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D-Link Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch 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

D-Link Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
14th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
30
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
18th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
22
Ranking in other categories
Routers (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 5.4%, down from 5.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 1.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Daniel Kivuthi - PeerSpot reviewer
Fits well in networks, integrate well but initial setup needs trained people
I did not face any major challenges, but the only thing is that D-Link has to invest in training technicians or engineers who install their products. They have to keep training them. D-Link can offer free training, or maybe even if they are charged, it's some fair charge. That way, D-Link encourages many technicians to take that training. And when the team has trained technicians or trained engineers, then it becomes very easy to install the devices and put them in the network. The solution integrates very well with our existing network infrastructure. The initial setup is straightforward. But, again, I will insist: If it is handled by trained personnel, then you find that the integration and installation are easy. But when people try to install the switches or the solutions and they do not have the technical know-how, then it becomes a challenge. People start saying that it's not a good solution, that they are not working. Yet, it is the technician who does not know how to handle them.
Anthony Quarshie - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides robust routing capability but needs simplified documentation
I am using it, and I recommend it to my customers in the financial sector The router power is the most valuable aspect. I have not tried AppSec. Everything, I do on my own with Sage or something similar. I do not rely on technical support. I have used the solution for a couple of years, like…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The initial setup is straightforward."
"Its integration is the most valuable."
"We use the solution for the network and ethernet connection."
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."
"It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary."
"There are no stability issues with D-Link Ethernet switches."
"There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage."
"It is a stable solution."
"The GUI is easy to use."
"The best aspect is that it remains affordable."
"The router power is the most valuable aspect."
"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 beauty of MikroTik is that you have flexibility with the routing parts."
"I like that it's quite flexible and addresses different issues. It's quite easy to use, and the pricing is great. We find them to be very capable switches."
"The wiki page that describes the scripting and other features is very good."
 

Cons

"It could be easier to scale on managed devices."
"In a future release, the solution could improve by being more secure and allowing the configuration of each port."
"The solution could be cheaper."
"The technical support needs a lot of improvement."
"The solution's web filtering feature could be improved."
"The D-Link Ethernet Switches have to be replaced because they are difficult to manage and security is poor. They should add centralized manageability to make the solution better, it will allow administrators to better know what is happening on the network."
"The solution needs better local support."
"There is room for improvement in terms of stability."
"The port isolation and VLAN need to be improved."
"The bulk efficiencies and the control of traffic could be a bit better."
"MikroTik Cloud Router Switch needs improvement in the area of security, although the recent models are addressing this."
"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."
"The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has some shortcomings."
"The solution does not yet offer a SaaS version."
"Most of the time, the MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is stable. If I were to rate the stability on a scale of 1 to 10 where 10 is the best, I would give it a 5."
"If MikroTik had a marketing team and support team in India then it would be much easier for us to get the product, as well as support."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"It has a good return on investment. It has indeed saved us resources significantly."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."
"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."
"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
"The price of D-Link Ethernet Switches is in the 4,000 to 5,000 rupees or 65 to 100 USD range. The price of the solution is not expensive."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."
"The price is competitive."
"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."
"This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."
"The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."
"I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."
"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."
"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Healthcare Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Educational Organization
9%
Hospitality Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

Would you recommend replacing a Cisco Catalyst Switch by a D-link one?
Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the ...
What do you like most about D-Link Ethernet Switches?
D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for D-Link Ethernet Switches?
D-Link Ethernet Switches are 30% cheaper than Cisco switches. Pricing has not been a concern since it is already included in the capex.
What do you like most about MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
The tool has impacted our company's network costs and productivity in a perfect manner and percentage-wise, I can say it is 120 percent.
What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
Regarding improvements in the MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, I am not sure as it is a good product. The performance could potentially be improved, but for this market segment, it is a good product. ...
 

Also Known As

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MikroTik CRS Series
 

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Sample Customers

George Mason University, Somerville House, Hiperwall, New Brunswick School District 16, The Fulcrum Group, Bremond Independent School District, University of Texas Health Science Center, Grand Canyon Skywalk, SUN Area Career & Technology Center, Abington Senior High School
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