D-Link Wireless vs Juniper WLC Series comparison

D-Link and Juniper are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. D-Link is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.1, while Juniper is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.7. D-Link holds a 2.4% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Juniper’s 0.9% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Juniper users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Juniper WLC Series and D-Link Wireless compete in the wireless infrastructure category. Juniper appears to have the upper hand due to its AI capabilities and infrastructure performance features.

Features: Juniper WLC Series offers robust management tools like RingMaster, virtualization options, and high scalability with support for up to 256 Wireless Access Points. It integrates AI capabilities and provides an open API for enhanced programmability. D-Link Wireless provides an integrated solution with wireless, switching, and wiring capabilities. Its central management controls offer VLAN integration and multiple SSID support, along with competitive pricing.

Room for Improvement: Juniper WLC Series can improve in traffic monitoring and integration with other products, while pricing and technical complexity remain concerns. Users recommend enhancements in portal functionality and security features like WPA3. D-Link Wireless needs to enhance cloud-based management solutions, quicken support response times, and improve performance consistency. Additional features like wireless controllers and social media login hotspots could also be beneficial.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Juniper and D-Link both provide on-premises deployment options. Juniper's technical support is recognized for being responsive and comprehensive, while D-Link's support is known for quick resolutions and effective documentation. Users advise both companies to maintain their high-quality customer support.

Pricing and ROI: Juniper WLC Series is perceived as costly but offers substantial ROI through reduced administrative labor and quicker issue resolution, making it suitable for large organizations. D-Link Wireless offers budget-friendly pricing with a one-time purchase fee, appealing to smaller organizations and budget-conscious buyers while maintaining quality.

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Categories and Ranking

D-Link Wireless

Ranking in Wireless LAN

13th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Juniper WLC Series

Ranking in Wireless LAN

18th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

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 D-Link Wireless is 2.4%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Juniper WLC Series is 0.9%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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NadirShahzad

System Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

Wireless projects run smoothly with more access point support and competitive pricing

D-Link Wireless offers more supported APs to the WLC with the default license compared to other brands like Cisco. With Cisco, only four to five APs are connected with the default license, but D-Link Wireless provides more flexibility. Local support in Pakistan is necessary for those with limited budgets, creating a reach in the market.

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Matilda Elwell

Technical Team Leader - Network &Security at STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Offers visibility and cost benefits

The tool has given us more visibility, but I'm not very technical, so I can't comment on specific features. However, the diagnostic tools for identifying system issues have greatly improved, which we appreciate. We still use Cisco ICE for authentication on the Juniper network, as we did before. We've seen cost benefits with the Juniper WLC Series, which was a key factor in our decision-making during the proof of concept. Besides cost improvements, we've also noticed better resolution of issues and faults in our help desk, thanks to the enhanced 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 setup process is very easy."

"It is a scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"I like the product's signal continuity and range. We can receive the signal up to 20-30 meters from the wireless antenna."

"Overall, I rate D-Link Wireless nine out of ten as a solution."

"The product's initial setup phase is easy."

"The tool supports new technologies."

"The initial setup process was easy."

"D-Link is a good product that is quite affordable and I recommend it."

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"The installation process is nice and easy."

"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."

"It is a very stable solution."

"It's easy to set up, and I feel it's very secure. I also prefer its reporting feature. The devices are quite good."

"The tool has given us more visibility, but I'm not very technical, so I can't comment on specific features. However, the diagnostic tools for identifying system issues have greatly improved, which we appreciate. We still use Cisco ICE for authentication on the Juniper network, as we did before. We've seen cost benefits with the Juniper WLC Series, which was a key factor in our decision-making during the proof of concept. Besides cost improvements, we've also noticed better resolution of issues and faults in our help desk, thanks to the enhanced features."

"Juniper Wireless is reasonable, with a bit of complexity compared to Alibaba and SQL."

"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."

"The AI integration with Marvis is very valuable."

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Cons

"It would definitely help if we had more advanced features for distributing bandwidth."

"Password restriction: Sometimes we set a password and it uses that password but, after some days/months, the password gets changed and a few laptops still use old the password while a few use the new password. The password restriction option needs to improve."

"D-Link Wireless should include the 'cleaner' feature similar to Cisco's APs. This feature reduces signal interference with access points."

"Sometimes we configure the SSID with a password but the same AP shows two WiFi connections with the same SSID name (one is protected by a password and another one give access without a password)."

"The performance offered by D-Link Wireless can be a bit problematic at times, owing to which it is an area that can be considered for improvement."

"D-Link has some catching up to do in terms of advancing and improving its technology."

"The stability could be a bit better."

"The cloud managed solution needs improvement, and they should focus on the SD-WAN segment with regard to integration."

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"We would prefer it if the solution could be less expensive."

"In my region, access to the product is very difficult and presents a logistical nightmare. Also, pricing is a big problem and a barrier to entry when selling Juniper against competitors."

"The solution should create configuration documentation."

"The solution could offer more integration with other products."

"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."

"Juniper WLC Series has certain shortcomings in traffic monitoring."

"In my region, access to the product is very difficult and presents a logistical nightmare."

"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is very cheap and ten is very expensive, I rate the pricing an eight out of ten."

"There is no licensing fee for the solution."

"D-Link Wireless is cheaper than Ruckus or Cisco."

"D-Link pricing is very competitive when you consider other OEMs."

"The product is affordable."

"D-Link Wireless' price is the same as Aruba's. You need to pay one-time costs for the product."

"The cost can range from $100 to $400."

"This solution is more affordable than others on the market."

"The licensing cost is quite high, but considering it's an enterprise solution, the complexity justifies the price."

"The product is relatively affordable for enterprise companies."

"Juniper WLC Series is a bit pricey but worth its cost."

"There is a certain amount that needs to be paid towards the licensing charges associated with the product, but though I am not sure, I feel the licenses that we have in our company are for three years."

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

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Computer Software Company

14%

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11%

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13%

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Questions from the Community

Which wireless solution would you choose - Huawei or D-Link?

Huawei wireless is a strong and solid product that has a lot of features - and for all that it offers, it happens to be very cost effective. As a wireless solution, it is simple and its user interf...

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What do you like most about D-Link Wireless?

The tool supports new technologies.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for D-Link Wireless?

D-Link Wireless is notably more affordable than Cisco and Juniper. It suits SMB needs without the financial burden of purchasing additional licenses for extended APs.

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What do you like most about Juniper WLC Series?

Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment.

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What needs improvement with Juniper WLC Series?

Juniper lacks a network access control agent similar to solutions like Alubakya Path and Cisco ISE. There should be a network access control engine. Some customers find it challenging as they do no...

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What is your primary use case for Juniper WLC Series?

I work with Juniper service provider solutions. I have a service provider customer and some enterprise customers in retail.

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Also Known As

D-Link WLAN

Juniper WLAN

Overview

D-Link Wireless offers a wide range of robust wireless Access Points (APs) operating in both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, supporting the latest wireless standards including 802.11ac and 802.11n. These access points can be managed independently as standalone devices, or collectively by using Central Wi-Fi Manager, a free centralized controller software that can be installed on a Windows server or PC.

D-Link

WLC Series Wireless LAN Controllers deliver and manage wireless local area networks with the highest level of reliability, performance, security, and management in the industry. They integrate secure, wireless LANs with any size wired infrastructures, from small branch offices to the largest enterprise or university campus.

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