ExtremeCloud IQ vs Zscaler Cloud IPS comparison

Extreme and Zscaler are both solutions in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) category. Extreme is ranked #17 with an average rating of 8.3, while Zscaler is ranked #16 with an average rating of 9.5. Extreme holds a 0.7% mindshare in ID, compared to Zscaler’s 1.5% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Extreme users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Zscaler users who would recommend it.

ExtremeCloud IQ

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024

ExtremeCloud IQ and Zscaler Cloud IPS offer competing solutions in network management and security. ExtremeCloud IQ is favored for its pricing and support, while Zscaler Cloud IPS is noted for its superior features, especially in security.

Features: ExtremeCloud IQ provides comprehensive network management with advanced analytics and seamless integration capabilities. Zscaler Cloud IPS offers extensive threat detection, prevention, and overall security features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtremeCloud IQ supports a streamlined deployment model and strong customer service for smooth onboarding. Zscaler Cloud IPS emphasizes a cloud-based deployment with minimal infrastructure needs but may require more initial setup efforts.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeCloud IQ is cost-effective with lower setup costs and promising ROI through inclusive features. Zscaler Cloud IPS may involve higher initial costs but provides advanced security features deemed worthy by security-focused organizations.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeCloud IQ

Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)

17th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Management Applications (11th), Network Access Control (NAC) (10th)

Zscaler Cloud IPS

Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)

16th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) category, the mindshare of ExtremeCloud IQ is 0.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zscaler Cloud IPS is 1.5%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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KristianLarsen

Senior Consultant at Mikla IT

Helps resolve network-related issues quickly and is reasonably priced

The tool has both advantages and weaknesses because it has several pieces of software on which it has been working because of buyouts. The tool has several branches of software versions, and you can consolidate it into ExtremeCloud, but it also has the disadvantage that sometimes people can get issues because the software on the hardware is different than they expected, especially if it is not converted to the tool used. The tool has simplified things, but it also adds a complexity that sometimes stumps some users. In the future, I think the tool’s onboarding setup of a new tenant could be smoother or faster. I also think that they could provide a simpler setup for first-level support so that it can be easier for them to have a support dashboard that would help them. I am talking about customer support organizations, so you usually have a high turnaround, but you need to have something that is easier to use and where you don't need so much training.

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Boubker KASTOUNI

Systems and Network Operations Manager at France Médias Monde at FRANCE MEDIAS MONDE

Stable platform with good technical support services

We use Zscaler Cloud IPS for internet access, extended log store, cloud application control, and advanced threat protection We encounter issues sharing IP addresses with other companies using the software. We have been using Zscaler Cloud IPS for ten years. Stability-wise, I rate the software a…

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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

"This solution's most valuable feature is its short deployment time."

"The tech who handles Extreme IQ tells me it's easy to use and learn. He felt like it was pretty intuitive. It comes with solid training materials. He also has talked about the security features that give you as much or as little control as you want."

"The Client 360 feature provides a comprehensive view of your clients and their activities, including the devices they use. Additionally, a feature called Network 360 offers a 360-degree view of the network, like data usage (in GB), the status of ports and AP, and other details. You can drill down on granular-level drills to gain insights into specific applications and usage patterns like application level and fee, where your data is being wasted or what your clients are doing with the Internet data, what kind of applications they are using, etc."

"The deployment made my life very easy."

"It allows me to see APs and clients that are having issues, allowing for faster support response and less downtime."

"The cloud-based management interface allows us to fully manage all our wireless radios, ensuring consistency and ease of access."

"When we deployed the new IP that is managed wirelessly in the cloud, it fixed the problems. Now, we don't have any more reports, and everything works fine."

"Extreme is transitioning to 802.11ax facilities running the 2G and the 5G cloud, allowing for higher density in education use cases, and ExtremeCloud IQ provides you with novel ways to manage everything. In the old days, you used to have a controller on-site for your access points, but everything is easier now."

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"The initial setup is straightforward and easy in comparison with other solutions."

"The best feature is that Zscaler allows for a separation between cloud applications and URL filtering. For example, under the cloud application segment, I can bypass Microsoft Office 365 without the need to add URLs manually. It's one click, so that's handy."

"The initial setup process is easy."

"The product's most valuable feature is complete SSL inspection."

"Cloud IPS integration is seamless, and it uses a Zero Trust model. It also simplifies overall user access management."

Cons

"Certain features only exist or work in certain versions."

