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

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

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

"The biggest advantage of D-Link Ethernet Switches for me is the cost; on the technical side, since the majority of switches that I am using are unmanaged switches, I haven't found any problem implementing those in a live environment; it's just a plug-and-play device, so I never felt the need to go for technical support for D-Link Ethernet Switches."

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

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

"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."

"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."

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

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

"The affordability of this solution has been most useful."

"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 pretty straightforward to set up."

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

"The most valuable feature of the solution is its network monitoring system."

"The most valuable features are that it is easy to use, easy to configure, it's priced well, and the operating system is easy to understand."

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Cons

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

"The availability could be improved."

"I'd like to see a central management system included as part of their license, not as a separate purchase. Currently, we have to manage switches independently. A central portal for managing all switches and providing visibility would be great."

"Its security features need improvement."

"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."

"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."

"We have issues with the stability."

"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."

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"Huawei should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion."

"We had a few issues with integration."

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

"The interoperability of the devices, in general, on the Huawei switches is not good and is known to be not good. Maybe they can improve this a bit."

"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."

"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 performance has been slow at times."

"Possibly more advanced features could need improvement."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is an affordable solution."

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

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

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

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

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

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

"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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"This is an affordable solution."

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

"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."

"The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."

"The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."

"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."

"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."

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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

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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