ExtremeWireless vs NETGEAR Insight Access Points comparison

Extreme Networks and Netgear are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Extreme Networks is ranked #15 with an average rating of 8.0, while Netgear is ranked #21 with an average rating of 8.0. Extreme Networks holds a 2.1% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Netgear’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 81% of Netgear users who would recommend it.

ExtremeWireless

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92% willing to recommend

NETGEAR Insight Access Points

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81% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

ExtremeWireless and NETGEAR Insight Access Points compete in the wireless networking space. ExtremeWireless seems to have the upper hand in performance for large environments, whereas NETGEAR Insight stands out for ease of use and effective cloud-based management suited for smaller setups.

Features: ExtremeWireless offers superior scalability and integration, robust security, and enterprise-level management. NETGEAR emphasizes seamless cloud-based management, straightforward configuration, and real-time remote monitoring.

Room for Improvement: ExtremeWireless could enhance ease of deployment and optimize its interface for less tech-savvy users. It might also work on reducing initial costs. NETGEAR can improve scalability for larger environments, enhance feature depth, and expand customer support options.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: NETGEAR is praised for simple deployment through app-driven management with accessible customer support. ExtremeWireless offers strong technical support but involves a more complex setup process, requiring technical expertise.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeWireless incurs higher setup costs reflecting advanced technology, promising substantial long-term ROI. NETGEAR provides a cost-effective solution offering good ROI through affordable pricing and usability, ideal for businesses with limited budgets.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeWireless

Ranking in Wireless LAN

15th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

NETGEAR Insight Access Points

Ranking in Wireless LAN

21st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of ExtremeWireless is 2.1%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NETGEAR Insight Access Points is 1.6%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Wireless LAN Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
ExtremeWireless	2.1%
NETGEAR Insight Access Points	1.6%
Other	96.3%

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Karel Ondracek

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.

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Calvin Ong

Business Manager at KAIRA Technologies pte ltd

Reasonably priced product with a straightforward deployment process

I never thought about what could be made better in the product since my company is a customer-centric organization where we provide Aruba or NETGEAR, depending on the demands and needs of our customers. The product's UI needs to be simplified and made more straightforward. It would be great if it was possible to send notifications regarding some errors related to the product that can be sent from our company to our clients through the organization's post-sales team.

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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

"Extreme access points perform very well in high-density environments, and we use them at sites with our customers."

"The wireless security solution is the most valuable feature of ExtremeWireless."

"The cloud-based management system is valuable."

"ExtremeWireless is a flexible solution."

"ExtremeWireless has good performance."

"It's reliable and works well. It's pretty stable."

"In terms of the most valuable features, I like the integration with the fabric. The network fabric completely integrates with wireless as well."

"The cloud-based solution allows for easy management and monitoring of traffic and congestion."

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"[Being] able to configure the WiFi devices and to see utilization remotely, or from the cloud."

"I am all about simplicity. With the Insight management solution, I don’t need an additional cloud controller, appliance, network manager, or PC/server to configure and manage my access points. You have to look at cost, and everything has a cost. There is a cost to using Insight. But if the cost is reasonable, I don't want another layer. The ability to deploy a network and then have that software built-in, without having to go to a third-party, is big. Also, the less pieces that I have to call in on, the better. So, when I'm calling NETGEAR, it's not like I'm using some third-party piece of software to manage their product. It doesn't add that layer of complexity, which is key."

"Our company sometimes uses the solution's technical support, and we have seen that they sort out our general problems quickly."

"We use NETGEAR's Insight management solution to do off-property controls. It is user-friendly and provides network management, monitoring, and service deployment across multiple remote and local sites. That means I don't have to be physically at a location to do things if I want to make any changes to the network. It saves time and money."

"The product's deployment is straightforward."

"I'm able to do a lot of things, because the GUI is designed very well. I'm able to remotely make certain changes via my phone and apply them right away. It makes life easier when it comes to managing the equipment. The Insight management solution phone app is very good. It enables me to do what I want to do."

