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Attribute Ratings
- Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Recommend
Likelihood to Recommend
8.6
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
86%
3 Ratings

8.0
D-Link Wireless
80%
1 Rating
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
Overall I could see myself recommending these to others if they have the right set of circumstances at their place of business. Those would be like ours, if they had a location that couldnt be served by a WLC. Once setup they are easy to manage and self healing as in they wont go down when one is offline.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Government Administration Company, 501-1000 employeesD-Link Wireless
Best in small networks & appropriate in industrial areas. AP works fine in any temperature & location (in remote locations office or remote location). Open area wireless connectivity is good with good range. Simple VLAN management and management are good. Backup and restoration is very good. Small home offices using wireless network work awesome.
Deputy Manager
Pak Suzuki MotorsAutomotive, 1001-5000 employees
Pros
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
- Offers enterprise-class security that keeps the network protected
- Cost-effective connectivity
- Deploying WiFi 6 network without complexity or added expense
- Controlling access points and clients
Managing Director IT Operations and Governance
Markel CorporationInsurance, 1001-5000 employees
D-Link Wireless
- Due to multiple switches in a single network environment, communication issues are common; therefore, productivity is effected. After installing D-Link Wireless, we resolved these kind of issues in our network.
- One windows solution make management easy via D-Link Wireless.
- Logs and troubleshooting is now easily handled. Pictorial form help in configuration and users management.
Deputy Manager
Pak Suzuki MotorsAutomotive, 1001-5000 employees
Cons
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
- Some bugs in the interface.
- Issues with licensing and Cisco DNA integration.
- Frequent software patches needed,

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Government Administration Company, 501-1000 employeesD-Link Wireless
- Hanging issues are common in large scale networks. Even wireless controller is hanged in peak hours.
- Issues in VLAN configuration and port configurations.
- Cost is high in front of other brands.
Deputy Manager
Pak Suzuki MotorsAutomotive, 1001-5000 employees
Pricing Details
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—D-Link Wireless
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Alternatives Considered
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller provides the ability to manage and deploy the wireless network from a web UI or mobile application, and without the expense or complexity of a wireless controller appliance.
Managing Director IT Operations and Governance
Markel CorporationInsurance, 1001-5000 employees
D-Link Wireless
We studied and selected D-Link due to usage in a limited area, and it is a very cost effective solution; therefore, D-Link Wireless AP and D-Link Wireless Controller [were] selected for our organization.We also [researched] Cisco, but Cisco was an expensive product and not appropriate in our required area or task; therefore, we selected D-Link.
Deputy Manager
Pak Suzuki MotorsAutomotive, 1001-5000 employees
Return on Investment
Cisco Embedded Wireless Controller
- Makes having remote sites less problematic when it comes to managing AP's
- Saved money on managed AP's as they're found cheaper
- Takes more time to manage additional controllers versus a WLC

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Government Administration Company, 501-1000 employeesD-Link Wireless
- Organizational needs are fulfilled [which] means return on investment.
- Smooth connectivity increases productivity. Yes, we are satisfied in this area.
- Management and troubleshooting are core features & very quick in production area.
Deputy Manager
Pak Suzuki MotorsAutomotive, 1001-5000 employees