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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 #7 with an average rating of 8.0. SonicWall holds a 0.5% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% 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
7th
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 July 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 5.1%, down from 5.9% 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

"A good management tool that can be managed through the cloud or firewall."
"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."
"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 initial setup was very straightforward."
"It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"It is similar to the switches, where it is one of those things where it just works. They are very reliable."
"I have found Ubiquiti WLAN scalable. We have approximately 200 users using the solution in my organization and do not plan to increase usage."
"The tool's deployment is very easy. The deployment of 15 access points can take a day."
"Ubiquiti WLAN has been stable and is easy to install."
"Ubiquiti provides good connectivity for the end-user, so I think it's stable."
"The product’s most valuable feature is the workflow-driven setup for the infrastructure component."
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Cons

"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."
"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."
"Integrating with the firewall and management console was a little complex."
"They are sometimes difficult to manage from the end-user side because they are not yet familiar with the configuration."
"The product's pricing is high and could be improved."
"The downside is the interface changes, where they are constantly doing firmware updates."
"The logs are not detailed enough. You can't clearly see what is being blocked in Ubiquiti WLAN, making the troubleshooting process a little bit harder."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is not a cheap solution."
"Its scalability, UI, and security features could be better."
"Largely we're happy with the product, however, the firmware deployments could maybe be managed a little bit differently."
"The solution could improve by having a cloud version. A cloud version is the easiest to configure anywhere in the world."
"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."
"A potential improvement could be the addition of artificial intelligence features, similar to what Ruckus offers."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The platform offers yearly licenses."
"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."
"Ubiquiti has a good price compared to the other ones."
"I rate the pricing an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."
"On a scale of one to ten, where one is expensive, and ten is cheap, I rate Ubiquiti WLAN's pricing a five to six out of ten."
"The tool's licensing costs are life-time charges."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is fairly well priced and available as a one-time purchase."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"The tool's price is very friendly."
"This product is more cost-effective than some others on the market."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Government
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
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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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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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