"From the WiFi aspect, it's very intuitive and easy to use. The solution enables me to manage my entire WiFi from anywhere in the world..."

"The internet connectivity is good."

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Cons

"They should develop more troubleshooting tools for system management. Additional troubleshooting tools should be created by the engineers."

"I experienced issues during firmware upgrades, as some devices required a physical restart, which affects system stability."

"The cost is a little high."

"The current product line is very high-level and is well suited for enterprise-level organizations, but they need a more cost-effective solution for smaller businesses."

"ExtremeWireless support isn't very good."

"The solution needs to improve its portfolio."

"Wireless products, in general, have room for improvement compared to wired ones, which are more stable."

"The ability to integrate with network devices from other vendors would be helpful."

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"The pricing and standard connectivity can be further improved."

"The product's UI needs to be simplified and made more straightforward."

"The registration is annoying. I have to go back to NETGEAR and log tickets. Access points and router registration are something that they need to address in Insight. They need to fix the bug of getting the devices activated and enrolled in Insight without fighting with them. I have probably done about six of these in the last month. You get to see patterns."

"While the data throughput does provide us with full insight into data being used, we find that it's not very accurate."

"There is always room for improvement."

"Due to certain shortcomings in the solution's stability, I feel that the solution's stability requires improvement."

"Software-wise, they need to provide the ability to kick users out. If multiple users are abusing the system or the network, I should be able to block them for a time and, when I need to unblock them, I should be able to do so by using their MAC ID. That feature might already be there and I just don't know about it."

"My major problem is right now, the area which I need to cover is around 7,000 to 10,000 square feet...I would like NETGEAR Insight Access Points to extend the area coverage they provide."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is priced well and we currently are only paying for a license for maintenance."

"ExtremeWireless isn't budget-friendly. The hardware costs around 20,000 Indian rupees. We're still using an older controller, so it doesn't require a license, unlike the newest versions of the ExtremeWireless controller."

"We pay approximately $30,000 per year."

"The pricing is reasonable."

"Extreme isn't the most expensive, but it's not a low-cost solution, and because there are no big volumes, you don't receive significant discounts, making the final price higher."

"I rate the product's pricing a three or four out of ten."

"It's not as expensive as some and is scalable to our needs."

"The solution has a yearly subscription, and we have to pay additional costs for technical support."

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"We have some basic models they give without a license."

"Their pricing is perfect for smaller businesses who are money and budget conscious. There are a lot of other solutions out there that are two to three times more expensive."

"I can source the stuff pretty quickly wherever I go through the distributor. There is pricing available at NETGEAR if you can spend between $2,000 and $5,000 on a solution. So, there is special pricing that they can help with. The vendor's reps are very responsive. They have a good channel system."

"Price-wise, it is a little too high, about $20 higher than what it should be, but it's worth it. It's cheaper than Cisco's access point, but the products are not apples to apples."

"For what you get, the price of Insight access points is very reasonable."

"The pricing seems to be reasonable."

"It is an expensive solution."

"I think that the price of the product is reasonable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

13%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Government

Comms Service Provider

Retailer

University

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	10
Large Enterprise	8

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	2

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 ...

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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.

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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...

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What do you like most about NETGEAR Insight Access Points?

The product's deployment is straightforward.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NETGEAR Insight Access Points?

We have some basic models they give without a license.

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What needs improvement with NETGEAR Insight Access Points?

The pricing and standard connectivity can be further improved.

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Overview

Extreme ExtremeWireless Access Points deliver wired-like performance, at scale for high-density in every environment. Smart Access Points are equally adept for both distributed and centralized deployment models. ExtremeWireless Controllers provide advanced functionality to allow organizations to define how wireless voice/video/data traffic is processed without architectural constraints and in accordance with business needs.

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