Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points Review
April 30, 2024

Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points Review

Filipe Ramos | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review

Modules Used

  • AP22
  • AP17
  • AP25

Overall Satisfaction with Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points

We employ Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points to facilitate centralized network management, enhance network visibility, streamline deployment processes, and accommodate scalability within our infrastructure. We value the diverse range of available APs, which allows us to seamlessly integrate Wi-Fi 6 Access Points for enhanced performance and deploy outdoor APs to optimize coverage within our warehouse environment, all while mitigating concerns related to environmental and elemental conditions.

Pros

  • Simplified Management
  • Roaming
  • Visibility and Control
  • WiFi stability

Cons

  • Prepare for new WiFi 7 standard and 6GHz band
  • Rogue SSID detection and wifi quality
  • ability to export application report by user / date up to one month
  • Positive: Cost savings comparing the equipment price with the competition
  • Positive: Simplified Deployment for almost every environment
  • Positive: No license and renewal fees
  • Negative: it as some Integration Challenges with trid party equipment's
When comparing Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points to Cisco Meraki MR the most significant factors are pricing and license fees. At the current cost of one Meraki MR AP, we can deploy three Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points, providing equivalent functionality, coverage, and performance.

Do you think HPE Networking Instant On Access Points delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with HPE Networking Instant On Access Points's feature set?

Yes

Did HPE Networking Instant On Access Points live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of HPE Networking Instant On Access Points go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy HPE Networking Instant On Access Points again?

Yes

The ideal Scenarios are: Retail Environments, S.M.B. company's, small education institutions and some healthcare facilitys. Overall, while Aruba Instant Wi-Fi Access Points are versatile and well-suited for a wide range of environments, it's essential to consider the specific requirements and the number of APs needed. Every deployment scenario needs to be accessed in order to determine their appropriateness.

HPE Networking Instant On Access Points Feature Ratings

Zero-Touch Provisioning
7
WLAN Performance Monitoring
8
Topology Maps
8
Layer 7 Visibility
7
Power over Ethernet Support
9
Wireless Security
9

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