What users are saying about
38 Ratings
<a href='https://www.trustradius.com/static/about-trustradius-scoring' target='_blank' rel='nofollow noopener'>trScore algorithm: Learn more.</a>Score 8.2 out of 100
Based on 38 reviews and ratings
11 Ratings
<a href='https://www.trustradius.com/static/about-trustradius-scoring' target='_blank' rel='nofollow noopener'>trScore algorithm: Learn more.</a>Score 8.6 out of 100
Based on 11 reviews and ratings
Attribute Ratings
- Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points is rated higher in 1 area: Performance
- Cisco Mobility Express is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Recommend
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
80%
29 Ratings
8.3
Cisco Mobility Express
83%
5 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
7.9
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
79%
3 Ratings
Cisco Mobility Express
N/A
0 Ratings
Availability
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
N/A
0 Ratings
8.4
Cisco Mobility Express
84%
5 Ratings
Performance
9.4
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
94%
2 Ratings
8.1
Cisco Mobility Express
81%
5 Ratings
Product Scalability
8.2
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
82%
2 Ratings
Cisco Mobility Express
N/A
0 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
As any Cisco Aironet Access Points, the 3800 model is more for power users than beginners. It is for sure very more complex to maintain and trouble shoot than solutions like Cisco Meraki APs.
By the way, there are a lot of settings that can be customized and it is really interesting for difficult environments like industrial factories.
The 3800 model is also robust so it should stay durable and reliable.
But if you want to use the mesh mode or make a wireless bridge, this model is not appropriate as it is not supported for now.

Verified User
Engineer in Engineering
Computer Networking Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco Mobility Express
As it provides virtual WLC functionality, it has incredibly amazing built-in features that perfectly suit small to medium companies. It has the capability to manage the entire organization network seamlessly. It might be possible that it won't work smoothly and elegantly for large firms where there is a bulk amount of data bandwidth used.
T24 Technical Analyst
Khushhali Microfinance Bank LimitedBanking, 5001-10,000 employees
Pros
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
- Cisco APs are managed very easily from a Cisco WLC controller.
- Cisco APs provide lots of enterprise-grade options such as rogue detection and automatic power configuration.
- Cisco APs have many different mounting options, which makes them very versatile in a healthcare environment.

Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Hospital & Health Care Company, 1001-5000 employeesCisco Mobility Express
- Easy to setup
- Less maintenance
- Less disconnection
System Administrator
Infinite ComputeInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
Cons
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
- Outdoor capabilities. We have actually blown up a few outdoor units. Water got inside the outdoor units and had visible rust
- Costs compared to other AP’s in the market. Ruckus and EnGenius work out a bit cheaper
- Mounting options are limited
Manager Information & Communications Technolofy
Fiji AirportsAirlines/Aviation, 501-1000 employees
Cisco Mobility Express
- Honestly, I haven't found very many issues since we started using it, and I'm glad for that!

Verified User
Administrator in Human Resources
Utilities Company, 201-500 employeesPricing Details
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Cisco Mobility Express
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Likelihood to Renew
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points 7.9
Based on 3 answers
We are all happy with Aironet and Prime.
Sr. Information Security Lead
Choice Hotels InternationalHospitality, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Mobility Express
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Reliability and Availability
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Cisco Mobility Express
Cisco Mobility Express 8.4
Based on 5 answers
We are using it 24x7 and it never hangs or create problems in connectivity.
Assistant Manager Infrastructure
Artistic MillinersConsumer Goods, 501-1000 employees
Performance
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points 9.4
Based on 2 answers
The Cisco 3802 product performance is excellent. Not only for the speed and range of the wireless it provides, but also for the fact that - when deployed in a large scale environment - the performance does not fail. It provides the same network connectivity for users ranging from 1 to 30-plus concurrent connections.

Verified User
Project Manager in Information Technology
Oil & Energy Company, 1001-5000 employeesCisco Mobility Express
Cisco Mobility Express 8.1
Based on 5 answers
After initial configuration and fixing minor issues with the firmware, the system worked really well, without any downtime. We were also satisfied with the throughput and range.

Verified User
Employee in Information Technology
Consumer Electronics Company, 201-500 employeesAlternatives Considered
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
Our selection of Cisco Aironet Access Points versus the Meraki Access Points was entirely on a political basis with our vendor. In the future, we are actually looking to migrate towards the Meraki system. Even though the Meraki feature-set is lacking, we really only require those features, and our cost would be largely cut by this migration. It would be a solid win, but maybe not recommendable to everyone.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Government Administration Company, 1001-5000 employeesCisco Mobility Express
Cisco Mobility Express is far better than other products. It is a renowned brand in network products, and they are reliable and efficient as compared to other products that I have used so far. It is highly recommended.
T24 Technical Analyst
Khushhali Microfinance Bank LimitedBanking, 5001-10,000 employees
Scalability
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points 8.2
Based on 2 answers
Contrary to a solution like the Cisco Meraki access points, the Aironet access points like the 3800 are linked to the Controler. And depending on the version of the controller, it will support only some models of access points.
For big sites, it may be difficult to upgrade the controler to support new ap models like 3800 because we still have old access points.
And it is also the same between new access points and old client devices so it is always a bit tricky.
After that, if the access point model is supported by the controller, it is really simple to install a new one

Verified User
Engineer in Engineering
Computer Networking Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco Mobility Express
No score
No answers yet
No answers on this topic
Return on Investment
Cisco Aironet 3800 Series Access Points
- Users are able to carry on with their work while moving, changing seats, rooms or having an ad-hoc Skype meeting on the way to lunch. It is always hard to justify the value of connectivity but be assured, when it is not working the business impact is immediate.

Verified User
Consultant in Customer Service
Information Technology and Services Company, 10,001+ employeesCisco Mobility Express
- It has given our IT team time back from not having to fix issues everyday with the network.
- It makes it easy for visibility of the network and allows those who are new to it to learn it quickly.

Verified User
Administrator in Human Resources
Utilities Company, 201-500 employees