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Broadcom StrataXGS vs HPE Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Broadcom StrataXGS
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
28th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
3.9
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
10th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Broadcom StrataXGS is 0.8%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Ethernet Switches is 3.4%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
HPE Ethernet Switches3.4%
Broadcom StrataXGS0.8%
Other95.8%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

WILLIAM SANITATE - PeerSpot reviewer
Vice President Of Engineering at O & S Services LLC
Useful multi-processes, software compatibility, and flexible
The initial setup of Broadcom StrataXGS is complex. However, if you use reference design by Broadcom it can be easy. If you use something else that is not in the reference design you can start to have timing or other problems. If you are not using their hardware, such as Intel, the support might not be there.
KK
General Manager at Zenith Business Solutions
Security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness drive success across different business scales
HPE Ethernet Switches are very much covered on the security front due to their ClearPass technology, which is exceptional. They are highly scalable and stable, which is vital for large enterprises that require reliable performance. Additionally, HPE Ethernet Switches offer a cost-saving advantage as they are approximately 40% cheaper than comparable Cisco solutions. The integration of the switches is very straightforward, making them an attractive choice for many organizations.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from."
"Switching to HPE Ethernet Switches greatly improved our network. We used to have both Cisco and HPE Ethernet Switches. Our network performance has increased by 300 percent."
"I value that there is a clear place to find a MAC table with HPE Ethernet Switches."
"HPE is very reliable because it has a lifetime warranty, so the switches didn't give us any problems."
"The security features of the HPE Ethernet Switches are good."
"I like that these switches are reliable, and the support is good."
"The most valuable feature in HPE Ethernet Switches is programmability and analytics."
"he stability is very good on this solution. There have been no bugs, glitches or crashes."
"The best feature of this solution is the lifetime warranty."
 

Cons

"The support could improve."
"There have been no significant improvements to our network performance as the switches we are using are quite old and we have not been able to take advantage of any new features."
"Authentication and other security features are not easily satisfied using the lower-end switches."
"In the next release, I would like to see them include more features like the Aruba solution, to have more possibilities concerning the software design."
"Integrating AI features could make it better."
"The pricing is expensive."
"The ability to stack, as well as a unified operating system, would be extremely beneficial."
"The solution could improve by having more integration options."
"This solution needs to support software-defined networking."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive."
"The price of the solution is expensive."
"It is a more expensive solution."
"We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade."
"The box itself is cheap, but when we have to install new features, it becomes very expensive."
"The pricing is very good."
"The license cost is yearly."
"We have to pay for a yearly license for HPE Ethernet Switches."
"Licensing fees are on a yearly basis."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
23%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Legal Firm
6%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
Educational Organization
7%
Financial Services Firm
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business62
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise31
 

Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
When compared to Cisco, Aruba is about 40% cheaper. However, Huawei would be even cheaper than Aruba. We can't compare HPE Ethernet Switches with Huawei directly because of different price ranges.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products. It's a cha...
 

Also Known As

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HP Ethernet Switches
 

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Sample Customers

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