Tanaza vs UniFi Network

Tanaza is a cloud platform for deploying Wi-Fi networks and managing Wi-Fi services for business customers. It brings access points, SSIDs, and clients into one management platform, with real-time performance monitoring, channel optimization, and email alerts when issues arise. Zero-touch provisioning lets administrators configure devices remotely before they are sent to customer premises. For public hotspots, a splash page editor allows customization of the authentication page. TanazaOS is Linux-based and compatible with access points from different brands. Its Marketplace lists add-ons such as historical statistics, API, and voucher login, along with integrations including Ads4WiFi, Cloud4Wi, and Classic Hotspot. The Basic plan includes core features and standard support free, without a time limit, for up to three devices. Pro costs $1.99 a month per device, or $19.99 a year per device, and includes unlimited devices and priority support. The listed platforms are Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Tanaza was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Milan, Italy.

UniFi Network manages internet gateways, Wi-Fi, and switching through real-time traffic dashboards, topology maps, and optimization tips. License-free Site Manager supports remote management and cloud orchestration across UniFi deployments. The software can run on a Cloud Gateway or CloudKey, or be self-hosted on local hardware or in a cloud environment such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Mobile applications for iOS and Android can manage a network, and the local control plane supports device management during internet outages or in air-gapped deployments.

Wireless security options include WPA2, WPA3, and mixed modes, with pre-shared key or RADIUS/802.1X authentication. Administrators can assign VLANs to Wi-Fi SSIDs and apply segmentation, isolation, and traffic policies. UniFi gateways provide IDS/IPS monitoring, alerts, and threat blocking; CyberSecure is a per-site subscription that expands the threat signature database. The Site Manager API supplies site-wide internet health, device status, and network performance data, while local APIs cover devices, client activity, and traffic insights. Core routing, firewall enforcement, and deep packet inspection run on local equipment, but some updates, notifications, and remote alerts rely on the cloud. UniFi Network software is free, and paid options start at $29/mo.