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Juniper MX Series Routers vs MikroTik Routers and Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 7, 2025

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

Juniper MX Series Routers
Ranking in Routers
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
34
Ranking in other categories
Carrier Grade Network Address Translation (CGNAT) (1st)
MikroTik Routers and Switches
Ranking in Routers
1st
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
68
Ranking in other categories
Ethernet Switches (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Routers category, the mindshare of Juniper MX Series Routers is 13.0%, up from 12.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Routers and Switches is 23.4%, down from 28.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Routers Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
MikroTik Routers and Switches23.4%
Juniper MX Series Routers13.0%
Other63.6%
Routers
 

Featured Reviews

Patrick Anaku - PeerSpot reviewer
Performance excels with reliable uptime and robust features
The best features of Juniper MX Series Routers include their performance, which is quite good for us in terms of hardware performance. The Junos OS, the software, is stable, and we don't have many issues with the Juniper system itself. They have numerous features that allow us to deliver services, be it Layer 2 connectivity to customers, Layer 3 connectivity, data center connectivity, or even security features. Hardware performance has been a top-notch reason why we chose Juniper in the beginning, especially the MX series, which performs well in terms of network uptime and we don't encounter many failures. We have had a bad experience here and there with the ACX series, and their network performance is not so great compared to MX, so we have mostly done away with the ACX and only use MX at some of the core sites. I have seen a return on investment from the solution. Initially, we deployed MX80s on the network, and since our company has been in operation since 2006, from that point we used MX80s until around 2016 when we upgraded most of them to MX204s. From our experience, once we buy an MX204, we don't have issues with it; we have never had to replace an MX204 on the network. Once we deploy it, it works until we decide to upgrade the capacity. The return on investment is significant, as once we buy it, we have no worries about performance.
AnikIslam - PeerSpot reviewer
Cost-effective protocol support and a straightforward setup with room for login enhancements
In the network operations center, I manage our client's bandwidth. We connect with our clients through BGP and OSPF based on client demands. We also manage routing protocols, policies, internal firewalls, and other details like QE bandwidth, client manage bandwidth management, PoE, PPPoE, and DNS…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We are able to easily build chassis with Juniper MX Series Routers."
"The flexibility of the MPLS configuration is very good."
"I have found the most useful features to be layered VPNs, IPsec, VPLS, and firewall filters."
"The solution is stable."
"The product is easy to use."
"The stability of Juniper is better than Cisco's."
"I would say it is very user-friendly."
"On the SRX, the firewall is very easy to configure, especially when you want to filter out traffic."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches support every protocol, making them suitable for a wide range of routing policies."
"The radius and wireless features are the most valuable aspects of the solution."
"The cost and versatility are the solution's most valuable features. You can do anything with them if you know how to. The solution has a whole portfolio of routing features available."
"The best part about MikroTik Routers is the price."
"These routers and switches are very stable."
"It's great for small businesses or home offices."
"The routing is nice and straightforward."
"The tool's most valuable features are flexibility and configuration. It can be used in large setups."
 

Cons

"The only thing that might need improvement would be the occasional downtime."
"Finding market expertise is hard."
"The initial setup is not easy."
"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 Routers in a Parliament environment, particularly with Baragon, and so far, I find it to be a valuable feature. We're currently facing an issue as we're in the process of building and dealing with the software, specifically transitioning from R2 to RC. It's like when there is an update in the routers, and in the process, there are chances to end up losing some of your settings. The challenge arises because the recommended configurations for RC do not align with our features, necessitating a reevaluation of many features. It would have been more efficient if the initial recommendation had been for RC, avoiding the need to redo our research. This has resulted in a loss of time for us, and we've encountered this situation multiple times."
"In terms of improvement, I would like for it to effectively protect against the broadcast storms, multicast storms, and DDoS attacks."
"The solution needs to offer SDN features."
"The solution could improve reliability and it needs more functions."
"Enhancing the capacity would be a welcome improvement."
"The solution needs to be more robust. In case of power fluctuations, MikroTik routers are more vulnerable to malfunctioning."
"When we have a problem and reach out to MikroTik support, it's not very fast. Usually, you have to speak in English, so my technicians need to have strong English skills to communicate."
"We'd like for them to improve the UI and improve on speed."
"I would like to have the option of having multiple logins."
"The initial setup is a bit complex."
"As far as improvements, there are basically only two things I would suggest. First, I think they should provide extensive training for the new releases of products, especially in the LTE space. Second, they could spend more time ensuring that their OS releases are more stable, rather than waiting for things to fall apart on the customer's premises before they make the necessary changes."
"There is an area of improvement. The firewall features are self-contained, but features like email scanning and voice control should be improved. This is the best routing product."
"The solution needs to improve its security firewalls and mirror that of, for example, Sophos, or FortiGate."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have to pay for the device and licensing. The support service requires additional costs."
"The prices for Juniper MX Series Routers are reasonable."
"$300 to $400 is the hardware cost and for licensing cost, it may be around, for support and all, $100 per year."
"The pricing of Juniper MX Series Routers is okay compared to other technologies."
"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."
"There is a license for this solution and the price is very competitive. The cost is less expensive than some competitors, such as Cisco. There are additional costs for support licenses."
"An additional license can be purchased for support of a next-generation firewall."
"The solution is more expensive compared to other solutions."
"The tool offers a one-time buying option."
"They are very cheap and not at all expensive."
"The price-performance is great."
"In our company, we are using MikroTik without a license...However, we are planning to buy their services and subscriptions."
"The pricing is very reasonable and is one of the main selling points for MikroTik devices."
"There are not any external or hidden costs."
"This product is cheaper than competing products by other vendors."
"Here in Bangladesh, MikroTik Routers and Switches cost 90,000 Taka, or converting that figure to dollars is $1,000."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
University
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Comms Service Provider
17%
Computer Software Company
14%
Hospitality Company
6%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business43
Midsize Enterprise16
Large Enterprise9
 

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?
The areas of Juniper MX Series Routers that have room for improvement include the port count; for instance, the MX204 has only four 40G or 100G ports, which is quite limited. While I know there are...
How do Cisco Enterprise routers compare with Mikrotik routers and switches?
Cisco Enterprise Routers are very stable and easy to use. They offer a very solid performance and are very secure. They also have a very good, long lifespan. We feel the command configuration is ve...
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 do you like most about MikroTik Routers and Switches?
The price is a big factor. They are very affordable, and the quality is high.
 

Also Known As

Juniper Enterprise Routers, MX Series, Junos Address Aware
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Sample Customers

AARNet Pty Ltd, Allegro Networks, Atlantech Online, Availity, Baloise Insurance, Black Lotus, CATV, Blue Box
ABB, Boingo Wireless, JPL, HP, Allied Telesis, iPass, Mips Technologies, MicroAge, Matsushita, Telia, undp, WFP, NASA
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