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SonicWall SonicWave Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

SonicWall and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. SonicWall is ranked #19 with an average rating of 10.0, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.0. SonicWall holds a 0.5% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of SonicWall users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.
SonicWall SonicWave Access ...
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100% willing to recommend
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82% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and SonicWall SonicWave Access Points compete in the wireless solutions category. Ubiquiti WLAN often leads in terms of pricing and ease of deployment, while SonicWave Access Points are preferred for their comprehensive security features and customer service.

Features: Ubiquiti WLAN is known for its scalability, intuitive management, and extensive range. SonicWave Access Points provide advanced security, fast throughput, and seamless integration with existing security tools.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Ubiquiti WLAN offers a straightforward, self-directed setup appealing to tech-savvy users. SonicWave Access Points deliver comprehensive deployment support and proactive customer service, suitable for enterprises seeking guidance and quick resolutions.

Pricing and ROI: Ubiquiti WLAN is recognized for cost-effective solutions offering good ROI, ideal for budget-conscious projects. SonicWave Access Points require a higher initial cost but justify this with enhanced security features and reliability, appealing to businesses investing in premium solutions.

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Categories and Ranking

SonicWall SonicWave Access ...
Ranking in Wireless LAN
19th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
4
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
45
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of SonicWall SonicWave Access Points is 0.5%, up from 0.4% 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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Featured Reviews

Winsley De Oliveira - PeerSpot reviewer
An industry-leading security and wireless solution packaged in one box
We make our customers SonicWall clients. We have a solution package: If you have a contract to network with us, we will deliver SonicWall firewalls, access points, VPN clients, and all the other equipment with the SonicWall solution. We have been selling this solution for the past 30 years. We had a customer three months ago struggling with a Fortinet solution. We convinced them that the Fortinet solution would not work perfectly during renewal. We made a bet and delivered SonicWall equipment for free for one week, and if they had no more issues, they would buy it. That's precisely what happened. The customer ended up purchasing an $80,000 SonicWall solution. The SonicWall SonicWave Access Points are a good product compared to Cisco, Sophos, and Fortinet. In Brazil, Ruckus is taking market share in some key areas, such as hotels and hospitals. They are into big solutions with thousands of access points. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
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Gabriele-Pizzigati - PeerSpot reviewer
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

"I rate SonicWall a nine out of ten."
"The platform's most valuable feature is the ability to provide cloud access to configure and manage devices."
"The security features of SonicWall are highly valued."
"Unlike the Cisco solution that needs a dedicated wireless controller outside of a firewall, SonicWall has everything in one box. Fortinet is close to it."
"A good management tool that can be managed through the cloud or firewall."
"The solution is very easy to install."
"The initial setup was very straightforward."
"The initial setup is easy."
"It is similar to the switches, where it is one of those things where it just works. They are very reliable."
"Ubiquiti WLAN has good performance."
"There was a time when we were using Cisco switches and attempting to integrate Ubiquiti UniFi switches into our network infrastructure. Eventually, after some effort, we managed to understand the process. Initially, it was challenging to configure the unified console to manage virtual networks alongside internal networks effectively. We had to comprehend how both systems would integrate carefully. It became apparent that maximizing the usage of Cisco switches required a thorough understanding of how UniFi operates at the backend."
"would rate the scalability a nine out of ten. It is very scalable."
"You can save backups of this controller locally and then I can export it to wherever I want."
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Cons

"The product's pricing is high and could be improved."
"The main issue is the management of the access points. They are sometimes difficult to manage from the end-user side because they are not yet familiar with the configuration."
"They are sometimes difficult to manage from the end-user side because they are not yet familiar with the configuration."
"We have a lot of overlapping wireless networks with a lot of cheap equipment that does not run on any rules or regulations. The best way to improve the wireless network, like in SonicWaves, is to defeat these networks by isolating, preventing them, or overcoming their wireless signal. We try to do that, but I live near an airport, and the AirPortRadar glitches my wireless network every nine seconds."
"Integrating with the firewall and management console was a little complex."
"The product could be improved with more extensive documentation or resources for network engineers."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is not a cheap solution."
"The product must provide better warranties."
"The product needs to improve the user interface in the migration from old to new versions."
"The support needs improvement. The official support is kind of complex. It's not that straightforward compared to Cisco and Aruba."
"Ubiquiti lacks troubleshooting tools. For example, there aren't tools that your clients can use to gather input on the AP itself. There's no visibility in the application layer or reporting. It doesn't have a lot of management features."
"There seems to be a drop in service. It's definitely a reliability or stability issue we face."
"Ubiquiti WLAN would be improved with the addition of individual AP configuration, which would allow for fine-tuning of individual access points and logins."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing of the SonicWave Access Points solution is different in the US and Brazil. In the US, the solution is priced more competitively than other vendors. In Brazil, the exchange rate is a problem. To address this, SonicWall managers in Brazil are running several sales promotions and improving the price of new units."
"The platform offers yearly licenses."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."
"The tool's price is good and falls somewhere in the middle."
"Ubiquiti has a good price compared to the other ones."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten. It is high."
"When comparing the price of Ubiquiti WLAN to Aruba the price is reasonable."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is less expensive than Ruckus, but its price could be improved to make it more affordable and accessible."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is fairly well priced and available as a one-time purchase."
"The tool is affordable."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Government
7%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The platform's most valuable feature is the ability to provide cloud access to configure and manage devices.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The platform offers yearly licenses. We receive all the support services through our partners. Thus, there are no extra costs involved. However, some partners might charge for deployment services.
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What needs improvement with SonicWall SonicWave Access Points?
The main issue is the management of the access points. They are sometimes difficult to manage from the end-user side because they are not yet familiar with the configuration.
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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?
We researched Ubiquiti and Aruba when looking for a WLAN solution. Ubiquiti offers good WLAN access both indoors and outdoors. It provides an enterprise-level WIFI while remaining cost-effective. U...
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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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Comparisons

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Compared 18% of the time
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Compared 12% of the time
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Compared 9% of the time
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Also Known As

SonicWave 200 Series, SonicWave 200 Series Access Points, SonicWave 400 Series, SonicWave 400 Series Access Points
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Overview

SonicWall SonicWave series wireless access points (APs) combine high-performance IEEE 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless technology with flexible deployment options. These APs can be managed via the cloud using SonicWall WiFi Cloud Manager (WCM) or through SonicWall's industry-leading next-generation firewalls.

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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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Sample Customers

St. Dominic's School for Girls
NASCAR Grand-AM, Maritime Parc, Outdoor Music Festival, One Republic Tour, British Armed Forces, Arcadia School District, Bartlett School District, Universidad del Azuay, Estelar Hotels, Intercontinental Bali, Moscow - Enforta, Miami - Sling Broadband, Manhattan - MST, Ecuador - Aire.EC
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