Why RUCKUS remains the best choice in 2026

February 13, 2026 - It should be no secret that RUCKUS Networks fishes in the same pond as many other brands. Others are even network partners for Formula 1 teams: HaaS, McLaren, and Mercedes-AMG. If you let your choice depend on the performance of these teams, RUCKUS is not the clear winner, but the reality is a lot less obvious in 2026. We explain why we at Alcadis have chosen RUCKUS.

BeamFlex+ remains relevant in 2026

• BeamFlex+ ensures that fewer Access Points are needed
• BeamFlex+ integrates seamlessly with Wi-Fi 7

To say RUCKUS is to say BeamFlex+. This patented technology has been a standard part of every RUCKUS network for years and ensures that Access Points (AP) only send data where devices are actually present. As a result, fewer APs are needed than when choosing Cisco or HPE Aruba. In combination with Wi-Fi 7, BeamFlex+ comes into its own even more.

Interference no longer causes your signal to end abruptly, even though an AP theoretically has more range. Thanks to Preamble Puncturing, a unique feature in Wi-Fi 7, interference is bypassed so that the signal reaches even further. On top of that, Multi-Link Operation (MLO) ensures that users with Wi-Fi 7 APs can use the 2.4, 5, and/or 6 GHz bands simultaneously. Combine this with BeamFlex+ and you have one of the most efficient APs on the market!

Image 1: The coverage of RUCKUS APs is much more specific

RUCKUS is the only vendor in the Wi-Fi Alliance Certified 7 Testbed

• Wi-Fi 7 was tested exclusively on RUCKUS products for official certification

Wi-Fi 7 was tested in 2024 by the Wi-Fi Alliance using RUCKUS equipment for the official certification of the new Wi-Fi standard. This honor was reserved solely for RUCKUS; which says a lot not only about the caliber of the solution but also about how well Wi-Fi 7 aligns with RUCKUS. For example, RUCKUS supports DPSK3 WPA3 Encryption on the 6 GHz band, whereas HPE Aruba does not yet have this support on their MPSK solution.

Leader in AI-based Networking

• RUCKUS performs the fastest in tests when looking at MTTI

In the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant, RUCKUS was particularly praised for its AI features compared to competitors. RUCKUS AI makes it possible to automatically optimize the network and prioritize incidents (P1, P2, P3, and P4). For instance, a Packet6 Wi-Fi Stress Test shows that due to AI/ML technology, RUCKUS has the lowest MTTI – the mean time to identify an incident.

Network management in 3 different flavors

• RUCKUS has three unique management platforms for every situation

RUCKUS has 3 controllers to choose from for managing their Wi-Fi 7 portfolio: RUCKUS One (R1), SmartZone, and Unleashed. Each controller serves its own niche; which ensures that RUCKUS is exceptionally versatile.

RUCKUS SmartZone: This RUCKUS controller is available in the Cloud and On-Prem and can be used to manage all RUCKUS APs and ICX switches. Whether you want to realize complex multi-site networks or managed networking services; RUCKUS SmartZone has you covered.

RUCKUS Unleashed: This product line consists of APs with a built-in controller. When you realize a network with multiple Unleashed APs, one AP is automatically chosen to serve as the controller. If you adjust something on this controller, the rest of the APs adopt these changes.

RUCKUS One: With this aggregation platform, it is possible to manage all RUCKUS Cloud services from one display. From RUCKUS AI to SmartZone.

Why is RUCKUS the best choice?

If you are looking for the most stable, future-proof, and user-friendly network solution in 2026, you cannot go wrong with RUCKUS.

Still not convinced? We would love to visit you to tell you everything about the possibilities of RUCKUS and Alcadis. Email sales@alcadis.nl or call 030 – 65 85 125 if you are interested.