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Huawei Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Routers and 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

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
MikroTik Routers and Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
6th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
68
Ranking in other categories
Routers (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.3%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Routers and Switches is 7.1%, up from 4.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

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…
AnikIslam - PeerSpot reviewer
Cost-effective protocol support and a straightforward setup with room for login enhancements
In the network operations center, I manage our client's bandwidth. We connect with our clients through BGP and OSPF based on client demands. We also manage routing protocols, policies, internal firewalls, and other details like QE bandwidth, client manage bandwidth management, PoE, PPPoE, and DNS…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"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."
"Pricing-wise, Huawei is quite good."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its very simple configuration."
"I use it on a daily basis and I find it to be quite stable."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches support multiple vendors. You can integrate them according to the network scenario. Their power consumption is low."
"It is a very stable solution."
"The solution is easy to set up."
"The setup is easy."
"We've enjoyed the fact that it has very good performance."
"I have seen a return on investment since we didn't have to pay a licensing fee."
"The cost and versatility are the solution's most valuable features. You can do anything with them if you know how to. The solution has a whole portfolio of routing features available."
"What I like best about MikroTik Routers and Switches is its easy handling. The product also has a significantly good interface."
"The most valuable feature is that you can do anything on all platforms."
"The stability is good."
"This is a good solution."
 

Cons

"Huawei has a lot of issues; it's not in sync properly. For instance, if the ONT is down, there's another problem with another ONT that is not functioning correctly. Even after configuring the siding, I cannot reach some other side, and I don't know why it's happening."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"The performance has been slow at times."
"The company needs to provide more on hand training on the product."
"I would like to see some improvements in the access layer switch that is available in Aruba."
"I would like to see more training opportunities available."
"There are some support issues."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches have not automated its firmware."
"I would like to have the option of having multiple logins."
"The solution is a complicated device."
"The initial setup can be a bit difficult. The configuration can take a lot of time."
"It would be very good if these products are accessible via different kinds of shells and GUI. It will make these solutions very usable."
"Sometimes, when I need to reboot or change software, MikroTik crashes."
"In the Israeli market, we are in need of Hebrew support."
"Troubleshooting can be complex."
"The ports could be improved, as certain areas may need to be terminated with a greater number of Ethernet ports. We initially faced challenges that hindered our network usage, especially with third-party applications that were not certified or supported. It took some time to streamline and resolve these issues."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheaper than other competitors."
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheap and cost around ten dollars."
"This is an affordable solution."
"Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model."
"The price is affordable."
"When we purchase MikroTik devices, a certain level of the license is included in the price."
"Here in Bangladesh, MikroTik Routers and Switches cost 90,000 Taka, or converting that figure to dollars is $1,000."
"When I compare the price of this solution to competitors it is priced a little high. There is not a license required for this solution."
"This product is cheaper than competing products by other vendors."
"The solution is not expensive."
"This product is a one-time purchase."
"When you buy a license, it is for life and you don't need to buy another one every year."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Educational Organization
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Comms Service Provider
16%
Computer Software Company
14%
Hospitality Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

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.
How do Cisco Enterprise routers compare with Mikrotik routers and switches?
Cisco Enterprise Routers are very stable and easy to use. They offer a very solid performance and are very secure. They also have a very good, long lifespan. We feel the command configuration is ve...
Which are better - Ubiquiti UniFi switches or MikroTik routers and switches?
Ubiquiti Unifi is a great solution. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfigure an AP or ga...
What do you like most about MikroTik Routers and Switches?
The price is a big factor. They are very affordable, and the quality is high.
 

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)
ABB, Boingo Wireless, JPL, HP, Allied Telesis, iPass, Mips Technologies, MicroAge, Matsushita, Telia, undp, WFP, NASA
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