Cambium Networks Wireless WAN Reviews

The most useful function is Zero-Touch Provisioning, which requires no expert knowledge from the end customer and operates in a plug-and-play manner. The graphical user interface for configuration has minimal complexity, allowing anyone with basic networking knowledge to easily configure the entire network with Cambium Networks Wireless WAN. You need to configure it once, and for subsequent devices, you simply purchase the device, onboard it, and use it.

Additionally, Cambium Networks Wireless WAN should include a feature for roaming performance where the end device has capabilities such as client steering, which would intelligently guide devices to connect to the best available access point based on factors such as signal strength, traffic load, and client capabilities.

Cambium should improve the product lineup for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN. Currently, when comparing it with other OEMs, the first lineup includes a product called 2x2 MU-MIMO, and if a customer needs a 4x4 MU-MIMO, they must go for a higher model. There should be an available model with a minimum cost in between.

Both on-premises and cloud deployment models are applicable for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN, as both on-premises and cloud environments are used for deployment.

The dynamic frequency selection is useful because there is an Auto RF feature that automatically and dynamically changes the channel to reduce interference, managing all aspects of the dynamic frequency.

For mission-critical applications with Cambium Networks Wireless WAN, there is a free tech support team that provides technical assistance. You can easily raise a ticket and get support from the tech team, and once the device is implemented, you do not need to worry about your network at all.

Positive

Before, the main competitors for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN were Ruckus and Aruba, but nowadays, it faces challenges from Chinese brands that are gaining recognition in the market, though I prefer not to mention their names.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is better than Aruba or Ruckus mainly because the pricing is lower. Cambium is cheaper than both of them while offering the same features.

I do use Cambium Networks Wireless WAN Advanced Network Management tools. The Advanced Network Management tools for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN are useful because they are maintenance-free. There is a free cloud dashboard, and you do not need to pay any license fees or additional costs. You simply buy the device and use it, which is very simple and easy.

Cambium Networks has very strong security features that protect sensitive data. The traffic is completely encrypted with security protocols WPA2 and WPA3, and for more customized and secure options, there is also 802.1X and EPK, along with many other security features.

Adaptive modulation enhances the network performance, and I can see that clearly.

Zero-Touch Provisioning operates in a plug-and-play manner and requires no expert knowledge from the end customer. The graphical user interface for configuration has minimal complexity, allowing anyone with basic networking knowledge to easily configure the entire network with Cambium Networks Wireless WAN. You need to configure it once, and for subsequent devices, you simply purchase the device, onboard it, and use it.

Other security features include WPA2 and WPA3 protocols, with other customizable secure options such as 802.1X and EPK.

There is a free tech support team that provides technical assistance. You can easily raise a ticket and get support from the tech team, and once the device is implemented, you do not need to worry about your network at all, as it provides zero maintenance.

I would rate this review a 9 out of 10.

In my office, only Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is running. We are using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN network throughout our organization.

In our office, we are using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN solution, which is a controller-based wireless solution. We get benefits because with the controller-based system, there will be a single SSID that you can access across your company.

The features I appreciate most in Cambium Networks Wireless WAN include its licensing model. It has no extra license requirements, unlike Cisco where you need to purchase additional licenses.

When you purchase a Wireless AP, you can just add it to your network. With Cisco, you have to purchase both the AP and another license to add it to your network. Cambium Networks Wireless WAN doesn't require any additional purchases, which is a significant advantage.

Customer support for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN in our country is very poor. Their technical support is limited because there is no country office or principal office in our country. Everyone is importing the Wireless solution and Wireless AP, and we just connect it with our network after purchase.

We first deployed Cambium Networks Wireless WAN in 2018, so we have been using it for seven years, from 2018 to 2023.

The stability of the solution is good and reliable.

This solution is definitely scalable.

We previously used Cisco Wireless WAN. We have since decommissioned the Cisco Wireless WAN solution.

We have 40 to 45 Wireless access points installed in our network. We have gathered extensive experience in installation and operation over the years. Installing a new access point or WiFi is not challenging for us.

