Thanks for the advice! Do I take it Mikrotiks Basebox2 or 5 doesn't come close to Ruckus wifi signal ability?
Not even close.
Do you have ethernet jacks available at various locations or were you planning on using wifi for connecting access points?
Yes, we are running cable for them. Looking at Ruckus their prices are obnoxious! I do understand the high power output and antennas the units have, but still.
What is the best antenna Mikrotik has as far as power output?
Have done a few warehouses over the years.
Would never even consider Mikrotik wireless in one.
Tiks lack MU-MIMO. And have exceptionally poor interference mitigation.
And you are gonna need more than one AP if you have any sort of size or obstructions in the place.
Usually I have to place units near the front door in the receiving bay. Then some down the aisles ceilings.
What's on the shelf matters. Like the HVAC warehouse vs county DLC warehouse. Materials that bounce vs absorb etc.
Yeah the Ruckus will cost more... But your client's want a solution and not a constant problem.