ExtremeSwitching vs Luxul Switches comparison

Extreme and Luxul are both solutions in the AV Over IP Switching category. Extreme is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.8, while Luxul is ranked #4. Extreme holds a 20.8% mindshare in AOIS, compared to Luxul’s 13.3% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Extreme users are willing to recommend the solution.

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We performed a comparison between ExtremeSwitching and Luxul Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two AV Over IP Switching solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeSwitching

Ranking in AV Over IP Switching

3rd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

LAN Switching (7th), Data Center Networking (6th)

Luxul Switches

Ranking in AV Over IP Switching

4th

Average Rating

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Ethernet Switches (27th)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the AV Over IP Switching category, the mindshare of ExtremeSwitching is 20.8%, down from 21.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 13.3%, up from 12.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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MURALI NIDAMANURI

Managing Director at VIPUN COGNITIVE SOLUTIONS PVT LTD.

Outstanding performance with minimal maintenance and intuitive configuration

Our primary use case for ExtremeSwitching is for costing, access networking, routing, and meeting network requirements. We have sold it in defense, government, and IT industries ExtremeSwitching significantly adds value to customers because maintenance is minimal. Once the network is set up,…

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Paul Krakowiak

Owner/Operator at KPax Audio Video - Networking & Security Surveillance

Rock-solid connectivity and WiFi coverage

It's a hardwired solution so our customers do not have to use a mesh network — I really dislike that. It causes too much delay, etc. As with any product, there is always room for improvement. A good router is not cheap. A good switch is not cheap. Let's say somebody develops a new frequency — 7GHz. Well, in that case, you'd need a special router. I have some customers who request Cat7 for their homes. That's way too much. So I'd say, "What are you going to run over here? Let's just run fiber optics. Then the customer will respond, "Well, I read somewhere and other people have told me that if you're going to wire your house, go with Cat7." I'd say, "Sir, you're not going to even utilize Cat5e." I use Cat5e, and believe it or not, I can pump at 10 gigabits per second with Cat5e. The same was true with ePoE — now we have ePoE+. Some switches with ePoE cannot supply as much juice as the modern ePoE+, which requires much more power. The basic switch doesn't have the capacity to deal with that. The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic. It pretty much just covers some basic IP information, defense, and how to change the administrator password — that's pretty much it. I am a dealer, I shouldn't have to contact support for basic answers.

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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

"ExtremeSwitching is a good, stable platform."

"It is very reliable because one of the reasons is the non-blocking architecture of Extreme Networks."

"Our vendors are great and they offer very good support services."

"The switches are fast."

"ExtremeSwitching switches are highly reliable."

"It's easy to configure, and the commands are intuitive."

"The solution can scale."

"The price is low compared to the competition."

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"The ePoE+ is great."

"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."

"The solution is less expensive than other options."

Cons

"We noticed over the years that the price of the Extreme Switches has been rising and this will become a concern in the future."

"While it is true of all vendors, there may be a slightly lower reliability standard."

"ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes."

"The interface could be improved."

"ExtremeSwitching should come out with simpler but lower-cost switches that are more suited to the Asian market."

"ExtremeSwitching switches are not prevalent in the industry, so it's harder to go online and research how to deploy their APs or switches. There is a broader user community for Cisco and Juniper because they've been around for a while and everybody has a bit of knowledge they can publish online."

"It could be cheaper in general."

"ExtremeSwitching has many features but having come from Cisco environments, there is a steep learning curve to learning all the functionality."

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"You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit."

"The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."

"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"On pricing, ExtremeSwitches are going to beat most of the major competition."

"The product is expensive."

"The pricing and licensing are good with the cloud."

"ExtremeSwitching offers very good pricing plans for their licenses. Compared to their rivals, ExtremeSwitching's prices are very affordable and reasonable. This is why our customers are happy to pay for their service critical support. ExtremeSwitching also offers a great portal to track clients, further satisfying our customers. They are always happy to pay for the service every month. The pricing is very reasonable."

"There is a cost for ExtremeSwitching and if you want the support and maintenance, there are additional costs. My clients typically pay for the support and maintenance annually."

"The price is expensive. We pay for a license, but you have to pay more if you want to increase the number."

"We paid 25,000 to 30,000 INR."

"There is no license required to use the solution. The hardware controller is expensive, and this is why I prefer controlling ExtremeSwitching on the cloud."

More ExtremeSwitching pricing and cost advice

"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

18%

Computer Software Company

13%

Government

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

12%

Educational Organization

Healthcare Company

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Company Size

By reviewers

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Midsize Enterprise

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ExtremeSwitching?

The product offers a single management platform for multiple models of switches. The tool also allows users to manage multiple sites from a single dashboard.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeSwitching?

ExtremeSwitching is priced in the mid-range, not too expensive nor too cheap.

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What needs improvement with ExtremeSwitching?

ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes.

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Overview

ExtremeSwitching is the family of products comprising different switch types: Modular (X8 and 8000 series [formerly BlackDiamond] and S and K series switches); Stackable (X-series and A, B, C, and 7100 series switches); Standalone (SSA, X430, and D, 200, 800, and ISW series); and Mobile Backhaul (E4G). ExtremeSwitching work from Edge Switching that ensures the performance and reliable operation of end-user devices and applications including port density, bandwidth, and network services to Aggregation / Core Switches is designed for the demanding needs of aggregation, top-of-rack and campus core environments, these switches deliver 10Gb, 40Gb and even 100Gb bandwidth with maximum throughput and reliability.

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Luxul is the leading innovator of simple-to-deploy professional grade IP networking solutions made just for custom installation professionals. Designed for use in both residential and commercial environments, the Luxul family offers a complete line of solutions that simplify network design and deployment—resulting in a scalable network that is both powerful and easy to install. With Luxul, installers can deliver the ultimate IP network without the complexity associated with traditional networking gear. All Luxul products include free lifetime support and a three-year limited warranty. Plus, Luxul equipment is available only through authorized distributors of residential and commercial integration products.

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