SD-WAN vendorPublic summary, not an editorial review
Cradlepoint
Cradlepoint, an Ericsson company, supplies 5G and cellular-first SD-WAN edge routers and the NetCloud cloud management platform.
Cradlepoint quick facts
| Category | SD-WAN vendor |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Boise, Idaho, United States |
| Website | cradlepoint.com |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-04 |
Comparison of Cradlepoint technology partners
Publicly named partnerships. 2 entries.
| Partner | Partnership type | Direction | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ericsson | Parent company, 5G core and radio integration | Partner integrates vendor | Cradlepoint was acquired by Ericsson in 2020. |
| Microsoft Azure | Cloud on-ramp via NetCloud | Vendor integrates partner |
Cradlepoint partner and reseller programmes
| Programme | Tiers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cradlepoint Partner Programme | Channel programme for resellers, MSPs and carriers reselling 5G WAN. |
Service models
Fully managed
Partner-delivered
Co-managed
Available
Self-managed (DIY)
Available
Deployment options
- 5G and LTE edge routers for branch and IoT sites
- NetCloud cloud management platform
- Cellular-first SD-WAN for mobile and pop-up sites
- In-vehicle and first-responder connectivity
Global coverage
- Global product availability through carrier and channel partners
- NetCloud hosted in regional data centres
Cradlepoint capability matrix
Uses the same 8-flag vocabulary as the Netify broadband reseller comparison.
FTTP PortfolioSOGEA AvailableEthernet / Leased LineAPI IntegrationPartner PortalNo Minimum Spend (unknown)White Label Options (unknown)Billing Support (unknown)
Best for
- Buyers needing 5G or LTE as primary WAN
- In-vehicle, first-responder and field service connectivity
- Pop-up retail, events and temporary sites
- IoT and machine connectivity at scale
Less suited for
- Buyers needing wired fibre access circuits
- Large headquarters sites needing high-capacity ethernet
Cradlepoint pros and cons
Pros
- 5G and cellular specialist with Ericsson backing
- NetCloud platform for fleet-style management
- Strong in mobile and IoT WAN segments
Cons
- Not a wired connectivity provider
- Pricing tied to cellular data plans from third parties
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