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Big Switch Networks vs Megaport comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Big Switch Networks
Ranking in Software Defined Networking (SDN)
9th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.6
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Network Packet Broker (NPB) (5th)
Megaport
Ranking in Software Defined Networking (SDN)
7th
Average Rating
7.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.6
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Software Defined Networking (SDN) category, the mindshare of Big Switch Networks is 4.1%, up from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Megaport is 3.1%, up from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Software Defined Networking (SDN)
 

Featured Reviews

Jason Best - PeerSpot reviewer
A flexible solution that can be integrated with third-party solutions whilst maintaining its automated nature
I think if I was to say something that could be improved, it would be a multi-data center nature of the implementation. Meaning, having an active-active data center with multiple entrance-exit points. I think that feature could be improved to provide a kind of anycast gateway solution into the functionality that would make it a lot more flexible and versatile. Maybe also making the solution a bit more like the NSX-T from VMware, more on the logical part of the solution, like micro-segmentation and the ability to have a distributed firewall across the whole solution, to implement it in an easier way than they currently do with the security aspect of the solution.
HimanshuGupta2 - PeerSpot reviewer
Streamlined connectivity offers flexibility but requires enhanced visibility
We are a reseller of products and provide services and products to our end customers, using solutions like Megaport.  Depending on the customer requirements, we sometimes need to combine different solutions or rely on our in-house capabilities Megaport simplifies the connectivity process. It…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"What I liked about the solution is the quick and easy way you can build a network data center fabric."
"The pricing model of Megaport is appealing, along with its flexibility in providing connectivity to end customers."
 

Cons

"I think if I was to say something that could be improved, it would be a multi-data center nature of the implementation."
"There are no notable complaints from customers regarding Megaport, and there hasn't been any identified need for improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The licensing cost depends on the number of switches that are going to be licensed to run the software."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
15%
Computer Software Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
University
10%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Comms Service Provider
15%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Insurance Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Megaport?
The pricing model is one of the features I personally like about Megaport.
What needs improvement with Megaport?
There are no notable complaints from customers regarding Megaport, and there hasn't been any identified need for improvement.
What is your primary use case for Megaport?
We are a reseller of products and provide services and products to our end customers, using solutions like Megaport. Depending on the customer requirements, we sometimes need to combine different s...
 

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Sample Customers

A10 Networks, Edge-Core Networks, Blue Coat Systems, BlueData, Broadcom Corporation, Canonical, Check Point Software Technologies, Citrix, Dell, FireEye, Garland, Hortonworks, Mirantis, Nexenta, Riverbed
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