SonicWall SonicWave Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

SonicWall and Ubiquiti are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. SonicWall is ranked #20 with an average rating of 10.0, while Ubiquiti is ranked #7 with an average rating of 7.9. SonicWall holds a 0.6% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti’s 5.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of SonicWall users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti users who would recommend it.

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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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SonicWall SonicWave Access Points vs. Ubiquiti WLAN

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

SonicWall SonicWave Access ...

Ranking in Wireless LAN

20th

Average Rating

10.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

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

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of SonicWall SonicWave Access Points is 0.6%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.2%, down from 5.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Wireless LAN Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Ubiquiti WLAN	5.2%
SonicWall SonicWave Access Points	0.6%
Other	94.2%

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Featured Reviews

Jasmit Singh Juneja

CEO & Technology Specialist at Karman Infotech Private Limited

Easy-to-deploy platform with prompt technical support services

The platform's most valuable feature is the ability to provide cloud access to configure and manage devices. It integrates with ETP solutions; thus, we don't need to run a firewall. They provide an online wireless line manager application. Its basic access point is Wi-Fi 621, which has 2.5 G connectivity. None of the competitors, including Fortinet, enables this facility on the most basic level.

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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

"A good management tool that can be managed through the cloud or firewall."

"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."

"I rate SonicWall a nine out of ten."

"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."

"Firstly, I initially purchased the device to build a VPN, and one very valuable feature for me was the ability to create a layer two VPN, which was available on the legacy ER router. It allowed me to expand a subnet to a remote site, which was essential for my setup. Additionally, I appreciated that the CLI of the router was similar to other Juniper products that I was familiar with."

"The pricing is very competitive and the feature sets are very good. It compares well against more expensive options."

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

"The solution works well and in the short time I have used it, I've enjoyed its capabilities."

"The management features are valuable."

"The solution is very easy to install."

"The tool's deployment is very easy. The deployment of 15 access points can take a day."

"Ubiquiti Wireless LAN is reliable and offers a good quality product."

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Cons

"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."

"The product's pricing is high and could be improved."

"Integrating with the firewall and management console was a little complex."

"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."

"The product’s bandwidth could be better."

"Cloud management is one feature that should be included in the next release. This tool is best suited for small environments, not large and complex ones."

"The solution could improve by having a cloud version. A cloud version is the easiest to configure anywhere in the world."

"There is room for improvement in providing the flexibility to change the default management VLAN from VLAN one to another for enhanced security."

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

"The product needs to improve the user interface in the migration from old to new versions."

"I have found they need to work on the stability of the solution."

"The solution should improve stability."

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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 WLAN is cheap. It can work without licensing."

"Ubiquiti WLAN is a low-priced product."

"When comparing the price of Ubiquiti WLAN to Aruba the price is reasonable."

"It is a cost-effective solution."

"This product is more cost-effective than some others on the market."

"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."

"There is no licensing cost for this solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

11%

Computer Software Company

11%

Government

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	10

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

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