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22,483 views|19,109 comparisons
98% willing to recommend
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4,432 views|4,131 comparisons
93% willing to recommend
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We performed a comparison between Aruba Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Pros
"The most valuable feature of Aruba Switches is its performance.""The most valuable feature is the switches are reliable and replaced for free if anything goes wrong.""It's stable.""We didn't experience any stability or scalability issues until now with Aruba Switches""It is slightly more price effective than Juniper and it has a slightly larger range.""The most valuable feature is that it's very easy to configure.""We like that it is very easy to manage the product through the cloud.""Aruba Central is very valuable to us."

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"The product's stacking technology is stable and works well.""These are the basic access layer switches used for connectivity among users, and they are cost-effective.""We were able to onboard HPE Ethernet Switches easily to the cloud. It was fast and took only five minutes to complete.""These switches are very stable, to date I have not experienced any issues.""The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability.""We use HPE Ethernet Switches to provide solutions for the hotel, their guests, and IPTV.""I like that HPE's management functions are GUI-based, so it doesn't rely on command lines.""What I like the most is the management system integrated with the HP system."

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Cons
"The delivery time for this product is slow and is something that needs to be improved.""I would like to see easier learning and configuration from previous switch deployments.""The port flexibility on the 54 series, specifically the 5406 for core usage, could be improved. When I want to upgrade to 10G, I don't have many options to choose from.""I don't think there is much to improve. I have seen that Aruba releases the patches on time, and it keeps upgrading the firmware. I have configured this device on an active basis. I don't think I have any bad reviews about the device's overall performance. In the next release, I would like Aruba to incorporate wireless controllers and build them into the chassis.If we can integrate a wireless module, we can have a segment dedicated to wireless infrastructure.""I would like to see them integrate a monitoring solution.""My experience with Aruba's account manager hasn't been the greatest.""There is room for improvement in the customer service and support team.""Aruba Switches could improve the monitoring and increase the scope of their online portal to cover cloud and on-premise deployments."

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"There is a limitation of capability.""Installation could be made more secure.""Configuration can be complex.""We would always be happier if the price were reduced.""It would be ideal if the product offered more security.""We have had some rare occasions with glitches, so the stability can be improved.""When we have a lot of clients on the system, we lose signal and have to restart our antenna.""It is not very stable."

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  • "The license is annual. If you purchase a switch, you get a one-year free subscription."
  • "The price of these switches is high."
  • "Comparing with Cisco, and some other solutions, it's a cheap product."
  • "The price for Aruba is quite a bit cheaper than it is for similar products by Cisco."
  • "It is expensive compared to the competition."
  • "There are no licensing costs for the Aruba Switches."
  • "The price point was a big consideration for us and it is reasonable enough that we're able to standardize on Aruba for the networking pieces in our organization."
  • "This is an expensive product, costing about double what most competitors do."
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  • "There are free software updates and there is a lifetime warranty for a few of the switch series."
  • "Licensing fees are on a yearly basis."
  • "This is not an expensive solution."
  • "This is an expensive product."
  • "There are no licensing costs for this solution."
  • "The pricing is very good."
  • "The price is fair."
  • "They are affordable and less expensive than Cisco. Their price was the decider at the time."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Aruba lives up to the expectations of the tech giant hewlett packard enterprise providing excellent networking capabilities at a very affordable price compared to the equivalent from another tech… more »
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    Ranking
    2nd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    22,483
    Comparisons
    19,109
    Reviews
    31
    Average Words per Review
    406
    Rating
    8.4
    10th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    4,432
    Comparisons
    4,131
    Reviews
    27
    Average Words per Review
    370
    Rating
    8.2
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    8400 Series, 8320 Series, 5400R Series, 3810 Series, 2930M Series, 2930F Series, 2920 Series, 2540 Series, 2530 Series
    HP Ethernet Switches
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    Overview

    Aruba Switches is a network creation solution that enables users to easily manage every aspect of their networks.

    Benefits of Aruba Switches

    Some of the benefits of using Aruba switches include:

    • Easily access and manage every aspect of your networks. Aruba Switches give users a way to control their networks from a centralized location. The simplified control center can be accessed through both the cloud and on-premises devices. Intuitively view and manage every portion of your networks. You will be able to both analyze and control every device and client in the network while at the same time conserving resources for the areas of greatest concern.
    • Troubleshoot and upgrade your networks quickly and efficiently. Aruba Switches give users network visibility in real-time. It combines this with powerful analytics software that allow for the prediction, prevention, and resolution of issues. This allows administrators to act before their systems suffer serious harm. Additionally, Aruba Switches allow systems to maintain a high level of performance even during upgrading.
    • Automatically enact uniform system-wide changes. Aruba Switches gives users the ability to set their systems to automatically reconfigure when changes are necessary. Users are empowered to ensure that their systems run smoothly without worrying that there are parts of their network that are out of sync, reserving manpower and time for more pressing needs.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Aruba Switches are cutting-edge network creation tools that stand out among their competitors for a number of reasons. Two major ones are the warranty that guarantees them and the intuitive way in which they are designed. Aruba Switches are protected by lifetime warranties. If a switch malfunctions or is rendered inoperable, it can be quickly replaced. If the line of switches are still available, HPE will send the user the necessary replacement. Aruba Switches are built to be intuitive for users to customize and manipulate. This allows users to make full use of the solution without requiring them to devote a significant level of resources to training.

    The head of technical support at a real estate law firm writes, “One valuable feature about HP is the warranty. All switches are very similar when it comes to most functionalities. Most switches provide a one-year warranty, but with HPE switches, if there's a unit that malfunctions, we call them and they replace it the next business day if that line is still available. We had a switch we reported the other day, it was a 25-10, which we procured way back, around 2014, and they replaced it. In general, HP provides a lot of support for its products. We will be doing some tinkering on the VLAN soon, first the layer two, and then connecting the layer three functionalities for some other departments. The advantage of Aruba compared to other switches is their reliability. If the product is trustworthy, I'll continue to use it.”

    A network systems engineer at a financial services firm writes, “Their technical support is great. I have used Cisco products, and as compared to Cisco, Aruba's command-line syntax is not as complex. The command-line interface of Aruba switches is quite intuitive. It also has a graphical user interface. With Cisco, using the graphical user interface for configuration can be complex, whereas Aruba simplifies it, and you can easily use the graphical user interface. The configuration is secured. Their graphical user interface is quite robust.”

    HP has created the most open, integrated and software-defined networking portfolio and ecosystem of its kind – driving simplification with networks that understand, adapt to and protect your business applications in real-time. Only HP extends the momentum of software-defined networking everywhere–from the mobile edge to the heart of data centers.

    Sample Customers
    Purdue University
    Emirates Palace Hotel
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Educational Organization18%
    Comms Service Provider18%
    Manufacturing Company11%
    Computer Software Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Government8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Educational Organization7%
    REVIEWERS
    Healthcare Company8%
    University6%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company21%
    Government8%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Educational Organization5%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business51%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise26%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business31%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise50%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business51%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise46%
    Buyer's Guide
    Aruba Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Aruba Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Aruba Switches is ranked 2nd in Ethernet Switches with 70 reviews while HPE Ethernet Switches is ranked 10th in Ethernet Switches with 96 reviews. Aruba Switches is rated 8.4, while HPE Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Aruba Switches writes "As a managed service provider, it's important to have a solution that can manage everything from one console". On the other hand, the top reviewer of HPE Ethernet Switches writes "Allows to monitor all the switches online so we can see what is happening and offers good security features ". Aruba Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, Meraki MS Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches, whereas HPE Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches. See our Aruba Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches report.

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