Lack of visibility of backend features that can be enabled or disabled by Meraki to change the behavior of the appliance or entire network Lack of console connection for troubleshooting Meraki appliances can be more expensive compared to other solutions, especially for small businesses. Cloud-only management requires ongoing licensing fees that can add up or make your device a brick even if the hardware is still capable. Internet connection is mandatory for normal operation. Some features in Meraki MX might be limited or simplified (e.g. Firewall, Cisco AnyConnect) Limited customization options It is much a vendor lock-in situation and is usually natural to use Meraki MX in existing environments transitioning from Cisco Enterprise or green field deployments Some models might not be properly sized if the load is close to its limits Certain features might require additional expensive license Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.