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We performed a comparison between AirMagnet Survey and Cisco Network Assurance Engine based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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"The benefit is with the ease of use of the software, I am able to show the customer, "Here is what your wireless coverage looks like." It is set up in a fashion that non-technical people can understand it.""We use the solution for Wi-Fi and networks.""The most valuable feature is the predictive survey. The antennas' RF patterns are reflected correctly on the drawing when preparing predictive heat maps.""It is reliable and easy to use (user-friendly). The heat mapping, passive network surveying, and doing the heat mapping of a building's wireless network allows me to see what level of coverage an area has.""The predictive survey is the most valuable feature. I use it quite often.""The most valuable features are the survey, spectrum analysis, and reporting.""Clear and easy to use maps.""Customer service is great."

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"In a short amount of time, you can see what went wrong on a screen in a report.""It is scalable from the beginning. It is a product that you can scale upwards whenever you want.""It is easy to set up.""The standout feature of Cisco Network Assurance Engine is its ability to proactively detect and prevent network issues before they occur."

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Cons
"It'd be nice if it was cheaper, however, you get value for your money.""I would say some of our newer techs that are going out to job sites can be a little bit intimidated by the interface.""The user interface needs a lot of improvement. The auto-placement of access points is not accurate.""Printouts are JPEG printouts. The AirMagnet software is proprietary. I can't send my customers a file, because it is AirMagnet file, even for building projects. I can only send JPEGs or screenshots of heat maps.""The throughput should be more advanced in the future. They need to add more versions of WiFi than just one.""The surveying features are in need of improvement, along with general usability.""Less time consumed doing the real surveys.""But it's definitely a more expensive solution than other ones."

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"At the beginning, the setup was complex.""The scalability is one of the biggest failures of the solution.""It needs authentication beyond just local and LDAP. It should also have TACACS+ and RADIUS.""To enhance Cisco Network Assurance Engine, simplifying its interface and making it more user-friendly would be beneficial."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The moment we began needing more of the vendor's support, the cost became very high; we switched to another solution."
  • "For technical support, you need an annual license, but it is not worth it."
  • "The pricing needs improvement."
  • "This product is very expensive."
  • "There is an annual cost of the solution. There are some additional charges, such as support and maintenance."
  • "The tool's pricing is medium."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:We use the solution for Wi-Fi and networks.
    Top Answer:AirMagnet Survey doesn't cover certain devices in the system.
    Top Answer:We use the solution for Wi-Fi and networks.
    Top Answer:The standout feature of Cisco Network Assurance Engine is its ability to proactively detect and prevent network issues before they occur.
    Top Answer:To enhance Cisco Network Assurance Engine, simplifying its interface and making it more user-friendly would be beneficial. This would enable a wider range of users, including those with basic… more »
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    Also Known As
    Cisco NAE, Candid
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    Overview

    AirMagnet Survey PRO enables network professionals to design, deploy, and validate Wi-Fi 6 networks for optimal performance, security, and compliance. It also calculates the ideal quantity, placement, and configuration of APs for a successful wireless LAN deployment. AirMagnet Survey PRO goes beyond simply verifying RF coverage by plotting actual end-user network performance in terms of connection speed, throughput, and packet statistics by allowing you to use any Wi-Fi adapter or AirMapper™ Site Survey on the AirCheck™ G2 and EtherScope® nXG. Survey PRO helps you get Wi-Fi installations right the first time, preventing costly rework and user complaints.

    Cisco Network Assurance Engine (NAE) transforms operations in data center networks to a fundamentally more proactive model. Built on Cisco’s patented network verification technology, it is the most comprehensive assurance engine that mathematically verifies the entire network for correctness, giving operators confidence that their network is always operating consistent with intent.

    Sample Customers
    Houston Methodist Hospital, Love's Travel Stops
    West Corporation, Axians Nordic, Robert Bosch, DICTU, Tenaris
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    Comms Service Provider36%
    Manufacturing Company18%
    University9%
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    Educational Organization9%
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    Midsize Enterprise32%
    Large Enterprise20%
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    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise62%
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    AirMagnet Survey is ranked 2nd in Network Modeling and Simulation with 38 reviews while Cisco Network Assurance Engine is ranked 5th in Network Modeling and Simulation with 4 reviews. AirMagnet Survey is rated 8.2, while Cisco Network Assurance Engine is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of AirMagnet Survey writes "It fixes so many problems quickly that we don't regret spending more on high-end tools than most companies". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Cisco Network Assurance Engine writes "Helps to easily detect and resolve issues like security threats, bandwidth usage concerns, and performance bottlenecks". AirMagnet Survey is most compared with Ekahau Site Survey, Aruba Wireless, AirCheck G3, iBwave Wi-Fi and Ubiquiti WLAN, whereas Cisco Network Assurance Engine is most compared with .

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