D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

D-Link and Huawei are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. D-Link is ranked #14 with an average rating of 7.8, while Huawei is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.0. D-Link holds a 3.6% mindshare in ES, compared to Huawei’s 3.4% mindshare. Additionally, 83% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 86% of Huawei users who would recommend it.

D-Link Ethernet Switches

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86% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

D-Link and Huawei Ethernet Switches compete in the networking category. Huawei seems to have the upper hand due to its cost-effective bundle pricing and rich feature set.

Features: D-Link Ethernet Switches offer ease of management, a variety of speed and port models, and energy-efficient green technology. Huawei Ethernet Switches are known for seamless integration with other brands, spanning tree protocol, and iStack, offering strong scalability and functionalities.

Room for Improvement: D-Link Ethernet Switches need advanced CLI commands for port binding, better central management, and increased stability. Huawei Ethernet Switches require solutions for interoperability issues, better documentation and training, and enhanced support for global troubleshooting.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: D-Link Ethernet Switches are easy to manage on-premises but need better local support. Huawei Ethernet Switches offer hybrid and cloud deployment options but face challenges in remote regions due to limited direct support and language barriers.

Pricing and ROI: D-Link Switches are favored for their affordability without subscription fees. Huawei Ethernet Switches are noted for cost efficiency, providing valuable functionalities at lower prices than many competitors, ensuring a good return on investment.

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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

11th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 3.6%, down from 6.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.4%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Huawei Ethernet Switches	3.4%
D-Link Ethernet Switches	3.6%
Other	93.0%

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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

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Pros

"The main selling point for me was the pricing. Moreover, the performance is good. I haven't had any issues so far."

"The initial setup was very easy and user-friendly."

"We use the solution for the network and ethernet connection."

"There are many good points about this product. Number one, they are very stable, and easy to configure and manage."

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

"It is a very nice product, I highly recommend you buy this product for network development."

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

"The management interface makes network management very easy."

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"The solution is very inexpensive, the documentation is very good, and technical support is also very good."

"I use it on a daily basis and I find it to be quite stable."

"The tool's valuable features are easy to deploy and troubleshoot with available documentation. They are cost-effective and can reduce operational expenses. Huawei Ethernet Switches have built-in AI features for monitoring and analytics. These are the tool's solutions, not third-party integrations."

"The solution's most valuable feature is its very simple configuration."

"We use Huawei Ethernet Switches for business networks and connectivity."

"The required functionalities align with telecom requirements and have improved from a capacity perspective."

"Easy to use, flexible, stable, and offers great performance."

"I advise people to use this solution because it's very conducive to tropical environments and can withstand very hot weather conditions."

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Cons

"There is room for improvement in terms of stability."

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

"In future releases, I would like to see improved security and an improved CLI (Command-Line Interface)."

"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."

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

"D-Link Ethernet Switches' switching capacity is low. The solution should improve stability and not support Cisco or Juniper networks."

"We have issues with the stability."

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"Devices should have the ability to configure more easily."

"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."

"We would always prefer if the solution were cheaper."

"The durability of the device can be improved."

"I would like to see more training opportunities available."

"The availability and the speed of the firmware updates are the only things wrong with Huawei. There are some vulnerabilities on the hardware."

"Presently, the solution doesn't offer any AI integrations with the product hardware."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"It has a good return on investment. It has indeed saved us resources significantly."

"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 solution's pricing is reasonable."

"The solution is budget-friendly"

"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."

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"The solution's pricing is in the middle, but you will be charged when you upgrade the tenant."

"It is cheaper than Cisco."

"Huawei comes with a lot of features out of the box that you have to pay extra for with other products. They do charge extra in the licensing for certain additional features."

"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."

"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."

"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very competitively priced, almost 4 out of 10.However, the low price point may sometimes raise concerns about quality for some companies."

"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheap and cost around ten dollars."

"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Computer Software Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Construction Company

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 ...

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What do you like most about D-Link Ethernet Switches?

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

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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.

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What do you like most about Huawei Ethernet Switches?

The solution is scalable.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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