Huawei Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Routers and Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
12th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
54
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
MikroTik Routers and Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
7th
Average Rating
7.8
Number of Reviews
62
Ranking in other categories
Routers (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.4%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Routers and Switches is 3.5%, down from 5.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
Unique Categories:
No other categories found
Routers
26.0%
 

Featured Reviews

Salim Hebada - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 6, 2023
Diverse range of switches with various capabilities and use cases
Huawei has a portfolio of switches for access, aggregation, and core layers. They offer various solutions for different use cases and meet the requirements of other projects. For example, we use Fort Knox cloud compass solution for cloud networking. Huawei switches come in small, medium, and large…
HM
Oct 27, 2022
Routers and switches that are easy to configure with applications, but it could be more stable and scalable
I configure and implement WiFi internet and wide area networks using MikroTik Routers and Switches. I also use it for connectivity with end-users and for implementing a firewall and routing protocols The switches Mikrotik have a good optimization with MSTP, they can interconnect with other brands…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution is stable and the performance is good."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches excel in compatibility with other brands, offering features to ensure seamless communication with existing protocols. This allows them to work alongside switches from different manufacturers, such as Cisco, by making adjustments on both ends for compatibility."
"It integrates well."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its very simple configuration."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"They have the ability, since they have a very big R&D team, to create an upgrade for any feature or patch very easily."
"They are very user-friendly. Handling Huawei is very easy."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches are stable"
"It's great for small businesses or home offices."
"MikroTik routers are very user-friendly and easy to manage"
"They use wireless and wired connections that include all of the features."
"The setup is easy."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches are good and easy to use."
"We've enjoyed the fact that it has very good performance."
"The MikroTik Hotspot is great."
 

Cons

"Huawei has a lot of issues; it's not in sync properly. For instance, if the ONT is down, there's another problem with another ONT that is not functioning correctly. Even after configuring the siding, I cannot reach some other side, and I don't know why it's happening."
"Dashboard could be improved."
"I didn't like the Huawei Switches because of the different versions resetting the configuration issue. Huawei doesn't support Layer 3 modes while TOE and ARP have some issues."
"In the future, incorporating AI features into Ethernet switches, particularly in the controller base, would be beneficial."
"The solution's marketing could be better. It spends money on marketing but doesn't highlight the most important features. Sometimes, it provides too much information, which can confuse customers."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"I would like to see some improvements in the access layer switch that is available in Aruba."
"Devices should have the ability to configure more easily."
"In the Israeli market, we are in need of Hebrew support."
"The solution needs to be more robust. In case of power fluctuations, MikroTik routers are more vulnerable to malfunctioning."
"There needs to be better support for this solution in India. We have no local support."
"I would like to see some content filtering with MikroTik Routers and Switches."
"I would like to see a cluster feature added, where multiple devices can be configured and managed as one. One is in a standby state while the other is active, and if one fails then the other takes over."
"There is an area of improvement. The firewall features are self-contained, but features like email scanning and voice control should be improved. This is the best routing product."
"I would like to have the option of having multiple logins."
"They can improve the way the user interface is laid out. Their user interface is slightly geeky. There is more than one way to do the same thing in the user interface, and they need to work on that."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The initial setup is straightforward."
"This is an affordable solution."
"The licensing costs depend on the negotiations that a user has with Huawei...There is a need to make some additional payments apart from the licensing costs attached to the solution."
"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 Ethernet Switches are cheap and cost around ten dollars."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."
"We only pay one-off instead of paying recurring license fees."
"The tool is cheap."
"The tool has a low price."
"The solution is not expensive."
"They are very cheap and not at all expensive."
"MikroTik's equipment is very cheap compared to Cisco and Huawei."
"This product is a one-time purchase."
"When we purchase MikroTik devices, a certain level of the license is included in the price."
"The pricing of the solution is significantly lower than other solutions. There are no additional costs involved."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Computer Software Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Media Company
6%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei Ethernet Switches are available at a competitive market price. Competitor solutions from Cisco, Aruba and Juniper almost have a similar price point to Huawei Ethernet Switches.
What needs improvement with Huawei Ethernet Switches?
The solution's marketing could be better. It spends money on marketing but doesn't highlight the most important features. Sometimes, it provides too much information, which can confuse customers.
How do Cisco Enterprise routers compare with Mikrotik routers and switches?
Cisco Enterprise Routers are very stable and easy to use. They offer a very solid performance and are very secure. They also have a very good, long lifespan. We feel the command configuration is ve...
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 MikroTik Routers and Switches?
The price is a big factor. They are very affordable, and the quality is high.
 

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Sample Customers

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)
ABB, Boingo Wireless, JPL, HP, Allied Telesis, iPass, Mips Technologies, MicroAge, Matsushita, Telia, undp, WFP, NASA
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