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Cisco Ethernet Switches vs H3C Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Ethernet Switches is 9.5%, down from 16.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of H3C Ethernet Switches is 2.7%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.4%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Ethernet Switches9.5%
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.4%
H3C Ethernet Switches2.7%
Other84.4%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Myint Aung - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of the Solutions Department at BIM Group of Companies
Exceptional network support and AI integration drive performance while suggesting enhancements for future use cases
I work with both HyperFlex and other Cisco products. I prefer to make online support available because I can utilize my CCIE architect, solution consultant, and engineer team along with our account manager and product sales team. We can clarify requirements and decide how to support you. We should arrange a conference call about Cisco Ethernet Switches where I can invite my architect and consultant to clarify more about the features that are most beneficial for improving network efficiency. Today is AI day, and all the new firmware includes AI to optimize the performance, traffic, and security of Cisco Ethernet Switches. It's performing very well. With many solutions and vendors available, you have to decide on one. I am extremely satisfied with the licensing cost for Cisco Ethernet Switches. For the price of Cisco Ethernet Switches, I would rate it a 7. My overall rating for Cisco Ethernet Switches is 10 out of 10.
KanwarArsalan - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Pre Sales at Business It Solutions
Offers all routing protocols, functionality, and capabilities
H3C switches have strong port aggregation features including dynamic, static, and device aggregation. They also offer broadcast, multicast, or unique system suppression for PPS and BPS. These features are versatile and adaptable to various organizational scenarios, complemented by VLAN support. H3C switches offer VPN support along with various VLAN options like port-based, MAC-based, and protocol-based VLANs, including VLAN mapping and voice VLAN features. They support VLAN interfaces for both IPv4 and IPv6, ensuring compatibility and configuration flexibility. H3C switches are up to date with current market trends, offering features, routing protocols, capabilities, and functionalities that correspond to new trends in networking solutions. I strongly recommend that future users consider H3C switches for their designs, given their performance, specific features, and strong capabilities compared to competitors like Cisco. Overall, I would rate H3C Ethernet Switches as a nine out of ten.
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

"The most valuable features of Cisco Ethernet switches include plug-and-play capabilities, ease of deployment, and high reliability."
"Being able to deal with multiple VLANs to segment the network logically is the biggest feature for us. The management of these switches is okay for us. These switches work very well, and they meet our needs."
"DNA Center is very interesting in automating the setup and monitoring as with each occurrence it gets easier to troubleshoot and provides an impression about what could be the problem."
"We have found it to be scalable. We have approximately three million subscribers."
"It is a scalable solution, and we have more than 35 customers who use it."
"Cisco Ethernet Switches are appropriate for small and medium businesses and they also are large enough for our data centers which we had in Tel Aviv, Israel and in California."
"Overall, I am happy with this product and I don't have any suggestions for improvements to features at this time."
"The brand name and the service support by Cisco are most valuable."
"The IMC feature is valuable."
"H3C Ethernet Switches is a cheap solution."
"To date, it has proven to be highly reliable. We have encountered no issues or challenges with it thus far."
"H3C is a well-known brand product and a good high-performance solution."
"A good high-performance solution."
"H3C Ethernet Switches have a fast delivery time."
"H3C Ethernet Switches are priced at around $500 per unit, which is very cheap and one of the most competitive prices out there."
"The best feature of H3C Ethernet Switches is their reliability."
"What we like the most is that the price is reasonable and it's easy to manage."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"The most valuable features are the ease of configuration, availability of a GUI apart from the command line, and basic features such as VLAN configuration and routing between VLANs."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its very simple configuration."
"What we like the most is that the price is reasonable and it's easy to manage."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches also have effective network switching features."
"The most valuable aspect of Huawei Ethernet Switches is their excellent scalability."
"The initial setup of the solution was easy, it took 20 to 25 minutes."
 

Cons

"The pricing should be reduced so that they are more competitive."
"The quality of Cisco Ethernet Switches could be better."
"Technical support could be better. Firmware upgrades should be better."
"Cisco could also open the API up to work closely with other systems."
"Cisco could definitely work on delivering improved pricing to its customers."
"This is a very expensive product. Without a license, part of the switch will not function."
"Cisco Ethernet Switches is a very expensive solution."
"You have to be Cisco-certified to work on Cisco products, so we can't get into Cisco to do even basic configurations."
"The solution’s stability could be improved."
"H3C Ethernet Switches could improve by widening their product range to include products like 16 port LT switches and industrial switches."
"GUI needs to merge with CLI."
"Lacks decent cloud management."
"To enhance H3C switches for the next release, improving the user interface is crucial."
"I'd like to see better cloud management."
"There is room for improvement in Wi-Fi solutions, which are not optimized."
"H3C Ethernet Switches could improve by widening their product range."
"The durability of the device can be improved."
"I would like to see some improvements in the access layer switch that is available in Aruba."
"The product's stability has certain shortcomings, making it an area where improvements are required."
"There are some support issues."
"The technical support is technically savvy, but the communication via English is not so easy."
"Technical support needs improvement."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
"Huawei Switch can make further advancements, as the current CLI lacks functionality. The majority of tasks are performed through the CLI, making it difficult for those without technical expertise to work with. They should enhance the CLI of the access switches to make them more user-friendly. The GUI of the Ethernet Switches should also be improved to allow non-technical users to perform technical tasks with ease. Additionally, the documentation of the solution could improve."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is not too expensive."
"The solution has different prices depending on the features that you want to have."
"It's a little expensive."
"When we want an extra feature then we need to purchase another license bundle."
"Cisco products are not cheap, which is something that can be improved."
"These switches are expensive, but they are an excellent buy and definitely have value for the investment."
"It is an expensive product since it is used in a large network where you cannot rely on some cheaply priced solution."
"The product is expensive."
"H3C Ethernet Switches are reasonably priced."
"H3C Ethernet Switches are priced at around $500 per unit, which is very cheap and one of the most competitive prices out there."
"H3C Ethernet Switches is targeted for SMBs because it's cheaper compared to Huawei switches."
"The pricing is very affordable, making it a not-so-expensive choice. On a scale from one to ten, where one is expensive and ten is cheap, I would rate it a seven."
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"The solution's pricing is in the middle, but you will be charged when you upgrade the tenant."
"The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheaper than other competitors."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
Construction Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Computer Software Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Construction Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business60
Midsize Enterprise35
Large Enterprise55
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise2
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
 

Questions from the Community

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In terms of ethernet switches, would you go with Cisco or Juniper?
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What needs improvement with H3C Ethernet Switches?
There is room for improvement in Wi-Fi solutions, which are not optimized.
What is your primary use case for H3C Ethernet Switches?
The primary use case is about managing network infrastructure. The H3C Ethernet Switches are used internally as switc...
What advice do you have for others considering H3C Ethernet Switches?
I would recommend H3C Ethernet Switches to others. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.
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.
 

Also Known As

Cisco Industrial Ethernet Switches
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Sample Customers

Linz AG
Ying Wa College, Centro Digital Pictures
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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