Wireless deployment is easy for us to manage.

There are many vendors and suppliers in our country. When we initially purchased two or three units of AP, they provided guidance on installation and configuration. We worked with vendor suppliers for the implementation.

I have heard about Fortinet WiFi solution, which is good. Both Fortinet and Cisco are good solutions. If we were to switch to another solution, I would choose Fortinet WiFi solution because we have Fortinet firewall. It would integrate easily with our firewall solution.

We have deployed FortiGate 200F and 600E firewalls. The 600E was installed four years ago and is still running, and we deployed another 200F last year.

We are continually adding base stations and wireless APs across our company network. For new users, there is a learning curve regarding installation, IP configuration, and technical issues. Since we have been using it since 2018, troubleshooting is not difficult for us.

We have a server on premises that controls all the APs across our company. We have approximately 400 to 500 WiFi users across our company.

We are not currently considering a different solution as it would require extra investment, which would cost too much for us now.

I would rate Cambium Networks Wireless WAN a seven out of ten.

Overall review rating: 5/10

We use Cambium Networks Wireless WAN extensively. We are a distributor of Cambium products. We are a value-added partner for other products, such as Arista. We have significant experience with Cambium products, including PTP, PNP, and Wi-Fi.

We have been associated with Cambium since its days as a Motorola product, for more than 20 years. The solution offers excellent product performance, long-distance coverage, and link reliability. No nearby product is available for distance and performance that can compete with Cambium. 

The uptime and reliability of the product are also excellent.

More high bandwidth is required. A more high throughput radio is necessary. Although the development of high throughput radios is ongoing, due to government of India licensing issues, the deployment is affected.

We have been associated with Cambium Networks for more than 20 years.

This solution has excellent uptime.

I am not a technical person, however, I can say the product performance is great, which is why the business continues to grow.

Their technical support is excellent. I would rate it ten out of ten.

Positive

We are using Cisco, Aruba, Cambium, and Arista.

The pricing is reasonable.

We have evaluated Aruba Wireless and Cisco Wireless.

I would like Cambium to work on increasing bandwidth and throughput capabilities. 

I would rate Cambium Networks Wireless WAN a nine out of ten.

Currently, we are using it for both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint connectivity. We are using it for media transmission of our data as well.

The experience is quite good, and it is very robust. We are operating it in our mine's location, and it is working fine.

Currently, we are using it for point-to-point connectivity, and what we basically do is we transmit data from one point to another point. So, it is quite user-friendly. When we log in to the device, we can easily configure it. So it is quite user-friendly.

There is room for improvement in stability. Sometimes there are some latencies in devices. Otherwise, it is, for some time, not as stable.

From the stability point of view, Cambium can work on improving it. Also, it takes a lot of power input, which is very high, especially for outdoor locations like lightning-prone areas. So it can be made more robust. The design should be more robust when using it in a mining location and in areas with extreme weather conditions and dusty areas.

It has been a few years since I started using this solution. Currently, we are using the 4200 model.

I would rate the stability a six out of ten. My suggestion is that Cambium should focus on improving its stability.

I would rate the scalability a seven out of ten. At my location, over thirty end users are using this solution. We are planning to expand its usage in the future.

Cambium's technical support is reliable, especially in remote locations. We get proper support. The services of Cambium Networks are available even in remote areas, and that's why we prefer this solution over Ubiquiti and other devices, which don't perform well in remote locations. Cambium Networks provides support even in the remotest locations.

Positive

Cambium and Cisco both offer support even in the most remote locations. That's why we prefer them.

I would rate my experience with the initial setup an eight out of ten, where one point for difficult and ten points for easy for Cambium Wireless. It's quite easy.

For configuration, it takes around two to three hours, and for deployment, an additional two to three hours. So, around six to seven hours for the deployment of one device.

First is the configuration, and after configuration, we align the antenna to the tower and then deploy the device.

For deployment, a minimum of two people is required. One person climbs the tower, and another person configures the device.

