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Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs Luxul Switches comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Swit...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
79
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Luxul Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
29th
Average Rating
6.0
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
AV Over IP Switching (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is 4.3%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 1.1%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches4.3%
Luxul Switches1.1%
Other94.6%
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.
PK
Owner/Operator at KPax Audio Video - Networking & Security Surveillance
Greatly simplifies troubleshooting; remote access to the router is a huge time saver
The solution has a problem with documentation. Luxul doesn't want to give the documentation to any Joe Bloggs, but even as a dealer going to the Luxul portal, there are no documents. I can always call technical support and ask them if I forget something and I'll get the support, but I shouldn't need to do that. Anything can be improved and unfortunately a good switch is not cheap but there's no choice if you need a special router.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Cisco has better support and the switches are easier to use."
"I think the most valuable feature of Cisco Switches is basically the ease of use, the ease of management."
"I suggest that Cisco Linksys Ethernet switches might be one of the best options on the market."
"This product is fine and works well in the background."
"The most valuable feature is that we can configure the security to suit our needs."
"The most valuable feature is basic networking functionality."
"Technical support from Cisco is the best."
"They are very reliable."
"All of my customers, including residential and commercial clients, are extremely happy with these switches."
"The ePoE+ is great."
"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."
"It's a rock-solid connectivity and a rock-solid Wi-Fi coverage, which is what my customers love."
"The solution is less expensive than other options."
"The solution is excellent for audio-video and multi-casting."
 

Cons

"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are expensive."
"The solution's framework and some of the techniques need improvement. I've been watching Aruba, and they have a lot of technologies within the access points. For example, it has a virtual controller to connect all Aruba switches."
"Python or some automation tools should be incorporated into the CLI shell of devices."
"In the next release I would really love to see a list option."
"Cisco offers a wide range of features, and in the enterprise and mid-segment market in Europe, we make use of most of them. Some features are essential for our operations, while others may go unused. The feature set provided by Cisco is comprehensive, and there's little more we could ask for. It would be a nice addition if, in the future, Cisco switches could incorporate artificial intelligence to provide proactive feedback and guidance instead of having to search for solutions ourselves. This development is likely to come with time, and we'll patiently await such enhanced functionality."
"My advice for anybody who is considering this product is not to use Linksys."
"We haven't had any issues with the solution."
"The solution is costly."
"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."
"While the solution is good for the light commercial market or for the residential market, it's not ideal for the commercial market, for example, a big enterprise or data center."
"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."
"The solution has a problem with documentation. Luxul doesn't want to give the documentation to any Joe Bloggs, but even as a dealer going to the Luxul portal, there are no documents."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches prices are high. However, it was acceptable. The price is higher than competitors."
"You don't need to pay yearly or monthly for this solution."
"They are cheaper than Cisco Catalyst Switches."
"I think that pricing should be more competitive. While the Cisco product is good, the pricing is not competitive. People will end up going with other cheaper solutions such as Arista."
"Cisco switches are a little expensive when it comes to the price."
"The price of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is higher than competitors, such as Huawei."
"The license is not expensive."
"The licensing cost is not bad and is actually very competitive within the product category."
"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."
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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company
14%
Construction Company
12%
Marketing Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Healthcare Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Performing Arts
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business42
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise24
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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 primary use case for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?
I am still working with Cisco products, but not exclusively. I also work with HP, Aruba, and other products like Mellanox and HP. I am a senior network engineer and architect for an integrator.
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