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We performed a comparison between Broadcom StrataXGS and Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from."

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"The solution is certainly scalable.""The campus switches and access switches are the most valuable and simple to deploy for Virtual Chassis.""It is a scalable solution.""The GUI interface distinguishes it from other vendors and makes it easy to operate.""The most valuable feature is the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).""I like the simplicity of it.""It is stable.""In terms of performance, Juniper switches have a more user-friendly interface and more features than Cisco products."

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Cons
"The support could improve."

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"One potential drawback of the Juniper EX Series has been that those without experience using a command-line interface (CLI) may find it intimidating. However, Junos is working on improving this by offering tools, such as Juniper Mist with Wired Assurance and Apstra. Additionally, the graphical user interface (GUI) could be improved as it has been considered lackluster across the board in Junos.""We are not very pleased with their performance.""Wireless and monitoring definitely could be improved.""We need to start seeing some kind of AI to assist with some of what we really want to accomplish from a policy standpoint to achieve better efficiency.""The only issue that we have with Juniper Ethernet Switches is the firmware because it is not stable.""In an upcoming release, Juniper Ethernet Switches could improve by having more microservices.""You need to make a few local configurations to work with the solution. We have faced issues with the tool's stability.""The solution is a bit costly compared to other products."

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  • "The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive."
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  • "Support prices and licensing scheme need to be improved to allow some features to be purchased at lower costs, for example, RPM​."
  • "We purchased the box for a one-time charge, and we are paying a yearly support fee of several hundred Euros."
  • "The maintenance cost is approximately €2,000 ($2,200 USD) per year, including support, for our entire fleet."
  • "This solution is cheaper than Cisco or HP switches."
  • "The Juniper switches are less expensive than competing brands."
  • "Juniper costs less than the competition. As a comparison, Cisco is 33% more."
  • "The pricing for the support is very high."
  • "It's was $100,000 per year."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from.
    Top Answer:The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive. I rate the price of Broadcom StrataXGS a three out of ten.
    Top Answer:The support could improve.
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether Cisco or Juniper Ethernet switches were the better fit for us. We decided to go with Juniper. Juniper ethernet switches are a lesser-known… more »
    Top Answer:If compared to Cisco, this is a well priced solution. Compared to HP, it is a little bit overpriced. Overall, they are priced in the middle compared to competitors.
    Top Answer:Juniper EX model is ok for the campus network as the ex4300 is EOL in a few years and the new ex4400 is the standard. Now for the QFX model, 5k/10k in CRB mode IP fabric Ethernet switching is horrible… more »
    Ranking
    19th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    Comparisons
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    Reviews
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    Average Words per Review
    226
    Rating
    10.0
    8th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    8,956
    Comparisons
    6,832
    Reviews
    25
    Average Words per Review
    382
    Rating
    7.9
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    StrataXGS
    Juniper Ethernet Switches
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    Overview

    The StrataXGS product line offers the most highly integrated, highest-bandwidth switching solutions available in the market. StrataXGS switch solutions cover multiple markets including data center cloud, enterprise wiring closet and aggregation, and service provider solutions for access, aggregation and embedded markets. The StrataXGS family of products scales from multi-gigabit to multi-terabit switches offering comprehensive single-chip integration of Smart Buffer technology, large table scale, rich packet-processing and traffic management features, and data plane programmability to provide the versatility demanded by modern network infrastructure.

    Juniper Ethernet Switches are made up of the EX Series product line. These EX Series Ethernet Switches provide branch, campus and data center networks with access, aggregation and core layer switching solutions. The end result is secure, fast and efficient application and data delivery.

    Today's enterprise networks increasingly demand mobile access, optimal availability, virtualization, and unified communications. The Juniper Ethernet Switches EX Series caters for all of these requirements, ensuring business continuity, network flexibility and maximum productivity.

    Juniper EX Series switches are AI-driven, operated and managed using the Mist AI cloud from Juniper. This gives EX customers simplified operations with insights, anomaly detection and automated troubleshooting, empowering IT teams to deliver the best user experience across the wired network.

    Sample Customers
    State Bank of India, Hill International, Coty
    BlackLotus, Staminus, Community Bank, BAS Group, Cloud Dynamics, Privalia, Fluidata, and Tesla Motors.
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    Manufacturing Company23%
    Computer Software Company20%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    Construction Company5%
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    Comms Service Provider32%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Government8%
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    Computer Software Company16%
    Government8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Company Size
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    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise68%
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    Small Business47%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise53%
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    Broadcom StrataXGS is ranked 19th in Ethernet Switches with 1 review while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is ranked 8th in Ethernet Switches with 64 reviews. Broadcom StrataXGS is rated 10.0, while Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Broadcom StrataXGS writes "Useful multi-processes, software compatibility, and flexible". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches writes "Provides campus switches and access switches that are simple to deploy, but the code isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design". Broadcom StrataXGS is most compared with Broadcom StrataDNX and Mellanox Switches, whereas Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, Arista Networks Platform, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches.

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