Pricing is fair enough. However, Cambium should develop more powerful models for our needs. We require more powerful devices for longer distances, like 15 to 20 kilometers. We want more devices, basically.

We were using Ubiquiti, and we were also using Ruckus. We are not using Ubiquiti anymore. Currently, we are only using Cambium.

I'll recommend using it because it is very reliable, and the technical support is also quite good. Cambium Networks provides support even in remote locations, like ours in mine's location. So considering this, we are getting a good response. I would recommend other users to use the device.

I'll rate this solution an eight out of ten. I will not give it a ten out of ten because there is a chance of improvement.

I use Cambium Networks for outdoor connectivity at the university, providing internet access to approximately two thousand students across thirty-five sectorial sites, each with three Cambium Access Points. 

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN has been helpful in overcoming coverage challenges, especially in specific zones through its PowerMAX feature provides superior coverage compared to other solutions like Ruckus.

Cambium Networks' PowerMax feature has been particularly beneficial for WAN connectivity, offering superior coverage compared to other solutions. The standout feature of Cambium Networks for me is its extensive coverage area.

Cambium's solution is flexible for various connectivity needs, although there are limitations based on the specific equipment and metrics. The indoor coverage typically reaches up to sixty meters and may require external antennas for optimal performance and for outdoor connectivity, Cambium Networks offer excellent scalability and coverage, especially with sectorial access points. 

I have been using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN for the past year.

I would rate it 7 out of 10

I would rate it 7 out of 10

Technical support from Cambium Networks Wireless has been very helpful

Positive

The installation process took approximately two days, including testing, acceptance, and site integration. We deployed the Cambium on-premises, and not as the cloud option.

I rate Cambium Networks Wireless as 6 out of 10 since it is cheaper than its competitors like Ruckus, Cisco or Huawei.

The reception and support the product offers are good. The product provides good cover without any complaints when used in lands and distances.

The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that I get to use Cambium Networks XV3-8 Wi-Fi 6 Access Point.

I couldn't find any problems with the product.

There is no good technical support available for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN.

With Cambium Networks Wireless WAN, it is hard to go through the CLI since nobody knows about it in our company. When it comes to CLI, no one in our company can configure it properly. The product's configuration is carried out with the help of a PnP process.

I have been using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN for more than a year. I have experience with the solution's latest version since I use a software-defined networking controller.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is definitely a good and stable product. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

The product's scalability features are good. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

My company doesn't use the direct support provided by the vendor and has to seek help from a third party. Some of the issues are easy to resolve and can be managed by my company.

I rate the technical support a five out of ten.

Neutral

I rate my experience with the product's initial setup phase a ten on a scale of one to ten, where one is bad, and ten is good.

The solution is deployed on an on-premises model.

The product's deployment was carried out in our company a year ago, and I can say that it has been running successfully to date.

Only two staff members in our company are required to take care of the product's deployment process.

The product's deployment process was carried out with the help of our company's in-house team.

From an ROI perspective, the product is worth the money you pay for it. I rate the product's ROI a ten on a scale of one to ten, where one is zero percent, and ten is a hundred percent.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is available at a cheap price. I rate the product price one on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price. There are no costs in addition to the product's standard licensing fees.

The product provides a very good interface which is user-friendly and easy to use.

The product is very easy to use and deploy, considering that help is available from platforms like YouTube and Google.

I rate the overall product a ten out of ten.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is more specific to RF (radio frequency) signals.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is more into the wireless and access points.

The solution's switching functionality could be improved. The solution's documentation should be made better and easily accessible to users.

I have been using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN for one year.

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is a stable solution.

The solution's scalability is not as flexible as that of Aruba. The number of users for the solution depends on the number of access points and the model it supports.

The solution provides good technical support.

The solution’s initial setup is straightforward.

For new users, the solution's deployment will take some time.

The solution's licensing cost depends on the number of nodes.

Recommending Cambium Networks Wireless WAN to customers depends on their use cases. There is no warranty on the devices and no end-of-life for any access points.

Overall, I rate the solution a seven to eight out of ten.

My clients mainly use Cambium for distributing their wireless Internet capacity to homes, businesses, and public hotspots.

