Cisco Ethernet Switches vs Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches comparison

Cisco Ethernet Switches
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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 31, 2022

We performed a comparison between Cisco Ethernet Switches and Juniper Ethernet Switches based on our users’ reviews in five categories. After reading all of the collected data, you can find our conclusion below.

  • Ease of Deployment: Most Cisco Ethernet Switches users say the initial setup is straightforward. Juniper Ethernet Switches received mixed reviews regarding the ease of its initial setup. Some reviewers say it is straightforward while others say it can be complex.
  • Features: Users of both products are happy with their performance, stability, and scalability. Cisco Ethernet Switches users say the product is reliable and secure. Several Cisco Ethernet Switches users say the solution isn’t so user-friendly. Juniper Ethernet Switches users say the solution is flexible and has good integration capabilities but they would like to see better management tools.
  • Pricing: Cisco Ethernet Switches users say the price of the product is high. In contrast, most Juniper Ethernet Switches users say that the price of the product is fair.
  • Service and Support: Reviewers of both solutions are for the most part satisfied with the level of support they receive.

Comparison Results: Both solutions received high marks from users. Juniper Ethernet Switches comes out ahead in this comparison since it is the less expensive solution. One area where Cisco Ethernet Switches does come out on top is in the ease of deployment.

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
1st
Average Rating
8.6
Number of Reviews
129
Ranking in other categories
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Ranking in Ethernet Switches
11th
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
65
Ranking in other categories
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Mindshare comparison

As of July 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Ethernet Switches is 18.6%, down from 20.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is 2.9%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

HI
Dec 29, 2020
Flexible with good configuration capabilities but too expensive
We primarily use the solution for our data center and edge switches. Like a lot of companies, we use (in the data center) core switches on Layer 3, and (on the edge) switches in Layer 2.  Cisco as a whole is flexible.  The solution can be configured to our specifications. The solution allows you…
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Bona Chhith - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 6, 2022
Provides campus switches and access switches that are simple to deploy, but the code isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design
If we're building a data center and have Juniper, we have hundreds of Juniper switches in a leaf and spine design architecture, and it's horrible. Sometimes after an upgrade, half of the even port can't be detected. They don't recognize third-party SFPs, and now they claim that they don't support that anymore. There are a lot of issues with the hardware and software. Juniper needs to get their code up to par because it isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design. If you have over 10,000 VMs or Mac addresses, it doesn't scale. I would love Juniper to have more stable features, hardware, and code. We have so many tickets open with Juniper. The switch reboot doesn't detect the port. About 80% of my problems aren't engineering problems, but are Juniper's problems. In comparison, Arista gives me 10% of the problems that Juniper gives me when it comes to hardware and software. It's falling behind compared to Palo Alto because of its features. Juniper's campus switches and data center switches for the leaf and spine design for the overlay and underlay is horrible. I wouldn't recommend that anyone use Juniper fabric, because there are so many problems, issues, and features that aren't supported.
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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 feature is that we create a network as a villain."
"Cisco's support is number one in the world."
"Technical support has always been helpful."
"The greatest advantage of Cisco switches is their reliability. For example, we bought some 500 series switches back in 2002 or 2003, and they ran 24/7. I never had an issue for seven years."
"We only use the basic features and we find that it works well."
"The solution effectively provides a stable connection for users."
"Cisco Ethernet Switches have great enterprise features like Cisco DNA Assurance. Cisco DNA Assurance features advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning. Cisco AI Network Analytics, a capability within Cisco DNA Assurance, allows easy management of all devices and services, prioritizes and resolves network issues, and ensures a better user experience across the network."
"It is easy to configure and troubleshoot."
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"I like that it's fairly easy to implement these ethernet switches."
"The most valuable feature is that Juniper is multiple kernels, so there's isolation, which means you won't get a process that runs away, creating problems across the whole platform."
"Juniper switches are smart and we have all the features that we want. You can rollback to the previous version if you make any mistake during configuration. This is not possible in Cisco."
"Juniper Ethernet Switches' most valuable feature is the Juniper-Mist cloud, which facilitates management of the switches and access points."
"The setup phase was straightforward."
"The solution is easy to use and has good integration."
"One of the most valuable features of Juniper Ethernet Switches is they are rugged."
"The thing that sets Juniper apart from most switches is that when you're in the command line and you make a configuration change, you just write the command and then say "commit confirmed minutes". For example, I'm configuring a switch here in my office, which is five miles away, and I say, "commit confirmed 5". If I can't get back to the interface within five minutes to be able to make sure the switch came up, it rolls back to the previous configuration. This way I do not get locked out, or the switch doesn't get messed up because of the incorrect configuration. That's an automatic feature, which is pretty slick. I haven't seen that feature with other vendors that I've worked with. That's probably my most favorite feature."
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Cons

