MikroTik Routers and Switches Reviews

We are primarily using the solution as both a router, and we are using this for a wireless access point. And, we use the VPN, which is really helpful too. 

We also use it to connect to other branches that we have, and other organizations that we have to be connected to for our company.

The initial setup isn't too hard. The deployment is quite easy and rather quick as well. 

The stability is good.

Technical support is excellent.

Troubleshooting can be complex.

Sometimes, we see some problems specifically around the upgrading of the software and framework. It's not the upgrading that's hard. It's the fact that there isn't enough space. Typically, if we find we have a lack of space we must upgrade and the issue goes away.

Scaling can be an issue.

The stability is quite good. It's the kind of solution I recommend to other people to use as we don't really have any issues with it and find it to be reliable. 

The product could be a little bit more scalable. The sizing and scaling depend on the device that you are going to buy. I'm going to say this is scalable, however, you do need to plan ahead. 

We have about 200 people using the solution currently.

At this point, we do not have plans to increase usage. If we do change, the biggest change will be to migrate from on-premises to the cloud. 

Technical support is phenomenal. They are extremely helpful and responsive. We are quite satisfied with the level of support we are able to receive. 

The initial setup isn't too difficult, however, the troubleshooting process can be a bit difficult. 

The deployment process is easy and it doesn't take too long.

We initiated the assistance of a consultant and they proved to be quite helpful. 

We pay a licensing fee on a yearly basis.

We're just a customer and an end-user.

We use multiple deployment models, including cloud and on-premises. 

I'd rate the solution at a seven out of ten. We're mostly happy with the product, however, there are areas of improvement that need to be addressed. 

I am not using them personally. I've installed these in high-end residences and a few offices. 

They have amazing speed and reliability, and they also provide value for money. They are pretty powerful.

They can improve the way the user interface is laid out. Their user interface is slightly geeky. There is more than one way to do the same thing in the user interface, and they need to work on that. 

They should also provide official training and webinars to help us understand all of its capabilities and to be able to set it up easily.

It would be good if it comes with included tech support.

I have been using this solution for about three years.

They have good reliability.

I don't need them because I can get someone to install these for me. 

Its initial setup is not very clear. There are multiple ways to do the same thing. 

They are very cheap and not at all expensive.

I would recommend this solution. My experience has been awesome. They have good reliability and speed. 

I would advise others to go for it, but I would recommend either going through quite a lot of training before using this or having an expert who knows everything about it. You require eight-hour training to fully understand the capabilities of this solution.

I would rate MikroTik Routers and Switches a nine out of ten.

I am a solution provider and I deploy this product for my customers. Primarily, it is used for last-mile access. When I deploy it in an enterprise environment, It is normally for bandwidth control.

The most valuable feature is its bandwidth management ability.

The routers that this vendor makes are quite small and I think that they should make their products such that they conform to what the industry is used to. Not that it matters from a technical perspective, but often, customers see the size of the router and they think that it is used for a small environment because of its size. They look at the router and because it doesn't look like the Huawei or Cisco models, they think that it is underpowered because of the size. If they changed the external look and feel of the products to match what the enterprise environment is used to, then it would be good. Again, in no way does it affect the performance. Rather, it's just the perception.

They should improve technical support and make direct access available to the customers.

I have been working with MikroTik Routers and Switches for approximately 15 years.

On a scale of one to five, I would rate stability a four.

This is a scalable solution. Although, if you deviate too much from your original device then you will need to change it. If, for example, the scope changes significantly from the initial setup, then you might have to change your device.

Essentially, if the change in scale is too large then you might need to also scale your device accordingly.

Technical support is not very good, as it is usually done through third-parties. You don't have direct access to MikroTik themselves. Most of the support we get is through forums.

I also work with similar products from Juniper, Cisco, and Huawei.

The initial setup is complex and you need to have a deep understanding in order to deploy it. The time it takes to deploy will depend on what you're configuring, in terms of what technologies. Typically, if it's just for connectivity, in usually 20 to 30 minutes you should be able to get MikroTik up and running. But, if it's compliance and other things then it may take a while longer.

The pricing is very reasonable and is one of the main selling points for MikroTik devices.

My advice for anybody who is implementing MikroTik Routers is to make sure that they have the requisite toolsets onboard to manage the devices so that they don't run into problems. Otherwise, it is a good and inexpensive product to use.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

We manage wide area networks for our clients nationwide. We run a data center and provide internet services. We use MikroTik for our network operation centers. We also manage WiFi for hospitalities and a lot of multi-dwelling units. 

We have experience in deploying MikroTik, NETGEAR, and HP products.

They are very good at providing the bandwidth for multi-tenants and multi-dwelling units. We're managing WiFi hotspots for hundreds of locations, and the speed and performance are quite there. They also have very cheap 10G products that come with really good and flexible software.  

They are way cheaper than the top brands, and they're able to deliver the same performance and capabilities.

