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Juniper WLC Series vs Omada Access Points comparison

Juniper and TP-Link are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Juniper is ranked #17 with an average rating of 8.7, while TP-Link is ranked #13 with an average rating of 7.9. Juniper holds a 0.8% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to TP-Link’s 4.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Juniper users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of TP-Link users who would recommend it.
Juniper WLC Series
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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Juniper WLC Series and Omada Access Points both compete in the wireless networking category. Juniper has an edge in programmability and scalability, while Omada stands out for its affordability and ease of use.

Features: Juniper WLC Series offers extensive programmability with a robust open API, AI features, and scalability with multi-SSID support and client load balancing. Omada Access Points provide wide compatibility, ease of use, reliable performance, excellent cloud-based management, and compatibility with both wired and wireless technologies.

Room for Improvement: Juniper WLC Series could improve traffic monitoring, simplify integration, and adopt modern security standards. Omada Access Points could enhance connectivity, speed, and security features, with improvements in API and user management tools being beneficial, along with adopting Wi-Fi 6 or 7 and better meshing capabilities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both products offer excellent on-premises deployment support. Juniper provides comprehensive technical support and good templating capabilities for network management. Omada offers responsive technical support and extensive documentation to ensure a satisfactory customer service experience.

Pricing and ROI: Juniper WLC Series is considered expensive due to yearly licensing fees but offers significant ROI through robust features. Omada Access Points are cost-effective with no subscription fees, making them a budget-friendly choice with better affordability compared to other high-end brands.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Juniper WLC Series
Ranking in Wireless LAN
17th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Omada Access Points
Ranking in Wireless LAN
13th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
15
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Juniper WLC Series is 0.8%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Omada Access Points is 4.1%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Matilda Elwell - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
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Prasad Wijesooriya - PeerSpot reviewer
Well-suited for mobile and portable device usage but issues with stability
The problem is that when the number of users increases, TP-Link automatically drops the speed, and in terms of coverage, it falls short. We are not using any industrial-level equipment or accuracy. We are looking for something at the industrial level, advanced Access Points, not the basic ones from TP-Link. Omada Access Points could be improved in terms of connectivity and speed. That is the main thing. The other thing is security. Currently, most people are sharing their passwords, allowing unauthorized users to access Wi-Fi networks. So, the main areas for improvement are security, accessibility, and speed.
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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

"It is a very stable solution."
"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."
"It's easy to set up, and I feel it's very secure. I also prefer its reporting feature. The devices are quite good."
"Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment."
"The installation process is nice and easy."
"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."
"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."
"The AI integration with Marvis is very valuable."
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"The solution's most valuable feature is its price."
"When this solution is set up, it is solid. It offers fast deployment."
"The solution has been dependable and has kept up with modern technology."
"We use Omada Access Points for the network and Wi-Fi."
"Omada is easy to manage, has cloud management features, and is easy to set up."
"The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it is easy to deploy and reliable."
"The most valuable feature of TP-Link Auranet EAP is its high performance."
"We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for delivering WiFi services in Romania. Our customers are happy, and I've been satisfied with Omada's performance as an engineer."
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Cons

"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."
"In my region, access to the product is very difficult and presents a logistical nightmare."
"In my region, access to the product is very difficult and presents a logistical nightmare. Also, pricing is a big problem and a barrier to entry when selling Juniper against competitors."
"There could be a high level of security."
"Juniper WLC Series has certain shortcomings in traffic monitoring."
"There could be more information from the controller, and it could be easier to work with the controller lights. It's not easy to bring up the upgrades."
"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."
"We would prefer it if the solution could be less expensive."
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"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."
"It's better for smaller organizations. This would not work for enterprises. It is not very scalable."
"It is less affordable for smaller businesses."
"The price of the solution is an area requiring improvement since I want the solution to be made available at a cheaper price than its current market price."
"There should be more remote support for the mobile application."
"We have some issues with stability. It is not so fast. That is the main problem."
"Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover."
"TP-Link Auranet EAP is not very efficient, they need to improve it."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"The licensing cost is quite high, but considering it's an enterprise solution, the complexity justifies the price."
"Juniper WLC Series is a bit pricey but worth its cost."
"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 product is relatively affordable for enterprise companies."
"The cost is about 500 Brazilian real per access point, with no additional recurring costs."
"TP-Link is a good price. They have a good price. But technology-wise, it has to be better."
"Its benefit is that it is cost effective."
"There is no need to pay for the licensing costs since my company is in South Africa. Omada Access Points can be termed as a medium-priced product."
"The price is affordable, and we haven't had any additional costs due to having a limited number of users."
"The cost of Omada is much better than Aruba and Cisco, and it does what we need it to do in most cases. Around 10 percent of our clients need a more carrier-grade solution for mobile platforms."
"The price of the solution is not a lot for five people to use it."
"On a scale of one to ten for pricing, with one being cheap and ten being expensive, I would rate Omada Access Points at a one for its cost-effectiveness."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Government
7%
Healthcare Company
6%
 

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Juniper WLC Series?
Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment.
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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...
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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.
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What do you like most about TP-Link Auranet EAP?
We don't have any issues 90 percent of the time. It works fine in most situations. It has been a success story for delivering WiFi services in Romania. Our customers are happy, and I've been satisf...
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What needs improvement with Omada Access Points?
Omada needs improvement in the distance it can cover. I am looking for an access point that can cover long distances.
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What is your primary use case for Omada Access Points?
I am trying to design a wireless network with Omada equipment. I have deployed Omada in office areas, and now I want to deploy it in a hotel. The company size where I usually deploy is medium-sized...
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Also Known As

Juniper WLAN
TP-Link Auranet EAP, TP-Link EAP, Auranet EAP, Auranet
 

Overview

WLC Series Wireless LAN Controllers deliver and manage wireless local area networks with the highest level of reliability, performance, security, and management in the industry. They integrate secure, wireless LANs with any size wired infrastructures, from small branch offices to the largest enterprise or university campus.
Juniper

Omada access points provide a business-class wireless network solution that’s flexible, manageable, secure, and easy-to-deploy. The free EAP Controller software allows users to manage hundreds of EAPs at multiple sites, all from a single location. The ability to control, adjust and visualize the entire network from any connected PC makes centralized business Wi-Fi management more efficient than ever before. Omada EAPs also feature captive portal and advanced RF management functions, which make them ideal for demanding, high-traffic environments such as campuses, hotels, malls and offices.

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Sample Customers

Apollo Hotel Papendrecht, Armstrong Atlantic State University, Bajaj Capital, Baloise Insurance, BAS Group, Borealis, Danish Crown, Deloitte Belgium, Jan Yperman Hospital, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, MercaSID, S.A., NHTV Breda University, Parklands College and Christopher Robin Pre-Primary, San Antonio Community Hospital, Sandia National Laboratories, Springfield Public Schools (SPS), St. Catherine University, TalkTalk, The Education Village, University of Copenhagen, University of the Highlands and Islands, University of the West of Scotland (UWS), Valdosta State University, Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), zulily
Reflections Resort,Sim Lim Square, Hotel Mary Colombia, Peru WISP, Chase Grammer School
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