ABI Research Recognizes RUCKUS as an Enterprise WLAN Leader
Named a Top Leader, Implementer and Innovator in 2026 WLAN Vendors Competitive Rankings Report
In an in-depth comparative analysis of the top Enterprise Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) vendors, RUCKUS Networks is ranked as a Leader, Top Implementer and Top Innovator by ABI Research.
Why ABI Research Ranked RUCKUS a Leader
- Proven value. Strong ROI and total cost of ownership (TCO) and end‑to‑end networking enterprise portfolio.
- Built for customer’s vertical industry and business. Solutions tuned for hospitality, education, public venues, manufacturing, MDUs, and more.
- AI that works. RUCKUS One uses AI to simplify operations and improve performance.
- Deep product portfolio. Access points designed for complex, high‑density enterprise networks.
- Strong MSP and vendor partners ecosystem. Programs and platforms that scale with customers.
For its impressive scores in the Implementation and Innovation categories, RUCKUS is recognized as a Leader amongst its peers by ABI Research
This leadership title is based on the strong advantages that RUCKUS delivers with its:
- RUCKUS One cloud-based, AI-native platform for simplified and streamlined network management.
- Strong AI capabilities including IntentAI in RUCKUS One that enables enterprises to set desired business outcomes and then allows AI to achieve these goals by the most efficient means. Additionally, AI-driven RF technologies, e.g., BeamFlex+ and ChannelFly, deployed on RUCKUS APs to improve spectrum efficiency, reduce interference and boost network resilience.
- Extensive range of RUCKUS Wi-Fi APs with models for a diverse range of complex enterprise environments and for all segments of the market.
- RUCKUS vertical-specific management platforms that are purpose-built for the unique needs of hospitality to multi-dwelling units (MDUs), manufacturing, education and more.
- Large network of trusted partners supported and incentivized through the RUCKUS Big Dogs Partner Program that includes comprehensive training and industry-specific specialisms. MSPs are assisted by RUCKUS AI cloud services, with reports pointing to a 40% reduction in help desk tickets, and by NaaS through RUCKUS’ highly scalable SmartZone controller platform.
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