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Aruba Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
1st
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.2
Number of Reviews
88
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
14th
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 September 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Aruba Switches is 8.8%, down from 9.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, down from 3.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Aruba Switches8.8%
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.2%
Other88.0%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Aneesh K - PeerSpot reviewer
IT Solution Analyst II at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
Has supported dynamic user segmentation and centralized management across campus networks
The best features of Aruba Switches are their stability and reliability. Hardware failures are rare because the switches have been running for years, and it is uncommon to encounter hardware issues or impacting bugs. From an operational perspective, Aruba Switches are stable and easy to configure through centralized management solutions. Initially managed through AirWave and now through Central, the configuration can be managed easily with audit records and visibility to switch health and other parameters. Another advantage is that Aruba Switches work seamlessly with ClearPass as a NAC server. This integration allows for dynamic policies, dynamic downloadable user roles, and enables seamless segmentation of users for network security. The real-time analytics provided by Aruba Switches for network efficiency are valuable when needed. All information visible in the analytics dashboard is truly helpful. With Aruba Central's migration to AI capability, additional value is being provided, offering more information and making troubleshooting easier with user-friendly features where you can search for anything and receive relevant results.
Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
Deputy Director at NITDA
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

"Aruba has an advantage over their competitors because they specialize in delivery, which means they don't have the long delivery times that Cisco and others quote."
"We didn't experience any stability or scalability issues until now with Aruba Switches"
"There is a limited lifetime warranty with the switches, so if we have any problems, the switch is replaced very quickly."
"The solution is easy to use and quick to deploy."
"Having all that visibility is where the true return on investment is going to come."
"The solution's most valuable aspect is its monitoring capabilities; it works great for our organization."
"I like that I can cloud-manage my network, which is useful because I have multiple offices, and it is a stable product that we can scale as needed."
"They are easy to configure and integrate well with the Aruba ecosystem."
"The velocity of the process is the most valuable feature."
"For small shops and IT businesses, this solution comes at an affordable price point."
"My advice for anybody who is considering this product is not to be afraid of it, just because Huawei is not a true American brand."
"In terms of the most valuable features, LAN switching is more comfortable and valuable in the network. It is easy to configure and easy to deploy. It is helpful for the installation and it is easy to troubleshoot issues. It's an easy product to understand. It's a good solution."
"Scalability is quite good."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are both scalable and stable."
"The functionality is basically the same as Cisco."
"The Huawei switches are stable, easy to set up, and cheap."
 

Cons

"We would like to see centralized, cloud-based management."
"Aruba's management suite has some room for improvement."
"There is room for improvement in the pricing because the Aruba Central licenses add a high cost."
"It would be good if I could get a 24-port, 10 gig module."
"Replacement could be automated."
"I am forced to consider changing products because other solutions have a better dashboard and a user-friendly interface."
"Aruba Switches could improve the monitoring and increase the scope of their online portal to cover cloud and on-premise deployments."
"Aruba's switches are older so I'd like to see more upgrades. The newer ones may have that built-in. The product could be more user-friendly."
"There could be improvements in Huawei, such as adding features that Cisco has and Huawei currently lacks."
"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."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"I have issues with the support's communication language. The tool's UI can be better."
"Certain regulatory issues in a lot of countries cause limitations ."
"I would like to see some improvements in the access layer switch that is available in Aruba."
"The web interface is poor, it could be improved."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of these switches is high."
"There are no licensing costs for the Aruba Switches."
"It is expensive compared to the competition."
"The pricing is perfect."
"I don't know the exact cost of the licensing, but based on what I have heard from my sales team, Aruba is affordable. Aruba switches are cheaper than the switches from Cisco and other vendors."
"Aruba's switches are priced lower than Cisco's by about 30%."
"Cisco has a higher cost than Aruba Switches."
"I am paying for the hardware and Aruba Central licenses, but I would like a version of Aruba Central to come out with a light version with a few features turned off. Ubiquiti and other vendors have free tools. I believe they're looking at that, but it's not out yet. I hope they will release that to make it competitive because I'm using an enterprise-class switch for small businesses. We're looking for some of those capabilities, but not all of them."
"The solution's pricing is in the middle, but you will be charged when you upgrade the tenant."
"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 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."
"We only pay one-off instead of paying recurring license fees."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
11%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Construction Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Construction Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business50
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise22
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Switches?
In terms of pricing for Aruba Switches, I would rate it a five. They are quite expensive devices.
What needs improvement with Aruba Switches?
Technology is constantly advancing, and although more security is always needed, our networks are still old, so we mostly need to modernize our installations. Regarding integration capabilities, th...
What is your primary use case for Aruba Switches?
Aruba Switches are used in our organization for a straightforward purpose. We started with the HP line, and when Aruba came into the picture, we began using them for our network infrastructure. The...
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.
What is your primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
The primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches is for network purposes, including SaaS services.
 

Also Known As

8400 Series, 8320 Series, 5400R Series, 3810 Series, 2930M Series, 2930F Series, 2920 Series, 2540 Series, 2530 Series
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Purdue University
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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