In today’s hyper-connected business or school environment, a reliable WiFi network is no longer a luxury—it's a mission-critical necessity. Whether you’re designing a new wireless networks or optimising an existing one, the survey tool you choose can make the difference between seamless connectivity and constant troubleshooting headaches.
At Redway Networks, we only use Ekahau in all our surveys as Ekahau's heat-mapping software is the definitive leader in the WiFi survey space.
Why Ekahau?
- Ekahau AI Pro revolutionises WiFi surveys with artificial intelligence that automates thousands of design iterations in seconds
- First-to-market 6 GHz network survey capabilities future-proof your wireless performance investments
- Seamless integration between Sidekick 2 hardware and mobile survey apps delivers unmatched accuracy
- Comprehensive survey toolkit combining predictive design, real-time analysis, and spectrum monitoring
Advanced AI-Powered Survey Automation
Ekahau AI Pro’s revolutionary approach to WiFi surveys begins with its advanced artificial intelligence, capable of processing thousands of design iterations in seconds. This isn’t just an incremental improvement over traditional methods—it’s a complete paradigm shift.
The AI Auto-Planner runs tens of thousands of placement iterations while considering wall materials, floor plans, and your specific network requirements input. This intelligent system identifies your network’s optimal AP placement based on connectivity requirements you define, eliminating the guesswork that plagues manual planning methods.
Perhaps most impressively, Ekahau AI provides automatic wall calibration by analysing your Sidekick survey data to highlight wall inconsistencies in network designs. When the system detects hidden wall attenuation anomalies, it provides recommended changes that you can implement with a single click to accept recommended adjustments.
Key automation capabilities include:
- AI-optimized network design based on exact network requirements
- Automatic channel optimization across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands
- Redesign simulations tuned for minimizing channel interference
- Intelligent analysis of wall materials based on real signal patterns
- Channel planning that accounts for adjacent floor interference
The Ekahau Survey mobile app paired with the Sidekick 2 hardware creates a wireless survey ecosystem unlike anything else on the market. This isn’t just software running on generic hardware—it’s a purpose-built system designed specifically for professional WiFi surveying.
The Sidekick 2’s multiple high-performance antennas deliver detailed signal analysis far beyond what standard WiFi cards can provide. This hardware was engineered specifically for the demands of professional surveys, capturing comprehensive data about your wireless environment in a single pass.
Tight hardware-software integration:
- Simultaneous WiFi and spectrum analysis during surveys
- Support for all WiFi standards including 802.11ax (WiFi 6/6E)
- Real-time data synchronization to cloud portal
- Automated location tracking with Autopilot Survey
- Enhanced security with Rogue AP Detection capabilities
Comprehensive 6GHz Survey Capabilities:
Ekahau AI stands alone with its industry-leading 6 GHz network survey capabilities. While most competitors are still catching up to this new frequency band, Ekahau has already developed a mature toolkit for evaluating and optimizing 6 GHz deployments.
The platform unlocks “the promise of six gigahertz with Ekahau perfected tri-band network designed to support your next-gen business applications.” This isn’t just marketing hype—it’s a tangible capability that provides significant competitive advantages for organizations planning their wireless future.
With the new Channel Planner and Network Simulator, Ekahau AI Pro enables you to visualize the impact of 6 GHz implementations before making physical changes. This capability is critical for planning rip-and-replace scenarios or gradual migrations to newer standards.
Enterprise-grade accuracy and reliability
When it comes to mission-critical wireless networks, accuracy isn’t just a feature—it’s the foundation upon which Ekahau AI builds its reputation. The platform delivers enterprise-grade reliability that meets the demanding requirements of environments where network downtime simply isn’t an option.
The system generates detailed heatmap visualizations showing WiFi coverage, signal-to-noise ratio, and channel interference patterns. These visualizations aren’t just visually impressive—they provide actionable insights that translate directly to improved network performance.
For complex environments, Ekahau AI Pro offers multi-floor network design capabilities that account for signal propagation through different building materials. This 3D approach to wireless planning is essential for environments like hospitals, universities, and multi-story office buildings where signals cross floor boundaries.
Enterprise capabilities include:
- Physical environment import from CAD file floor plans
- Localized and detailed view of network performance analytics
- Troubleshooting tools for identifying coverage gaps
- Validation of survey data against network requirements
- Support for AP vendor dashboard integrations
Seamless workflow and user experience
Even the most powerful survey tool is only as good as its usability, which is why Ekahau AI’s seamless workflow design stands out in a crowded marketplace. The platform features intuitive workspaces that allow users to effortlessly switch between design, inspect, survey, and live modes.
The consistent interface between the Ekahau Survey mobile app and Ekahau AI Pro creates a frictionless experience whether you’re in the field or at your desk. This consistency reduces training time and eliminates the confusion that can occur when switching between different tools.
The workflow advantages include:
- Identical menus, maps, and floorplans across Survey app on iPad and AI Pro on laptop
- Real-time collaboration features with cloud-based project management
- Mobile apps for iOS and Android enabling live network health monitoring
- Automatic saving and syncing through Ekahau Cloud
- Simplified annotation of floor plans with text and photos from mobile devices
This streamlined user experience translates directly to productivity gains and more reliable outcomes. Ekahau enables Redway Networks' survey team to focus on analysis rather than fighting with their tools, the result is better wireless networks.
In the hands of our accredited and experienced WiFi engineers delivers:
- More advanced AI automation
- Superior hardware integration
- Enterprise Scalability
- Comprehensive Feature Set
Take the first step toward transforming your wireless network by exploring our WiFi Surveys.
Or contact our expert team today on 01908 046400
