Meraki SD-WAN vs Omada Cloud SDN comparison

Cisco and TP-Link are both solutions in the Software Defined Networking (SDN) category. Cisco is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.7, while TP-Link is ranked #3. Cisco holds a 22.5% mindshare in SDN, compared to TP-Link’s 11.6% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution.

Meraki SD-WAN

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97% willing to recommend

Omada Cloud SDN

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0% willing to recommend

Meraki SD-WAN

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We performed a comparison between Meraki SD-WAN and Omada Cloud SDN based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Meraki SD-WAN

Ranking in Software Defined Networking (SDN)

1st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Omada Cloud SDN

Ranking in Software Defined Networking (SDN)

3rd

Average Rating

0.0

Reviews Sentiment

9.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Software Defined Networking (SDN) category, the mindshare of Meraki SD-WAN is 22.5%, down from 24.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Omada Cloud SDN is 11.6%, up from 11.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Mageshwaran S

Solution Architect at airtel

Experienced streamlined network management with enhanced usability and room for improved security features

On the security features, when compared to Fortinet, they have more patterns and AI-generated ones. Meraki SD-WAN is slowly implementing AI, but it is not yet full-fledged. If AI comes into the picture, it will be helpful. I work with Fortinet where with a single command you can deploy the entire SD-WAN along with FortiGuard within minutes. For AI, it can discover and connect, but currently, we are doing it manually. In Meraki SD-WAN, some features require additional licenses and subscriptions. If these were bundled together, such as 10 or 20 licenses, it would be very helpful for a mini branch or small campus area coverage.

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Gavin Cotton

Partner at Attune

Reasonably priced, easy to deploy, and enables remote monitoring

The implementation is quite straightforward. It works every time. The setup is very easy. I rate the ease of setup a ten out of ten. The deployment can be done very quickly. The time taken for deployment depends on the setup. Generally, it can be up and running in a few hours.

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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

"Meraki SD-WAN is stable and the performance is good."

"The most valuable feature is application performance monitoring and being able to browse packets dynamically based on priorities."

"Meraki can react fast to emerging trends."

"If there are multiple network connectivities in an organization, Meraki creates an AutoVPN. It creates a channel automatically."

"The most valuable feature is the firewall capability. It's also got a very good graphical user interface and is very easy to manage."

"It is easy to monitor and manage."

"This product has a simple configuration that can be accessed through a web interface or the API."

"I can manage it very well and in a very easy way."

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"The solution enables us to monitor and help our customer with their connectivity remotely."

Cons

"This vendor has issues with the supply chain that need to be improved."

"When there is an issue, I find it difficult to figure out what is going wrong because the logs do not provide as much information as solutions from HP."

"The port density should be improved because this solution is limited to two."

"The security could improve in Meraki SD-WAN."

"The security and upgrading could improve in this solution."

"We have had some problems doing the implementation."

"A run optimization feature is needed to reduce the bandwidth for any uploaded content."

"Meraki SD-WAN had trouble prioritizing traffic for VoIP calls."

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"The product must provide access points that can be plastered into the ceiling."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I am not aware of the licensing fees."

"For a pure SD-WAN solution, the pricing is competitive. However, our clients are on the lower tier in terms of budget, viewing IT more as a necessary expense rather than integral to their business. While Meraki's solution might be pricey for them, there aren't many cheaper, reliable options."

"This solution is more expensive than competitors."

"Meraki solutions come with a choice of several different subscription options including one year, three years, five years, seven years, and ten years."

"Meraki's pricing is on the higher side, which may limit who can afford to use them."

"From the perspective of the customer, the price is not terribly cost-effective."

"The tool is costly. I rate the tool's price as a ten out of ten since it is very expensive."

"The solution is a bit expensive when compared to other products."

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"The tool is reasonably priced."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Meraki SD-WAN?

The auto VPN feature is important because it automates many tasks, making things simpler and faster. It helps with setting up devices and changing configurations without manual effort.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Meraki SD-WAN?

When compared for the long run, it is reasonable, but for the short term, such as one year, it is costlier, especially compared to other OEMs such as FortiGate. If the license expires in FortiGate,...

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What needs improvement with Meraki SD-WAN?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Omada Cloud SDN?

The tool is reasonably priced. There is no licensing fee.

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What needs improvement with Omada Cloud SDN?

The product must provide access points that can be plastered into the ceiling. The tool should not be visible on the ceiling.

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What is your primary use case for Omada Cloud SDN?

We implement the solution for our clients so that they have Wi-Fi in their villas. We manage the tool for them.

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Overview

Software-defined WAN is a new approach to network connectivity that lowers operational costs and improves resource usage for multi-site deployments, allowing network administrators to use bandwidth more efficiently and ensure the highest possible level of performance for critical applications without sacrificing security or data privacy. For more information on deploying and configuring SD-WAN on the Meraki MX Security Appliance, see the Meraki SD-WAN Deployment Guide.

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Omada’s Software Defined Networking (SDN) platform integrates network devices, including access points, switches and gateways, providing 100% centralized cloud management. Omada creates a highly scalable network—all controlled from a single interface. Seamless wireless and wired connections are provided, ideal for use in hospitality, education, retail, offices, and more.

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