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Cambium Networks Wireless WAN vs HPE Wireless WAN comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 4, 2025

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

Categories and Ranking

Cambium Networks Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE Wireless WAN
Ranking in Wireless WAN
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
5.8
Number of Reviews
22
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2026, in the Wireless WAN category, the mindshare of Cambium Networks Wireless WAN is 10.9%, down from 12.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Wireless WAN is 6.6%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Wireless WAN Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
HPE Wireless WAN6.6%
Cambium Networks Wireless WAN10.9%
Other82.5%
Wireless WAN
 

Featured Reviews

Md Anwar Hossain - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Manager Cambium Products at AFCwave
Uses zero-touch provisioning to simplify deployment and reduce reliance on technical expertise
Cambium should improve the product lineup for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN. Currently, when comparing it with other OEMs, the first lineup includes a product called 2x2 MU-MIMO, and if a customer needs a 4x4 MU-MIMO, they must go for a higher model. There should be an available model with a minimum cost in between. Both on-premises and cloud deployment models are applicable for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN, as both on-premises and cloud environments are used for deployment. The dynamic frequency selection is useful because there is an Auto RF feature that automatically and dynamically changes the channel to reduce interference, managing all aspects of the dynamic frequency.
DineshDas - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager - Network Services at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Centralized features have simplified deployment and improved day-to-day network management
One of the best features of HPE Wireless WAN is Wi-Fi Direct, as it provides dual-band frequency and helps to connect Bluetooth with IoT devices. I am comfortable with this feature and find it beneficial for connectivity. I use centralized management features such as WLC. They have improved operational efficiency significantly. It is one of the best tools we have for centralized management because it is easy to manage, manually delete, and create sites. This makes it easy to implement policies across the network. I see measurable benefits from this centralized solution, which is quite easy to handle as people are comfortable managing the tool. Users do not need hardcore technical expertise to operate it on a day-to-day basis, making it quite comfortable.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The initial setup of Cambium is straightforward."
"What I find valuable is the fact that you don't need to purchase any license. Basically you just get the hardware for the access points, configure an IP and connect it with a switch."
"From what I have experienced so far, I would recommend the solution to other organizations."
"My advice to others is they should choose the cloud version of Cambium instead of going with Unify or Aruba."
"The most valuable features of Cambium Networks Wireless WAN are cloud management and links."
"It is highly scalable. I would rate the scalability a ten out of ten."
"The initial setup is easy to handle. It's quite simple."
"It is reasonably priced and has good technical support."
"The reliability is good."
"The most valuable features of this solution are it supports the newest virus technology, which helps with bandwidth, and is very stable."
"We've found the scalability to be good."
"The main benefit of this product is the lifetime warranty, up to 99 years. For example, if your switch card fails after 10 years, and the hardware fails, it will be replaced with the very same switch or the equivalent model available at the time."
"HPE Wireless WAN provides reliable connectivity."
"Setting up the solution initially is very easy."
"This is a product that I would recommend because of its quick and easy setup."
"For the most part, we are quite satisfied with the capabilities and the level of service we are provided."
 

Cons

"There is room for improvement in the support."
"If they could move from the fixed wireless point to mobile, it will make a big change in the market. The cnPilot coverage should be covering big spaces. It should also have an external antenna, not a built-in antenna."
"The product could have more access points to increase the network coverage."
"If it's in a warehouse, it is very hard to deploy."
"There is no good technical support available for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN."
"The Cambium user interface and configuration should be improved."
"Sometimes there are some latencies in devices. Otherwise, it is, for some time, not as stable."
"The installation is difficult."
"It's very old-fashioned, which is why we have made the decision to replace it."
"The solution works smoothly unless more than twenty users connect to a single access point, at which point it becomes overloaded."
"Stability could be improved, and technical support needs to be faster."
"In the next release of the solution, there should be better integration with other platforms."
"The installation is easy. However, my implementation is complicated and you would need special training to complete it."
"The scalability is good, but it could improve."
"The sales sync should connect with and sync up with the customers."
"HPE should improve performance and stability."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are not any licenses needed to use Cambium."
"Cambium Networks Wireless WAN has medium pricing."
"Its price is in the middle range."
"I rate the product price one on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price. There are no costs in addition to the product's standard licensing fees."
"When it comes to licensing costs we have been using the Cambium devices on a trial basis."
"I rate Cambium Networks Wireless as 6 out of 10 since it is cheaper than its competitors like Ruckus, Cisco or Huawei."
"The price is affordable."
"I rate the product’s pricing a two out of ten."
"Customers pay for HPE Wireless WAN based on the contract. It's usually paid yearly. There's an additional cost, particularly for the hardware."
"The license cost of the product falls under the category of a moderately priced tool."
"There is a license for this solution and the license is normally paid annually but this depends on the contract."
"The solution is quite expensive. You have to pay for every node and it can get expensive fast, it is approximately £3,000 per month."
"We don't pay a licensing fee, we purchased the product."
"I find the price to be reasonable."
"Price wise, it is on the medium end of the scale. It could be lower."
"If you are concerned with your budget, then you can go for the cheaper model."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
22%
Computer Software Company
7%
Construction Company
7%
Marketing Services Firm
7%
Outsourcing Company
28%
Educational Organization
13%
Construction Company
9%
Marketing Services Firm
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business13
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise13
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise9
 

Questions from the Community

Which is better - Cambium or Ubiquiti Wireless?
For me, Ubiquiti was easy to install, configure, set up, and maintain, while also providing solid coverage and better handoffs between APs. This is especially relevant if you are using Apple produc...
What needs improvement with Cambium?
Cambium should improve the product lineup for Cambium Networks Wireless WAN. Currently, when comparing it with other OEMs, the first lineup includes a product called 2x2 MU-MIMO, and if a customer ...
What needs improvement with HPE Wireless WAN?
I am not in a position to fully address what can be improved for HPE Wireless WAN currently. However, there are some areas that need improvement, such as connectivity issues and additional features...
What is your primary use case for HPE Wireless WAN?
I am unable to specify the exact use case for why we or our clients use HPE Wireless WAN, as we are in the service industry and work based on client requirements. I am not involved in the purchase ...
 

Also Known As

Cambium PMP Series, Cambium ePMP Series
Wireless WAN, HP Wireless WAN
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Wireless Etc, Agricultural Technology Company in Brazil, Redfox, SKYNET, HOUSTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION, APPLEBEE’S
Bell Canada
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