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Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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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
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
79
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
15th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
25
Ranking in other categories
Routers (5th)
 

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 MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 1.9%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches4.3%
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch1.9%
Other93.8%
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.
Andriejus Artamonovas - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Specialist at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
Has supported deeper configuration through traffic mirroring and advanced VLAN setup
The main reason why MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is usually chosen is its raw performance to price ratio. In comparison to UniFi switches, MikroTik Cloud Router Switch can mirror all ports for traffic inspection for further traffic analysis, which UniFi cannot do. VLANs in MikroTik Cloud Router Switch are always useful. The way MikroTik implements VLAN-aware switching at the bridge level is hidden in the configuration. Making CRS work as a simple VLAN-aware switch requires deeper configuration, which is not intuitive. VLANs support individual interfaces not part of the bridge, allowing for double VLANing. You can create a VLAN interface in the interfaces context and also create a bridge interface, add physical ports, create VLANs for that bridge interface, and assign tagged and untagged ports and VLANs. Load balancing is one of the key components. The feature itself is quite efficient and works reliably on MikroTik Cloud Router Switch. The very basic setup is one of my favorites because they have their protocol where I can connect through the MAC address right on Layer 2, and I don't lose connectivity to the switch if I mess up with bridging or IP addressing.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Cisco is well-known, reliable, and stable for networking solutions."
"It is very stable. Performance is very good."
"I found the feature of having no downtime to be the most valuable aspect of the tool."
"Ciscos Switches are one of the best switches in the industry."
"It is a scalable solution."
"Their speed and their ability to handle the network well are the most significant aspects of the product."
"I use the tool because of its performance, reliability, and security."
"The most valuable feature is performance."
"This product is easy to configure."
"MikroTik is the most stable device; it’s easy to configure, there are no bugs or glitches, it’s reliable, and the performance is good."
"The simplicity of how one can set it up is the most valuable aspect."
"A valuable aspect is its user-friendly configuration, making it accessible even for individuals with basic technical knowledge."
"It is user-friendly, reliable, and cheap."
"It's a well-rounded solution for routing."
"This solution is very similar to the on-premises version making it easy to use for those who know the architect."
"The wiki page that describes the scripting and other features is very good."
 

Cons

"There can be limited features for the solution based on the pricing of the package you choose."
"The tool is only 75 percent efficient and not 100 percent as expected, making it an area where the tool can be improved."
"Endpoints need to be improved."
"Integration is not easy since the device component is separate."
"The simplicity of management could be improved so the object-based switch management is possible."
"Python or some automation tools should be incorporated into the CLI shell of devices."
"However, the only thing that probably set us aback with the Linksys switches is that there were some in the same purchase batch that did not last long."
"They are stable, but not as good as Juniper, they could be improved."
"The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has some shortcomings."
"This product is not recommended for enterprise-level projects."
"The user interface could improve and they should allow a license for IBS."
"Proper LACP support, more software support for hardware capabilities, true wirespeed Layer 3 routing."
"Technical support could be better."
"It happens that you may find your network is down, if you reboot the switch, they come up. However, sometimes, they reset themselves. That's a big issue."
"MikroTik has a three to five year maximum lifespan."
"The packet filtering, user log data, and user access log could all be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is not a license to use the solution but we have a license for support."
"It is costly. Because of its pricing, customers are not ready to buy Cisco solutions, and they are going for other brands."
"The solution is more expensive than competitors but is reliable and worth the money."
"The tool is expensive."
"If you look at the product portfolio from Cisco, it's quite expensive."
"The tool's licensing costs are yearly. You only need to pay standard licensing costs."
"Licensing cost has not been much for the last five years. We have the same license working for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches."
"The product is expensive."
"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."
"The price is competitive."
"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."
"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."
"The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."
"This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."
"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."
"The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
14%
Construction Company
12%
Marketing Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Educational Organization
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
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 Business19
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise2
 

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.
What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
It can be difficult to identify key functions for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch. I experience functionality limitations, particularly when trying to find specific features. It would be beneficial to...
What is your primary use case for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
I mostly work with network equipment now, focusing mainly on routers. I work with FortiGates and MikroTik routers. When referring to FortiGate routers, I mean the firewalls, but not the enterprise-...
 

Also Known As

Linksys Ethernet Switches
MikroTik CRS Series
 

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Sample Customers

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