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Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus vs HPE Ethernet Switches comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerSwitch Managed Ca...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
31st
Average Rating
9.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
13th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is 0.9%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE 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 Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
HPE Ethernet Switches3.5%
Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus0.9%
Other95.6%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

EE
Network Security Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Secure, easy to use, and dashboard works well
I use this solution with VxRail I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well. In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems. In the future, I…
KK
General Manager at Zenith Business Solutions
Security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness drive success across different business scales
HPE Ethernet Switches are very much covered on the security front due to their ClearPass technology, which is exceptional. They are highly scalable and stable, which is vital for large enterprises that require reliable performance. Additionally, HPE Ethernet Switches offer a cost-saving advantage as they are approximately 40% cheaper than comparable Cisco solutions. The integration of the switches is very straightforward, making them an attractive choice for many organizations.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well."
"The solution is highly stable."
"The features which have been most valuable are the ease of using the management console and the UI."
"HP's people redesigned our whole data center and networking architecture, and it's been stable and we've been able to scale."
"The performance is great."
"I like that HPE's management functions are GUI-based, so it doesn't rely on command lines."
"We get a lifetime warranty for the solution so whenever the switches get faulty, you can get a replacement."
"It offers standard security such as 802.1x, RADIUS/TACACS authentication, port-security, DHCP snooping and much more."
"The technical support for this solution has improved from what it was."
 

Cons

"In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems."
"We have some problems with the performance of our HPE Ethernet Switches because they are old."
"The only improvement I can think of is that it could be better with less updates."
"These switches are not as stable as those from Cisco."
"It would be helpful to have training available for this solution."
"We would always be happier if the price were reduced."
"I would also like to see a more centralized private management console for the series of devices. Most solutions are adopting centralized cloud-based management, but my client base believes cloud solutions are too insecure. You've got a few dozen switches, so it would be nice to have the ability to manage them on a "single pane of glass.""
"We're quite basic users, but what I'd really like to see improvement on is the management."
"The solution would be easier to set up if its GUI could improve or if it had a wizard."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of the solution is fair."
"We just bought new switches for $500 last year, and now, the same switch is $800. It's gone up in price in the last 12 months."
"The license cost is yearly."
"They are affordable and less expensive than Cisco. Their price was the decider at the time."
"The price could be more competitive."
"The licensing cost is set up annually or every three years."
"We need to pay when we buy the switch. We pay for a license to use the software, but it is not required."
"It is a more expensive solution."
"We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Outsourcing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Construction Company
9%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business62
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise32
 

Questions from the Community

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
When compared to Cisco, Aruba is about 40% cheaper. However, Huawei would be even cheaper than Aruba. We can't compare HPE Ethernet Switches with Huawei directly because of different price ranges.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products. It's a cha...
What is your primary use case for HPE Ethernet Switches?
Our primary use case for HPE Ethernet Switches is in various business segments. I focus on the oil and gas segment, and I also work with private segment medium-sized organizations. My team handles ...
 

Also Known As

Dell EMC PowerSwitch Campus Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch Branch Series, PowerSwitch Campus and Branch Switches, PowerSwitch Campus Switches, PowerSwitch Branch Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch N Series, PowerSwitch N Series
HP Ethernet Switches
 

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