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Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secu...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
6th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
48
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
12th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is 4.8%, down from 6.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Uri Harf - PeerSpot reviewer
Integration with cloud management simplifies network expansion
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is expensive, and this initial cost can be a barrier, especially for new businesses setting up from scratch. Although the machine is robust and lasts for years with rare technical issues, the initial price can be high. Sometimes, I have to offer alternatives like Aruba or HP, which might be cheaper.
Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
Cost-effective performance enhanced by security features with easy configurations
I mainly use Huawei Switches and also work with Huawei Wireless. I deal with both Huawei and Cisco Switches, and I find Huawei to be more cost-effective Huawei has helped to save costs and is cost-effective, which also helps save time for the company. The performance of Huawei is good, and it…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"One of the most feature-packed switching solutions you can implement."
"The software is very stable."
"It is a cheap and secure solution. The job switching and security features are better than other solutions."
"The integration with the whole platform, so there's one dashboard for everything. It is one of the most valuable features."
"You can hook all the other components to be monitored. You can create policies and block certain people from accessing the Internet."
"Stability and scalability for this product are very good. Setup is easy and deployment can be completed within minutes. The technical support for Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is good."
"The solution is very simple, and it's very easily available."
"The centralization of control is highly beneficial."
"The performance of Huawei is good, and it provides security capabilities."
"The velocity of the process is the most valuable feature."
"They have the ability, since they have a very big R&D team, to create an upgrade for any feature or patch very easily."
"It is pretty straightforward to set up."
"It is a stable product. I rate it a nine out of ten...It is a scalable solution."
"The Huawei switches are stable, easy to set up, and cheap."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches offer very competitive and aggressive product pricing compared to other brands."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
 

Cons

"The central management needs improvement. The initial setup could be easier."
"The product's end-user protection feature needs improvement."
"I don't like the way it's managed."
"They could provide integration with Fortinet Authenticator."
"It is always nice when something is cheaper."
"The reporting capabilities should be included."
"The solution could provide an active VPN."
"Renewing the annual licenses for Secure the Switch FortiSwitch can be cumbersome, especially considering the relatively high cost of Fortinet licenses."
"The configuration is very difficult even for someone who is already familiar with the configuration process."
"The solution needs to be more user-friendly."
"The company needs to provide more on hand training on the product."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are scalable but can be improved."
"There are some support issues."
"The product’s pricing needs improvement. It could be more stable as well."
"The technical support is technically savvy, but the communication via English is not so easy."
"Possibly more advanced features could need improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is expensive but overall the cost makes sense."
"Licensing is billed annually and contracts are either one or three years in length."
"It's affordable compared to other switching products, like Cisco switches."
"The cost appears to be high in comparison to other competing products although with this product you are paying for what you get."
"We signed up for a three-year license for support and replacement."
"The product is costly for SMB customers compared to other brands available in the market."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch is a pricey solution."
"The product pricing seems to be mid-range."
"I would say that the product is cost-effective."
"The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very competitively priced, almost 4 out of 10.However, the low price point may sometimes raise concerns about quality for some companies."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"Huawei comes with a lot of features out of the box that you have to pay extra for with other products. They do charge extra in the licensing for certain additional features."
"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
"From the initial purchase, you will pay for a license and you do not need to pay for a license again. The price depends on the size of the infrastructure."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Educational Organization
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

Which would you choose - Fortinet Fortiswitch secure access or Cisco Ethernet Switches?
We researched Cisco but ultimately chose Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access, mostly because of the price. Fortinet FortiSwitch is an ethernet switch solution that provides security and performance...
What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
With FortiSwitch, you can easily identify who is connected to each port, disable ports as needed, and retrieve configurations from FortiGate when required.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
The initial cost of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is high compared to other options. Although robust and rarely needs replacement, it can be overqualified for some jobs, which affects the re...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei Ethernet Switches offer very competitive and aggressive product pricing compared to other brands.
What needs improvement with Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion.
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
Newcastle University, Jingyang District of Deyang City in Sichuan Province, Southwest China, Glasgow Rangers Soccer Team, RMIT, Insurance Industry Association of Zhejiang Province, China, APT Satellite Holdings Limited (APT)
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