NETGEAR Insight Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

Netgear and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Netgear is ranked #21 with an average rating of 7.3, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.0. Netgear holds a 1.2% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.0% mindshare. Additionally, 81% of Netgear users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.

NETGEAR Insight Access Points

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Ubiquiti WLAN

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82% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and NETGEAR Insight Access Points are strong contenders in the wireless network solutions arena. With a focus on cost-effectiveness and support, Ubiquiti WLAN may appeal to budget-conscious buyers, while NETGEAR Insight Access Points attract users with advanced features that may justify their higher price.

Features: Ubiquiti WLAN is noted for scalability, robust performance in expansive environments, and easy configuration. By contrast, NETGEAR Insight Access Points offer cloud management, remote monitoring, and simple setup processes. Ubiquiti emphasizes scalability and performance, whereas NETGEAR focuses on cutting-edge management capabilities.

Room for Improvement: Ubiquiti WLAN could enhance its advanced feature set and modern management tools, updating its interface for a more intuitive user experience. NETGEAR Insight may benefit from expanding its basic features and reducing dependency on cloud connectivity to function. They could also improve initial cost efficiency.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Ubiquiti WLAN promises streamlined deployment with solid technical support, catering to tech-savvy users. In comparison, NETGEAR Insight Access Points offer easy deployment with extensive customer service, suited for users of varying technical expertise.

Pricing and ROI: Ubiquiti WLAN delivers an affordable setup with promising ROI suitable for budget-minded consumers. NETGEAR Insight Access Points present a higher upfront cost, but the features offer potential long-term value. Ubiquiti provides cost savings, while NETGEAR gives a feature-packed experience.

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Categories and Ranking

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

Ubiquiti WLAN

Ranking in Wireless LAN

6th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of NETGEAR Insight Access Points is 1.2%, down from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.0%, down from 6.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Piyush Jain

Product manager at Oracle

A product with load-balancing features that offers scalability to its users

My major problem is right now, the area which I need to cover is around 7,000 to 10,000 square feet, where even the mesh routers don't work out for me because it is a huge area to be covered. To cover huge areas, I will have to put extenders. I will have to use mesh routers with extenders to cover a whole huge area with Wi-Fi. I would like NETGEAR Insight Access Points to extend the area coverage they provide. One of the major problems I see is that when you try to use NETGEAR Insight Access Points, the huge amount of options that are there can only be handled by a person who is experienced or knows the process. So there should be a guide that walks anyone through different options and different things about how to go work with the UI.

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Gabriele-Pizzigati

Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT

Managing installations through one interface enhances efficiency but AI features improvement

Ubiquiti Wireless LAN is reliable and offers a good quality product. It provides one interface to manage all installations, allowing me to monitor all customers through the same web interface. The web interface in the controller allows for quick configuration of devices with just one click, which is a significant advantage.

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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

"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..."

"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."

"The meshing capabilities are the most valuable feature. When I am going in-between buildings, my phone doesn't have to pick up different WiFi. They are all the same. Even in-between the buildings, I stay connected."

"The product's deployment is straightforward."

"I now have the ability to remote access my network. That works extremely well. I can access it from any place. I don't need to be physically at the device. This saves me on time and travel."

"The initial setup of NETGEAR Insight Access Points was straightforward."

"The internet connectivity is good."

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

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"Ubiquiti WLAN's most valuable features are that it works well in a hybrid environment and isn't heavy on resources."

"Ubiquiti WLAN has been stable and is easy to install."

"The Cloud Key Controller is a valuable feature because it allows me to access the wireless system from the cloud and locally within the same network, enhancing network management."

"You can save backups of this controller locally and then I can export it to wherever I want."

"The most beneficial thing about Ubiquiti is that it is simple to deploy."

"The web interface in the controller allows for quick configuration of devices with just one click, which is a significant advantage."

"The initial setup was very straightforward."

"The management features are valuable."

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Cons

"A con is the backend system which is very, very slow."

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

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

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

"Ubiquiti is a very good company. NETGEAR should look at that model and expand on its remote capabilities. Ubiquiti seems to have a better product."

"I have some frustrations with the ease of use. It tends to be sluggish. The graphical interface is pretty, but not useful. They have this tree that shows connected devices, which makes no sense whatsoever because the labeling field of the tree truncates all the items to the point that it's almost useless. You can't even tell what it is. I would prefer a spreadsheet list of the gear as opposed to a graphical representation."

"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."

"There is always room for improvement."

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"I think the main area for improvement with Ubiquiti WLAN is that they need to be far more specific in explaining the advantages of one product versus another. They have many access points - over 30. We often get questions about the right product for specific circumstances, and it's difficult to answer them clearly."

"It does require some maintenance from my side, including troubleshooting and fixing occasionally."

"The product's area of concern revolves around its lack of support."

"The product’s bandwidth could be better."

"The room for improvement is in the controller levels."

"I have never used cloud solutions. My first approach would be something related to the cloud, and backups on the cloud, and maybe an easier way to connect to it because I have an on-premises environment."

"When they release new products, you should know if there backward compatibility, or do you have to replace the entire forklift, It is useful to understand their strategy and where they are headed."

"The solution needs to improve robustness, security, and stability."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing seems to be reasonable."

"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."

"My company does not need to pay anything related to the solution's licensing costs."

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

"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."

"It wasn't much more than 100 dollars a year. For the devices that we have, the pricing was pretty fair."

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

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"I rate the pricing an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."

"Its cost is reasonable."

"The tool's licensing costs are life-time charges."

"The solution is cheap. I rate its pricing as three out of ten."

"It is a cost-effective solution."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is a low-priced product."

"I would rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten. It is high."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is less expensive than Ruckus, but its price could be improved to make it more affordable and accessible."

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Questions from the Community

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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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...

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Which is better - Ubiquiti WLAN or Aruba Instant?

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What do you like most about Ubiquiti WLAN?

Anyone can buy the product off the shelf and configure it.

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Overview

At NETGEAR, we turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live. Easy to use. Powerful. Smart. And designed just for you.

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UniFi is a revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, a central management controller and disruptive pricing.

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