Juniper MX Series Routers vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch comparison

Juniper MX Series Routers vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch

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Categories and Ranking

Juniper MX Series Routers

Ranking in Routers

3rd

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

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

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Ethernet Switches (19th)

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Routers category, the mindshare of Juniper MX Series Routers is 12.8%, up from 10.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 7.7%, down from 8.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Routers

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Kushtrim Arifi

Engineering Executive at Telos Labs

Highly scalable, especially suitable for complex and large-scale network deployments

The "Commit" feature stands out. When you try to commit commands, you have some options like sandbox config, leaving those temporary for 60 seconds. This feature allows you to commit configuration changes to the candidate configuration, and then review them for errors before committing them to the active configuration. Another feature that I like is the integration with Cisco routers. This allows you to connect Juniper MX routers to Cisco routers and have them work together seamlessly. We never have interoperability issues.

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Anthony Quarshie

Chief Executive Officer at Ganjtech Integrated Solutions

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…

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Juniper MX Series Routers are easy to configure and easy to back up."

"We are able to easily build chassis with Juniper MX Series Routers."

"The most valuable feature is the capacity of the throughput for the firewall."

"It is very stable and scalable."

"It is a very stable product."

"I would rate the stability a ten out of ten. We never had any issues."

"The stability of Juniper is better than Cisco's."

"The solution's main features are its security and ease of use."

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"It is user-friendly, reliable, and cheap."

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

"The initial setup is easy."

"A valuable aspect is its user-friendly configuration, making it accessible even for individuals with basic technical knowledge."

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

"Some of the most valuable features are the simplicity, cost, usability, and power. As a package, it's extremely effective."

"The technical support for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is superb."

"It's a well-rounded solution for routing."

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Cons

"The web interface can be improved."

"While it is challenging to pinpoint specific areas for enhancement, there is room for better support and updates for Ansible."

"One thing that the product can do better is clustering. Rather than just having two of them, it would help if there was one cluster to extend to more notes in the cluster itself."

"Finding market expertise is hard."

"The only thing that might need improvement would be the occasional downtime."

"Juniper have addressed issues with the MX204, but it still has a limited number of interfaces. Ideally, it should support up to twenty or twenty-four interfaces to better serve smaller service providers. Additionally, the MX304 doesn't support subscriber management, also known as BNG, which I believe should be included."

"The price of this solution should be improved."

"Enhancing the capacity would be a welcome improvement."

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"In medium to large sectors, there's a necessity for managing aspects like proxy firewalls."

"The bulk efficiencies and the control of traffic could be a bit better."

"MikroTik needs to add some features like IPS, mail security, or antivirus, et cetera."

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

"The port isolation and VLAN need to be improved."

"Technical support could be better."

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

"Antispam and antivirus features should be included in the future."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing of Juniper MX Series Routers is okay compared to other technologies."

"An additional license can be purchased for support of a next-generation firewall."

"We have to pay for the device and licensing. The support service requires additional costs."

"The price of this solution is better than other competitors, such as Cisco. We receive a lot of discounts which make the price less expensive and attractive."

"I would rate the pricing model a seven out of ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive. It is not cheap."

"I would rate it around a three. While I'm not deeply involved in pricing discussions, I believe it is comparatively more affordable than Cisco."

"$300 to $400 is the hardware cost and for licensing cost, it may be around, for support and all, $100 per year."

"The solution is more expensive compared to other solutions."

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"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."

"The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."

"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."

"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."

"The price is competitive."

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

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

13%

Financial Services Firm

University

Computer Software Company

15%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Educational Organization

Healthcare Company

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Juniper MX Series Routers?

For the Juniper MX Series Routers, it plays a crucial role in our network. They offer numerous features, enabling multiple connections and handling various reports. The routers efficiently manage ...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Juniper MX Series Routers?

I would rate it around a three. While I'm not deeply involved in pricing discussions, I believe it is comparatively more affordable than Cisco.

What needs improvement with Juniper MX Series Routers?

Currently, I don't have specific concerns or ideas for improvement. Regarding functionalities, I appreciate the user interface of Juniper Elite. Additionally, I'm exploring the use of Juniper Route...

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

The Python solution pricing is on the lower side.

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. ...

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Also Known As

Juniper Enterprise Routers, MX Series

MikroTik CRS Series

Overview

Juniper MX Series Routers are a reliable and flexible which is primarily used for its router capabilities and as an execution router. It is commonly used in projects as a system integrator and for routing the network of universities. With features such as Layered VPNs, IPsec, VPLS, and firewall filters, the solution offers high protection and ease of use.

The routers are capable and scalable, and can be integrated as an event solution. The solution has helped organizations by serving as the first layer of defense. Additionally, Juniper routers are preferred over Cisco due to their better performance and services.

Juniper

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.

MikroTik

Sample Customers

AARNet Pty Ltd, Allegro Networks, Atlantech Online, Availity, Baloise Insurance, Black Lotus, CATV, Blue Box

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Juniper MX Series Routers vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch