Cisco's cloud-managed networking counterpart to Mist
Cisco's Meraki specialist credential covers a rival cloud-managed networking platform, making it the natural cross-vendor comparison for anyone weighing a start with Mist.
Who it suits
Network engineers choosing between vendor cloud-managed platforms, especially those whose employers or customers run Cisco rather than Juniper equipment. Suits candidates comfortable preparing for a written exam with some hands-on dashboard exposure.
Key differences
- It centers on the Meraki dashboard across wireless, switching, security, and SD-WAN, whereas the Mist credential is built around Juniper's cloud platform and its analytics.
- Its scope reaches into areas such as cameras and device management, while the Mist associate stays with cloud fundamentals, configuration basics, operations, and monitoring.
- Cisco positions it as a specialist-level exam rather than an associate-level entry point, which matters if you are still deciding where to begin.
- Level
- Specialty
- Assessment
- Written
- Study time
- 100-220h
- Listed from
- $300