ExtremeRouting vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch comparison

Extreme Networks and MikroTik are both solutions in the Routers category. Extreme Networks is ranked #6 with an average rating of 7.5, while MikroTik is ranked #5 with an average rating of 7.7. Extreme Networks holds a 1.8% mindshare in R, compared to MikroTik’s 7.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of MikroTik users who would recommend it.

ExtremeRouting

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100% willing to recommend

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch

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95% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 29, 2025

ExtremeRouting and MikroTik Cloud Router Switch are competing in the networking equipment sector. ExtremeRouting is perceived to offer better value in terms of pricing and support, while MikroTik is favored for its feature set.

Features: ExtremeRouting offers advanced network management, scalability, and enhanced security, making it ideal for secure and manageable networks. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch excels in versatile configuration options, high throughput capacity, and efficient routing protocols, providing flexibility in performance.

Room for Improvement: ExtremeRouting could improve in expanding its configuration flexibility and throughput capabilities, and in providing a more user-friendly interface for non-technical users. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch could benefit from improving its ease of deployment, simplifying the setup process, and enhancing customer support responsiveness.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtremeRouting provides a streamlined deployment process with dedicated customer support, ensuring smooth integration. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch offers flexibility but requires more technical expertise for setup, which may present a learning curve for some users.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeRouting is cost-effective with attractive setup costs promising good ROI due to resource-efficient solutions. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, although initially higher in price, offers significant ROI through performance and long-term reliability, justifying its investment over time.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeRouting

Ranking in Routers

6th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch

Ranking in Routers

5th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Ethernet Switches (18th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Routers category, the mindshare of ExtremeRouting is 1.8%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 7.7%, down from 8.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Routers Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch	7.7%
ExtremeRouting	1.8%
Other	90.5%

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Imran Taiyeb Ali

Senior Solutions Specialist at a comms service provider with 201-500 employees

A scalable tool that needs to improve its support, software resiliency, and software stability

The support team is not technically that strong. The previous company that owned the product, Nortel, went bankrupt, after which the transition phase of the product didn't go smoothly. Avaya did not do well with the product's design and engineering after taking the product over from Nortel, after which Avaya decided to outsource the tool to my company, meaning we have worked as a vendor with third-party access to the tool in the name of Avaya. The support was very bad initially, but my company could fix the problems of the customers on time since we had better communication skills than technical-solving skills due to our limitations related to the area of device engineering. When it comes to a feature of the product, my company could enable it for the customers or users of the product. If, by any chance, my company found a bug in the tool, then it was a hectic task for our support team to deal with it since it took months to fix it. Currently, Extreme Networks takes care of the support part, and it might have improved. I rate the technical support a four out of ten.

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MarkBanks

Solution Architect Team Lead at MLL Telecom

Has reduced deployment time and enabled cost-effective internet access in the public sector

As an integrator, the best advantage of the product is its cost. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch stands out for its features, especially those available at that price point. I don't get involved too much in the setup of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, so I appreciate the ease of setup. There are no specific features we use it for; its cost-effectiveness for internet access is what matters. One useful feature we utilize is Ethernet over IP. The positive impact of the solution on our company and clients is that it provides an attractive price point. It allows us to deliver cost-compliant solutions to our clients. Since we work in the public sector, cost is a very important attribute, and that's where it fits in our portfolio.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The routing protocol is the solution's most valuable aspect."

"It is very easy to set up."

"Looking at the robustness, I do not know whether it would be carrier grade – let's say for hundreds of thousands of users – but it certainly doesn't balk at 10,000 users or less."

"Provides a good redundancy technique."

"What I like about Extreme Routing is its impressive performance."

"It is a very scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"The wiki page that describes the scripting and other features is very good."

"The best aspect is that it remains affordable."

"The interface management and the user access management is pretty good."

"The best aspect is that it remains affordable."

"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 beauty of MikroTik is that you have flexibility with the routing parts."

"The traffic monitoring capabilities are excellent."

"This solution is very similar to the on-premises version making it easy to use for those who know the architect."

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Cons

"It's not evolving as quickly as we would like it to."

"The support, software resiliency, and software stability are areas of concern where improvements are required."

"One area for improvement with Extreme Routing is the need for more accessible and comprehensive training."

"The solution is far too unstable. It's completely unreliable."

"Some of the latest protocols are unavailable."

"My advice for those looking into ExtremeRouting is: right now all switch manufacturers are backed up for months. If you're looking to implement quickly, I would say shop around a bit because it might be difficult."

"While some customers use MikroTik Cloud Router Switch as a firewall, it's not at an industry-level, though the basic features are adequate for many users who prefer it over purchasing other reputed firewall solutions."

"Aspects such as zero trust, security, and management interface could be improved, which would be useful."

"MikroTik Cloud Router Switch needs improvement in the area of security, although the recent models are addressing this."

"The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has some shortcomings."

"It would be even better with a centralized management platform."

"Stuff that I'd like to be improved is really just training and documentation because I think the feature set is full. Another improvement I'd suggest is that their new, bigger releases should be a bit more stable."

"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."

"Simplifying the documentation would be a good idea."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have no issues with the price."

"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."

"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."

"I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."

"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."

"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."

"The price is competitive."

"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

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Comms Service Provider

13%

Computer Software Company

12%

Educational Organization

10%

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ExtremeRouting?

It is a very scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.

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What needs improvement with ExtremeRouting?

I think that all the devices included in Avaya fall under Extreme Networks currently. I am not sure how much Extreme Networks has changed ExtremeRouting, but I think it is in a better condition tha...

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What is your primary use case for ExtremeRouting?

My company uses ExtremeRouting for a big LAN environment, where there is a need for ERS switches, including Extreme Networks Core Switches and chassis, so the product is like a big cabinet to reduc...

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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.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

The Python solution pricing is on the lower side.

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What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

Adding more features from a security perspective would make the solution much better. While some customers use MikroTik Cloud Router Switch as a firewall, it's not at an industry-level, though the ...

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Also Known As

Avaya Enterprise Routers

MikroTik CRS Series

Overview

Avaya Enterprise Routers Ethernet Routing Switch 4000 Series is a Stackable Chassis system providing high-performance, convergence-ready and resilient Ethernet switching connectivity. Available as a range of models supporting 10/100/1000 switching and routing, Power-overEthernet, Powerover-Ethernet+ and 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink options, the Ethernet Routing Switch 4000 Series is ideally suited for mainstream Wiring Closet and other network Edge deployments.

Extreme Networks

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is a new Smart Switch series. It combines the best features of a fully functional router and a Layer 3 switch, is powered by the familiar RouterOS. All the specific Switch configuration options are available in a special Switch menu, also ports can be removed from the switch configuration, and used for routing purposes.

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Sample Customers

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