SD-WAN vendorPublic summary, not an editorial review
Cisco Meraki
Cisco Meraki is a cloud-managed networking portfolio covering SD-WAN (MX appliances), Wi-Fi, switching, cameras and IoT, sold through Cisco channel partners.
Cisco Meraki quick facts
| Category | SD-WAN vendor |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2006 |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Website | meraki.cisco.com |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-04 |
Comparison of Cisco Meraki technology partners
Publicly named partnerships. 3 entries.
| Partner | Partnership type | Direction | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Azure | Cloud on-ramp for Meraki SD-WAN (vMX virtual appliance) | Vendor integrates partner | |
| Amazon Web Services | Cloud on-ramp for Meraki SD-WAN (vMX virtual appliance) | Vendor integrates partner | |
| Cisco Umbrella | Cloud-delivered DNS-layer and SWG security integration | Vendor integrates partner |
Cisco Meraki partner and reseller programmes
| Programme | Tiers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Partner Programme | Meraki sold through the wider Cisco channel covering Select, Premier, Gold and Master tiers. |
Service models
Fully managed
Partner-delivered
Co-managed
Available
Self-managed (DIY)
Available
Deployment options
- Cloud-managed MX appliances for SD-WAN at branch sites
- vMX virtual appliances for AWS and Azure cloud on-ramps
- Integrated Wi-Fi, switching and security from one dashboard
- Cisco Umbrella overlay for cloud security
Global coverage
- Global product availability through Cisco channel
- Meraki dashboard hosted in regional data centres
Cisco Meraki capability matrix
Uses the same 8-flag vocabulary as the Netify broadband reseller comparison.
White Label OptionsFTTP PortfolioSOGEA AvailableEthernet / Leased LineAPI IntegrationPartner PortalNo Minimum Spend (unknown)Billing Support (unknown)
Best for
- Mid-market and distributed enterprise with many branch sites
- Retail, hospitality and education estates
- Buyers wanting a single dashboard across SD-WAN, Wi-Fi and switching
- Lean IT teams needing simple cloud-managed networking
Less suited for
- Large enterprises wanting deep policy control and segment routing
- Buyers needing pure-play SASE with full SSE stack
- Self-build connectivity without Cisco channel involvement
Cisco Meraki pros and cons
Pros
- Cloud-managed dashboard reduces operational overhead
- Tight integration with Cisco Umbrella for cloud security
- Strong fit for retail and multi-site estates
- Large global Cisco channel for delivery
Cons
- Subscription licensing required for ongoing management
- Less granular than Catalyst SD-WAN for complex routing
- Limited customisation outside the Meraki dashboard
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