The solution is used in certain districts and airports in my country.
Systems and support engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Offers uses with a simple-to-use GUI
Pros and Cons
- "The simplicity of the tool's GUI is good."
- "The difficulty with the tool is in the area of troubleshooting."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution is its GUI. The simplicity of the tool's GUI is good.
What needs improvement?
The difficulty with the tool is in the area of troubleshooting. The problem that we have in our company is that the switches don't get connected properly.
In the future, I want to see AI in the tool.
The tool's pricing part can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Aruba Instant On Switches for five years.
Buyer's Guide
Aruba Instant On Switches
December 2025
Learn what your peers think about Aruba Instant On Switches. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: December 2025.
879,259 professionals have used our research since 2012.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Stability-wise, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability-wise, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
Four people in my company use the tool.
I deal with six clients who use the tool. The clients I deal with are large businesses.
How are customer service and support?
The solution's technical support has been helpful. I don't have to reach out to the support team much. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I also work with Fortinet's switches. I also have experience with Extreme Networks switches. I use Cisco's switches. I use Aruba Instant On Switches since my team needs it.
How was the initial setup?
Our company needed some support for the product's initial setup phase.
The solution is deployed on the cloud and on an on-premises model. I use Azure's private cloud services.
The solution can be deployed in around twenty minutes.
What about the implementation team?
My company's technical team consists of nine people who take care of the product's installation phase. There are two engineers and the others are technicians.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
If one is very bad, and ten is a very good price, I rate the tool's price as a six.
What other advice do I have?
There is a need to maintain the tool once on a quarterly basis. I maintain the tool by myself and with the help of another company.
The tool helps with AI-driven projects by defining if there is a problem in the product.
I recommend the tool to others.
Aruba provides access points and switches for all our projects.
As there are better products than Aurba in the market, I rate the tool a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
System engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
An affordable and easy to deploy solution for small businesses
Pros and Cons
- "The online monitoring tool and the configuration of the application with the tool are valuable features."
- "In the next version, they should add a firewall from a single source."
What is our primary use case?
The solution is ideal for small and medium sized enterprises.
What is most valuable?
The online monitoring tool and the configuration of the application with the tool are valuable features.
What needs improvement?
In the next version, they should add a firewall from a single source.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is very stable. I rate the stability a ten out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
You cannot work from your mobile application. You don't have a Command One interface to do the old stuff. For data centers or different solutions, you have many more features and more capabilities. I rate the scalability a seven out of ten.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support team is good.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I previously used UniFi. With UniFi, you need to have a controller in the cell phone on your devices. Once you do have the controller, you cannot access it, and you will have to troubleshoot. You need more control and this may be more complicated.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward. The deployment takes six to fifteen minutes.
What other advice do I have?
I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. partner
Buyer's Guide
Aruba Instant On Switches
December 2025
Learn what your peers think about Aruba Instant On Switches. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: December 2025.
879,259 professionals have used our research since 2012.
Project Manager, PMP at a manufacturing company with 11-50 employees
A simple and cost-efficient product that needs to provide better scalability options to its customers
Pros and Cons
- "The cost and simplicity of the product are its most valuable features."
- "It is not a very scalable solution."
What is our primary use case?
In my company, I use Aruba Instant On Switches to manage enterprise connectivity.
What is most valuable?
The cost and simplicity of the product are its most valuable features.
What needs improvement?
The product's drawbacks are limited. Aruba Instant On Switches doesn't provide my company with the flexibility that we were expecting from it. The scalability of the product is also limited, because of which we cannot install it on a large scale in our company. In my company, we cannot manage Aruba Instant On Switches in a very easy manner, making the overall tool a little bit complicated to set up and run. The aforementioned areas can be considered for improvement in the solution.
In the future, I would like to see Aruba Instant On Switches with some AI features that can help run and operate the network while also helping its users spot any issues and fix them.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Aruba Instant On Switches for a year and a half. Since Aruba's support contract covers my company, we always get the upgraded and latest version of the solution.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable solution, but it doesn't meet the standards we expect in our company. It is a simple product to use. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is not a very scalable solution. Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a six out of ten.
Around 70 people in diverse roles, including executive to system technicians, use the solution in my company.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
My company has worked with products from Cisco, like two years ago. My company chose Aruba Instant On Switches over Cisco due to cost-related reasons.
How was the initial setup?
The solution is deployed on a private cloud, and my company uses the cloud service provided by AWS.
What other advice do I have?
The maintenance part of the solution is taken care of by a system integrator from Aruba's partner.
The product's shortcomings limit the operations of the daily work in our company. Shortly, my company plans to look at other products in the market.
Customers need to consider the drawbacks of Aruba Instant On Switches before buying it.
I rate the overall solution a six and a half out of ten. To be more precise, I rate the overall solution a six out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Pre-Sales Engineer (Network & Security) at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
The solution provides GUI control, making it particularly suitable for SMBs and SOHO networks
Pros and Cons
- "The solution provides GUI control, making it particularly suitable for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and small office/home office (SOHO) networks."
- "The solution’s GUI should be improved a bit."
What is our primary use case?
We work with various types of switches, including the Aruba 8000 series, 6000 series, 2000 series, and 3000 series, depending on the specific requirements of our customers. We adapt our solutions to meet each customer's unique needs rather than focusing on a single model or type. Customers can easily manage, control, and monitor the solution via Aruba GUI.
What is most valuable?
The solution provides GUI control, making it particularly suitable for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and small office/home office (SOHO) networks. However, for larger enterprise-level organizations, it is recommended to consider Aruba's industrial-grade products.
What needs improvement?
