D-Link Wireless vs SonicWall Wireless Network Manager comparison

D-Link and SonicWall are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. D-Link is ranked #12 with an average rating of 8.0, while SonicWall is ranked #28. D-Link holds a 2.1% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to SonicWall’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Categories and Ranking

D-Link Wireless

Ranking in Wireless LAN

12th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

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 August 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of D-Link Wireless is 2.1%, down from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SonicWall Wireless Network Manager is 0.1%, up from 0.1% 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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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 connectivity is good."

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

"The setup process is very easy."

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

"The tool supports new technologies."

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

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

"It's scalable, user friendly, and easy to manage."

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

Cons

"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."

"Its interface and support system need much improvement. Sometimes, when we use the interface to reset the password and configure SSIDs, or some other changes, the "Save" option does not show and we have to go to some internal setting and then we can "save" the setting. The “Save” option should be in front of or below of the settings."

"Sometimes, the solution needs to be restarted."

"The solution doesn't have hotspots. Users can't set it up so that visitors can log in via Facebook or social media as they can at, for example, airports. D-Link should include hotspots that offer integration with social media. That way, visitors don't need to be asking people for passwords. They can just use Facebook."

"The solution's performance could be improved."

"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)."

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

"The support offered by the product needs to be faster with better technical personnel."

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"Initial integration with the cloud was problematic."

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."

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

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

"The product is affordable."

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

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Top Industries

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Comms Service Provider

12%

Educational Organization

12%

Computer Software Company

10%

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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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Also Known As

D-Link WLAN

SonicWall WiFi Cloud Manager (WCM)

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.

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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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