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ExtremeWireless vs Juniper WLC Series comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

ExtremeWireless
Ranking in Wireless LAN
14th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
30
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Juniper WLC Series
Ranking in Wireless LAN
19th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of ExtremeWireless is 2.5%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Juniper WLC Series is 1.5%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
ExtremeWireless2.5%
Juniper WLC Series1.5%
Other96.0%
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

KO
Network Administrator at THK Co Ltd
We manage complex networks with seamless guest and user access while ensuring device authorization
I use enterprise connections where users need to be authorized against radius servers. This feature is common across various products, including ExtremeWireless. Generally, the network management is valuable to me. However, I am unsure how the security architecture enhances our network protection as we typically use the latest firmware for access points. Nonetheless, we had some troubles with roaming, requiring me to install specific firmware to avoid issues.
Matilda Elwell - PeerSpot reviewer
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.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"One of the most valuable features of ExtremeWireless is its centralized control, which influenced our choice."
"It's cloud-based and very easy to deploy."
"The security is very good."
"The central control is valuable."
"The technical support from Extreme Networks is perfect."
"I like Cloud IQ, ExtremeWireless' cloud controller and analytics platform. It's full of information, easy to use, and provides excellent visibility into my network."
"The most valuable feature is stability."
"Based on my experience, I would recommend ExtremeWireless to others."
"Juniper Wireless is reasonable, with a bit of complexity compared to Alibaba and SQL."
"It is a very stable solution."
"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."
"The solution is stable, we have not witnessed any bugs or glitches and it doesn't seem to crash or freeze, it's a reliable product and the performance is good in general."
"It provides reliable and effective Wi-Fi to our clients and it is very scalable for high density installations."
"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."
"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."
"Allows end users to roam the office and be productive wireless without being plugged into an Ethernet cable."
 

Cons

"The APs have quite a low signal compared to other brands."
"Our access points device is at its end of life. I can buy one more and then I must buy a new device, but if it is a new device it will not support the old virtual appliance."
"The ability to integrate with network devices from other vendors would be helpful."
"The cost is a little high."
"The user interface of ExtremeWireless could be better. It is not user-friendly."
"The cost of this product is also somewhat on the higher side as compared to the other devices."
"The main area for improvement is the company's local visibility."
"The ExtremeWireless WiNG Access Point on-premise is not as good as the cloud and many of my customers are switching. It is easier for my clients to manage everything from the cloud. I currently use a model of the controller that does not support any cloud functionality."
"The solution should create configuration documentation."
"The solution could offer more integration with other products."
"Juniper lacks a network access control agent similar to solutions like Alubakya Path and Cisco ISE."
"WLCv was a product at the being of its evolution, so there was room for improvement there."
"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."
"There could be a high level of security."
"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."
"Juniper WLC Series has certain shortcomings in traffic monitoring."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is reasonable."
"The price of the solution overall is expensive. Additionally, the controller and license are expensive. We pay for an annual subscription."
"Our access points device is at its end of life. I can buy one more and then I must buy a new device, but if it is a new device it will not support the old virtual appliance. I would need to upgrade our virtual appliance to the next version or build a new virtual appliance with new devices, and it's not good for us. The overall licensing subscription could be better."
"I rate the price of Extreme Wireless a three out of five."
"We pay approximately $30,000 per year."
"It's not as expensive as some and is scalable to our needs."
"The license cost per AP is about $150 USD."
"ExtremeWireless is subscription-based for both cloud and on-prem solutions, and it's quite expensive."
"Juniper WLC Series is a bit pricey but worth its cost."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"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 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."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Construction Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Computer Software Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise4
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with ExtremeWireless?
There are concerns regarding the stability of ExtremeWireless. It could be an area of improvement, especially when compared to previous solutions such as Motorola before their acquisition. Another ...
What is your primary use case for ExtremeWireless?
We mainly use ExtremeWireless ( /products/extremewireless-reviews ) for the warehouse, specifically for the Zebra handheld devices and printers.
What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeWireless?
Overall, ExtremeWireless has a lot of room for improvement. The main concern is stability. As a user, I focus on supporting the devices and ensuring they meet my client’s needs. While I do not hand...
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...
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.
 

Also Known As

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Juniper WLAN
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

St. Xavier High School, Americatel, Diamond Light Source
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