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HPE Wireless WAN vs Ruckus Wireless WAN comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 4, 2025

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

HPE Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
6th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
21
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ruckus Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Wireless WAN category, the mindshare of HPE Wireless WAN is 1.0%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ruckus Wireless WAN is 35.7%, down from 37.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

SunilNair2 - PeerSpot reviewer
Reliable wireless connectivity supports seamless hospital staff mobility
We use HPE Wireless WAN for hospital purposes. In our hospital, all the staff have laptops and move around, hence the need for wireless connectivity. We also provide guest access to patient rooms, including ICU rooms, where patients stay HPE Wireless WAN provides reliable connectivity. We use it…
Udit Narayan - PeerSpot reviewer
Offers robust outdoor connectivity, but signal strength and support need improvement
In Cisco, there is a configuration where it automatically switches from the 2.4 GHz to 5.2 GHz frequency. But with Ruckus, usually, we need to manually define whether we want to use the 2.4 GHz or 5.2 GHz. Another point is that its penetration power is low when we are using it in any location with more walls, as the signal strength diminishes. So, the signal strength and the penetration power of the signal should be improved. It is not like Cisco. We are using Cisco APs also, but Cisco APs perform better when we compare them with Ruckus. In future releases, I would like to see automatic switching between 2.4 GHz and 5.2 GHz frequencies. We should not have to set it manually. It should automatically change its frequency based on the load. For example, if the number of users increases, then its frequency should change automatically, switching to the less congested band.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"What's most valuable in HPE Wireless WAN is that it works fine for customers with existing HPE controllers."
"The WiFi and high scalability are the most valuable features."
"I like their features, such as reliability and high availability."
"The most important is that the solution is stable."
"The solution is easy to use."
"The most valuable feature of this solution is flexibility."
"The most valuable features of HPE Wireless WAN are high quality and capability."
"The most valuable features of this solution are it supports the newest virus technology, which helps with bandwidth, and is very stable."
"The performance is very nice, the throughput is better than any other product, and it's reliable."
"The solution is suitable for many types of environments, such as small businesses."
"Scalability is a valuable feature."
"Wireless six is the most valuable feature of this solution right now. It has supported the most recent laptop model."
"Ruckus Wireless WAN’s most valuable feature is unleashed."
"The product is very user-friendly."
"What I like best about Ruckus Wireless WAN is easy administration. After installation, you'll benefit from how easy it is to administer the product. I also like that the product can cover the whole area with just a few endpoints."
"The stability provided is very nice."
 

Cons

"It should be a faster device."
"The HPE Wireless dashboard could be more user-friendly."
"Sometimes it can be difficult to find the right sizing."
"The installation is easy. However, my implementation is complicated and you would need special training to complete it."
"In the next release of the solution, there should be better integration with other platforms."
"The license cost of the product is an area where the prices are neither expensive nor cheap, leaving a scope for the prices to be lowered further."
"HPE Wireless WAN could provide better access points and better pricing."
"Stability could be improved, and technical support needs to be faster."
"The pricing, when compared to Ubiquiti, isn't competitive enough. If you want to have a Government or Public sector client they will ask why they should pay 200 euros if they can get something for 40 euros."
"Of course, we'd always like it to be cheaper, but that's for every product."
"I would like to see IoT device support available with WiFi six. IoT is used by all businesses. They are now using IoT devices. It is required."
"Really, it's just about centralizing manageability across multiple sites, but like I said, that's me commenting on the old product that we've got. I know they've addressed that now with cloud controllers, but that would've been my main thing."
"The solution could use a better user interface."
"The license model offered by the product is an area of concern where improvements are required."
"I would like to see the billing system improved by adding a billing system integration."
"Pricing is an area for improvement. The devices are relatively expensive."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We don't pay a licensing fee, we purchased the product."
"The solution is quite expensive. You have to pay for every node and it can get expensive fast, it is approximately £3,000 per month."
"The price of HPE Wireless WAN is high."
"Price wise, it is on the medium end of the scale. It could be lower."
"I find the price to be reasonable."
"The price is perfect for me."
"If you are concerned with your budget, then you can go for the cheaper model."
"The license cost of the product falls under the category of a moderately priced tool."
"The price of Ruckus Wireless WAN is in the middle price range compared to competitors. You will find Cisco is the most expensive, the second is HPE and Aruba, and the third is Ruckus Wireless WAN. You then have all the follower solutions."
"I rate the product's price a seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."
"Compared to big brands, the tool is quite competitively priced."
"Sometimes they sell it for Rs.20,000, and other times, they sell it for Rs.30,000. Then, suddenly, they ask for Rs.70,000. There should be a tiered pricing structure based on the quantity. We understand that if you buy more, the price should be lower, and if you buy less, it may be higher."
"This solution offers a yearly subscription. The price is not high, other solutions are much higher than Ruckus."
"There is an annual license needed to use this solution. The pricing model is based on how many access points are used."
"In general, it is a packaged solution with analytics, support, and a cloud license. The pricing is acceptable for licensing the cloud for a bundle."
"We have to pay annually for the cloud licenses, so I think it'll be about 5,000 pounds a year moving forwards."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
No data available
Comms Service Provider
15%
Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with HPE Wireless WAN?
Stability is an issue, as the access point becomes overloaded with more than twenty connections. Additionally, the current product uses two antennas. Increasing to four antennas could benefit us.
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...
What do you like most about Ruckus Wireless WAN?
Ruckus Wireless WAN is an easy-to-use solution.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ruckus Wireless WAN?
The price is always on the higher side, which impacts the perception of return on investment.
 

Also Known As

Wireless WAN, HP Wireless WAN
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Bell Canada
American University of Sharjah, Dordt College, Drew University, Lamar University, Raroa School
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