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Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Swit...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
10th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
79
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
11th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is 2.6%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.4%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches2.6%
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.4%
Other94.0%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

DolfKrikke - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Network Architect at Previder
Long experience has delivered fast, reliable networking and intuitive management for clients
Regarding Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches, there is nothing technically that needs improvement, but the support and cost are significant concerns. The main issue is that many customers are hesitant to purchase Cisco products because the support costs are very high. When I compare it to HP Aruba switches, for example, the support from HP is almost free. Cisco always charges for support, which is understandable because Cisco has a very large support organization like Cisco TAC behind it. Additionally, upgrades are not free with Cisco. Other vendors offer switch upgrades and firmware upgrades mostly free of charge. These are my main concerns.
Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
Deputy Director at NITDA
Cost-effective performance enhanced by security features with easy configurations
I mainly use Huawei Switches and also work with Huawei Wireless. I deal with both Huawei and Cisco Switches, and I find Huawei to be more cost-effective Huawei has helped to save costs and is cost-effective, which also helps save time for the company. The performance of Huawei is good, and it…

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 features are virtualization and micro-segmentation."
"It's stable and we never have to worry about it."
"The pricing of the solution is very good. It works well within our network."
"The solution is stable and reliable."
"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is a stable solution."
"I have found their security features the most valuable. These security features are supported on most of the other features. Similarly, the protocols and the standards are supported on other features, such as the stacking feature, the availability feature, internet channel, link application, and protocols. There are so many features on these features."
"The deployment of the solution is quite fast."
"Cisco Linksys switches offer ease of management and experience, especially for engineers holding CCNA certificates."
"We have not encountered any issues in the locations where the product has been deployed. I am impressed with its performance and pricing."
"Scalability isn't an issue."
"The initial setup of the solution was easy, it took 20 to 25 minutes."
"The most important feature that our clients look for in this solution is that it will perform how it says it will perform for the best price and that it will provide good support."
"The CLI syntax."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very scalable - we can add on multiple net servers and integrate with third parties."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are both scalable and stable."
"The required functionalities align with telecom requirements and have improved from a capacity perspective."
 

Cons

"The initial setup was complex."
"If possible, we'd like to see support in our country, but it will be difficult as we are located in Iran."
"There is a four-month wait list for certified switches and licenses in Libya because they must be shipped from Dubai."
"The drawbacks come from support. The tools are rare, but to find someone knowledgeable with Cisco, is a problem."
"We'd prefer if the product, in general, was easier to use. It can be a bit difficult."
"The drawbacks come from support. The tools are rare, but to find someone knowledgeable with Cisco, is a problem."
"Their price is quite high compared to their competitors."
"Another area of improvement is scalability."
"The graphical user interface could be much better."
"The product’s pricing needs improvement. It could be more stable as well."
"It’s hard to get technical support."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"The OS, features, and usage aren't great. There's a lack of resources and support."
"I had issues with patching the IOS."
"I didn't like the Huawei Switches because of the different versions resetting the configuration issue. Huawei doesn't support Layer 3 modes while TOE and ARP have some issues."
"The GUI could be improved. It could be much more adaptable."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool's price is reasonable."
"It's an affordable price for small companies using on-premises networks where cloud services are too expensive for them."
"Licensing cost has not been much for the last five years. We have the same license working for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches."
"Licensing fees for this product are billed on a yearly basis."
"If you want any feature, you have to go with the subscriptions offered by the tool."
"It is costly. Because of its pricing, customers are not ready to buy Cisco solutions, and they are going for other brands."
"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches prices are high. However, it was acceptable. The price is higher than competitors."
"Considering the problems that we have, Linksys is overpriced."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"The solution's price is reasonable compared to other products like Cisco."
"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
"From the initial purchase, you will pay for a license and you do not need to pay for a license again. The price depends on the size of the infrastructure."
"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"A cost-effective product"
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Marketing Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Computer Software Company
6%
Computer Software Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business42
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise24
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?
Regarding pricing, I take the cost of Cisco Linksys Ethernet switches into consideration.
What needs improvement with Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?
Regarding Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches, there is nothing technically that needs improvement, but the support and cost are significant concerns. The main issue is that many customers are hesitant...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei Ethernet Switches offer very competitive and aggressive product pricing compared to other brands.
What needs improvement with Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion.
 

Also Known As

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Sample Customers

Linz AG
Newcastle University, Jingyang District of Deyang City in Sichuan Province, Southwest China, Glasgow Rangers Soccer Team, RMIT, Insurance Industry Association of Zhejiang Province, China, APT Satellite Holdings Limited (APT)
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