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Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs Ubiquiti WLAN comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 29, 2026

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
2.3
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN offers cost-effective features appealing to businesses, with varying ROI based on usage and initial costs.
Sentiment score
1.8
Ubiquiti WLAN offers competitive pricing and ROI, but its performance varies based on design quality and specific needs.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.2
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN support is generally reliable, though users experience mixed accessibility and response times, prompting improvement calls.
Sentiment score
4.5
Ubiquiti WLAN's customer service is satisfactory but direct technical assistance is often inadequate, with notable self-service resource effectiveness.
I would rate Cisco support a 10, as the response time and process via the dashboard are easy, and response times are always within the SLA.
Independent Information Technology and Services Professional at a non-profit with 1-10 employees
It would be better if the SLA of technical support was less than four hours.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
There are some problems with their technical support when it comes to the whole Meraki system.
Senior Network Architect at Previder
The problem with Ubiquiti is the lack of a serious reselling chain, as they sell directly to the customer.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
I seldom contact the technical support team as there is comprehensive documentation and FAQs available that help me resolve most issues independently.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
4.9
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN provides scalable solutions for diverse needs but may face challenges due to licensing and cost considerations.
Sentiment score
7.0
Ubiquiti WLAN is scalable and flexible for SMEs, but faces challenges in very large or dense environments.
I can add devices to my inventory and assign them to a new network, and it is for the most part automated and fairly quick.
Senior Network at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Meraki is not scalable enough since it straightforwardly maps its products to segmented specifications.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
It might struggle in very complex environments with many users.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
I would assess the scalability feature of Ubiquiti WLAN in accommodating my organization's growth or changing network demands as pretty scalable, warranting a nine out of ten rating.
IT Architect and Consultant at Compuhouse working for SDC and Bernadotte Skolen
Scalability is a strong point for Ubiquiti Wireless LAN.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
5.1
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN is stable and reliable, handling high loads well, with minor issues during updates or peak hours.
Sentiment score
7.0
Ubiquiti WLAN is generally stable and reliable but can encounter issues with connection drops, updates, and high-density environments.
Stability is not an issue for me because it comes with Cisco's proven manufacturer quality.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
We have experienced many instances where we have experienced a lag in our network, and I am not sure if it is due to their devices or our network.
Manager, Information Technology at a performing arts with 11-50 employees
Proper connections and cabling are essential for maintaining stability.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
It performs well as an access point but is not designed for high-density environments.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
It does require some maintenance from my side, including troubleshooting and fixing occasionally.
IT Architect and Consultant at Compuhouse working for SDC and Bernadotte Skolen
 

Room For Improvement

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN faces challenges with licensing costs, technical support, scalability, security, integration, and performance improvements.
Ubiquiti WLAN struggles with manageability, support, and stability, needing enhanced tools, features, and AI for improved performance.
The most important improvement needed is to eliminate the limitation of uplinks.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
I believe Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN can be improved by implementing enhancements to the Cisco AI assistant.
Senior Network at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
The solution supports Wi-Fi 6.
Senior Network Architect at Previder
This could provide a detailed view of connections and possible disconnections, offering valuable insights for improving Wi-Fi connections.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
Capacity has been a concern, especially since I needed to change some of my devices to a 10 gig network due to limitations.
Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
There is room for improvement in providing the flexibility to change the default management VLAN from VLAN one to another for enhanced security.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
 

Setup Cost

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN offers high-quality features but is considered expensive, with licensing costs being a significant concern.
Ubiquiti WLAN offers cost-effective, one-time pricing without recurring fees, providing competitive value compared to pricier alternatives like Aruba.
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN is on par with other devices in that category, offering competitive pricing.
Manager, Information Technology at a performing arts with 11-50 employees
It would be more competitive if Meraki would consider reducing the price or extending SD-WAN features to wireless devices.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
My experience with the pricing of Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN is that it is competitive with other providers offering paid subscriptions.
Independent Information Technology and Services Professional at a non-profit with 1-10 employees
Ubiquiti is affordable, as it does not require recurring licensing fees.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
it is considered medium-priced, suitable for the quality it offers.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
 

