Cisco Catalyst Switches vs Luxul Switches comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Cisco Catalyst Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
8th
Ranking in AV Over IP Switching
1st
Average Rating
8.6
Number of Reviews
171
Ranking in other categories
LAN Switching (1st), Data Center Networking (1st)
Luxul Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
26th
Ranking in AV Over IP Switching
4th
Average Rating
6.0
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Catalyst Switches is 0.9%, down from 3.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 0.5%, down from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
Unique Categories:
LAN Switching
29.7%
Data Center Networking
20.2%
AV Over IP Switching
9.5%
 

Featured Reviews

Arif-Kundi - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 27, 2024
Reliable platform with easy-to-access console
Our primary use case for Cisco Catalyst Switches for campus-wide local area networks. We have configured it to power and support LAN nodes and facilitate separate VPNs, terminating routers for secure remote communication The platform significantly improved our organization by addressing latency…
PK
Apr 1, 2021
Greatly simplifies troubleshooting; remote access to the router is a huge time saver
Our primary use case is for internal network distribution and for supplying voiceover IP. It depends on customer requirements but usually it's easier to set up voiceover IP, ePoE from the switch. The routers, such as XWR-3150, can support two different location access points, which is very…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I've had no problems with the stability of this solution."
"I like the management of streaming both audio and video."
"They don't ever fail and they have a long service life."
"The solution is durable."
"The warranty and continued firmware support are most valuable."
"One main feature with Cisco is you know you are going to get a very good switching infrastructure that is secure."
"The operating system is great."
"It is a pretty good product. I don't see a problem with this product. Cisco Catalyst Switches fit the best for the type of systems that we deploy. Our customers usually are happy with Cisco equipment. Many partners and third parties have ordered this solution."
"The ePoE+ is great."
"The solution is less expensive than other options."
"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."
 

Cons

"The switches could be improved."
"In terms of what could be improved, more integration is the main thing they should be focused on."
"In an upcoming release, adding SD-WAN capabilities would be a big advantage for our company."
"The price is high and it should be improved."
"Cisco Catalyst Switches' pricing can be cheaper."
"The solution could improve by having a video IP feature."
"I can't use older Cisco devices with newer versions of the controller or switches. For example, if a switch was manufactured in 2014, I can't use it with a controller made in 2019. I have to change the switch so that I can upgrade my network or my devices. I don't have the option to update the version I have on the image of the AP or the controller."
"They need to simplify the Web GUI and make it easier to use, and more intuitive for the users."
"You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit."
"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."
"The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing of these devices can be better."
"We had to pay for the product’s licenses."
"I would rate the features-to-pricing ratio at six out of 10. My advice about licensing is that you should have a perpetual license, not one that is subscription-based."
"I rate the product price a nine on a scale of one to ten, where one is low price and ten is high price."
"Compared to the price of other solutions such as Huawei and HP, Cisco Catalyst Switches is a cheaper solution."
"The price is in an affordable range and everything is included."
"I cannot say that the pricing is reasonable because it's a little above our expectations. If we consider the recent price increases, it is not acceptable anymore."
"Cisco Catalyst Switches is a very expensive solution."
"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
54%
Computer Software Company
9%
Government
4%
Manufacturing Company
3%
Healthcare Company
9%
Computer Software Company
9%
Educational Organization
8%
Real Estate/Law Firm
7%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

Would you recommend replacing a Cisco Catalyst Switch by a D-link one?
Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the ...
What do you like most about Cisco Catalyst Switches?
We are a vendor for the healthcare sector, especially hospitals, and normally, we use a full Cisco solution for stability, especially for the stability of the Access Points and the security of swit...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Catalyst Switches?
I would rate the pricing a ten out of ten, with ten being expensive.
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Cisco Catalyst, Catalyst
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Sample Customers

Afni, Anilana Hotels and Resorts, Baylor Scott & White Health, Beachbody, Bellevue, Del Papa Distributing, Explorer Pipeline, Mindtree, Omaha World Herald, Radio 538, Sony Corporation, Telecom Italia, Telenor Arena
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