Cisco Ethernet Switches vs Luxul Switches comparison

Cisco and Luxul are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. Cisco is ranked #1 with an average rating of 9.0, while Luxul is ranked #27. Cisco holds a 13.3% mindshare in ES, compared to Luxul’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Cisco Ethernet Switches and Luxul Switches compete in the network technology category. Cisco Ethernet Switches generally have the upper hand due to their robust performance and extensive scalability, making them attractive to enterprises needing comprehensive solutions.

Features: Cisco Ethernet Switches provide advanced Layer 3 functionality, VLAN support, and high port density for complex networks. Luxul Switches focus on simple management options, plug-and-play setup, and essential functionality, ideal for smaller networks.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Luxul Switches are easier to deploy due to their intuitive design requiring minimal technical expertise, suitable for quick installations. Cisco Ethernet Switches, while more complex, offer superior scalability and integration options, backed by comprehensive customer support, fitting extensive deployments.

Pricing and ROI: Cisco Ethernet Switches have a higher initial setup cost reflecting their feature set and scalability, leading to higher ROI in large-scale setups. Luxul Switches, with a lower price point and quicker setup, provide value for simpler network needs, appealing to cost-conscious buyers.

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Ethernet Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

135

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Luxul Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

27th

Average Rating

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

AV Over IP Switching (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Ethernet Switches is 13.3%, down from 18.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 0.7%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Myint Aung

Head of the Solutions Department at BIM Group of Companies

Exceptional network support and AI integration drive performance while suggesting enhancements for future use cases

I work with both HyperFlex and other Cisco products. I prefer to make online support available because I can utilize my CCIE architect, solution consultant, and engineer team along with our account manager and product sales team. We can clarify requirements and decide how to support you. We should arrange a conference call about Cisco Ethernet Switches where I can invite my architect and consultant to clarify more about the features that are most beneficial for improving network efficiency. Today is AI day, and all the new firmware includes AI to optimize the performance, traffic, and security of Cisco Ethernet Switches. It's performing very well. With many solutions and vendors available, you have to decide on one. I am extremely satisfied with the licensing cost for Cisco Ethernet Switches. For the price of Cisco Ethernet Switches, I would rate it a 7. My overall rating for Cisco Ethernet Switches is 10 out of 10.

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Paul Krakowiak

Owner/Operator at KPax Audio Video - Networking & Security Surveillance

Rock-solid connectivity and WiFi coverage

It's a hardwired solution so our customers do not have to use a mesh network — I really dislike that. It causes too much delay, etc. As with any product, there is always room for improvement. A good router is not cheap. A good switch is not cheap. Let's say somebody develops a new frequency — 7GHz. Well, in that case, you'd need a special router. I have some customers who request Cat7 for their homes. That's way too much. So I'd say, "What are you going to run over here? Let's just run fiber optics. Then the customer will respond, "Well, I read somewhere and other people have told me that if you're going to wire your house, go with Cat7." I'd say, "Sir, you're not going to even utilize Cat5e." I use Cat5e, and believe it or not, I can pump at 10 gigabits per second with Cat5e. The same was true with ePoE — now we have ePoE+. Some switches with ePoE cannot supply as much juice as the modern ePoE+, which requires much more power. The basic switch doesn't have the capacity to deal with that. The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic. It pretty much just covers some basic IP information, defense, and how to change the administrator password — that's pretty much it. I am a dealer, I shouldn't have to contact support for basic answers.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The security of the switches is pretty impressive. There are many security features available on the product."

"Cisco Ethernet Switches are pretty reliable, and I have rarely seen one of them break."

"The solution is basically issue-free."

"One of the most valuable aspects of Cisco Ethernet Switches is many engineers can work on the equipment. You can find qualified engineers that can configure Cisco equipment more than any other networking equipment."

"It's all-encompassing and can help you in all these different areas. If people realize that they want something that's going to work, that's pretty foolproof, then Cisco's always worth the investment."

"One main feature of this solution is the POE switches."

"Cisco Ethernet Switches are great devices."

"It is a scalable solution, and we have more than 35 customers who use it."

More Cisco Ethernet Switches pros

"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."

"The ePoE+ is great."

"The solution is less expensive than other options."

Cons

"It'll also help if it can support more network utilization."

"Cisco switches are good as they are, but it would be a major feature if they have built-in routers. Some of the Microchip switches have routers built in the same device. They have a router switch. For some of the sites, we deploy such switches because the client does not want a separate router and a separate switch. So, we go for a router switch with maybe 24 ports. Some of them are fiber, and some of them are ethernet. It would be a major improvement to what Cisco is already doing. Behind the scenes, a lot of scripting and stuff like this is happening. A lot of workload can be lifted if Cisco had a good GUI. If you look at Microchip switches, they have a good GUI in addition to the CLI."

"Cisco has a licensing procedure that is very complicated and it changes every six months."

"If we can have fewer bugs on our switches, that would be great. We had bugs that caused the switch to reboot. There is probably a problem with the software."

"Currently, we have to wait up to eight months for a switch."

"Putting in a more complete management infrastructure would help when it comes to handling lower-end switches."

"The solution needs to work on lowering the amount of bugs. We find them quite regularly."

"Cisco's equipment is expensive, especially since it introduced the obligatory purchase of Cisco DNA."

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"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."

"You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit."

"The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Cisco Ethernet Switches is expensive."

"Cisco Ethernet Switches are expensive, and you have to pay for a warranty and technical support."

"While Cisco's pricing can be a concern, particularly with support fees, its overall features and support community make it a solid choice."

"The solution can be comparatively cheaper."

"This is an expensive solution, but you are paying for stability."

"The pricing for individual use is expensive but partners receive discounts of 70-80 percent for high-end use."

"The equipment might be more expensive, but when you take total ownership of the configuration, maintenance, and analysis, then it's a large benefit. Sometimes customers see only the first cost of the switches and don't look any further. This is a weak point of Cisco."

"It is an expensive product."

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"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."

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it_user82779

Engineer at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Jan 29, 2014

Benefits of Juniper vs Cisco

Both are decent products. I prefer Juniper for the following reasons: 1) Cleaner separation of data plane from control plane. Higher end Cisco devices are better at this but most of the lower end products still seem to be more integrated than I like. 2) The Hierarchical config design means I can…

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Overview

Cisco Ethernet Switches scale to meet the needs of networks of all sizes. They are Secure, Reliable and Seamless.

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Luxul is the leading innovator of simple-to-deploy professional grade IP networking solutions made just for custom installation professionals. Designed for use in both residential and commercial environments, the Luxul family offers a complete line of solutions that simplify network design and deployment—resulting in a scalable network that is both powerful and easy to install. With Luxul, installers can deliver the ultimate IP network without the complexity associated with traditional networking gear. All Luxul products include free lifetime support and a three-year limited warranty. Plus, Luxul equipment is available only through authorized distributors of residential and commercial integration products.

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