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Huawei Ethernet Switches vs Meraki MS Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

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

Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
13th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Meraki MS Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
98
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Meraki MS Switches is 2.6%, down from 3.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Meraki MS Switches2.6%
Huawei Ethernet Switches3.2%
Other94.2%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
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…
Thanadesh Namuengrak - PeerSpot reviewer
Lead IT Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Cloud-managed switches have improved secure segmentation and simplified automated patching
Meraki MS Switches are easy to manage, but I believe they are more suitable for use on the IT side because Meraki faces the internet, requiring an open connection through the internet for control. It is not the same as Cisco switches, which operate via command line. I normally use command line for configuration, while Meraki utilizes a cloud-based dashboard that necessitates a constant internet connection for configuration. Therefore, I find Meraki MS Switches more suitable for the IT side. The improvement needed for Meraki MS Switches is the ability to connect in the worst case when I encounter internet issues. When I cannot connect to the internet and need to configure or connect directly to Cisco switches or access Meraki for changes, I face difficulties. When Meraki MS Switches can be configured without an internet connection, I think I can use Meraki MS Switches on the OT side. The only improvement I seek is configuration without an internet connection.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It is also easy to implement in the first place."
"The technical documentation available is very good. The technical support for the customer is also good - I would give it 8 out of 10."
"In terms of the most valuable features, LAN switching is more comfortable and valuable in the network. It is easy to configure and easy to deploy. It is helpful for the installation and it is easy to troubleshoot issues. It's an easy product to understand. It's a good 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 solution is very inexpensive, the documentation is very good, and technical support is also very good."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are functional. It has a good response to resolve issues."
"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."
"It is a stable product. I rate it a nine out of ten...It is a scalable solution."
"The top feature of Meraki MS switches for me is Layer 7 application visibility. Another positive in general is that you don't need to set up a console to the switch itself; it dials in to a single dashboard where you can completely manage all your network devices."
"Easy access to the solution is the most valuable feature."
"Most of the features are cloud-based so it's easy to manage it from anywhere - even from your mobile."
"With Meraki, there is the advantage that you have dashboard access via the internet and you can work on it from anywhere."
"We are satisfied with the solution when it comes to that concerning a small environment."
"We like that it can work on a cloud basis, giving the customer a choice to operate from a central location and control everything from there, providing a proactive approach to networking for IT infrastructure that will bring better uptime and availability to the network."
"The product is very straightforward."
"It is easy to configure and provides complete visibility of the graphic end point."
 

Cons

"The configuration could be improved and deployment should be easier. It's also quite expensive."
"The solution should make the text report more accessible."
"I had issues with patching the IOS. But right now I think Huawei has improved very much in the advanced technology and is more stable now. I think patch and bug fixes should be announced on a scheduled basis."
"The stability could be improved."
"The OS, features, and usage aren't great. There's a lack of resources and support."
"In the next release, I would like to see an increase in the performance of DDoS protection systems against all kinds of attack packets."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"Huawei should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion."
"Pricing is higher than other options."
"The firewall is not very powerful. The other week, one of the switches only gave one gigabit of output. It's become a concern for our customers."
"The product is not scalable. It's a physical device and therefore limited."
"Performance is an area in need of improvement. Other systems, such as Juniper switches, perform better for the same or less money."
"The product's high price is an area of concern where improvements are required."
"When we do any changes to the core switch it causes the devices to reboot."
"I've had some hardware failure issues on the POE side on several switches across the years. There seems to be a problem with the POE ports of their unit system."
"The solution needs to improve its scalability."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."
"A cost-effective product"
"Huawei comes with a lot of features out of the box that you have to pay extra for with other products. They do charge extra in the licensing for certain additional features."
"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
"The solution's pricing is in the middle, but you will be charged when you upgrade the tenant."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"Its price is definitely competitive."
"With the solution that we currently have, I think it costs about 1,200 pounds a year. They bill on a yearly basis."
"The yearly maintenance fee is $100 and you can purchase the switches used for about $200 each."
"I don't have an issue with the price of this solution."
"The solution is a bit on the pricey side."
"The product's licensing cost is about 30% to 40% of the hardware cost."
"The price of Meraki MS Switches is less expensive than other similar solutions."
"One key challenge often encountered is the perception that strategic products like Cisco and Meraki tend to be more expensive than alternatives like Aruba."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
14%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Construction Company
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
16%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Construction Company
9%
Computer Software Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise20
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business54
Midsize Enterprise20
Large Enterprise22
 

Questions from the Community

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.
What is your primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
The primary use case for Huawei Ethernet Switches is for network purposes, including SaaS services.
What needs improvement with Meraki MS Switches?
Meraki MS Switches are easy to manage, but I believe they are more suitable for use on the IT side because Meraki faces the internet, requiring an open connection through the internet for control. ...
What is your primary use case for Meraki MS Switches?
I have experience with Cisco products as I implement a lot of them. For example, I implemented switches and access points when I worked for infrastructure in a motorcycle company, and I implemented...
 

Also Known As

No data available
MS220, MS320, MS420
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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)
Cisco Live Milan, Hyatt
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