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We performed a comparison between Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches and D-Link Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs. D-Link Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The most valuable feature of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is it is easy to manage.""Ability to expand connections.""Cisco Linksys is scalable. You can use it as an extender, too.""They have so many series that can cater to SMBs, banks, or telcos. They have a wide range of options.""Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is a stable solution.""The scalability is great.""My work is able to continue because the switches are reliable.""The most valuable feature is the dynamic routing."

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"We use the solution for the network and ethernet connection.""These switches are simple and easy to configure.""It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary.""The initial setup is straightforward.""The solution is easy to use.""D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.""Its integration is the most valuable.""The tool's fault frequency is very less."

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Cons
"Scalability is an area that can be improved.""Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches should improve its pricing.""The solution is costly.""The solution's price could be better.""Endpoints need to be improved.""The problem with installation is not the installation process, but the building. Sometimes our building has a high ceiling, so installation is hard.""On a scale of one to ten, with one being the worst and ten being the best, I rate the tool's scalability as seven since there are some limitations.""The simplicity of management could be improved so the object-based switch management is possible."

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"This solution is not good for distribution at the core.""It could be easier to scale on managed devices.""They need to enhance stability.""The solution could be cheaper.""The D-Link Ethernet Switches have to be replaced because they are difficult to manage and security is poor. They should add centralized manageability to make the solution better, it will allow administrators to better know what is happening on the network.""It should be more stable, and it should have good integration with the cloud. It should support configuration, supervision, and control through the cloud.""They need to have some more high-end switches.""The solution needs better local support."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It's an affordable price for small companies using on-premises networks where cloud services are too expensive for them."
  • "If you look at the product portfolio from Cisco, it's quite expensive."
  • "The price of this solution is high, but it depends on the number of units that you want to order."
  • "I think that pricing should be more competitive. While the Cisco product is good, the pricing is not competitive. People will end up going with other cheaper solutions such as Arista."
  • "Cisco switches are a little expensive when it comes to the price."
  • "The price of Linksys products is pretty reasonable."
  • "The licensing cost is not bad and is actually very competitive within the product category."
  • "Pricing should be more competitive. There are other switches that are cheaper."
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  • "The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
  • "These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
  • "They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
  • "The solution is budget-friendly"
  • "There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."
  • "The price of D-Link Ethernet Switches is in the 4,000 to 5,000 rupees or 65 to 100 USD range. The price of the solution is not expensive."
  • "This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
  • "It is an affordable solution."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The product is reasonably priced. It is flexible. We can pay for it monthly or annually.
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer:There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage.
    Top Answer:When it comes to pricing, D-Link is actually better compared to others in the same range within the marketplace.
    Ranking
    9th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    4,659
    Comparisons
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    Reviews
    30
    Average Words per Review
    379
    Rating
    8.4
    12th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    8,063
    Comparisons
    7,578
    Reviews
    13
    Average Words per Review
    360
    Rating
    7.7
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    Also Known As
    Linksys Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    Linksys Ethernet Switches bring greater reliability and coverage to your home network.
    Typically managed using a browser-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), D-Link Ethernet Switches are attractively priced and support an essential set of Layer 2/2+ switching functions including VLAN, Link Aggregation, QoS, Bandwidth Limiting, Access Control Lists, and more.
    Sample Customers
    Linz AG
    George Mason University, Somerville House, Hiperwall, New Brunswick School District 16, The Fulcrum Group, Bremond Independent School District, University of Texas Health Science Center, Grand Canyon Skywalk, SUN Area Career & Technology Center, Abington Senior High School
    Top Industries
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    Manufacturing Company18%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Government11%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company12%
    Retailer11%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Government8%
    REVIEWERS
    University14%
    Manufacturing Company14%
    Retailer14%
    Transportation Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Educational Organization6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business54%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise32%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise54%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business61%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise22%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business37%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise49%
    Buyer's Guide
    Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs. D-Link Ethernet Switches
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs. D-Link Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    767,319 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is ranked 9th in Ethernet Switches with 70 reviews while D-Link Ethernet Switches is ranked 12th in Ethernet Switches with 24 reviews. Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is rated 8.0, while D-Link Ethernet Switches is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches writes "An advanced, sophisticated solution that allows for segmentation within networks". On the other hand, the top reviewer of D-Link Ethernet Switches writes "Plug-and-play, zero maintenance, and reasonably priced". Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is most compared with NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, MikroTik Routers and Switches and Aruba Switches, whereas D-Link Ethernet Switches is most compared with NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, MikroTik Routers and Switches and HPE Ethernet Switches. See our Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs. D-Link Ethernet Switches report.

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