D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Ubiquiti UniFi Switches comparison

 

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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
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
47
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 Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is 5.2%, down from 8.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
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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.
DP
Feb 27, 2024
With a straightforward setup phase in place, it is also easy to use
The product improved our company's network performance, considering the web interface and the cloud management side that the tool provides, which allows us to keep track and have a glance at the power usage of various switches, including PoE switches and the other switches that fall under Ubiquiti. In our company, the tool allows us to see the power delivery of the switches from different ports across multiple units. The tour also allows our company to manage any drop in the performance of the switches and to see if there is any power drainage in the switches. In our company, the product allows us to look at these switches that need rebooting. You can get a combined interface of the switches and access points on the same portal, allowing you to get a better overview of your network. The most valuable aspect of the product for network management stems from the web interface that the solution provides, along with the ability it provides to help users with the quick management of what goes on in their networks while being able to see the performance offered by each port. The product also helps users to see the speed and the connections on the ports in their environment. The cloud management area helps users to see and provide a visual overview of the number of switches and ports in their environments. The PoE capability of the product has impacted our company's deployment of devices in a good way since it allows you to see which port has been used while being able to see what needs to be delivered and what are the power requirements. The product provides information if our company is low on power or over-utilizing switches. Our company's experience with the interface and configuration tools provided by the product has been good since the solution provides visibility and is easy to use. With the product, you can do the SSH command line and use the visual GUI offered by the tool, which makes it an overall handy solution to use. I recommend the product to those who plan to use it. The product is straightforward, easy to use, and fairly reliable. I rate the overall tool a seven out of ten.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Its integration is the most valuable."
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."
"The solution is scalable."
"It is very stable and reliable."
"These switches are simple and easy to configure."
"It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary."
"The product is simple to manage."
"There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage."
"The product's initial setup phase is very straightforward."
"The solution’s scalability is good."
"The most valuable feature of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is that once you buy them, you own them."
"The product is seamless and robust."
"It is a very scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"The GUI interface is very easy to use and the Linux-based command-line interface is also good."
"It is very easy to deploy. The deployment time for a single device is a near instant."
"The performance is good. They also have good prices."
 

Cons

"The availability could be improved."
"We have issues with the stability."
"They need to enhance stability."
"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 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."
"The technical support needs a lot of improvement."
"There is room for improvement in terms of stability."
"The solution could be cheaper."
"I would recommend changing the solution to a recognized one, such as Check Point or Fortinet."
"One of the downsides of the solution stems from the limited warranty that it offers to users."
"The product needs to improve its pricing."
"The management of this product needs to be improved."
"The stability and installation could be improved."
"I would like to see the pricing improved."
"There is currently an issue with supply of switches which needs to be sorted out."
"In the next release, it would be beneficial to include a face recognition feature for door access control to enhance security and user convenience."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
"The solution is budget-friendly"
"It has a good return on investment. It has indeed saved us resources significantly."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
"It is an affordable solution."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"Ubiquiti is one of the cheapest WiFi network providers that provide a very good WiFi network, which is monitored and deployable. The price is very fair for the technology they're offering."
"It's around $179 a device."
"The price of this product is cheap."
"There are no licensing fees; you just purchase it and run it."
"Ubiquiti switches are quite affordable and you don't have to pay extra for support."
"Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is one of the most cost-effective solutions in the market"
"Apart from the basic licensing costs, there are no additional charges attached to the product."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Healthcare Company
7%
Computer Software Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Retailer
7%
Government
6%
 

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.
Which switches are better - Ubiquiti Unifi or Netgear?
Ubiquiti Unifi offers a great set of features. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and also doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfi...
Which are better - Ubiquiti UniFi switches or MikroTik routers and switches?
Ubiquiti Unifi is a great solution. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfigure an AP or ga...
What do you like most about Ubiquiti UniFi Switches?
We have integrated the tool for PoE switches and non-PoE switches. Its most valuable feature is SD-WAN. UniFi SD-WAN can access all statistics and performance data in one interface, enabling us to...
 

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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
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