Aruba Instant On Access Points vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Ubiquiti Networks are both solutions in the Wireless LAN category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.6, while Ubiquiti Networks is ranked #7 with an average rating of 7.9. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 0.9% mindshare in Wireless LAN, compared to Ubiquiti Networks’s 5.1% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 82% of Ubiquiti Networks users who would recommend it.

Aruba Instant On Access Points

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 31, 2024

Ubiquiti WLAN and Aruba Instant On Access Points compete in the wireless networking category. Aruba Instant On Access Points seem to have the upper hand due to their seamless cloud-based management and more responsive customer support.

Features: Ubiquiti WLAN is known for its robust stability, ease of installation, and comprehensive management capabilities, including a free controller system and effective VPN setup. It provides an intuitive interface without ongoing licensing fees. Aruba Instant On Access Points are praised for simple deployment and ease of management through a cloud-based interface, offering extensive coverage and reliability suitable for small and medium-sized environments.

Room for Improvement: Ubiquiti WLAN could benefit from enhanced signal strength, simpler management interfaces, and advanced enterprise features like automated channel conflict resolution. Improvements in cloud integration and management are also desirable. Aruba Instant On Access Points need better user density capabilities, improved radio frequency coverage, and integration tools to enhance monitoring and reporting.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Ubiquiti WLAN offers a straightforward on-premises deployment but lacks universal cloud management, making it more complex compared to Aruba Instant On Access Points, which provide both cloud and on-premises deployment options. Ubiquiti's community forums serve as a primary support source, though official responses can be slow. Aruba is noted for reliable and responsive support.

Pricing and ROI: Ubiquiti WLAN appeals to cost-conscious buyers with a budget-friendly one-time purchase cost, delivering good ROI for small deployments. Aruba Instant On Access Points are competitively priced, offering cost-effective solutions without recurring fees, covering essential features and catering well to small and medium-sized deployments.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Instant On Access Points

Ranking in Wireless LAN

8th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

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

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Aruba Instant On Access Points is 0.9%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 5.1%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Ricardo Quintero

Infrastructure/Telcom Coordinator at Schnellecke Group AG & Co. KG

Affordable and offers an easy setup phase

I was working on the on-premises solutions, like IronNet, Aironet, and some other tools from Cisco, but not with Meraki. The last Aironet model that we have here in Mexico, in the corporate office, and in some of the other regions of Mexico is Cisco Aironet 3700 and Cisco Aironet 3800, so it is just two or three devices. Aruba Instant On Access Points was working with Aruba 2540 and Cisco 3850 In Cisco, I found some issues. I was working well with a vendor. I was working with Cisco Catalyst 9200 and Cisco Catalyst 9300, along with Cisco Catalyst 2916M XL Switch. With all devices, we got a report. During the immigration, we choose another vendor, which Aruba. We have some issues with Aruba Instant On Access Points in iOS that are targeting the devices, and I have seen some problems with the DHCP solution.

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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

"Its technical support is excellent."

"The initial setup is very simple."

"The initial setup is easy."

"Configuring everything in the cloud with Aruba Central and having all the devices be independent of a centralized controller has made it simple to deploy."

"The virtual controller feature is very beneficial because it removes the need for a physical controller."

"The advantages of Aruba Instant On Access Points include using a mobile application to control various aspects, making it a user-friendly solution for home use."

"Aruba Instant On Access Points are almost enterprise-level equipment but designed for end users who might not have an IT specialist on staff. They can be used in scenarios similar to those in enterprises. The security features, like easily deploying with RADIUS and dot1x, are efficient and satisfactory, providing enterprise-class security. The solution is future-proof and adapts well to changing connectivity needs. It is easy to extend the network, although there are some limitations. For large buildings, you can separate the network into floors or areas, each containing up to fifty access points, and give them one SSID and password. There might be a small gap when switching between sites, but overall, it can be extended effectively."

"The coverage Aruba provides across the physical area is much better. Most probably because of the new technology, the 4x4 antenna, and everything around it. It's just a much better, easier to use, and easier to manage product."

