What Mimosa does

Mimosa Networks, Inc. is a Silicon Valley-based provider of fixed wireless broadband hardware and network management software, founded in 2012 and acquired by Radisys Corporation in August 2023 for approximately $60 million, operating today as a wholly-owned subsidiary. The company's core offering is a Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)-based fixed wireless platform using Time Division Duplex/TDMA architecture across the 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands, delivering up to 3.0 Gbps throughput for point-to-point (PTP) and point-to-multipoint (PTMP) deployments. The current-generation 6 Series portfolio includes the A6 access point for PTMP networks, the B6x backhaul radio for long-distance PTP links, the C6x and C6x Lite Edition client radios for subscriber-side connectivity, and the new C6 Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) client radio with MU-MIMO beamforming for obstructed environments. The portfolio is complemented by the N5-X modular antenna system, mounting/PoE/NID accessories, the Mimosa Cloud platform, the on-premises Mimosa Management Platform (MMP) with tiered licensing supporting up to 5,000 devices free, and the Mimosa Design Tool for network planning.

Mimosa sells through a global two-tier distribution model comprising regional distributors (notably NEC XON and CBNLA), authorized resellers, system integrators, and a tiered Premier Partner Program, with direct website sales for accessories. Its flagship reference deployment is with MTN, Africa's largest telecom operator, through which Mimosa equipment is deployed across 14 African markets serving 288 million customers. Beyond MTN, named customers and case studies span Asia Quattro Net and Telkomsel in Asia-Pacific, plus a broad base of WISPs, cable operators, MDU/city-living operators, rural broadband providers, utilities and co-ops, public safety agencies, smart farms, smart cities, and enterprise/campus deployments. Export restrictions exclude Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, the Crimean region, Donetsk People's Republic, and Luhansk People's Republic.

Revenue derives primarily from one-time hardware sales of radios, antennas, and accessories, with a secondary and presumably smaller subscription/recurring stream from cloud-based and on-premises network management. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; sales are quote-based through channel partners. Headcount is reported in the 11-50 range, consistent with a focused hardware/specialty vendor rather than a mass-market platform. The company is pursuing U.S. BEAD-funded rural broadband opportunities and has launched regional go-to-market bundles (e.g., Jumpstart Promo for South African ISPs) and a forthcoming B26 licensed-spectrum backhaul platform, signaling continued product and channel expansion across both unlicensed and licensed spectrum.

Name

Mimosa

Legal name

Mimosa Networks, Inc.

Website

https://mimosa.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mimosa Networks designs and sells Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)-based fixed wireless broadband hardware and cloud management software, providing point-to-point and point-to-multipoint connectivity up to 3.0 Gbps for ISPs, telecom operators (including MTN in Africa), cable operators, utilities, rural broadband providers, and enterprise/campus customers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fixed Wireless Broadband Equipment

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Wi‑Fi Controllers & WLAN Gateways (On‑prem/Virtual) (HDAFACAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Enterprise & B2B Mobile Network Operators (HDAIAAAB)

Keywords

• Fixed wireless broadband
• Point-to-multipoint radios
• Wireless backhaul solutions
• Wi-Fi 6 access points
• Network management platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Campbell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Primary revenue stream from sale of wireless radios, access points, and accessories including A6 access points, B6x and C6x point-to-point radios, and C6 client devices. One-time hardware purchase model.
2. Network Management Services: Cloud-based network management platform possibly offered as subscription service for ongoing network monitoring and optimization.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mimosa Networks designs, manufactures, and sells fixed wireless broadband hardware and accompanying network management software for internet service providers, telecom operators, cable operators, and enterprises. Its 6 Series portfolio includes PTMP access points (A6), PTP backhaul radios (B6x), and client radios (C6x, C6x LE, C6), complemented by the Mimosa Cloud and Mimosa Management Platform (MMP) for network operations.

