Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service is a paid platform that combines networking, security, observability, multi-cloud, SaaS, AI, GenAI, and application performance. Its OnePASS architecture examines each packet once while applying networking, security, and distributed policy processing. Connectivity includes SD-WAN, cloud connections, WAN optimization, site-to-site Internet VPN, MPLS, and first-, middle-, and last-mile services. Security includes next-generation firewall, secure web gateway, intrusion prevention, and anti-malware, managed through cloud controls and MyAryaka visibility. Universal ZTNA provides application access from anywhere. Delivery can be self-managed, co-managed, or Aryaka-managed, with hybrid deployments and third-party security integrations. The service supports Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, and web. Aryaka targets branches, stores, service centers, data centers, and remote users. Each remote user may connect up to three endpoint devices. Pricing is on request and there is no free plan.

ExtremeCloud IQ provides machine-learning-driven unified management for access points, switches and SD-WAN. It offers real-time and historical views of client and device health with built-in remediation tools. Automatic configuration policies, near zero-touch deployment workflows and Instant operations support onboarding and provisioning. Enhanced WiFi Maps help with network planning and optimization. The product supports OpenAPI-standard APIs for provisioning, management and customization. It can manage Cisco and HPE Aruba switches, while other third-party devices receive basic setup and monitoring. Deployment options include public cloud, private cloud and ExtremeCloud Edge; the product page describes 21 global points of presence across AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform. Licenses are pooled and portable across devices, locations and users, covering wired and wireless devices. Pilot includes guest management, wireless intrusion prevention and location services; CoPilot adds anomaly detection and experience monitoring. Pricing is on request, with a 90-day trial and no free plan.