They lack the extended warranty for the equipment. They only provide a warranty for one year as compared to the other vendors who offer a warranty for three years, five years, and lifetime, etc.

I have been using this solution for about eight years. 

You need to learn how to use the software and run MikroTik Router OS or Switch OS. You have to be familiar with all these. If you're a network person, it's very easy for you to set it up. It is pretty much similar to setting up HPE, Juniper, Cisco, or NETGEAR. It's not for novice users. There's a learning curve.

Our team has to get trained and certified in MikroTik.

MikroTik is very cost-effective and quite good for the price. It performs very well.

For one of our customers, the existing setup comprises Cisco Catalyst switches, and it is about 10 to 15 years old. We're looking into upgrading in a cost-effective way to get the performance and yet still be at par with the quality and expectations that customers have from Cisco.

Price-wise, Cisco is really expensive, and customers are expecting something different than Cisco so that they can save on IT costs. They don't have the same budget that they had before when they installed Cisco products. That's why they're looking for a solution that can provide performance and features without too much money or investment. We're looking at some alternative brands, such as NETGEAR and MikroTik, to support our proposal.

I would rate this solution a nine out of ten for the reliability and the performance that you get out of it. I wouldn't rate it a ten because of the warranty limitation. 

There is also a learning curve to be able to successfully manage it, but once you do that, it's going to work wonders. It's also not that expensive.

We use the tool for internal Wi-Fi and to manage our Internet connection from the provider.

The tool is simple and reliable. The most valuable function for us is filtering. We can manage which connections users can and cannot make. This is important as our office has about 2,200 employees using the Internet. It provides benefits because it's available and simple. Our IT staff is familiar with it, making it easy to operate and manage.

The tool needs to add more tutorials and documentation for new functions. 

I have been using the product for 16 years. 

I rate MikroTik Routers and Switches' stability as nine out of ten. 

We support ourselves through YouTube. 

MikroTik Routers and Switches' have simple deployment. 

We did the deployment ourselves. 

MikroTik Routers and Switches' pricing is reasonable. 

I rate MikroTik Routers and Switches a nine out of ten. 

We use the product as a cybersecurity device. We use MikroTik Routers and Switches for a large client to provide them with services such as traffic shaping, firewalling, and categorization of internet access. This enables us to implement measures like blocking unwanted access

The tool's most valuable features are flexibility and configuration. It can be used in large setups. 

The solution is a complicated device. 

I have been using the product for 15 years. 

I rate the solution's stability an eight out of ten. 

MikroTik Routers and Switches is flexible and works well for small networks with a few users or large-scale setups with up to half a million users. Its adaptability allows it to handle different complexities in network configurations. I rate its scalability an eight out of ten. 

The tool's technical support is limited, requiring users to handle most issues themselves. It comes with a learning curve for the technical team.

Neutral

I rate the product's deployment a three out of ten. It can be completed in five minutes. I have a range of setups, from relatively small to enterprise-level ones. 

The product is cheap compared to Cisco. 

The solution is relatively cheap and scales well. However, products like ours come in to assist in expanding the capabilities, such as reporting and cybersecurity features like traffic shaping. These additional functionalities don't come naturally with the basic setup. The tool's logical management can be problematic, especially for enterprise networks, and that's where add-on products become necessary. I rate the overall solution a seven out of ten. 

We are a solution provider and we focus on integrating and monitoring critical infrastructure. We offer many products to our clients for Wi-Fi, switching, cabling, and monitoring. We also offer sensors and other devices in our portfolio. 

We implement MikroTik Routers and Switches for clients with remote offices.

Our clients in Bolivia have very basic security, so the firewall features provided by our solutions are helpful.

This product is very good in terms of bandwidth administration.

This product could offer better integration with VPNs. We have a SOC for network monitoring and all of our clients are connected to it. Through the SOC, we integrate our clients with our VPN.

The switching capabilities could be improved. These devices have a lot of potential but need to improve first.

We have been working with MikroTik Routers and Switches for approximately three years.

These routers and switches are very stable.

Scalability-wise, these products are good.

We use MikroTik products for small locations. We sometimes only put one or two devices in a location, depending on the industry and the bandwidth requirements.

We have between 60 and 65 devices installed with four clients.

We work with products from several vendors including Check Point, Extreme Networks, and occasionally Cisco.

I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.

We primarily use the solution for routing and switching. We deploy the system with Fortigate.

The pricing is very good.

It's a very flexible solution. I can't even imagine using other devices, like Fortigate, in the same way. It's much easier to use MicroTik.

It's great for small businesses or home offices. 

The user interface is not very good. The functionality is off. Sometimes it can be difficult. There are old manuals and documentation that need to be updated. 

We also use Fortigate. I find MicroTik easier to work with. 

The pricing is very reasonable. 

I'd rate the solution seven out of ten.

I've only had a little bit of experience with them.