Product overview

Mimosa offers a comprehensive fixed wireless broadband portfolio as a platform of complementary products. The core offering consists of the 6 Series (current generation) including the A6 access point for PTMP networks, B6x backhaul radio for point-to-point links, and C6x/C6 client radios for subscriber connections. The C6x Lite Edition provides a cost-effective upgrade path from legacy C5x networks. The C6 Non-Line-of-Sight radio enables connectivity in obstructed environments where traditional LOS solutions fail. These products are complemented by the N5-X modular antenna system with multiple gain options, mounting accessories, PoE injectors, and network interface devices. For network management, Mimosa provides the cloud-hosted Mimosa Cloud platform and the on-premises Mimosa Management Platform (MMP) with tiered licensing. The Mimosa Design Tool enables network planning and validation. Legacy products include A5, B5, B11, B24, and C5x series. Mimosa operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Radisys Corporation following its acquisition in August 2023.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A6 Access Point 6 GHz point-to-multipoint (PTMP) access point delivering cleaner spectrum and more capacity for broadband service providers; flagship AP for serving multiple client devices simultaneously.
• B6x Point-to-Point Backhaul Radio
• C6x Client Radio
• C6x Lite Edition (LE)
• C6 Non-Line-of-Sight Client Radio Non-Line-of-Sight client radio with up to 2.5 Gbps aggregate wireless throughput, 16-element MU-MIMO antenna, and beamforming for operation in obstructed environments across 5 GHz and 6 GHz spectrum.
• N5-X Twist-on Antennas Modular fixed wireless antenna system with five gain options (12, 16, 20, 25, 30 dBi) providing extended frequency operation from 4.9–6.425 GHz with twist-on connection to X-Series radios.
• Mimosa Cloud Cloud-hosted network and device management platform with multiple secure data centers, scalable database structures, and 24/7 support for managing Mimosa networks and devices.
• Mimosa Management Platform (MMP)
• Mimosa Design Tool Network planning and design tool for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint deployments, providing visual aids including terrain elevation, weather factors, and interference analysis.
• Mimosa Accessories (Mounts, PoE Injectors, Network Interface Device) Installation accessories including J-Mount, J-Mount XL, FlexiMount XL, and B Mount; 50V and 24V Gigabit PoE injectors including a C6x-specific injector; and a Network Interface Device (NID) providing ESD protection, IP54 dust/water resistance, and grounding for radio installations.
• Jumpstart Promo Bundle for South African ISPs Promotional bundle specifically designed for South African ISPs, offering a complete Point-to-Multipoint solution including an A6 access point, six C6x client radios, and PoE injectors.

Quantifiable outcome

• High-speed connectivity up to 3.0 Gbps
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered major and flagship.

• NEC XONmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic distribution partnership for Africa. NEC XON manages distribution across South Africa, Namibia, Malawi, Ethiopia, and Lesotho, representing Mimosa products in the African market.
• Cambridge Broadband Networks Africa Limited (CBNLA)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to deliver Mimosa products to MTN across 14 African markets. CBNLA serves as the primary distribution channel for MTN's fixed wireless broadband deployments.
• MTNflagshipTechnology or IntegrationAfrica's largest telecom operator serving 288 million customers across 14 markets. MTN utilizes Mimosa fixed wireless solutions for broadband deployments through the CBNLA partnership.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cambium Networks: Direct fixed wireless broadband equipment vendor selling point-to-point, point-to-multipoint, and Wi-Fi solutions to WISPs, ISPs, and enterprises globally — the closest like-for-like competitor to Mimosa's 6 Series portfolio.
• Ubiquiti Inc. Sells unlicensed fixed wireless and Wi-Fi infrastructure (e.g., airMAX, UniFi) to WISPs and SMBs. Competes directly with Mimosa on price-performance in the ISP segment, with a much larger distribution footprint.
• Tarana Wireless: Develops next-generation FWA platforms (G1) using non-line-of-sight technology for ISPs and carriers. Competes with Mimosa's C6 NLOS radio in the same broadband-access use cases.
• Airspan Networks: Provider of 4G/5G small cells, fixed wireless, and Open RAN solutions to tier-1 operators, overlapping with Mimosa's macro base station-adjacent and backhaul opportunities for telcos.

Broad incumbents

• Ericsson: Incumbent telecom infrastructure vendor with end-to-end radio access, transport, and managed-services offerings. Competes with Mimosa for carrier backhaul and last-mile FWA budgets at the largest operators Mimosa is targeting.
• Nokia: Diversified telecom equipment incumbent with fixed networks and anyhaul/transport portfolios. Overlaps with Mimosa where carriers evaluate licensed or integrated FWA alongside fiber and microwave backhaul.
• Cisco: Enterprise networking incumbent with Wi-Fi, switching, and industrial wireless offerings. Adjacent competitor for enterprise/campus FWA opportunities and for service-provider managed-service integrations.
• Huawei: Dominant global telecom equipment vendor offering fixed wireless, microwave, and 5G solutions. Competes aggressively on price in Africa, APAC, and Latin America — markets where Mimosa has strong traction.

Emerging players

• Baicells: LTE/5G small-cell and fixed wireless CPE vendor with growing global presence. Overlaps with Mimosa in WISP and rural broadband segments, particularly where operators want 3GPP-based FWA.
• Radwin: Specialist fixed wireless access and backhaul vendor serving carriers, ISPs, and private networks. Comparable in target market and product category to Mimosa's point-to-point and NLOS offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GoMimosa
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/RadiSys/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/mimosanetworks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mimosanetworks

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors4 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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