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Aruba Instant On Switches vs ExtremeSwitching comparison

Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Extreme are both solutions in the LAN Switching category. Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.2, while Extreme is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.8. Hewlett Packard Enterprise holds a 10.2% mindshare in LS, compared to Extreme’s 6.2% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Extreme users who would recommend it.
Aruba Instant On Switches
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Executive SummaryUpdated on Apr 6, 2025

ExtremeSwitching and Aruba Instant On Switches compete in the small and medium-sized market. ExtremeSwitching has the upper hand in terms of extensive features and stability, while Aruba is superior in affordability and user-friendliness.

Features: ExtremeSwitching offers features such as ease of use, unique ring topology protocol, and deep packet inspection. Its fabric technology and cloud management are highly valued. Aruba Instant On excels with stackable models, centralized management, and ease of deployment and configuration.

Room for Improvement: ExtremeSwitching needs improvement in training resources, pricing strategy, and hardware pricing. Aruba Instant On could enhance their startup speed, Layer 3 features, and scalability, along with more AI functionalities and integrations.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtremeSwitching, primarily on-premises, is noted for good but improvable customer service and a need for better training resources. Aruba Instant On is versatile in deployment and offers effective technical support with a straightforward setup, albeit needing enhanced support accessibility.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeSwitching is mid-range, more affordable than Cisco but pricier than HP, with fair total ownership costs and ROI seen over multiple years. Aruba Instant On is cost-effective, often cheaper than high-tier brands like Cisco, appealing to budget-sensitive buyers with strong affordability and value.

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Instant On Switches
Ranking in LAN Switching
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
ExtremeSwitching
Ranking in LAN Switching
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
Data Center Networking (6th), AV Over IP Switching (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the LAN Switching category, the mindshare of Aruba Instant On Switches is 10.2%, up from 9.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ExtremeSwitching is 6.2%, up from 5.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

MashukThakur - PeerSpot reviewer
A centrally managed switches ideal for small and medium businesses but does not have any console access
The solution does not have any console access. For example, if you do not have internet access on your side and you need to configure anything, you should at least have CLI access to do something or manage the solution to put to some IP. It will only work if we have a TSCT on the network. We can port and configure the initial settings before we get the Instant On Switches. I am not working deeply on Instant On devices. I have only installed it in a couple of accommodation sites. Even today, one customer has ordered to install 80 pieces of Instant On. I’ve to order additional 94 access points. I was confused about whether to go with Aruba Instant On or AP-505. Instant On has limited accessibility but AP-505 have cloud or local access on normal infrastructure. This would be better and easier to configure. So, there are further improvements in regard to console access and some limitations with access.
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MURALI NIDAMANURI - PeerSpot reviewer
Outstanding performance with minimal maintenance and intuitive configuration
Our primary use case for ExtremeSwitching is for costing, access networking, routing, and meeting network requirements. We have sold it in defense, government, and IT industries ExtremeSwitching significantly adds value to customers because maintenance is minimal. Once the network is set up,…
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Setup is easy."
"The product's initial setup phase is very simple."
"The simplicity of the tool's GUI is good."
"The solution's pricing is slightly cheaper than that of Cisco."
"The online monitoring tool and the configuration of the application with the tool are valuable features."
"The solution is suitable for small businesses and small offices."
"We use Aruba Instant On Switches for general communication, sending files, and going to the internet."
"The dashboard for clients is very nice."
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"The unique ring topology is actually a handy innovation."
"The performance of ExtremeSwitching is good."
"The solution has inspection firewalls that can do a deep packet inspection on a port basis."
"The solution excels in configuration and other aspects. It offers reliability and performance."
"The return on investment is high."
"The price is low compared to the competition."
"The solution can scale."
"They are good. We have been using them for about two years, and we are satisfied with their performance. For our network environment, these switches are working fine."
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Cons

