Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch comparison

Cisco and MikroTik are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. Cisco is ranked #12 with an average rating of 8.5, while MikroTik is ranked #18 with an average rating of 7.7. Cisco holds a 2.0% mindshare in ES, compared to MikroTik’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 90% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of MikroTik users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches and MikroTik Cloud Router Switch compete within the networking hardware sector. Based on feature comparison, MikroTik may have the upper hand due to its affordability and flexibility.

Features: Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches stand out for their reliability and ease of use, with advanced manageability and security features. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is known for its advanced configuration flexibility, ease of routing functionalities, and scalability suitable for small to medium businesses.

Room for Improvement: Cisco Linksys could improve its Command Line Interface, warranty length, and security integration. MikroTik could enhance port isolation, VLAN management, and security capabilities, as well as improve documentation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Cisco Linksys offers strong technical support for on-premises setups but faces challenges with third-party integrations. MikroTik provides both on-premises and cloud deployment options with straightforward configuration, although customer support responsiveness could be improved.

Pricing and ROI: Cisco Linksys is moderately priced with significant ROI, justifying its cost with stability and support. MikroTik offers competitive pricing with a one-time licensing fee, providing a more attractive ROI due to the absence of ongoing costs.

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Linksys Ethernet Swit...

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

12th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

18th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Routers (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is 2.0%, down from 3.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 1.6%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches	2.0%
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch	1.6%
Other	96.4%

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Hakan Pehlivan

General Manager at Bilgipark Görüntü ve İletişim San. Tic. A.S.

Enhanced broadcast management with trusted support and intuitive interfaces

Cisco is the best on the Metro Solution side and also strong in the broadcast sector. Cisco and Arista support the IP standard, which is more in demand nowadays for TV broadcasting. Cisco is trusted by most broadcast customers for data centers due to their experience and knowledge. Cisco Linksys switches offer ease of management and experience, especially for engineers holding CCNA certificates. The functionalities and measurements are similar across switches, but Cisco offers a useful web interface.

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MarkBanks

Solution Architect Team Lead at MLL Telecom

Has reduced deployment time and enabled cost-effective internet access in the public sector

As an integrator, the best advantage of the product is its cost. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch stands out for its features, especially those available at that price point. I don't get involved too much in the setup of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, so I appreciate the ease of setup. There are no specific features we use it for; its cost-effectiveness for internet access is what matters. One useful feature we utilize is Ethernet over IP. The positive impact of the solution on our company and clients is that it provides an attractive price point. It allows us to deliver cost-compliant solutions to our clients. Since we work in the public sector, cost is a very important attribute, and that's where it fits in our portfolio.

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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 pricing of the solution is very good. It works well within our network."

"It's very easy to configure URLs."

"The installation process is straightforward."

"They are very reliable."

"I have found their security features the most valuable. These security features are supported on most of the other features. Similarly, the protocols and the standards are supported on other features, such as the stacking feature, the availability feature, internet channel, link application, and protocols. There are so many features on these features."

"The deployment of the solution is quite fast."

"There is no need for my company to pay for additional support."

"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is a stable solution."

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"The best aspect is that it remains affordable."

"The most valuable feature is that it has better throughput than its competitors."

"The main reason why MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is usually chosen is its raw performance to price ratio."

"The router power is the most valuable aspect."

"It's a well-rounded solution for routing."

"There are a lot of features to control permitting or stopping packets in the network."

"It is easy to set up the solution."

"The technical support for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is superb."

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Cons

"In the future, I would like to see more focus on software-defined networking solutions."

"This product does not generate reports, so I would like to see something with better reporting."

"The pricing can be a bit unstable."

"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are expensive."

"It's an old tool that needs to be more competitive with other solutions that are available on the market such as HP, or Dell."

"It would be ideal if, for private users that are not companies, the solution could be made even cheaper."

"We are expecting one software that can run across all of Cisco hardware, software, and Cisco Switch router, similar to what Juniper has."

"I would like to see more manageability. That's primarily the reason why Linksys switches don't work in the enterprise space. They don't have the management and capabilities of other switches."

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"Antispam and antivirus features should be included in the future."

"Simplifying the documentation would be a good idea."

"There has to be more development in the OS. It's complex for this switch as compared to others like Cisco. For NetGear and Cisco, it's easy to adapt the VLAN concept but it should be simplified for MikroTik."

"The area for improvement is security. MikroTik is mostly used by medium and small businesses, so the security is not as robust as Cisco."

"The bulk efficiencies and the control of traffic could be a bit better."

"If MikroTik had a marketing team and support team in India then it would be much easier for us to get the product, as well as support."

"It can be difficult to identify key functions for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch. I experience functionality limitations, particularly when trying to find specific features."

"Technical support could be better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"They are cheaper than Cisco Catalyst Switches."

"Licensing cost has not been much for the last five years. We have the same license working for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches."

"The licensing cost is not bad and is actually very competitive within the product category."

"The price of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is higher than competitors, such as Huawei."

"There is not a license to use the solution but we have a license for support."

"If you look at the product portfolio from Cisco, it's quite expensive."

"The tool's price is reasonable."

"The product is expensive."

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"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."

"The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."

"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."

"The price is competitive."

"The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."

"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."

"I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."

"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

University

Comms Service Provider

13%

Computer Software Company

11%

Educational Organization

11%

Hospitality Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	42
Midsize Enterprise	13
Large Enterprise	24

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?

The solution is reliable.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?

Regarding pricing, I take the cost of Cisco Linksys Ethernet switches into consideration.

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What needs improvement with Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches?

I see some areas for improvement, particularly for security. The reason for improvement is that we have some projects related to the segregation of the LAN and the establishment of a matrix of traf...

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What do you like most about MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

The tool has impacted our company's network costs and productivity in a perfect manner and percentage-wise, I can say it is 120 percent.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

The Python solution pricing is on the lower side.

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What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

Adding more features from a security perspective would make the solution much better. While some customers use MikroTik Cloud Router Switch as a firewall, it's not at an industry-level, though the ...

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Also Known As

Linksys Ethernet Switches

MikroTik CRS Series

Overview

Linksys Ethernet Switches bring greater reliability and coverage to your home network.

Cisco

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is a new Smart Switch series. It combines the best features of a fully functional router and a Layer 3 switch, is powered by the familiar RouterOS. All the specific Switch configuration options are available in a special Switch menu, also ports can be removed from the switch configuration, and used for routing purposes.

MikroTik

Sample Customers

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