The most valuable features for network performance in the solution are reliability and centralized management through a single controller, allowing management of all equipment from one login.

One drawback is that Cambium's on-premises controller needs internet connectivity for installation, which can be a problem for clients who want it offline. Also, configuring Cambium solutions requires more expertise compared to some other vendors.

I have been using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN for three months.

In my experience over the past three months, I haven't encountered any serious stability issues or glitches with the product.

I find the product to be scalable. You can start with a basic setup and expand as needed. Adding features or licenses is straightforward, and the availability of a free controller is a bonus. Overall, it is very scalable.

Ruckus offers more automation compared to Cambium, but Cambium requires less expertise and offers competitive pricing.

Deploying Cambium solutions requires some knowledge and understanding of the concepts involved. It is not as easy as just unpacking and installing. With training or prior experience, it becomes manageable. Once set up, automation can make deployment quick, potentially taking only minutes for each device. Overall, it is a straightforward process that typically requires only one person.

The ROI for clients, especially for those running public hotspots, is quick, typically around three months due to the revenue generated. Time saved is significant, with automation reducing workload by about 70%.

The pricing of Cambium is reasonable.

Cambium's reliability ensures minimal connectivity issues for clients, even in challenging conditions like rain. Once set up, Wi-Fi access points and point-to-point links rarely experience downtime except for occasional part failures. 

Before using Cambium, I recommend doing some training or research on the product, as it will help you make the most of its features. Utilizing their portal for learning can also be beneficial.

Overall, I would rate Cambium Networks Wireless WAN as a nine out of ten.

We have been utilizing Cambium Networks' Point-to-Point backhaul solution for our connectivity needs. It supports remote connectivity over a distance of eight kilometers.

The advantages it provides include affordability, excellent performance in various environments, compatibility with local conditions, and reliable network performance. The network latency is satisfactory.

It excels in challenging environments and adverse weather conditions, maintaining high performance without any impact on the link quality.

The Spectrum analyzer demonstrates excellence in its performance.

The modulation could be optimized for better performance, and the configuration should be made adaptive to ensure dynamic adjustments as needed.

I have been working with it for nineteen years.

It provides excellent stability capabilities. I would rate it ten out of ten.

Nearly four hundred or more users have been working with it within our organization.

The technical support is outstanding. I would rate it nine out of ten.

Positive

We were previously using Palo Alto, but we opted for Cambium due to the better server performance.

The initial setup was fairly straightforward.

After the physical work is completed, upgrading the link usually takes between ten to fifteen minutes. It involves one WAN technician and one engineer at one site, and another WAN engineer and one technician at the other site. The process begins with selecting the tower and determining the optimal height for mounting the antenna. Then, the angle of the antenna is adjusted accordingly. This process is required at both ends of the WAN connection.

The return on investment is significantly high. We quickly achieved ROI.

The price is affordable. There is an additional license fee required for commissioning-related activities.

I would recommend it because it offers cost-effective long-distance WAN communication with excellent network reliability. The network latency is low, throughput is high, and uptime is exceptional at 99.99%. Overall, I would rate it nine out of ten.

We use the platform to increase Wi-Fi coverage.

The product is inexpensive and has a free controller feature. It is easy to deploy and has many specialists to help us handle complicated processes.

The product could have more access points to increase the network coverage. They should introduce programs, workshops, or documentation to share knowledge about the primary principles.

We have been using Cambium Networks Wireless WAN since 2018.

I rate the product’s stability a seven out of ten.

It is a scalable product. There are license fees or additional licenses for application. I rate its scalability a ten out of ten.

The initial setup is easy once the infrastructure is ready. I rate the process an eight out of ten. It requires two technicians to execute and 30 minutes to complete. It involves configuring on-premise servers, creating new IP addresses, and starting with the work.

I rate the product’s pricing a two out of ten.

I rate Cambium Networks Wireless WAN a seven out of ten. It is inexpensive and easy to deploy. I recommend it to someone planning to deploy a solution on a limited budget.