The solution’s GUI should be improved a bit. Nowadays, nobody wants to use CLI (command-line interface). Nobody wants to type a command because they don't have the time to remember it. Hence, they prefer to use GUI products.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Aruba Instant On Switches for the past six months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
There was only one instance with a stability issue. Aruba Instant On Switches have limitations and aren't suitable for enterprise-level needs. This can result in functionality issues, power-related problems, and other challenges. We tried to tackle the challenge. However, when we required help, our service engineers contacted customer support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Before Aruba Instant On Switches, I worked with other products. Since I love technology, I learn about all types of technological products, including all types of switches.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is very easy.
What about the implementation team?
Our team of engineers are responsible for the installation of the solution.
What other advice do I have?
With respect to GUI, Aruba Instant On Switches has competitors in Cisco, D-Link, and NETGEAR.
Overall, I rate Aruba Instant On Switches a nine out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Cost-effective solution with reasonable features and visibility
Pros and Cons
- "Instant On Switches' best feature is the 1930, which is stackable."
- "Instant On Switches' layer 3 and visibility could be improved."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use Instant On Switches for basic networking.
What is most valuable?
Instant On Switches' best feature is the 1930, which is stackable.
What needs improvement?
Instant On Switches' layer 3 and visibility could be improved. In the next release, Instant On Switches should include a bulk configuration feature for selecting multiple interfaces at the same time.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been working with Instant On Switches for over two years.
How are customer service and support?
Aruba's technical support is good and responsive.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is seamless, and deployment takes between ten and fifteen minutes.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The license for Instant On Switches is free.
What other advice do I have?
Instant On Switches is a cost-effective solution with reasonable features and visibility. I would rate it eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
IT Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Access list and cloud capabilities enable secure management across multiple sites
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features I find in Aruba Instant On switches include the access list and VLANs, along with other features such as security and cloud capabilities."
- "Some models need enhancement of the web interface to make management and monitoring easier."
What is our primary use case?
I am using Aruba switches primarily for security, more than one site, stability, and reliability.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features I find in Aruba Instant On switches include the access list and VLANs, along with other features such as security and cloud capabilities. The creation of multi-VLANs, access list between VLANs, control, management, and the easy monitoring of switches make it a reliable choice for my organization.
What needs improvement?
Some models need enhancement of the web interface to make management and monitoring easier. I would appreciate a single interface to manage all network switches from one dashboard.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with Aruba switches for more than two or three years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is very stable to use and very reliable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability is a concern. We need to change the model if we want scalability since some models cannot cover all needs in future plans.
How are customer service and support?
HP's technical support is very good in terms of response time and quality. However, the support can depend on the company partner. I deal with a big partner in Egypt, which affects the support quality.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We previously used HP switches and moved to Aruba switches since we changed our infrastructure to HCI.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup for Aruba switches was simple compared to Cisco and other vendors.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I compared Aruba with Cisco, Juniper, and Fortinet. For Fortinet, I considered the FortiSwitch.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Aruba Instant On switches an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
HPE-Aruba Solution Architect at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
Is easy to deploy and configure, but the tracking needs improvement
Pros and Cons
- "It is easy for deployment and configuration."
- "Tracking with instant switches needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
It is used for small and medium-sized businesses.
What is most valuable?
It is easy for deployment and configuration.
What needs improvement?
Tracking with instant switches needs improvement.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Aruba Instant On Switches for eight years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a highly stable solution. I rate the stability a ten out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is scalable solution. I rate the scalability a ten out of ten.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward. The deployment takes five minutes time. I rate the setup a ten out of ten.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is cheap.
What other advice do I have?
Aruba Switches are easy to configure and very stable. I rate the overall solution a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Presales Engineer at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
A highly stable and easy-to-deploy product that is suitable for small businesses and small offices
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is suitable for small businesses and small offices."
- "The product must be integrated with Aruba Central for better management."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution in hotels that do not need switches with high capacity.
What is most valuable?
The solution is suitable for small businesses and small offices. It has good features.
What needs improvement?
The product must be integrated with Aruba Central for better management.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the solution for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The tool is very stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The tool is scalable. We work with small offices and businesses that do not need high-capacity switches and do not have a lot of data traffic. The customer provides the switches and access points. Our implementation team takes not more than two days.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is very easy. The management is also easy. The deployment takes a few seconds. We just need the internet and the serial number of the device to deploy the product. The devices are on-premise, and the service is on the cloud.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
Buyer's Guide
Download our free Aruba Instant On Switches Report and get advice and tips from experienced pros
sharing their opinions.
Updated: December 2025
Product Categories
LAN SwitchingPopular Comparisons
NETGEAR Switches
Cisco Catalyst Switches
Cisco Nexus
HPE ProCurve
Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch LAN Switches
Dell PowerSwitch N-Series
Buyer's Guide
Download our free Aruba Instant On Switches Report and get advice and tips from experienced pros
sharing their opinions.
Quick Links
Learn More: Questions:
- When evaluating LAN Switching, what aspect do you think is the most important to look for?
- Compatibility between Dell PowerConnect 6224 and Cisco SG500x (L3 switches)
- What are your recommended Layer 2 and Layer 3 network switches if the main consideration is performance?
- Does anyone have statistics on how often a fire occurs in a computer room?
- What LAN switching solution do you recommend?
- Managed vs Unmanaged Switches: What should a business take into account when choosing?
- Does FiberHome S6800 switch support bi-directional SFP modules and how to enable them?
- Can someone please help me with Fiberhome 40G S6800 Switches?
- Why is LAN Switching important for companies?









