues where access points would fail unexpectedly, but with this model, it has been two years with no stability issues or connectivity problems. Since we started using Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points, the uptime has been approximately 105 to 106 months, and we have not experienced any downtime since installation. The internet bandwidth has increased from 50 to 60 megabits per second to approximately 200 megabits per second since we started using Wi-Fi 6 features. The scalability and ability to broadcast more than 10 SSIDs helps us leverage our VLANs across all locations. Regarding Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points' AI capabilities, I think its governance and security are excellent because they support the most-used security features, including WPA3, pre-shared key, KES, and SHA-256. Many security features are utilized in this model, including MAC filtering and RADIUS for authentication with specific features available for customers to connect. The security implementation is outstanding. I would rate the accuracy of Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points' AI capabilities as 10 out of 10 because it is incredibly accurate. The traffic management is excellent, the coverage is amazing, and everything performs perfectly.
SS
Manager at Hanvi Global Tech
A cost-effective cloud controller solution for real-time detection
Customers are increasingly focusing on seamless roaming between Dell Ruckus access points. They want to know how quickly and reliably their devices can switch connections as they move around, minimizing downtime and disruptions. Specifically, they are interested in the frequency and aggressiveness of roaming protocols, ensuring smooth transitions without disconnecting from the network. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points has positively impacted my organization, particularly in performance with throughput and the number of users connecting on a single AP initially."
"What I appreciate most about Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points is the GUI part of the cloud wireless controller."
"My favorite thing about Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points is that they just work, and they work reliably."
"My experience with pricing, setup, and licensing is that pricing is more expensive, but it is worth it."
"From a functionality perspective, Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points are among the best, with a responsible vendor that promptly assists us in case of any issues through technical support."
"What I appreciate most about Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points is that they execute security very well, strictly adhering to the guidelines of Wi-Fi Alliance."
"Wi-Fi 6 technology has improved wireless connectivity to such an extent that LAN cable connectivity is no longer necessary, allowing users to work remotely with Wi-Fi connectivity while achieving both speed and scalability."
"Wi-Fi 7 and WPA3 connectivity has made a difference for my organization as it allows for better and faster connectivity."
"My advice for anybody who is considering this solution is that they do not need to complete a proof of concept."
 

Cons

"Cisco is always expensive. In terms of pricing, it is very tough because I have lost many RFPs because of the pricing where Ruckus is much less expensive."
"Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points are expensive. They are definitely expensive."
"I have had some issues with some of the lower-end devices where I needed to do RMAs. For some reason, the devices either had an issue with the power supply or they got bricked after a firmware update."
"In my opinion, Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points could be improved in terms of cost."
"One thing I dislike about Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points is definitely the price."
"Frankly, ease of use is one of the things that needs improvement, as the management interfaces have always been complex and not very intuitive."
"Although the RMA and hardware replacement process can sometimes take longer than expected, our experience has been very good."
"Cisco Wireless 9100 Access Points could improve by enhancing support. Tech support is more of a pain point."
"The security needs to be improved because we have had problems with people accessing our network using the VPN."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
19%
Outsourcing Company
17%
Marketing Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
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Company Size

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Small Business13
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise21
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Questions from the Community

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Catalyst 9100 Access Points
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