D-Link Wireless vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

D-Link and Ubiquiti are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. D-Link is ranked #15 with an average rating of 7.9, while Ubiquiti is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.0. D-Link holds a 2.1% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti’s 5.2% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti users who would recommend it.

D-Link Wireless

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93% willing to recommend

Ubiquiti WLAN

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82% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

D-Link Wireless and Ubiquiti WLAN are competing in the wireless networking space. Ubiquiti WLAN seems to have the upper hand due to its advanced feature set and superior network management tools, which justify its higher price point.

Features: D-Link Wireless provides reliable connectivity, easy setup, effective range extenders, and a focus on user-friendly solutions. Ubiquiti WLAN features robust security protocols, superior range coverage, advanced network management tools, and scalability for business environments.

Room for Improvement: D-Link Wireless could improve its range coverage and incorporate more advanced management tools to compete with higher-end solutions. Ubiquiti WLAN could simplify its setup process for non-technical users and reduce its initial cost to attract a broader audience. Both could enhance user documentation for better support experiences.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: D-Link Wireless is noted for straightforward installation and responsive customer service, ideal for general users. Ubiquiti WLAN, while requiring a more technical setup, is supported by an extensive online resource network and a comprehensive support ecosystem, appealing to tech-savvy professionals.

Pricing and ROI: D-Link Wireless is generally more budget-friendly, offering good ROI with low initial costs, appealing to cost-sensitive users. Ubiquiti WLAN, despite its higher initial costs, offers superior long-term ROI through high performance and scalability, making it attractive to those prioritizing features over initial expense.

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Categories and Ranking

D-Link Wireless

Ranking in Wireless LAN

15th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Ubiquiti WLAN

Ranking in Wireless LAN

6th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of D-Link Wireless is 2.1%, down from 2.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.2%, down from 5.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Wireless LAN Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Ubiquiti WLAN	5.2%
D-Link Wireless	2.1%
Other	92.7%

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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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Gabriele-Pizzigati

Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT

Managing installations through one interface enhances efficiency but AI features improvement

Ubiquiti Wireless LAN is reliable and offers a good quality product. It provides one interface to manage all installations, allowing me to monitor all customers through the same web interface. The web interface in the controller allows for quick configuration of devices with just one click, which is a significant advantage.

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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."

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

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

"The initial setup process was easy."

"The solution is extremely easy to install. You just add them and in a few clicks, they are ready to go."

"This product is user-friendly and we can manage it as per the requirements of the user."

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

"The most valuable feature of D-Link Wireless is its durability."

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"Ubiquiti Wireless LAN is reliable and offers a good quality product."

"The product’s most valuable feature is the workflow-driven setup for the infrastructure component."

"Ubiquiti WLAN has been stable and is easy to install."

"I use Ubiquiti WLAN because it's cheap and performs well. The range is its best feature for improving network performance."

"It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"The initial setup was very straightforward."

"The most valuable feature is the level of security on the Wi-Fi network."

"The solution works well and in the short time I have used it, I've enjoyed its capabilities."

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Cons

"D-Link Wireless’s stability needs improvement."

"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."

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

"The stability could be a bit better."

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

"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."

"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."

"In future releases, it can keep improving on countering the new patterns of security attacks."

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"The statistics you can get on it are a bit limited from what I have seen so far."

"The product’s bandwidth could be better."

"I have never used cloud solutions. My first approach would be something related to the cloud, and backups on the cloud, and maybe an easier way to connect to it because I have an on-premises environment."

"The room for improvement is in the controller levels."

"The solution could improve by having a cloud version. A cloud version is the easiest to configure anywhere in the world."

"There is room for improvement in providing the flexibility to change the default management VLAN from VLAN one to another for enhanced security."

"Its scalability, UI, and security features could be better."

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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."

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

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

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

"The product is affordable."

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

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

"There is no licensing fee for the solution."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is cheap. It can work without licensing."

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is expensive, and ten is cheap, I rate Ubiquiti WLAN's pricing a five to six out of ten."

"The software to control it is free. The license is when we buy the Cloud Key."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is fairly well priced and available as a one-time purchase."

"There is a license required for this solution."

"The tool is affordable."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is a low-priced product."

"This solution is reasonably priced."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Educational Organization

13%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Computer Software Company

10%

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	2

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	10

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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Is Ubiquiti Wireless better than Ruckus Wireless WAN?

Ubiquiti Wireless is extremely easy to set up and is an excellent option for small businesses, offering enterprise features for a one-time fee and no ongoing licensing fees. Ubiquiti Wireless is ve...

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Which is better - Ubiquiti WLAN or Aruba Instant?

We researched Ubiquiti and Aruba when looking for a WLAN solution. Ubiquiti offers good WLAN access both indoors and outdoors. It provides an enterprise-level WIFI while remaining cost-effective. U...

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What do you like most about Ubiquiti WLAN?

Anyone can buy the product off the shelf and configure it.

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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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UniFi is a revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, a central management controller and disruptive pricing.

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