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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
6.4
Number of Reviews
30
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 October 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 4.9%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.5%, up from 2.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.5%
D-Link Ethernet Switches4.9%
Other91.6%
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 initial setup was very easy and user-friendly."
"The management interface makes network management very easy."
"I can't find anything wrong with our D-Link Ethernet Switches."
"The initial setup of D-Link Ethernet Switches is very easy."
"There are no stability issues with D-Link Ethernet switches."
"It is a stable solution."
"The solution is user-friendly."
"The overall solution is best for any low-cost environment because of its cost-effectiveness."
"Scalability isn't an issue."
"It is a very stable solution."
"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 most valuable feature of Huawei is that it already provides integration with any automation tool."
"It is pretty straightforward to set up."
"The Huawei switches are stable, easy to set up, and cheap."
"So far, so good when it comes to stability."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches excel in compatibility with other brands, offering features to ensure seamless communication with existing protocols. This allows them to work alongside switches from different manufacturers, such as Cisco, by making adjustments on both ends for compatibility."
 

Cons

"We have issues with the stability."
"Currently, D-Link Ethernet Switches are often not used in large data centers due to issues with performance and scalability."
"There is room for improvement in terms of stability."
"The solution could be cheaper."
"This solution is not good for distribution at the core."
"The availability could be improved."
"It could be easier to scale on managed devices."
"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."
"The durability of the device can be improved."
"The knowledge base needs to be improved and expanded."
"The GUI could be improved. It could be much more adaptable."
"The technical support is technically savvy, but the communication via English is not so easy."
"I would like to see some improvements in the access layer switch that is available in Aruba."
"The solution can improve by adding virtualized switch functionality."
"In the future, incorporating AI features into Ethernet switches, particularly in the controller base, would be beneficial."
"The graphical user interface could be much better."
 

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."
"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."
"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."
"This product is very affordable, especially compared to Cisco."
"The solution's pricing is reasonable."
"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."
"There is not a license required for this solution and it is priced well."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"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 price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheap and cost around ten dollars."
"We only pay one-off instead of paying recurring license fees."
"The product is competitively priced in its market."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Healthcare Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Educational Organization
8%
 

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 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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