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Cambium Networks Wireless LAN vs Ruckus Wireless comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 5, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Cambium Networks Wireless LAN
Ranking in Wireless LAN
15th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ruckus Wireless
Ranking in Wireless LAN
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Cambium Networks Wireless LAN is 1.3%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ruckus Wireless is 14.1%, up from 13.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

Mike Scofield - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides efficient, controllerless setup and supports high client numbers
Cambium Networks Wireless LAN was well-priced and offered a controllerless setup, which was more unusual at the time we first used them. This meant they could operate independently without a controller, unlike many other products that required a controller. Also, they had a software-based controller or management system that we initially used. The product was scalable, allowing for fewer access points to cover more area, and supported a high number of clients. We were able to deploy them across multiple sites within a limited timeframe, thanks to their efficient setup process.
Xander Janse Van Rensburg - PeerSpot reviewer
Reliable and high-performance wireless networking with exceptional stability, scalability, and robust feature set
One of the most valuable features I appreciate is auto channelization, facilitated by a proprietary product called ChannelFly. This feature enables APs in a specific zone to automatically adjust their channels, optimizing performance. Additionally, Ruckus Wireless stands out for its ability to reuse certain beams, resulting in smaller data spots. In my experience with various products, Ruckus Wireless consistently delivers unparalleled throughput, coverage, and reliability in wireless networking across different environments. As a noteworthy point, the newly launched WiFi 7 standard is measured against Ruckus's WiFi 7 AP, establishing it as the global benchmark. When it comes to WiFi, Ruckus sets the standard, outperforming competitors with its superior performance and capabilities.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This solution is extremely user-friendly; it is very easy to configure and work with."
"Cambium is more economical compared to Cisco or Ruckus, which makes it suitable for budget-conscious customers."
"Cambium Networks Wireless LAN is easy to deploy. The implementation can take two weeks to four months."
"The product is user-friendly and helps with cost minimization."
"They all have controllers built in, and we manage them all with a web-based management tool."
"Cambium Networks Wireless LAN was highly scalable, allowing deployment of fewer access points while covering more area, adapting well with the evolution of wireless standards."
"The web-based administration is what I find most beneficial."
"It provides strong coverage for outdoor areas."
"Zero-handoff is one of the top features. The client balancing between the access points is good. Its security is also fine."
"Stability has been very good. It is reliable."
"The solution provides superior coverage."
"Performance-wise, it's great."
"The speed between client to client is really nice. It is better than any other vendor, but officially, I cannot say that to people."
"Offers excellent WiFi connectivity and a valuable SmartRoam feature"
"The initial setup is very simple."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
 

Cons

"Cambium Networks Wireless LAN should improve its pricing."
"I believe there's room for improvement in the configuration options for point-to-point setups directly from the cloud management interface. Currently, the process feels a bit clunky—you monitor the unit in the cloud but need to make configuration changes by editing a text file, then downloading it back to the unit. This method can be error-prone, as even a small mistake in the text file could disrupt the unit's configuration."
"There is room for improvement in the pricing model."
"Channel management required manual intervention, especially in environments with multiple floors, leading to potential signal interference issues."
"The solution’s technical support could be faster."
"The problem with this radio wireless technology is that it cannot compete in terms of bandwidth with the fiber optics at this moment. That's the biggest weakness."
"The capacity and coverage could be improved."
"I would rate the initial setup of Cambium Networks Wireless LAN as seven out of ten. It's not easy to do some of the access point configurations sometimes, as the policy cannot be mapped easily, which is the reason for my rating."
"The pricing of the product can be a bit expensive. They should work on making pricing more competitive."
"The cost must be reduced."
"I do a reset of the access points from time to time because sometimes we have no access."
"Ruckus seems to have removed the built-in help from the appliance, urging the user to log on to the support web site to obtain it. This is simply a nuisance if one wishes to look up what a particular field on the configuration page does, for example."
"One complaint that we have is the lack of cloud-based management."
"We would like to see a better licensing model for our customers."
"The product licensing could be improved."
"The Ruckus platform in general could be improved — it could be more user-friendly."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Cambium Networks Wireless LAN has a moderate pricing."
"The licensing costs for this solution are calculated per asset, and depending on the model of the equipment, it starts at $230, and goes up to roughly $1,200. The benefit of this solution is that there are no hidden costs; no cost for managing the equipment, and no cost for maintaining the equipment during its usable lifetime."
"It is an expensive product compared to other competitors."
"If one is a high price and ten is a low price, I rate the product price as one."
"I would place it in the mid-range market segment, balancing affordability and profitability."
"Cambium Networks Wireless LAN is cheaper than Aruba."
"It's a good price, but not the best price. It's on the higher end of what I would call affordable for small to medium-sized businesses."
"High-end products from Cambium PTP, point-to-point radio, maybe cost around $1000 per year."
"Ruckus is an expensive solution."
"I would rate their pricing 3 out of 5. There is no annual licensing cost."
"We don't pay any licensing fees, we purchase them."
"Ubiquiti and Aruba Instant On are good for small businesses in terms of cost than Ruckus Wireless."
"We found it a little more expensive than the other competitors on the market."
"​The cost can be prohibitive for many as it is a high-end product in the WiFi market.​"
"The price of Ruckus Wireless could be better. I have heard it is more expensive than other solutions."
"It is a good product, but it is pricey. In terms of the pricing, it is a bit expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
15%
Computer Software Company
11%
Educational Organization
10%
Retailer
6%
Computer Software Company
14%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Educational Organization
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cambium Networks Wireless LAN?
Cambium's pricing is better compared to Ruckus, which has multiple components with associated costs, like license support and access point support costs. Although nominal, these costs are still there.
What needs improvement with Cambium Networks Wireless LAN?
I would Cambium Networks to improve by having more products on the product side.I would want more WiFi products, specifically WiFi indoor access point products. They should also look into getting a...
Aruba Wireless or Ruckus Wireless?
At my organization, we researched Ruckus Wireless among other solutions but ultimately chose Aruba wireless. What did we like about Ruckus? First, it was very easy to use, and anybody with minimal...
Which is better - Ruckus Wireless or Cisco Wireless?
Ruckus Wireless offers users the benefit of being both easy to set up and get running as well as being very user friendly. This user-friendly quality also renders it easy to learn how to use and ma...
How does Ruckus Wireless compare to Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN?
Cisco’s Meraki Virtual MX is a virtual instance of the Meraki SD-WAN appliance. We liked the Meraki. The Wifi APs are a great feature. The dashboard is a simple interface and easy to learn. It feat...
 

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Sample Customers

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American University of Sharjah, Baruch College, Centro Escolar Liceo Santo Tomšs, Chevalier College, Chico Unified School District, Colegio de Fomento El Prado, Columbia Public Schools, Delta School District, Dordt College, Douglas County School District, Drew University, Armonea, Central Utah Clinic, Grove Hill Medical Center, Inner South Community Health Service, Midwest Surgical, Satilla Regional Medical Center, Lyndoch Living, Polonus, Roaring Fork School District, Sonora State, Vivid, Sydney, Players Club, Sandals, Scandic Hotels, Sheraton LAX, Sunbird
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