We compared Juniper WLC Series and ExtremeCloud IQ across several parameters based on our users' reviews. After reading the collected data, you can find our conclusion below:
Comparison Results: After comparing the Juniper WLC Series and ExtremeCloud IQ, it can be concluded that the Juniper WLC Series has a simpler setup process and good monitoring capabilities. However, it is more expensive, requires a team of engineers for deployment and maintenance, and lacks user-friendliness and compatibility with other products. On the other hand, ExtremeCloud IQ offers an easy and intuitive setup, a unified dashboard for performance visibility, and unique features like data storage and license swapping. It is also more affordable for certain users and has received positive feedback for its customer service and support. Some users have even experienced a return on investment with ExtremeCloud IQ due to cost savings and scalability.
"The cloud management gives us the tools and reports that we need to monitor and troubleshoot the network."
"Whenever I have a concern, question, or just need a refresher the helpful staff at AeroHive is there to help me. By far, the ]best relationship I have ever had with a vendor."
"The few times we have needed help, Aerohive has been there for us and I am confident that If I need them they will be there again."
"What our customers like the most is that this device is so rugged. It has very good performance and throughput. Its console is very easy to use and has many features, which makes it different from its competitors. Cloud IQ has all the features built into the console, whereas other solutions require you to integrate multiple solutions with their consoles. You don't need to add anything extra with Cloud IQ. With this single solution, you can do almost everything."
"It is more cost effective and gives more flexibility."
"It's extremely easy to deploy. Even our access points are behind the net, not using real, public IP. We can easily add to the cloud. For deployment, we just need to let the access point take the DSCP from IP and then, even if it's not a requirement, we can see the serial number from the access points and add the serial number to the cloud directly."
"HiveManager is incredibly useful for managing APs and switches from one cloud interface."
"App and firewall security at the AP."
"There weren't any scalability issues, the product did what it had to do."
"The Artificial Intelligence on offer is very useful."
"The installation process is nice and easy."
"The installation process is very easy."
"It prevents a large number of unauthorized modifications of access point devices."
"Juniper WLC Series is a very high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment."
"It's easy to set up, and I feel it's very secure. I also prefer its reporting feature. The devices are quite good."
"The certification costs from suppliers are getting out of control, and it's not just Extreme. We have the same problem with Cisco and Huawei."
"Pricing is a bit expensive."
"A room for improvement in ExtremeCloud IQ is roaming. My team is facing roaming issues with the solution, particularly when using VoIP over WiFi. For example, VoIP sometimes breaks when you walk around the customer site. In terms of what I'd like to see in the next release of the solution, right now, the inventory for ExtremeCloud IQ is awful. There's no stock, and you must wait a year and a half for new stocks. It's awful."
"Having a wizard for customers who are just starting might be helpful."
"Their firewall configuration gets funky and it can be difficult to understand."
"Its price could be lower. It is a simplified solution, but it has price challenges. It is costly as compared to other solutions. It has almost everything. The only thing is that MAC is not possible on the cloud, and it has to be on-premises."
"Certain features only exist or work in certain versions."
"The Virtual Appliance crashed once while doing an upgrade. The good thing here is, even if the management system fails, all our networks and features still remain 100% stable and working."
"The solution could offer more integration with other products."
"There could be a high level of security."
"The biggest issue was that Juniper stopped developing, so we had to look for another solution."
"The solution should create configuration documentation."
"We would prefer it if the solution could be less expensive."
"The support on offer to other vendors switching - like Aruba or Ruckus - could be improved."
"There could be more information from the controller, and it could be easier to work with the controller lights. It's not easy to bring up the upgrades."
ExtremeCloud IQ is ranked 5th in Network Management Applications with 73 reviews while Juniper WLC Series is ranked 21st in Wireless LAN with 10 reviews. ExtremeCloud IQ is rated 8.6, while Juniper WLC Series is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of ExtremeCloud IQ writes "Robust stability for maximizing network efficiency and security". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Juniper WLC Series writes "A high-performance device designed for indoor wireless deployment, but it should create configuration documentation". ExtremeCloud IQ is most compared with Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN, Ubiquiti Wireless, Mist AI and Cloud, Aruba Wireless and Cisco DNA Center, whereas Juniper WLC Series is most compared with Cisco Wireless, Aruba Wireless, Ruckus Wireless, Mist AI and Cloud and Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN.
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