"Their firewall configuration gets funky and it can be difficult to understand."

"A mobile app would be awesome."

"A room for improvement in ExtremeCloud IQ is roaming. My team is facing roaming issues with the solution, particularly when using VoIP over WiFi. For example, VoIP sometimes breaks when you walk around the customer site. In terms of what I'd like to see in the next release of the solution, right now, the inventory for ExtremeCloud IQ is awful. There's no stock, and you must wait a year and a half for new stocks. It's awful."

"An area for improvement in ExtremeCloud IQ is its technical support. Support could be better, especially when you need help concerning ExtremeCloud IQ and WinG."

"Pricing is a bit expensive."

"For me, the only issue is the potential delay in the tool statistics updating in real time after making changes."

"The solution's performance needs to be enhanced because of a very high delay."

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"When it comes to scalability, the IPsec could be improved."

"We encounter issues sharing IP addresses with other companies using the software."

"They have given limited free access for a year. Instead, they should increase the file size and give limited free access for around two months. It will allow engineers to evaluate the product."

"There is always room for improvement."

"We recently had a significant issue with Zscaler. I think they have too many customers and some of their connection edge nodes went down because there were too many requests. I think they aren't scaling enough to keep up with the demand in some areas. That's one thing they should improve."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is so cost-effective that it leaves no room for competition with other vendors."

"Start small and grow big. You can choose the basic Aerohive Connect free subscription solution and, later, if needed (in terms of functionality) you can upgrade to Aerohive Select."

"Customers need to pay a yearly licensing fee for ExtremeCloud IQ, which is a little bit expensive."

"The price was okay."

"Although the pricing is a bit high, I consider Aerohive to be well worth the money."

"Price-wise, it is a reasonable tool."

"I would advise that you be sure to compare apples with apples. Many customers just look at the price per AP and licences, and compare that against other solutions. But, they do not look at the complete picture such as: TCO - how much the equipment will cost you over, say, seven years? Will the customer need to change complete infrastructure when they want to buy the newest hardware? Does support include a lifetime warranty and RMA?"

"For example, if you compare Aruba vs Aerohive, you need to check which licences from Aruba you need to match the functionality of Aerohive (usually you need at least three types of licences and a controller with redundancy). The same goes with Cisco, where you need buy additional licences for central management, firewall, spectral analysis, WIPS, PPSK, etc. Aerohive has a very simple model - one licence for all the functionalities - and you can believe that there are many. One licence makes it easy to maintain, scale, renew and you can plan your costs 10 years in advance."

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"Zscaler has so far been solely responsible for all the sales we have done with it, so it would be more suited than us to address any issues concerning the pricing."

"The product is not affordable for small and medium enterprises."

"The software has become more expensive at present."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

Educational Organization

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Computer Software Company

10%

Healthcare Company

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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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What do you like most about ExtremeCloud IQ?

The Client 360 feature provides a comprehensive view of your clients and their activities, including the devices they use. Additionally, a feature called Network 360 offers a 360-degree view of the...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?

The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period. The documentation and training courses were also costly, impacting how easily I c...

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What do you like most about Zscaler Cloud IPS?

The product's most valuable feature is complete SSL inspection.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zscaler Cloud IPS?

The product is not affordable for small and medium enterprises.

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What needs improvement with Zscaler Cloud IPS?

They have given limited free access for a year. Instead, they should increase the file size and give limited free access for around two months. It will allow engineers to evaluate the product.

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Also Known As

Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity

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Overview

ExtremeCloud is a resilient and scalable cloud-based network management solution offered by Extreme Networks as a subscription service.

The network is your platform of engagement for clients and staff. We have designed ExtremeCloud to provide superior user experience by empowering you and the applications that drive your business. The combination of Extreme Networks’ smart wired and wireless edges and the elasticity, resilience and scalability provided via state-of-the-art datacenters distributed strategically for worldwide availability allows you to respond to the changing needs of your business, at the speed of cloud, through a simple, multi-site aware user interface.

Extreme

Zscaler Cloud IPS enables you to have all threat and alert data in one place. Full user, file and app context is available. Streaming to a SIEM allows further integration into the SOC ecosystem.

The Zscaler Threat Library allows administrators and SOC personnel to drill down on IPS alerts to perform in-depth analysis of threat data within their installation. Search by vulnerability, category or keyword

For more details: https://www.zscaler.com/produc...

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Sample Customers

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange

Zenith Live, Azure, Carlsberg Group

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