Purple vs SecureW2: cloud RADIUS & WiFi platform compared
SecureW2 delivers certificate-based authentication and cloud RADIUS for IT and security teams. Purple provides the same passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise 802.1X security with zero PKI server overhead, while adding branded guest WiFi, captive portals, location analytics, and multi-tenant iPSK on the access points you already own. One platform handles staff, guest, and venue operations.
- Passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise 802.1X (EAP-TLS) with managed certificates
- Native sync with Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace & Microsoft Intune
- Guest WiFi, captive portal builder & footfall analytics included
- Vendor-agnostic overlay for Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Mist & UniFi
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Why IT and security teams choose Purple over SecureW2
SecureW2 requires configuring and maintaining managed PKI certificate infrastructure for device authentication.
Purple delivers passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise and RADIUS-as-a-Service with fully managed certificates, removing PKI complexity for your IT team.
SecureW2 focuses exclusively on employee JoinNow device onboarding and authentication.
Purple unifies staff 802.1X security and branded guest WiFi on one platform, giving IT full access control and marketing a branded captive portal.
SecureW2 provides basic authentication logs and network telemetry.
Purple captures footfall, dwell times, visitor retention, and real-time location insights alongside complete RADIUS access logs.
SecureW2 offers single-tenant 802.1X authentication without multi-tenant network separation.
Purple provides native multi-tenant iPSK (private PSK) for student housing, Build-to-Rent, and coworking spaces, giving each tenant an isolated network.
SecureW2 pricing scales per user and per device with additional modules for PKI management.
Purple offers venue and AP-based licensing covering enterprise staff 802.1X security and unlimited guest WiFi logins without per-device taxes.
Built for IT, security, and venue operations
Purple gives IT and security teams enterprise 802.1X WiFi security, while giving marketing and venue teams guest WiFi, captive portals, and analytics on existing network hardware.
IT & network engineering
RADIUS-as-a-Service and passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise on Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, and Ubiquiti UniFi with no PKI servers to manage.
Security & compliance
EAP-TLS certificate-based authentication, identity sync with Entra ID, Okta, and Google Workspace, backed by ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, and Cyber Essentials certification.
Guest experience & marketing
Branded captive portals, multi-language splash pages, first-party data capture, and location analytics alongside enterprise staff WiFi.
Higher education & BTR estates
Unified staff 802.1X, eduroam compatibility, and per-tenant iPSK network isolation across multi-building campuses and residential developments.
Enterprise security and scale
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Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Purple | SecureW2 |
|---|---|---|
| RADIUS-as-a-Service | ✓Multi-region cloud RADIUS with global 99.999% SLA | ✓Core product under CloudRADIUS branding |
| Passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise (EAP-TLS) | ✓Certificate-based staff access with zero PKI server overhead | ✓Supported via EAP-TLS and JoinNow PKI |
| Managed certificate lifecycle | ✓Automated certificate issuance, renewal, and revocation | ✓Managed PKI with Intune CA partner integration |
| Identity provider sync (Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace) | ✓Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, JumpCloud, SAML, and LDAP | ✓Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, and Active Directory |
| Microsoft Intune & MDM auto-provisioning | ✓Native SCEP / EST auto-enrollment for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | ✓JoinNow Connector integration for MDM platforms |
| Zero-touch cloud deployment | ✓Vendor-agnostic cloud overlay deployed in under 48 hours | ✓Cloud RADIUS setup with custom PKI policy design |
| Branded guest WiFi & captive portal builder | ✓Drag-and-drop portal builder, 30+ languages, and custom splash pages | –JoinNow device onboarding portal only — no guest marketing portal |
| Footfall & venue location analytics | ✓Real-time location heatmaps, dwell times, and return rates | ✕Authentication access logs only — no venue analytics |
| WiFi marketing automation & CRM sync | ✓Purple Engage: WiFi-triggered email, SMS, and 70+ CRM connectors | ✕Not in product scope |
| Multi-tenant / private PSK (iPSK) | ✓Isolated private networks for Build-to-Rent, student, and coworking | ✕Focuses on 802.1X certificate enrollment only |
| Runs on existing network hardware | ✓Vendor-agnostic overlay on Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Ruckus, Mist, UniFi | ✓Cloud RADIUS supports any 802.1X-compatible access point |
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One unified platform for staff 802.1X security and guest WiFi
Purple delivers cloud RADIUS and passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise with EAP-TLS certificate-based authentication, synced directly to Entra ID, Okta, or Google Workspace with zero PKI server overhead. On the same platform, you get branded guest WiFi, captive portals, and footfall analytics on your existing Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, or Ubiquiti UniFi access points, backed by ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, and Cyber Essentials certification. Book a demo to see it on your network.
Frequently asked
Does Purple offer certificate-based 802.1X authentication like SecureW2?
Yes. Purple delivers passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise with EAP-TLS certificate-based authentication tied to RADIUS-as-a-Service. Your IT team gains enterprise 802.1X security without operating complex PKI servers, while gaining guest WiFi, captive portals, and analytics on the same platform.
Can Purple replace SecureW2 for enterprise staff WiFi?
Yes. Purple replaces SecureW2 for staff 802.1X authentication against Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, or on-premises Active Directory. Migration is straightforward: configure Purple alongside as a secondary RADIUS server, transition your SSIDs, and decommission SecureW2 with zero network downtime.
How does Purple compare to SecureW2 on pricing and licensing?
SecureW2 charges user and device fees for PKI and RADIUS services. Purple uses transparent venue and access-point licensing that includes both enterprise staff 802.1X security and unlimited guest WiFi sessions without per-device taxes.
What capabilities does Purple add beyond cloud RADIUS?
Purple adds branded guest WiFi captive portals, footfall and dwell analytics, automated WiFi marketing, and multi-tenant iPSK networks on top of enterprise 802.1X security. SecureW2 is an identity-focused PKI utility and does not include guest experience or venue analytics tools.
Does Purple require swapping our existing network hardware?
No. Purple operates as a cloud overlay on your existing access points across Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, and Ubiquiti UniFi, allowing you to deploy secure staff WiFi and guest WiFi without hardware replacement.
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