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Huawei Ethernet Switches vs Ubiquiti UniFi Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

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

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
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.3%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is 6.9%, up from 6.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches6.9%
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.3%
Other89.8%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

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…
Donald Ochanda - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Manager at Network Security and Crypto
Has delivered reliable performance over the years but still needs improvements in advanced networking features
I generally recommend Ubiquiti UniFi Switches for medium-sized corporate clients, as most of them don't mind the brand as long as the system works. With major corporate clients, they still have the mentality that Cisco is superior in the market, but medium-sized clients are easier to deploy at that level. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are improving technically since my last implementation. Our field engineers report significant improvements, and I was involved in Kenya's last general elections where we used Ubiquiti equipment, both wireless and switching, which performed excellently. My assessment of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches' centralized management is that, while I haven't interacted with it extensively, it works similarly to Cisco and Meraki platforms. Field engineers should be able to provide better answers regarding this feature. The port isolation feature on Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is standard, which I believe is appropriate considering they provide standard security features on the port.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The HTTP features for security are very good. We use all of the regular features."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very stable."
"The solution is easy to set up."
"Huawei Ethernet switches have a price advantage over other solutions; you can buy about four Huawei switches for the price of one Cisco switch."
"It is cheap."
"My advice for anybody who is considering this product is not to be afraid of it, just because Huawei is not a true American brand."
"The HTTP features for security are very good, and we use all of the regular features."
"Huawei offers a wide range of products to choose from, which provides flexibility in deployment."
"I would gladly recommend Ubiquiti UniFi Switches."
"The most valuable feature for us is the VPN."
"The performance is good, they also have good prices, and they have a lot of functions in their software."
"I would recommend Ubiquiti UniFi switches to others, especially for smaller environments."
"The free support from Ubiquiti for UniFi Switches has been very good."
"The price is very low and a good approach for a smaller company, with 10 to 15 people."
"I haven't found the cost of the solution to be too high."
"It is very easy to deploy. The deployment time for a single device is a near instant."
 

Cons

"Huawei Ethernet Switches have not automated its firmware."
"The company needs to provide more on hand training on the product."
"There is room for improvement in the customer support and services. The response time could be better."
"Dashboard could be improved."
"The tool is not very robust in harsh environments. Issues with cooling and power can cause these switches to fail, which concerns customers. They work well in data centers but might be problematic in places without cooling or heat."
"I had issues with patching the IOS. But right now I think Huawei has improved very much in the advanced technology and is more stable now. I think patch and bug fixes should be announced on a scheduled basis."
"The stability could be improved."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
"Ubiquiti tends to end-of-life things faster than other companies do. Cisco tends to be in the 8-, 10-, 12-year time frame, and Ubiquiti tends to be in the 4- or 5-year time frame."
"Ubiquiti UniFi Switches’s pricing could be less expensive."
"If Ubiquiti UniFi Switches had some live support instead of community support, that would go a long way."
"The stability and installation could be improved."
"In the next release, it would be beneficial to include a face recognition feature for door access control to enhance security and user convenience."
"The UniFi switches are for people who are not very into technology and if you have a big deployment with special configurations then this line of switches is very limited."
"The initial deployment was a bit complex."
"Functionalities can change quite quickly without notice."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"I would say that the product is cost-effective."
"The solution's pricing is in the middle, but you will be charged when you upgrade the tenant."
"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."
"It is expensive."
"The price of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is really good. We have deployed a few Ubiquiti UniFi Switches in New Zealand, and they are a value for money. They are cheaper and stable, but if you have the budget, I would recommend Meraki switches."
"Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is one of the most cost-effective solutions in the market"
"Apart from the basic licensing costs, there are no additional charges attached to the product."
"The price is good, and it doesn't require additional licenses."
"I rate the pricing an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."
"I feel that the price of this solution is definitely reasonable compared to all of the others."
"The price is very low and a good approach for a smaller company, with 10 to 15 people."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
13%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
7%
Construction Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business46
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise1
 

Questions from the Community

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.
What is your primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
The primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches is for network purposes, including SaaS services.
Which switches are better - Ubiquiti Unifi or Netgear?
Ubiquiti Unifi offers a great set of features. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and also doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfi...
Which are better - Ubiquiti UniFi switches or MikroTik routers and switches?
Ubiquiti Unifi is a great solution. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfigure an AP or ga...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ubiquiti UniFi Switches?
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are cost-effective, offering similar performance and features as higher-priced alternatives like Cisco or Ruckus.
 

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UniFi Switches
 

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Sample Customers

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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