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Arista Networks Platform vs Extreme VDX [EOL] comparison

Arista and Extreme Networks are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. Additionally, 100% of Arista users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Extreme Networks users who would recommend it.
Arista Networks Platform
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Extreme VDX [EOL]
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    100% willing to recommend
     

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    Categories and Ranking

    Arista Networks Platform
    Average Rating
    8.6
    Reviews Sentiment
    7.3
    Number of Reviews
    27
    Ranking in other categories
    Ethernet Switches (14th), Data Center Networking (5th)
    Extreme VDX [EOL]
    Average Rating
    8.6
    Reviews Sentiment
    7.5
    Number of Reviews
    3
    Ranking in other categories
    No ranking in other categories
     

    Featured Reviews

    MarekSzafrański - PeerSpot reviewer
    Affordable for enterprise-sized companies
    Speaking about whether the product enhanced our company's data center scalability, I would say that it was a solution that was used in a banking company, where it served as a replacement for Cisco. Though Arista Networks Platform is similar to Cisco IOS CLI, I feel that the former product offers better prices compared to the latter tool. Arista Networks Platform office is more efficient at a lower cost. I recommend the product to those who plan to use it. The tool is stable and cheaper than Cisco. I would say that Arista Networks Platform is 100 percent compatible with the existing infrastructure in my company. The impact of the tool's network telemetry on our company's troubleshooting practices was just good for the scope for which I need the product. I rate the overall tool a nine out of ten.
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    Osama Ahmed LUBBAD - PeerSpot reviewer
    A stable, scalable, and problem-free solution
    Software needs to be updated regularly in order to maintain security and performance. However, in some cases, it is necessary to stack switches in order to meet the needs of the network. Although Cisco switches are able to stack, other switches are not as simple to stack. I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands.
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    We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
     

    Pros

    "The product's initial setup phase was straightforward."
    "They support open standard features."
    "The solution is scalable."
    "Arista Networks Platform has a feature that helps with monitoring and management."
    "I like the spine as a leaf model and low latency. The hardware is robust and meets expected latency in all environments, mainly if you belong to the media or trading industry. For multicast-based solutions, Arista is number one."
    "It's an extremely reliable platform for the network switches we use."
    "If someone uses Arista Networks Platform, I believe they are secured."
    "The most valuable features of Arista include low latency, scalability, and sustainability of the products."
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    "Its simplicity and web interface were most valuable. I also liked the two-factor authentication."
    "The most valuable feature of Extreme VDX is that we have had no problems and the solution's performance is excellent."
    "The fabric of the solution and the management aspect are the solution's most valuable features."
     

    Cons

    "In my opinion, the solution for network monitoring is quite expensive."
    "Currently, Arista is too costly for its customers."
    "My company does face issues in terms of interoperability when it comes to the product, making it an area that needs to be fixed."
    "The CVP management platform needs to be improved."
    "A smoother transition between ISPs during failover would improve the user experience by reducing unnecessary notifications and interruptions."
    "The solution is a bit pricey."
    "From VMware, I think the cost of the tools is very high."
    "The solution needs to improve their product range."
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    "Its scalability can be better. If possible, it can have Hyper POE. I am not sure if there is a fiber version."
    "I would like the ability to stack with different switch brands."
    "The only problem is that at the moment it's an Extreme product and Extreme is not really pushing it. They have to make up for weak innovation and I'm not sure if they want to do that."
     

    Pricing and Cost Advice

    "It is pretty pricey for a networking platform. It is on par with Cisco."
    "Specific tools definitely require a license for the subscription. But we are not using these tools in our environment. In terms of licensing, you need to spend approximately $10,000 per month."
    "Arista Networks Platform was cheaper than Cisco. I have heard that the product is affordable for enterprise-sized companies."
    "I remember that when our customers were offered the Arista Networks Platform, they used a checklist to compare the prices between Arista and Cisco for their requirements, and found that the prices were almost the same."
    "Arista is very expensive. Not everybody is in a position to spend $70,000 to $80,000 for one switch."
    "If one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the product price as seven out of ten."
    "Cost wise, Arista Networks Platform is more expensive than other networking solutions."
    "There is an annual license required to use the Arista Networks Platform."
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    "It was around $1500 a year. It is cheaper than Cisco but more expensive than Ruckus."
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    Top Industries

    By visitors reading reviews
    Computer Software Company
    11%
    Manufacturing Company
    10%
    Financial Services Firm
    10%
    University
    6%
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    Company Size

    By reviewers
    Large Enterprise
    Midsize Enterprise
    Small Business
    By reviewers
    Company SizeCount
    Small Business11
    Midsize Enterprise4
    Large Enterprise12
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    Questions from the Community

    What do you like most about Arista Networks Platform?
    Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Arista Networks Platform?
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    What needs improvement with Arista Networks Platform?
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    Also Known As

    7000 Series
    VDX, Brocade VDX
     

    Overview

    Arista Networks Platform is a stable and reliable solution for data center features, specifically for non-blocking switches used for spine-leaf connectivity with servers hooked to these switches. It also provides multi-layer switches for client networks, particularly in the banking sector. 

    Arista products are preferred for their stability, good hardware, ease of adoption and configuration, responsive and helpful support, and high throughput ratings. The solution has helped prevent screen loss and business outages in the media industry and is designed for next-generation data centers.

    Arista
    Brocade VDX Switches support Layer 2 and Layer 3 fabrics with open standards and extensive scalability to deliver high performance, capacity, and reliability for data center spine and leaf deployments. It includes the following products: Brocade VDX 6740 SWITCHES, Brocade VDX 6940 SWITCH and Brocade VDX 8770 SWITCH.
    Extreme Networks
     

    Sample Customers

    American Internet Services
    Niagra Falls Bridge Commission, Medien System Partner, CDE Lightband, MaximumASP
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