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Aruba Networks Wireless WAN vs Cambium Networks Wireless WAN comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 4, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
5.2
Users report mixed ROI from Aruba Networks Wireless WAN, with varied cost savings and satisfaction in network features and integration.
Sentiment score
7.4
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN offers quick ROI, high effectiveness, cost savings, and increased revenue through automation and efficiency.
It delivers everything we need for our wireless network, including security, authentication, and integration with other platforms.
Network Administrator at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.0
Aruba Networks Wireless WAN support is generally good, with variations in response speed and channel effectiveness noted by users.
Sentiment score
6.8
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN offers varied customer service experiences, reliable for some but inefficient or unnecessary for others.
I would rate their support as a nine out of ten.
Senior Network Engineer at Auckland University of Technology
I would rate the direct support an eight out of ten.
Network Administrator at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
Their technical support is excellent.
Branch Manager at Convergent Wireless Communications
For mission-critical applications with Cambium Networks Wireless WAN, there is a free tech support team that provides technical assistance.
Technical Manager Cambium Products at AFCwave
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.5
Aruba Networks Wireless WAN offers scalable, flexible, and adaptable solutions for diverse organizations, despite occasional hardware constraints.
Sentiment score
7.4
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is praised for its scalability, suitable for various sectors, though experiences vary indoors versus outdoors.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.1
Aruba Networks Wireless WAN is highly stable and reliable, praised for consistent performance and low failure rates.
Sentiment score
8.1
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is praised for reliability and uptime, despite minor 2.4 GHz issues and challenges under heavy usage.
 

Room For Improvement

Aruba Networks needs improved management software, setup ease, hardware variety, pricing, and enhanced security and support features.
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN faces pricing, coverage, and stability challenges, needing improved support, security, and brand awareness.
If Aruba could combine all of their products together, it would be great to have a single pane of glass.
Senior Network Engineer at Auckland University of Technology
The licensing scheme and price could be improved.
Network Administrator at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
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.
Technical Manager Cambium Products at AFCwave
Customer support for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN in our country is very poor.
AGM, Network Administration at Partex Star Group
Although the development of high throughput radios is ongoing, due to government of India licensing issues, the deployment is affected.
Branch Manager at Convergent Wireless Communications
 

Setup Cost

Aruba Networks Wireless WAN is expensive but justifiable, offering flexible pricing, competitive rates, and reliable performance compared to competitors.
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is perceived as mid-range to expensive, with varied opinions on hardware costs and value-added warranty.
Compared to Cisco, it is a bit cheaper, but still not enough to switch over to Aruba.
Senior Network Engineer at Auckland University of Technology
The price is a little bit expensive.
Network Administrator at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Valuable Features

Aruba Networks Wireless WAN offers easy installation, robust security, seamless connectivity, scalability, Wi-Fi 6 compatibility, and centralized management.
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN offers reliable, cost-effective solutions with cloud management, zero-touch provisioning, and extensive coverage for challenging environments.
We are very satisfied with the solution as it delivers everything we need for our wireless network, including security, authentication, and integration with other platforms.
Network Administrator at a government with 5,001-10,000 employees
When assessing the performance of Aruba's built-in threat protection and encryption features, I ask what kind of protection are you referring to—the Wi-Fi?
Senior Network Engineer at Auckland University of Technology
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN doesn't require any additional purchases, which is a significant advantage.
AGM, Network Administration at Partex Star Group
The solution offers excellent product performance, long-distance coverage, and link reliability.
Branch Manager at Convergent Wireless Communications
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.
Technical Manager Cambium Products at AFCwave
 

Categories and Ranking

Aruba Networks Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
5th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
51
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Wireless WAN category, the mindshare of Aruba Networks Wireless WAN is 8.2%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is 11.6%, down from 14.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless WAN Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN11.6%
Aruba Networks Wireless WAN8.2%
Other80.2%
Wireless WAN
 

Featured Reviews

Edward Zeng - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Network Engineer at Auckland University of Technology
Faced deployment successfully but configuration complexity needs to be reduced
I think the layout is a bit complicated. There are so many different layers to set up, and it is very easy to miss out or make configuration mistakes because they are hierarchical. You need to be very careful about which one has been in use. Aruba ClearPass is also complicated as well. If Aruba could combine all of their products together, it would be great to have a single pane of glass. Currently, the Aruba sensor does not work together with other products. There is no single pane of glass for location configuration, so you need to log into different websites to check the user experience.
Amimul Ehsan - PeerSpot reviewer
AGM, Network Administration at Partex Star Group
Deployment meets needs with simple setup while improving customer support
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
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
8%
Construction Company
6%
Comms Service Provider
19%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
12%
University
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business27
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise19
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business13
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise13
 

Questions from the Community

Do you recommend Aruba Network Wireless WAN?
I recommend Aruba Networks Wireless WAN. I have been using Aruba for approximately a decade. It has a great centralized management system, which means we don’t need wireless LAN controllers at ever...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Networks Wireless WAN?
The pricing is not cheap. Compared to Cisco, it is a bit cheaper, but still not enough to switch over to Aruba. The benefits are not sufficient.
Which is better - Cambium or Ubiquiti Wireless?
For me, Ubiquiti was easy to install, configure, set up, and maintain, while also providing solid coverage and better handoffs between APs. This is especially relevant if you are using Apple produc...
What do you like most about Cambium?
The most valuable features for network performance in the solution are reliability and centralized management through a single controller.
 

Also Known As

No data available
Cambium PMP Series, Cambium ePMP Series
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

The Pittsburgh Golf Club, Rio Rancho Public Schools, Amwaj Rotana - Jumeirah Beach Residence - Dubai, Trevecca Nazarene University
Wireless Etc, Agricultural Technology Company in Brazil, Redfox, SKYNET, HOUSTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, APPLEBEE’S
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