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D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

D-Link Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
17th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
15th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 2.5%, down from 4.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.1%, down from 3.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.1%
D-Link Ethernet Switches2.5%
Other94.4%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

SyedTaha - PeerSpot reviewer
Head of IT and Information Security at GLEEDS USA INC
Cost has remained low while implementation proceeds without complications
To capture the critical traffic to prioritize is not something I work with in advanced QoS features. Regarding VLAN support in bandwidth management, we are not utilizing VLAN for the infrastructure as we have a minimal requirement for VLAN, so we have not yet implemented any of the features relevant to the virtual LANs. It's very hard to answer the question about minor improvements D-Link Ethernet Switches could do with their products because the products I'm dealing with are just plug-and-play, unmanaged switches. It would be more appropriate to comment on features if I had been using Layer 2 or Layer 3 switches for at least a couple of months. I don't think there are any disadvantages I can point out for the product.
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 initial setup is straightforward."
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."
"These switches are very easy to install because there is no configuration."
"The product is simple to manage."
"There are no stability issues with D-Link Ethernet switches."
"These switches are simple and easy to configure."
"The switches have a graphical user interface that makes configuration good, easy, and straightforward."
"There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage."
"The initial setup of the solution was easy, it took 20 to 25 minutes."
"The solution has been pretty solid so far."
"The solution is scalable."
"The most important feature that our clients look for in this solution is that it will perform how it says it will perform for the best price and that it will provide good support."
"They have the ability, since they have a very big R&D team, to create an upgrade for any feature or patch very easily."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"It is easy to understand all the features of Huawei Switches."
"They are very user-friendly. Handling Huawei is very easy."
 

Cons

"They could be more stable. They were not as resistant as Cisco."
"Though few, L2 switches are a bit costly to afford."
"For high-end switches, the price could be 5% to 10% cheaper. Improvements in the voltage facility, like increasing from 360 watts to 400 or 450 watts, would make them more competitive with other vendors."
"We have issues with the stability."
"They need to have some more high-end switches."
"The solution could be cheaper."
"They could be more stable. They were not as resistant as Cisco. After some time, some of them failed. This could be because we import quite a lot of products from different horizons, so there is no guarantee of quality. In Africa, these products don't always directly come from the manufacturer. We get these products from the Middle East or Asia. Therefore, you cannot be sure that the quality is exactly similar to what you have in Europe or America."
"By default DHCP is disabled"
"The product's stability has certain shortcomings, making it an area where improvements are required."
"The product’s pricing needs improvement. It could be more stable as well."
"The only thing that could be better is the security module."
"The tech support is not very good. It's a bit hard to get tech support for Huawei products."
"The stability can be improved."
"In order to improve the product, I'd like to see all devices have the ability to configure more easily."
"Certain regulatory issues in a lot of countries cause limitations ."
"There is room for improvement in the customer support and services. The response time could be better."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."
"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
"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."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."
"The solution is budget-friendly"
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."
"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."
"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."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheap and cost around ten dollars."
"The licensing costs depend on the negotiations that a user has with Huawei...There is a need to make some additional payments apart from the licensing costs attached to the solution."
"The solution's price is reasonable compared to other products like Cisco."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Construction Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Comms Service Provider
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Construction Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
 

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 D-Link Ethernet Switches?
D-Link Ethernet Switches are 30% cheaper than Cisco switches. Pricing has not been a concern since it is already included in the capex.
What needs improvement with D-Link Ethernet Switches?
To capture the critical traffic to prioritize is not something I work with in advanced QoS features. Regarding VLAN support in bandwidth management, we are not utilizing VLAN for the infrastructure...
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.
What is your primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
The primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches is for network purposes, including SaaS services.
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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
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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