Valuable Features

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN excels in ease of deployment, cloud management, robust security, remote management, and user-friendly interface.
Ubiquiti WLAN offers high security, scalability, user-friendly management, cost-effectiveness, and robust performance with adaptable hybrid environment features.
The capability to configure network policies remotely is the most important aspect for our organization, as we are an MSP providing remote support for all our clients.
Independent Information Technology and Services Professional at a non-profit with 1-10 employees
It also manages security clients and switches, providing a single dashboard to manage multiple network infrastructures.
Sr. Officer Network Managed Service Product Management at PT. Indosat Tbk
When I am troubleshooting wireless connections, I have access to detailed client statistics regarding disconnects, RF channel information, and other relevant data.
Senior Network at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
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.
Infrastructure Administrator at Aluko & Oyebode
I utilize Ubiquiti WLAN unified management system, and it helps streamline network management by making consistent configuration of all my access points and switches.
IT Architect and Consultant at Compuhouse working for SDC and Bernadotte Skolen
The web interface in the controller allows for quick configuration of devices with just one click, which is a significant advantage.
Senior Software and Systems Engineer at SAMU.IT
 

Categories and Ranking

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN
Ranking in Wireless LAN
4th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
4.7
Number of Reviews
123
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ubiquiti WLAN
Ranking in Wireless LAN
9th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
46
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Wireless LAN category, the mindshare of Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN is 9.7%, down from 12.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti WLAN is 4.6%, down from 5.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN9.7%
Ubiquiti WLAN4.6%
Other85.7%
Wireless LAN
 

Featured Reviews

DolfKrikke - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Network Architect at Previder
Centralized management has simplified remote branch control and improved network visibility
Cisco Meraki Wireless is very powerful and very easy to manage. The solution is also integrating Cisco Catalyst Wireless products into their portfolio, and they are managing the Catalyst switches as well. The seamless roaming capabilities function well. I monitor network performance with Meraki's real-time analytics. The most useful metrics to my team are the internet performance metrics, as there is a lot of information in the dashboard that I can access. All auditing and event logs are centralized in the dashboard. When I need to apply to compliance requirements or other regulatory needs, I can have my auditing in one place, which is an advantage. I use Cisco Meraki Wireless's Layer 7 application traffic shaping with the MX and the Meraki MX Firewalls.
Isaiah Etuk - PeerSpot reviewer
Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
Segmentation and remote management have optimized secure hybrid networks and support flexible customization
I find that the most valuable aspect of Ubiquiti WLAN is its ease of segmentation and management, allowing me to tag interfaces without needing to spin up an interface.My feedback on the Unifi management system is that it has made managing my devices and ecosystem easy, allowing me to manage remotely and physically while maintaining a new layer of security for device policies.I would say I am fine with the security features from Ubiquiti WLAN; I have not had any issues managing devices or applying different layers of security.Mesh networking is one of the best for me; especially with my isolated Wi-Fi network, it is managed easily using Ubiquiti.I mostly work with on-prem deployment, but I have a transparent outlay into my network on the cloud for remote insight without using cloud storage on my devices.My deployment for cloud is essentially a virtual private cloud for storage, and I am considering an integration to store videos on Ubiquiti devices, moving them from on-prem to the cloud.I am totally satisfied with the functionality of Ubiquiti WLAN for my clients; it does exactly what I need.For pricing, I rate Ubiquiti WLAN as cheap when compared to others.Ubiquiti WLAN is the only one that provides unlimited capabilities for customization, which I greatly appreciate compared to Cisco options.I have not requested technical support from Ubiquiti before because I usually solve issues on my own if they arise.I rate this product a nine out of ten overall.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business70
Midsize Enterprise27
Large Enterprise32
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business27
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise12
 

Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?
Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...
Which is better - Cisco Wireless or Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN?
Cisco Wireless is very robust, very rugged, and can handle indoor and outdoor coverage extremely well. We found it to be very reliable and to consistently run very efficiently. Cisco Wireless helpe...
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...
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...
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...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ubiquiti WLAN?
My experience with overall licensing costs, setup costs, and pricing of the product is that it's reasonable.
 

Also Known As

MR18, MR26, MR32, MR34, MR66, MR72, Meraki Wireless LAN, Meraki WLAN
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Advanced Medical Transport, Banco de Guayaquil, Baylor Scott & White Health, BH Telecom, Bowling Green State University, Calligaris, Children's Hospital Colorado, City of Biel, Del Papa Distributing, Department of Justice, Dimension Data, Dualtec Cloud Builders, Electricity Authority of Cyprus, Grupo Industrial Saltillo (GIS), Hertz, K&L Gates , LightEdge, Lone Star College System, Management Science Associates, Mindtree, NBC Olympics, Quest, Sony Corporation, The Department of Education in Western Australia, Valley Proteins
NASCAR Grand-AM, Maritime Parc, Outdoor Music Festival, One Republic Tour, British Armed Forces, Arcadia School District, Bartlett School District, Universidad del Azuay, Estelar Hotels, Intercontinental Bali, Moscow - Enforta, Miami - Sling Broadband, Manhattan - MST, Ecuador - Aire.EC
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