D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. Huawei Ethernet Switches

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Categories and Ranking

D-Link Ethernet Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

14th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Huawei Ethernet Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

12th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 3.9%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.5%, up from 2.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Huawei Ethernet Switches	3.5%
D-Link Ethernet Switches	3.9%
Other	92.6%

Ethernet Switches

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SyedTaha

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.

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Muhammad Kabir Salihu

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…

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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 solution is user-friendly."

"D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches."

"These switches are very easy to install because there is no configuration."

"The tool's fault frequency is very less."

"It's plug-and-play. There is no configuration necessary."

"D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service."

"The overall solution is best for any low-cost environment because of its cost-effectiveness."

"The solution is easy to use."

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"The initial setup is straightforward."

"Huawei switches come in small, medium, and large capacities and can be used for monitoring and switching."

"One scenario where Huawei Ethernet Switches improved network efficiency was last year when a customer needed switches with 10 gigabits, which are not very common in the market. Huawei provided this kind of switch, enabling the customer to upgrade their network from 1 gigabit to 10 gigabit speeds across all devices."

"It is also easy to implement in the first place."

"When you buy a switch from Huawei, the switches come along with a lot of features that you do not need to pay extra money for."

"This product is competitive technically with the best products in the class."

"The most valuable features are the ease of configuration, availability of a GUI apart from the command line, and basic features such as VLAN configuration and routing between VLANs."

"The solution is scalable."

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Cons

"The solution needs to improve layer 2 switches."

"They need to have some more high-end switches."

"For high-end switches, the price could be 5% to 10% cheaper."

"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 solution needs better local support."

"This solution is not good for distribution at the core."

"It could be easier to scale on managed devices."

"Currently, D-Link Ethernet Switches are often not used in large data centers due to issues with performance and scalability."

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"One of the problems with Huawei is that when you receive a product quote from one of the vendors, you cannot get prices from the other ones because they register your request with Huawei."

"The documentation needs to be better."

"The tool is not very robust in harsh environments. Issues with cooling and power can cause these switches to fail, which concerns customers. They work well in data centers but might be problematic in places without cooling or heat."

"There could be improvements in Huawei, such as adding features that Cisco has and Huawei currently lacks."

"I would like the tool to improve its operational efficiency, speed, security features, and functionalities."

"There is room for improvement in the customer support and services. The response time could be better."

"It is not easy to use if you need to monitor, patch or update. It needs to be configured by a network specialist because it doesn't have an overall central monitoring tool or anything like that. I'd say no ease of use."

"The performance has been slow at times."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

"The solution is budget-friendly"

"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."

"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."

"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."

"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."

"There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."

"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."

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"It's a reasonable price, cheaper than some other vendors."

"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheaper than other competitors."

"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."

"A cost-effective product"

"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."

"I would say that the product is cost-effective."

"The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."

"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

10%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

University

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	7

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	30
Midsize Enterprise	13
Large Enterprise	20

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 do you like most about D-Link Ethernet Switches?

D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.

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 do you like most about Huawei Ethernet Switches?

The solution is scalable.

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.

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Overview

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.

D-Link

Huawei SOHO & SMB Switches, an Energy-saving Ethernet access switches with service features that are easy to install and maintain. It has a S1700 Series Enterprise Switches that caters from small- to medium-sized businesses and Internet cafes.

Huawei

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)

D-Link Ethernet Switches vs. Huawei Ethernet Switches