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Cisco Catalyst Switches vs Luxul Switches comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

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

Categories and Ranking

Cisco Catalyst Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
2nd
Ranking in AV Over IP Switching
1st
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
220
Ranking in other categories
LAN Switching (1st), Data Center Networking (1st)
Luxul Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
29th
Ranking in AV Over IP Switching
3rd
Average Rating
6.0
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Catalyst Switches is 4.5%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 1.1%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Catalyst Switches4.5%
Luxul Switches1.1%
Other94.4%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Md Rafique - PeerSpot reviewer
Desktop support Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees
Reliable switching has improved segmentation and reduces downtime with faster troubleshooting
One area I would like to see improvement is making configuration and troubleshooting more straightforward, especially for engineers managing a large number of switches. Some tasks can require multiple CLI commands and checking different outputs to identify an issue. Better centralized visibility, more intuitive automation tools, and clearer troubleshooting information would make day-to-day operations more efficient. That said, the CLI gives experienced network engineers a lot of control, so I would see these improvements as making the existing capabilities easier and faster to use rather than replacing them. For on-premises deployment, I would like to see easier centralized management and more automation for larger switch environments. Firmware upgrades, configuration changes, and troubleshooting can take significant time when they have to be handled across many physical devices. Better zero-touch provisioning, simplifying firmware management solutions, stronger integration with monitoring and IT management platforms, and more proactive hardware health alerts would make operations easier. I would also like better visibility into hardware capabilities and lifecycle status from a single dashboard so we can identify potential issues before they affect users.
PK
Owner/Operator at KPax Audio Video - Networking & Security Surveillance
Greatly simplifies troubleshooting; remote access to the router is a huge time saver
The solution has a problem with documentation. Luxul doesn't want to give the documentation to any Joe Bloggs, but even as a dealer going to the Luxul portal, there are no documents. I can always call technical support and ask them if I forget something and I'll get the support, but I shouldn't need to do that. Anything can be improved and unfortunately a good switch is not cheap but there's no choice if you need a special router.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Our clients are able to get analytics on how often people are in rooms or using a certain area of a building, and by doing this, in the future, they can often opt for a slightly smaller space and use multi-purpose rooms instead, achieving higher efficiency and lower overhead for rent and other things."
"I like the management of streaming both audio and video."
"We don't have any issues with the stability of Cisco Catalyst Switches."
"The hardware and the security are the product's valuable features"
"The solution highly scalable."
"The Cisco Catalyst is very stable and it can last for many years."
"Overall top of the line solution."
"In terms of technology, Cisco is the leader in everything."
"It's a rock-solid connectivity and a rock-solid Wi-Fi coverage, which is what my customers love."
"The solution is less expensive than other options."
"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."
"The ePoE+ is great."
"All of my customers, including residential and commercial clients, are extremely happy with these switches."
"The solution is excellent for audio-video and multi-casting."
 

Cons

"The support is not the quickest."
"The solution is quite expensive for our clients. It's a pain point for some companies. They should work to reduce the price."
"The solution could be easier to use, you need a certificate to use it."
"The initial setup can be easier in cases where the policy and ruleset are complex."
"The price is something we would definitely like improved. It would be nice if it was more economical."
"Cisco Catalyst Switches can be improved by keeping up with the trend of making it easier to work with. Although reliability is key, it would be beneficial to make firmware upgrades easier in critical infrastructure environments to minimize downtime."
"The cost could be reduced. If they worked on lowering the price, they would be able to attract more customers."
"Needs to improve cloud services and mobile software."
"While the solution is good for the light commercial market or for the residential market, it's not ideal for the commercial market, for example, a big enterprise or data center."
"You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit."
"The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."
"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."
"The solution has a problem with documentation. Luxul doesn't want to give the documentation to any Joe Bloggs, but even as a dealer going to the Luxul portal, there are no documents."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of Cisco switches is a little more expensive than the competition. However, as the saying goes, "you get what you pay for." If you want a reliable solution and other benefits, Cisco Catalyst Switches are worth the money."
"We pay the licensing fees annually because we have an enterprise license agreement."
"There needs to be some improvement with the Cisco DNA licensing activation process, it is difficult at the moment."
"It would be great for the user if Cisco lowered the prices for their routers and switches."
"Try to buy everything you need in bulk purchases and ask Cisco for volume discounts."
"The pricing of these devices can be better."
"The price of this solution is reasonable."
"The price of the solution is expensive compared to other products from America or Europe. They should have more competitive pricing."
"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Construction Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Healthcare Company
12%
Performing Arts
10%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business87
Midsize Enterprise34
Large Enterprise108
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Questions from the Community

Would you recommend replacing a Cisco Catalyst Switch by a D-link one?
Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Catalyst Switches?
My experience is that Cisco Catalyst Switches can involve a relatively significant upfront investment, especially when you consider the hardware, support, and licensing requirements. The total cost...
What needs improvement with Cisco Catalyst Switches?
One area I would like to see improvement is making configuration and troubleshooting more straightforward, especially for engineers managing a large number of switches. Some tasks can require multi...
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Sample Customers

Afni, Anilana Hotels and Resorts, Baylor Scott & White Health, Beachbody, Bellevue, Del Papa Distributing, Explorer Pipeline, Mindtree, Omaha World Herald, Radio 538, Sony Corporation, Telecom Italia, Telenor Arena
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