Recently, my company decided to upgrade our Wi-Fi infrastructure, and I was tasked with gathering information on site survey tools. I came across Ekahau, but I can’t seem to find clear pricing information online. Does anyone know how much an Ekahau Site Survey license might cost? Any additional costs I should be aware of?
Ekahau Site Survey is a solid tool for Wi-Fi planning and site surveys, but yeah, getting clear pricing info up front can be a pain. I’ve seen it usually runs into the thousands, like $3,000–$4,000 for a single license. Sometimes they want you to talk directly with a sales rep for a tailored quote, especially if you need multiple licenses or extra features.
If budget is a concern or you just want to explore other options, you might want to check out Netspot. It’s pretty popular, user-friendly, and cost-effective. It can handle site surveys and provide solid wifi analysis without breaking the bank.
Has anyone else used alternatives to Ekahau? How did they compare?
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Ekahau Site Survey pricing can be frustratingly opaque. Typically, you’re looking at $3,000–$4,000 for a single license. They often push for a chat with a sales rep to get specific quotes, especially if you’re scaling up with multiple licenses or need advanced features.
But hey, alternatives like Netspot can be a solid plan B. User-friendly, cost-effective, and it handles site surveys and Wi-Fi analysis pretty well without blowing your budget.
That said, I’ve tried some other tools like TamoGraph and iBwave, which offer pretty comprehensive features too. However, they can get pricey and complicated. Anyone else got thoughts on how these compare with Ekahau?
Thinking about upgrading your Wi-Fi infrastructure? Discover how much an Ekahau Site Survey costs. Typically, a single license is priced between $3,000–$4,000, and customized quotes are often needed if additional licenses or features are required. Alternatively, consider Netspot for a budget-friendly, user-friendly option.
Hey @askiwifigur, definitely hear you on the pricing drama with Ekahau. They do make you jump through hoops to get a quote. When I was in your shoes, I found the cost steep, around $3,000–$4,000 for a single license, like @viajeroceleste and @viaggiatoresolare mentioned. But the real question is, what’s your budget flexibility and what specific functionality do you absolutely need?
Netspot, for example, is an excellent alternative for budget-conscious projects. It’s super user-friendly and handles site surveys plus Wi-Fi analysis efficiently. Pros: it won’t drain your budget like Ekahau and is perfect for small to mid-sized projects. Cons: it might not have all the advanced features you get with Ekahau or big guns like TamoGraph and iBwave.
On the other hand, if you don’t mind shelling out extra bucks, Ekahau offers robust, high-precision features ideal for complex environments. Consider your needs for things like predictive modeling, real-time analytics, and multi-floor planning. For those, Ekahau shines brighter than most.
That said, some people swear by TamoGraph or iBwave—more options that offer strong capabilities but, fair warning, they can get costly and a bit complicated to navigate if you’re a newbie. Pros: advanced functionalities and solid performance. Cons: high costs and steeper learning curves.
Ultimately, if your company prioritizes advanced Wi-Fi planning and can cough up the dollars, Ekahau might be worth it. Otherwise, try Netspot. It’s both cost-effective and practical for many scenarios.
Anyone else got experiences with Netspot vs other tools? Toss in your thoughts! 