D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Nokia Ethernet Service Switch comparison

D-Link and Nokia are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. D-Link is ranked #14 with an average rating of 7.6, while Nokia is ranked #24 with an average rating of 8.5. D-Link holds a 4.2% mindshare in ES, compared to Nokia’s 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 83% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Nokia users who would recommend it.

D-Link Ethernet Switches

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83% willing to recommend

Nokia Ethernet Service Switch

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

D-Link Ethernet Switches and Nokia Ethernet Service Switch compete in the networking hardware category. Nokia, with its advanced features, seems to have the upper hand in addressing more complex and enterprise-level needs.

Features: D-Link offers PoE support, energy efficiency, and easy management, suitable for small to medium-sized businesses. Nokia provides high-performance capabilities, robust security, and extensive scalability, ideal for enterprise environments.

Room for Improvement: D-Link could enhance performance, broaden security features, and improve scalability to attract larger enterprises. Nokia might consider improving affordability, streamlining basic management tasks, and reducing initial complexity to appeal to smaller businesses.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: D-Link features straightforward deployment with interactive customer support and comprehensive documentation, ideal for smaller network setups. Nokia emphasizes strategic deployment options and advanced technical support, beneficial for integrating into complex enterprise networks.

Pricing and ROI: D-Link offers affordable pricing, allowing quicker ROI for smaller businesses. Nokia's higher initial setup cost is balanced by high ROI over time through robust performance and scalability, delivering long-term value for larger enterprises.

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Review summaries and opinions

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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

Nokia Ethernet Service Switch

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

24th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

3.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 4.2%, down from 6.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Nokia Ethernet Service Switch is 1.0%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
D-Link Ethernet Switches	4.2%
Nokia Ethernet Service Switch	1.0%
Other	94.8%

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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Mohammed ThousifAnsari

Team Lead at Thoshiba

Working with network switches simplifies configuration, but documentation needs improvement

My recommendation is to understand the basic concepts clearly before starting your career. While basic concepts might seem simple, they can be very complicated when explored in detail. This foundational knowledge is essential for building a successful career. I would rate the overall solution as a seven out of ten.

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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 tool's fault frequency is very less."

"I can't find anything wrong with our D-Link Ethernet Switches."

"It is a stable solution."

"The solution is scalable."

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

"The management interface makes network management very easy."

"The initial setup is straightforward."

"The solution is easy to use."

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"The most valuable feature is the product's availability."

"The solution saves time and money for my customer in terms of reliability and product durability."

"On several occasions we encountered major issues with the solution and have found the Nokia technical support to be quite supportive."

"The highest value lies in aggregating the data to improve both traffic management and device utilization, emphasizing the importance of engagement and liability."

"The performance and reliability are the solution's most valuable features."

"Despite initial hindrances, once understood, these differences help in forming a good career foundation."

"The most valuable features are user functionality and interoperability."

Cons

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

"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."

"In a future release, the solution could improve by being more secure and allowing the configuration of each port."

"The solution's web filtering feature could be improved."

"I would like an option to create different networks within the switch."

"Its security features need improvement."

"Areas of the solution that have room for improvement include scalability, as it should improve both scaling and security."

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

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"The documentation needs improvement for better accessibility, as there isn't proper documentation currently available."

"I would suggest improvements regarding enhancing support response times and implementing user interface modifications for quicker and more user-friendly interactions."

"I would like to see more collaboration with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) vendors, such as Itron."

"I would prefer that all the licenses be open for our use."

"The segment routing could be improved, and they could also transfer a lot of legacy to the cloud domain."

"The solution needs more monitoring tools."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"It is an affordable solution."

"The solution is budget-friendly"

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

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

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

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

"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."

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"The price of the solution is very competitive in comparison with that of the competition."

"It is quite expensive compared to alternative technologies."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

11%

Computer Software Company

11%

Healthcare Company

Manufacturing Company

Performing Arts

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

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	4
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	2

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 needs improvement with Nokia Ethernet Service Switch?

We can understand the customer network better and propose products accordingly as areas for improvement. Engaging with customers directly would improve how that could be done easily. Many times the...

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What is your primary use case for Nokia Ethernet Service Switch?

I am a system integrator working for different customers. My clients use this product for their network, either for network upgrade or new rollout.

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What advice do you have for others considering Nokia Ethernet Service Switch?

This possibility could be provided by the vendor. I advise people looking to use Nokia Ethernet Service Switch to always look for reliability rather than going for cheaper Chinese products. On a sc...

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Also Known As

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Nokia ESS, Nokia 7450 Ethernet Service Switch, Nokia 7450 ESS

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

The Nokia 7450 Ethernet Service Switch (ESS) family of Carrier Ethernet switch routers is designed to deliver advanced Carrier Ethernet services. It also provides the ideal platform for the metro Ethernet aggregation of fixed and mobile networks.

Nokia

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

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