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D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

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
14th
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
11th
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 May 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, down from 5.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.3%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.3%
D-Link Ethernet Switches3.2%
Other93.5%
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

"D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches."
"This is a product that I would recommend without any reservation."
"It is a very nice product, I highly recommend you buy this product for network development."
"The tool's fault frequency is very less."
"Its integration is the most valuable."
"It is very stable and reliable."
"The product is simple to manage."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"The performance of Huawei is good, and it provides security capabilities."
"They're straightforward to set up."
"The initial setup of the solution was easy, it took 20 to 25 minutes."
"We came to the realization that Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"I use it on a daily basis and I find it to be quite stable."
"The required functionalities align with telecom requirements and have improved from a capacity perspective."
"They have the ability, since they have a very big R&D team, to create an upgrade for any feature or patch very easily."
"The HTTP features for security are very good. We use all of the regular features."
 

Cons

"It should be more stable, and it should have good integration with the cloud. It should support configuration, supervision, and control through the cloud."
"The cost is a little bit higher than other switches."
"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."
"Currently, D-Link Ethernet Switches are often not used in large data centers due to issues with performance and scalability."
"The technical support needs a lot of improvement."
"In a future release, the solution could improve by being more secure and allowing the configuration of each port."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' switching capacity is low. The solution should improve stability and not support Cisco or Juniper networks."
"This solution is not good for distribution at the core."
"I have issues with the support's communication language. The tool's UI can be better."
"The interoperability of the devices, in general, on the Huawei switches is not good and is known to be not good."
"The product’s pricing needs improvement. It could be more stable as well."
"There could be some improvement in the dashboards and that's something that could be included in the next update."
"I didn't like the Huawei Switches because of the different versions resetting the configuration issue. Huawei doesn't support Layer 3 modes while TOE and ARP have some issues."
"Technical support needs improvement."
"I do not recommend this solution on the basis of scalability, monitoring and security."
"If I have one potential issue, it is that the technical support does not understand English so well."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"The solution is budget-friendly"
"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."
"It is an affordable solution."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."
"There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"The tool's price is affordable and I would rate it a five out of ten. The prices are fixed with no additional cost involved."
"From the initial purchase, you will pay for a license and you do not need to pay for a license again. The price depends on the size of the infrastructure."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
"This is an affordable solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Construction Company
8%
Healthcare Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Construction Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise7
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.
 

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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