"The product must be integrated with Aruba Central for better management."
"Some customers have made complaints about Aruba Instant On Switches' stability."
"They should extend the marketing and talk about Aruba's success stories throughout the region."
"The price has room for improvement."
"If Aruba can provide guidance on features through sessions or explanations, it would be helpful. We have to search and work online."
"Some models need enhancement of the web interface to make management and monitoring easier."
"We are interested in acquiring a firewall that provides a comprehensive solution. In other words, we're seeking a firewall that encompasses multiple aspects, such as exceptional switches and active phone functionalities."
"The solution’s GUI should be improved a bit."
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"ExtremeSwitching hardware lacks flexibility compared to some other options."
"ExtremeSwitching is scalable to a certain extent for SME-segmented IP."
"ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes."
"ExtremeSwitching should provide command lines more readily without needing in-depth searching on their support portal, especially for unique configurations."
"We noticed over the years that the price of the Extreme Switches has been rising and this will become a concern in the future."
"The pricing of the universal switches is an area of concern that needs to be improved."
"The solution lacks a cyber asset attack capability."
"There are latency issues that need to be addressed."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product has good pricing."
"The solution is the cheapest A-class switch."
"If one is very bad, and ten is a very good price, I rate the tool's price as a six."
"Aruba Instant On Switches is not expensive."
"It is an expensive solution."
"We pay an annual licensing fee."
"The product is not cheaply priced, especially when compared to the other vendors in the market."
"The pricing is quite low compared to other products, which is good for the customer."
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"There is no license required to use the solution. The hardware controller is expensive, and this is why I prefer controlling ExtremeSwitching on the cloud."
"The pricing and licensing are good with the cloud."
"On pricing, ExtremeSwitches are going to beat most of the major competition."
"The product is expensive."
"It is not a subscription-based model, and there is no licensing concept. We have to pay for hardware AMC. We have hardware on our premises and for the hardware support, we have to go for the annual maintenance contract with the partner."
"There is a cost for ExtremeSwitching and if you want the support and maintenance, there are additional costs. My clients typically pay for the support and maintenance annually."
"We paid 25,000 to 30,000 INR."
"ExtremeSwitching offers very good pricing plans for their licenses. Compared to their rivals, ExtremeSwitching's prices are very affordable and reasonable. This is why our customers are happy to pay for their service critical support. ExtremeSwitching also offers a great portal to track clients, further satisfying our customers. They are always happy to pay for the service every month. The pricing is very reasonable."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
8%
University
6%
Manufacturing Company
18%
Computer Software Company
13%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Aruba Instant On Switches?
The solution has a simple deployment and zero border.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Instant On Switches?
I think the pricing for the switches is reasonable.
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What needs improvement with Aruba Instant On Switches?
I have run into a couple of problems with the switches. Recently, one of the newer stacks stopped working and had to be rebooted individually. They don't have a lot of diagnostics tools, which coul...
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What do you like most about ExtremeSwitching?
The product offers a single management platform for multiple models of switches. The tool also allows users to manage multiple sites from a single dashboard.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeSwitching?
ExtremeSwitching is priced in the mid-range, not too expensive nor too cheap.
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What needs improvement with ExtremeSwitching?
ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes.
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Also Known As

Aruba Instant On 1930 Switches
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Overview

The Aruba Instant On 1930 switches features advanced, smart-managed, fixed configuration Gigabit switches designed for small businesses that are easy-to-deploy and affordable. They’re made to handle today’s bandwidth-heavy applications like voice and video conferencing, enabling consistent connectivity to enhance performance. Using either the Instant On mobile app or the cloud-based web portal, you can quickly set up, monitor and manage the 1930 switch series from anywhere at any time. What’s more, up to 30 W PoE power delivery is available out-of-the-box for your class 4 PoE devices, like access points, surveillance cameras and VoIP phones, all easily managed from the same platform.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise
ExtremeSwitching is the family of products comprising different switch types: Modular (X8 and 8000 series [formerly BlackDiamond] and S and K series switches); Stackable (X-series and A, B, C, and 7100 series switches); Standalone (SSA, X430, and D, 200, 800, and ISW series); and Mobile Backhaul (E4G). ExtremeSwitching work from Edge Switching that ensures the performance and reliable operation of end-user devices and applications including port density, bandwidth, and network services to Aggregation / Core Switches is designed for the demanding needs of aggregation, top-of-rack and campus core environments, these switches deliver 10Gb, 40Gb and even 100Gb bandwidth with maximum throughput and reliability.
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Sample Customers

KEMET, Vestavia Hills City Schools, Dropbox
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