D-Link Ethernet Switches vs HPE Ethernet Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

D-Link Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
13th
Average Rating
7.8
Number of Reviews
24
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
11th
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
96
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 7.2%, up from 4.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Ethernet Switches is 2.3%, down from 2.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
Unique Categories:
No other categories found
No other categories found
 

Featured Reviews

MichaelNdwiga - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 20, 2024
Enhanced network efficiency through features and demonstrate minimal downtime
One of the issues is the range of their products. They need to increase it. For example, if I want a 12-port switch that is fully managed, it's not easy to find. So, I have to opt for a 24-port switch that is fully managed, which might not be necessary as I only need 12 ports. So if they could increase the range of the switches in regards to the features, and the number of ports, that would be beneficial. So, that's the only potential improvement. The switches are perfect otherwise. Ideally, I'd like to see a central management system included as part of their license, not as a separate purchase. Currently, we have to manage switches independently. A central portal for managing all switches and providing visibility would be great.
MS
May 7, 2024
Allows to monitor all the switches online so we can see what is happening and offers good security features
One use case was using the Wi-Fi switches to integrate with Broadcom X security. They integrate well, and we haven't had any issues We use tools to monitor all the switches online so we can see what is happening. So, it improved the data center operations. HPE Ethernet Switches have good security…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage."
"D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches."
"It is a stable solution."
"It is very stable and reliable."
"The solution is easy to use."
"The tool's fault frequency is very less."
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"I like that these switches are reliable, and the support is good."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is its stability."
"I'm a power user, so reliability is crucial. The HPE equipment hasn't failed on me, unlike some other brands like Huawei, which I find more sensitive."
"Switching to HPE Ethernet Switches greatly improved our network. We used to have both Cisco and HPE Ethernet Switches. Our network performance has increased by 300 percent."
"The solution is scalable."
"It's stable. We never have any issues."
"The performance is great."
"The speed is very fast."
 

Cons

"The D-Link Ethernet Switches have to be replaced because they are difficult to manage and security is poor. They should add centralized manageability to make the solution better, it will allow administrators to better know what is happening on the network."
"It should be more stable, and it should have good integration with the cloud. It should support configuration, supervision, and control through the cloud."
"The availability could be improved."
"This solution is not good for distribution at the core."
"There is room for improvement in terms of stability."
"They need to have some more high-end switches."
"Its security features need improvement."
"The technical support needs a lot of improvement."
"There could be features for ransomware attack detection and enhanced anomaly detection to identify and mitigate anonymous traffic."
"The solution's throughput should be increased because we often get stuck when it comes to IPTV streaming."
"This solution needs to support software-defined networking."
"Some users might look for high-speed switching like Cisco or Nexus switches, which can handle larger volumes. HPE's current offerings aren't as robust in that area, but they could improve."
"The installation can be quite complex. However, that may not be the fault of HP and is rather more related to the way our infrastructure is arranged."
"It's gone up in price in the last 12 months."
"They should release more updates for the solution."
"The next release would benefit from adding a central management that could be deployable on premise and allow you to see the layout of topology."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It has a good return on investment. It has indeed saved us resources significantly."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."
"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
"It is an affordable solution."
"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
"All the solutions have a license for the QSFP. Additionally, there is a one-time license fee to increase the interface speed."
"There are no licensing costs for this solution."
"The price is fair."
"I like HPE switches because you get a perpetual license with the hardware. The initial cost is about the same as other switches, but it starts beating the competitors after three or four years because you don't have to pay for additional annual licensing costs."
"The licensing cost is yearly, and there aren't any additional costs on top of the standard fee."
"The tool's pricing is very cheap."
"We need to pay when we buy the switch. We pay for a license to use the software, but it is not required."
"The price could be more competitive."
report
Use our free recommendation engine to learn which Ethernet Switches solutions are best for your needs.
787,779 professionals have used our research since 2012.
 

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Healthcare Company
7%
Computer Software Company
21%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

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 D-Link Ethernet Switches?
D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for D-Link Ethernet Switches?
The product is cheaper than Cisco. I rate the solution’s pricing a six out of ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive.
What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
Subscription is okay for me. I take a three-year subscription. My contract is three years.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
I would like to see more updates for the solution.
 

Also Known As

No data available
HP Ethernet Switches
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

George Mason University, Somerville House, Hiperwall, New Brunswick School District 16, The Fulcrum Group, Bremond Independent School District, University of Texas Health Science Center, Grand Canyon Skywalk, SUN Area Career & Technology Center, Abington Senior High School
Emirates Palace Hotel
Find out what your peers are saying about D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. HPE Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
787,779 professionals have used our research since 2012.