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"The most beneficial thing about Ubiquiti is that it is simple to deploy."

"The product is simple to use in terms of GUI and dashboard."

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

"The initial setup was very straightforward."

"would rate the scalability a nine out of ten. It is very scalable."

"The product’s most valuable feature is the workflow-driven setup for the infrastructure component."

"Its most valuable feature is pricing."

"For me, the ease of configuration is a valuable feature."

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Cons

"It is scalable to a certain degree but not nearly as scalable and robust as your enterprise-grade solutions."

"Stability largely depends on how access points are installed and managed. While Aruba cannot entirely ensure connection reliability, the deployment approach can minimize wireless link downtime."

"With Aruba, the documentation on the website is not too easy to use, and some information is not found."

"The solution can be more integrated with other brands."

"When there are a lot of people connected, especially during video streaming demonstrations, the connection can get a bit choppy."

"The solution should include higher speed and lesser cost."

"The tool's pricing is not good."

"It's only suitable for smaller offices. It doesn't scale well."

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

"The downside is the interface changes, where they are constantly doing firmware updates."

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

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

"The solution needs to improve robustness, security, and stability."

"The solution should support a larger bandwidth or distance between the access points and the main stations."

"When I started to upgrade, the controller for Unbuntu was really struggling to start up, however, that has since been solved."

"The strength of the signal from the access points could be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product's price falls on the cheaper end of the spectrum. The price of the product is one of the biggest benefits that it offers."

"Aruba Instant On Access Points are license-free. It's a very good and cheap solution for wireless networks. It can be compared with solutions from Ubiquiti and TP-Link, but it is in a different class. Aruba Instant On Access Points are cheaper than those from Cisco, Ruckus, and Motorola. It's perhaps the cheapest one. They do not use licenses, so it is a solution from the box. You don't need to pay extra money or deal with hidden payments."

"The price of Aruba Instant On Access Points is reasonable. They are competitively priced. I've even used it in my home at one time because of the low price."

"It is expensive."

"You buy it for $165 an AP, which is what we paid."

"There is a need to make yearly payments towards the standard licensing charges associated with the product. There are some additional costs associated with the product since I have seen customers who purchase three-year or five-year plans."

"It is competitively priced. It was at a price point that made sense for me to put in my home, and that says something. The cost of the solution includes everything we need to manage and upgrade our Wi-Fi network, including the mobile management app. Having the licensing and all the functionality built into the base price of the product is really important for me. There are no extra costs for the security feature or automatic software/firmware updates, which is really important to me."

"I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."

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"Ubiquiti WLAN’s price is higher than other competitors."

"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."

"I would rate the solution's pricing a nine out of ten. It is high."

"The tool's price is very friendly."

"This solution is reasonably priced."

"Its cost is reasonable."

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

"Ubiquiti WLAN is fairly well priced and available as a one-time purchase."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Aruba Instant On Access Points?

It's really easy to set up. And, you don't have to pay for the cloud solution. That's really interesting for our clients. And the other thing is, the roaming is also quite good.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Instant On Access Points?

The cost of Aruba Instant On Access Points is reasonable; however, I do not have information on the exact pricing, such as cost per user or annual license fees.

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What needs improvement with Aruba Instant On Access Points?

We can improve Aruba Instant On Access Points by tuning some of the parameters of the radio. The default configuration can be overridden to enhance performance beyond the default settings.

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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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Overview

Ingredients for success.

Fast 802.11ac Wave 2, secure employee and guest access, easy-to-use web, and mobile app management.

Say yes to secure Wi-Fi access.

Pre-built access control lists (ACLs) and built-in firewall in the access points prevent malicious traffic from entering your network – we call it “hassle-free” security.

Never drop an important call.

With Instant On, voice and video business applications are automatically prioritized, so you stay connected with your peers.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

UniFi is a revolutionary Wi-Fi system that combines Enterprise performance, unlimited scalability, a central management controller and disruptive pricing.

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