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Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is ranked #20 with an average rating of 9.0, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #7 with an average rating of 7.8. Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise holds a 0.7% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.
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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

Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar and Ubiquiti WLAN compete in the wireless networking solutions category. Alcatel-Lucent appears to have an edge with its centralized management and perpetual licensing, while Ubiquiti leads in ease of deployment and cost-effectiveness.

Features: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar excels in centralization and scalability, supporting various WLAN types with flexible management features. It offers perpetual on-premises licenses, integrated security, and network views, allowing efficient management. Ubiquiti WLAN is distinguished for its simple deployment and cost-effective structure. It supports robust remote management with minimal complexity, focusing on high performance and essential features without overwhelming users.

Room for Improvement: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar could improve its web interface and compatibility with third-party systems and simplify configuration. The lack of third-party management integration is a limitation. Ubiquiti WLAN faces challenges in stability and lacks comprehensive support and troubleshooting tools. Users experience issues with frequent updates and channel interference, noting support isn't as strong as some competitors.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is commended for its easy on-premises deployment and strong technical support, with high customer service ratings. Ubiquiti WLAN offers straightforward deployment for both on-premises and cloud solutions but users suggest its technical support and customer service lag behind Alcatel.

Pricing and ROI: Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar offers mid-range pricing with perpetual licenses, positioned between Cisco and Linksys, providing good long-term ROI though initial costs are higher. Ubiquiti WLAN is considered more budget-friendly, benefiting from competitive pricing without ongoing licensing fees, favored by cost-conscious buyers with potential for more accessible pricing.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess S...
Ranking in Wireless LAN
20th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ubiquiti WLAN
Ranking in Wireless LAN
7th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
44
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is 0.7%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.1%, down from 6.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Attila Gyalus - PeerSpot reviewer
An Easily Deployable and User-Friendly Solution with Rapid Installation
The support of this solution is great. The timeliness of their responses is crucial for me. When I raise an issue, I can count on receiving a prompt reply, eliminating the need for extensive online searches or phone calls. This efficiency is paramount in saving time. In the rare instances where problems arise, they are usually swiftly addressed.
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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 have worked with different solutions in the past and switched to Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar because of its quick installation time. It requires no additional preparation. The product is highly stable. I rate it a nine out of ten. The support of this solution is great. The timeliness of their responses is crucial for me. When I raise an issue, I can count on receiving a prompt reply, eliminating the need for extensive online searches or phone calls."
"The features aren't much different than those in Aruba, but deployment is easier to configure and the pricing is better."
"The solution allows you to see the SNMP packets, the DPI packets, and the SNMP server."
"I have not seen any downtime in the tool."
"We are very satisfied with the performance."
"There is a definite ROI with this product. This product creates a baseline of technology that will be a means to grow from five to ten years from now. By using this solution, it is an investment on the installation of that baseline."
"Express in default configuration mode with first turn-on is easy to set up and deploy from a medium installation standpoint."
"The initial setup is pretty straightforward."
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"Ubiquiti WLAN is a reliable, stable, and robust solution."
"The solution works well and in the short time I have used it, I've enjoyed its capabilities."
"The tool's deployment is very easy. The deployment of 15 access points can take a day."
"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."
"Anyone can buy the product off the shelf and configure it."
"The Cloud Key Controller is a valuable feature because it allows me to access the wireless system from the cloud and locally within the same network, enhancing network management."
"I use Ubiquiti WLAN because it's cheap and performs well. The range is its best feature for improving network performance."
"You can save backups of this controller locally and then I can export it to wherever I want."
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Cons

"I would prefer to have the integrated heat map feature provided by the basic controller in the Solution instead of purchasing an external one. Accessing this capability directly within the controller's access point would be convenient."
"It needs to be faster in order to process and transmit bigger packets."
"If the customers plan to go on the cloud side, they need encryption and daily communications from a security perspective."
"Most customers are asking for an on-premises hardware architecture while it is available as a software-based architecture."
"There are occasional OS bugs."
"Better integration with third-party systems is what our customers are expecting in the future."
"It is not possible to integrate Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar with third-party software like Opera, a property management system (PMS)."
"The current implementation of our Guest Access network in isolation for Express mode is very complicated in comparison with leading market solutions."
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"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."
"The strength of the signal from the access points could be improved."
"Ubiquiti WLAN needs to expand the models with external antennas. It needs to improve stability."
"I have never used cloud solutions. My first approach would be something related to the cloud, and backups on the cloud, and maybe an easier way to connect to it because I have an on-premises environment."
"The solution should support a larger bandwidth or distance between the access points and the main stations."
"If they can integrate or release a single platform because, currently, there are two different platforms for switches and routers. So, maintaining just one unified platform, like, for example, unifying the models or brands, and avoiding separate platforms for edge switches, edge routers, and other Ubiquiti products, would simplify the integration and implementation process."
"The product’s bandwidth could be better."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We find the price comparable to other products on the market."
"It's pricey, but better than similar solutions."
"The tool is cost-effective, according to our sales team's feedback."
"At times, it appears that the solution's pricing is slightly higher. This makes it challenging to persuade customers who primarily focus on the price."
"The price of this product is average and it is a one-time, perpetual license."
"The price is in the range of other brands like Cisco, maybe a little cheaper but you get the same features, facilities, and security. Licensing is something Alcatel is making changes to. A few years ago you would buy a WLAN solution from Alcatel for half the price of Cisco, but you would spend the same amount on licensing. Today this is different and the licensing is cheaper."
"Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar is a mid-range solution with respect to pricing."
"The tool is affordable."
"The solution is cheap. I rate its pricing as three out of ten."
"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."
"This product is more cost-effective than some others on the market."
"It is a cost-effective solution."
"Ubiquiti WLAN is cheap. It can work without licensing."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"It’s an expensive product but has all the essential qualities and functionality."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
18%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Government
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Educational Organization
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar?
The solution allows you to see the SNMP packets, the DPI packets, and the SNMP server.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar?
The tool is cost-effective, according to our sales team's feedback.
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What needs improvement with Alcatel-Lucent OmniAccess Stellar?
Most customers are asking for an on-premises hardware architecture while it is available as a software-based architecture.
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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

Alcatel Lucent OmniAccess Stellar, OmniAccess Stellar
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Overview

The Alcatel-Lucent OmniAcces WLAN Switch/controller product family provides the industry's strongest integrated security feature set with a comprehensive line of WLAN switch/controllers, each designed for a specific environment such as the enterprise campus, building or branch office environments.
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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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