Cisco
MR46E Cloud-Managed Access Point
Elevate your network with the Cisco Meraki MR46E, a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 access point designed for demanding environments. This cloud-managed device offers superior wireless performance and robust security, simplifying deployment and maintenance. Featuring advanced 4x4:4 radios, it delivers up to 3.5 Gbps aggregate frame rate, ideal for high-density deployments supporting voice and HD video. Dedicated radios enhance security monitoring and Bluetooth scanning, ensuring a seamless and secure wireless experience for your users.
$1515.37
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
130
/ 641
#130 in Wireless Access Points
Price vs Category Average
+109%
Above average
Wireless Standard
6802.11
/ Wi-Fi (ax)
Who it's for
- Intuitive Cloud Management
- High-Performance Wi-Fi 6
- External Antenna Flexibility
Who should skip it
- Mandatory Subscription Licensing
- Cloud Dependency and Lock-in
- Premium Initial Hardware Cost
Key Specs
Wireless Standard
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Maximum Aggregate Frame Rate
3.5 Gbps
Frequency Bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz (Dual Band)
Ethernet Interface
1 x 1/2.5GBase-T (PoE+)
Power Source
PoE+
PoE Support
Yes
Radio Configuration
4x4:4 main radios, dedicated monitoring/Bluetooth radios
Antenna Type
External
Features
- Cloud-managed for simplified network administration
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for faster, efficient connections
- Dedicated radio for enhanced security monitoring
- Supports high-density and bandwidth-intensive applications
- Delivers up to 3.5 Gbps aggregate frame rate
- Includes Bluetooth scanning and beaconing radio
- Stateful Layer 3-7 Firewall protection
- PoE+ support for flexible installation
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Cisco Meraki MR46E for its exceptional ease of management and robust performance, especially in dense environments leveraging Wi-Fi 6. The intuitive cloud dashboard simplifies deployment and centralized monitoring, significantly boosting IT team efficiency. Reliability is consistently highlighted, ensuring stable connections with minimal manual intervention. The primary friction point, however, centers on value due to the mandatory, recurring licensing costs. While users acknowledge the superior management experience justifies much of the expense, the total cost of ownership remains a significant consideration for budget-conscious organizations. Overall, it is viewed as a premium, high-performance solution whose operational simplicity is highly valued.
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