NetGear switches have a lot to offer. They have high availability, zero-downtime stacking, L2 and L3 functionality, and are AV-over-IP ready. NetGear switches also have a command line interface and web-based remote management (GUI). It includes up to 100G speed, PoE with budget options, IGMP & Multicast, advanced security (including ACLs, Auto Denial of Service, and LACP). In my opinion, NetGear is energy efficient, and the fact that they offer 24/7 support is very valuable to me. They also offer a lifetime warranty, which gives me peace of mind. NetGear switches are scalable and are easily sourced. They are also simple to manage.
On the other hand, Cisco ethernet switches combine a lot of great features that would be expected of a top-of-the-line wired enterprise network switch with wireless network functionality. Like NetGear, Cisco has high availability, zero downtime, the same L2 and L3 functionality, and can also support up to 100G of speed. Additionally, it offers similar PoE with budgeting to NetGear and is stackable. Cisco routers also have a built-in operating system which allows for a greater degree of configuration, aiding its deployment. Cisco ethernet switches have multicast and AV bridging, provide industry-leading security, and are highly flexible with open APIs, and cloud driven. Whatsmore, Cisco DNA software subscription options allow you to conduct simplified management and maintenance. Cisco is a very stable and scalable solution for businesses of all sizes. Although the cost can be prohibitive, the quality of service is outstanding and you end up saving money in other ways because the switches don’t need to be replaced very often and can last quite a long time.
Conclusion: In comparison to NetGear, I think Cisco’s quality, support, and flexibility are unrivaled even though NetGear appears to provide what seems to be some excellent alternatives at attractive price points. Personally, I believe that for enterprise network applications, Cisco delivers a fantastic ROI and therefore was ultimately the best choice for me.
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That's the kind of a question that needs another question for an answer!
What is the project? How much is the budget?
Cisco doesn't have a small business solution, at least not one of "easy to afford", and all the equipment in that brand have the same issue no matter the purpose of the project. It's expensive if you made only price comparison, " but " they keep the leadership in all quality chart´s or at least its a top 3
As to Netgear, I don't know about enterprise solutions by them. Maybe they exist but I don't know them. For an IT professional guy that means something because if they are not recognized for that kind of solution it's because they are not yet in that league. So I think yet they are for really different purposes
A solution like UniFi from Ubiquiti or Meraki from Cisco are good proves of business and/or pro solutions, so where is Netgear in that market?
Also, we need to take notes about the really cheap equipment for small businesses or home needs from Netgear. Those are good products, and from Ubiquiti and Cisco those brands don't have that market
So, it's hard to choose without more info but if I should pick one of them I probably take Cisco. "Cisco IOS Dominates the world".
Cisco Ethernet Switches and NETGEAR Switches both compete in the network hardware category, with Cisco excelling in features for large enterprises and NETGEAR appealing to budget-conscious smaller businesses. Cisco takes the upper hand in advanced enterprise features, while NETGEAR leads in affordability and ease of use.Features: Cisco Ethernet Switches come with advanced features such as a power-saving architecture, MACSec layer-2 encryption, and StackPower, which boosts power efficiency....
NetGear switches have a lot to offer. They have high availability, zero-downtime stacking, L2 and L3 functionality, and are AV-over-IP ready. NetGear switches also have a command line interface and web-based remote management (GUI). It includes up to 100G speed, PoE with budget options, IGMP & Multicast, advanced security (including ACLs, Auto Denial of Service, and LACP). In my opinion, NetGear is energy efficient, and the fact that they offer 24/7 support is very valuable to me. They also offer a lifetime warranty, which gives me peace of mind. NetGear switches are scalable and are easily sourced. They are also simple to manage.
On the other hand, Cisco ethernet switches combine a lot of great features that would be expected of a top-of-the-line wired enterprise network switch with wireless network functionality. Like NetGear, Cisco has high availability, zero downtime, the same L2 and L3 functionality, and can also support up to 100G of speed. Additionally, it offers similar PoE with budgeting to NetGear and is stackable. Cisco routers also have a built-in operating system which allows for a greater degree of configuration, aiding its deployment. Cisco ethernet switches have multicast and AV bridging, provide industry-leading security, and are highly flexible with open APIs, and cloud driven. Whatsmore, Cisco DNA software subscription options allow you to conduct simplified management and maintenance. Cisco is a very stable and scalable solution for businesses of all sizes. Although the cost can be prohibitive, the quality of service is outstanding and you end up saving money in other ways because the switches don’t need to be replaced very often and can last quite a long time.
Conclusion:
In comparison to NetGear, I think Cisco’s quality, support, and flexibility are unrivaled even though NetGear appears to provide what seems to be some excellent alternatives at attractive price points. Personally, I believe that for enterprise network applications, Cisco delivers a fantastic ROI and therefore was ultimately the best choice for me.
That's the kind of a question that needs another question for an answer!
What is the project?
How much is the budget?
Cisco doesn't have a small business solution, at least not one of "easy to afford", and all the equipment in that brand have the same issue no matter the purpose of the project. It's expensive if you made only price comparison, " but " they keep the leadership in all quality chart´s or at least its a top 3
As to Netgear, I don't know about enterprise solutions by them. Maybe they exist but I don't know them. For an IT professional guy that means something because if they are not recognized for that kind of solution it's because they are not yet in that league. So I think yet they are for really different purposes
A solution like UniFi from Ubiquiti or Meraki from Cisco are good proves of business and/or pro solutions, so where is Netgear in that market?
Also, we need to take notes about the really cheap equipment for small businesses or home needs from Netgear. Those are good products, and from Ubiquiti and Cisco those brands don't have that market
So, it's hard to choose without more info but if I should pick one of them I probably take Cisco. "Cisco IOS Dominates the world".