"One area for improvement could be integrating a single dashboard for both wired and wireless networks."
"There could be an improvement in the licensing by reducing the price of the different types, such as essential, advantage, and premium."
"The cost is very prohibitive both for us as well as other organizations. It's very expensive to buy Cisco switches. Among our colleagues, we find that we're not alone in thinking it's too high. Everyone's complaining about this."
"The price could be lower. It's quite expensive."
"Network setup is quite complicated, particularly if you're implementing in a non-technical environment."
"It'll also help if it can support more network utilization."
"Cisco's pricing can be a concern, particularly with support fees."
"Switches should be made stackable, even if they are not of the same model."
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"The price could be a bit lower."
"Juniper's support could be much better and faster."
"The stability of this solution should be improved."
"Juniper Ethernet Switches would be improved by upgrading the uplink port in EX2300 categories service from 10G to 25G."
"The stability could be better. We find, for example, Cisco, to be more stable."
"They should integrate VPN functionality with the solution."
"Juniper Ethernet Switches could improve in the EX 2300 model because it does not support IPsec VPN. Only the models at 3400 or higher support it. Additionally, there is a need for support for Mac which is lacking. Some of their competitors, such as Cisco, support Mac."
"Some areas of technical support could be better."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's a little expensive."
"It is an expensive product."
"With all of the features and when you compare with other solutions, the cost is much less."
"While Cisco's pricing can be a concern, particularly with support fees, its overall features and support community make it a solid choice."
"When we want an extra feature then we need to purchase another license bundle."
"The product is expensive."
"Cisco products are not cheap, which is something that can be improved."
"In some of the latest switches, the warranty is not included in the pricing and we have to purchase it separately."
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"We only pay for support."
"We had a leakage in the support process and decided to end the product's life in order to purchase a new product with support. We did not renew product support as a result."
"There is a need to make a payment towards the perpetual licensing model offered by the product and also towards the subscription-based model for hardware replacement."
"The pricing is very aggressive."
"They offer a more competitive pricing structure compared to one of the competitors."
"Their prices are competitive and not bad. It is cheaper than Cisco. We have a yearly license."
"The solution's pricing is cheaper than that of Cisco."
"This solution is cheaper than Cisco or HP switches."
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Comparison Review

it_user82779 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jan 29, 2014
Benefits of Juniper vs Cisco
Both are decent products. I prefer Juniper for the following reasons: 1) Cleaner separation of data plane from control plane. Higher end Cisco devices are better at this but most of the lower end products still seem to be more integrated than I like. 2) The Hierarchical config design means I can…
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
17%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Educational Organization
6%
 

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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 ...
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Which would you choose - Fortinet Fortiswitch secure access or Cisco Ethernet Switches?
We researched Cisco but ultimately chose Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access, mostly because of the price. Fortinet FortiSwitch is an ethernet switch solution that provides security and performance...
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In terms of ethernet switches, would you go with Cisco or Juniper?
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...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Juniper Ethernet Switches?
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.
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What advice do you have for others considering Juniper Ethernet Switches?
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 horri...
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What do you like most about Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches?
I would rate this solution a 10 out of 10 for scalability.
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Overview

Cisco Ethernet Switches scale to meet the needs of networks of all sizes. They are Secure, Reliable and Seamless.

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.

 

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