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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
13th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
29
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
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 5.6%, up from 5.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, up from 2.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Daniel Kivuthi - PeerSpot reviewer
Fits well in networks, integrate well but initial setup needs trained people
I did not face any major challenges, but the only thing is that D-Link has to invest in training technicians or engineers who install their products. They have to keep training them. D-Link can offer free training, or maybe even if they are charged, it's some fair charge. That way, D-Link encourages many technicians to take that training. And when the team has trained technicians or trained engineers, then it becomes very easy to install the devices and put them in the network. The solution integrates very well with our existing network infrastructure. The initial setup is straightforward. But, again, I will insist: If it is handled by trained personnel, then you find that the integration and installation are easy. But when people try to install the switches or the solutions and they do not have the technical know-how, then it becomes a challenge. People start saying that it's not a good solution, that they are not working. Yet, it is the technician who does not know how to handle them.
Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
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 solution is scalable."
"There are no stability issues with D-Link Ethernet switches."
"The solution is easy to use."
"The most valuable feature is VLAN."
"These switches are very easy to install because there is no configuration."
"D-Link has a graphical interface that is easy to use. It is simple enough that our junior technicians can configure the switches."
"The management interface makes network management very easy."
"These switches are simple and easy to configure."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its very simple configuration."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very stable."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are both scalable and stable."
"The technical documentation available is very good. The technical support for the customer is also good - I would give it 8 out of 10."
"The most valuable feature of Huawei is that it already provides integration with any automation tool."
"The solution is scalable."
"So far, so good when it comes to stability."
"It is easy to understand all the features of Huawei Switches."
 

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 solution's web filtering feature could be improved."
"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."
"We have issues with the stability."
"In a future release, the solution could improve by being more secure and allowing the configuration of each port."
"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."
"In future releases, I would like to see improved security and an improved CLI (Command-Line Interface)."
"The solution needs to improve layer 2 switches."
"Certain regulatory issues in a lot of countries cause limitations ."
"In the future, incorporating AI features into Ethernet switches, particularly in the controller base, would be beneficial."
"The stability can be improved."
"Huawei Switch can make further advancements, as the current CLI lacks functionality. The majority of tasks are performed through the CLI, making it difficult for those without technical expertise to work with. They should enhance the CLI of the access switches to make them more user-friendly. The GUI of the Ethernet Switches should also be improved to allow non-technical users to perform technical tasks with ease. Additionally, the documentation of the solution could improve."
"The solution needs to be more user-friendly."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches have not automated its firmware."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
"The GUI could be improved. It could be much more adaptable."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."
"The solution is budget-friendly"
"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
"It is an affordable solution."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."
"The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
"The product is competitively priced in its market."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
"This is an affordable solution."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Healthcare Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Computer Software Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

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 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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