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Nokia Ethernet Service Switch vs Ubiquiti UniFi 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

Nokia Ethernet Service Switch
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
21st
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
3.1
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Nokia Ethernet Service Switch is 1.2%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is 5.8%, down from 7.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches5.8%
Nokia Ethernet Service Switch1.2%
Other93.0%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

MA
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.
Donald Ochanda - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Manager at Network Security and Crypto
Has delivered reliable performance over the years but still needs improvements in advanced networking features
I generally recommend Ubiquiti UniFi Switches for medium-sized corporate clients, as most of them don't mind the brand as long as the system works. With major corporate clients, they still have the mentality that Cisco is superior in the market, but medium-sized clients are easier to deploy at that level. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are improving technically since my last implementation. Our field engineers report significant improvements, and I was involved in Kenya's last general elections where we used Ubiquiti equipment, both wireless and switching, which performed excellently. My assessment of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches' centralized management is that, while I haven't interacted with it extensively, it works similarly to Cisco and Meraki platforms. Field engineers should be able to provide better answers regarding this feature. The port isolation feature on Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is standard, which I believe is appropriate considering they provide standard security features on the port.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Despite initial hindrances, once understood, these differences help in forming a good career foundation."
"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 solution saves time and money for my customer in terms of reliability and product durability."
"The most valuable feature is the product's availability."
"The performance and reliability are the solution's most valuable features."
"The most valuable features are user functionality and interoperability."
"7210 SAS help transformed our legacy network to an MPLS based services and improved the network performance and availability."
"The most valuable feature of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is that once you buy them, you own them."
"I can see which ports are connected and which ones are disconnected."
"The product is seamless and robust."
"Good price point and very simple to use."
"Because it's a managed switch, I have the ability to set controls and configure traffic priorities, VLAN ports, etc."
"The ability to deploy quickly and then having one central location for all the settings are its most valuable aspects."
"Ubiquiti's network management and the way you can manage many different devices on a network are really nice."
"It's been working fine, it's been stable, and there are no interruptions."
 

Cons

"The documentation needs improvement for better accessibility, as there isn't proper documentation currently available."
"The solution needs more monitoring tools."
"We would like to have an unified monitoring system, while Nokia have different monitoring system for different product, we find it to be quite troublesome."
"The release is not very stable. You should have stability in the card."
"I would like to see more collaboration with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) vendors, such as Itron."
"This solution is not particularly flexible."
"The segment routing could be improved, and they could also transfer a lot of legacy to the cloud domain."
"I would suggest improvements regarding enhancing support response times and implementing user interface modifications for quicker and more user-friendly interactions."
"New products don't integrate well with their management platform. Sometimes you have to go directly to the box or the switch to do the management."
"We've had issues with the power supply. I've had to change the power supply twice. I'm not sure what the issue is. We're still trying to work out why we're having problems with the switches and the cutting of the power supply. The solution should look into this to see if there is something wrong with the product."
"Cisco switches had advantages over Ubiquiti UniFi Switches during my last interaction because Cisco had many more functionalities."
"Functionalities can change quite quickly without notice."
"Some of the features needed to set up the solution are too complex. There's a lot of technical information that is required."
"The VPN technology in Ubiquiti products is really difficult for beginners who do not have the right skills."
"The stability and installation could be improved."
"This brand is not very popular in China."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is quite expensive compared to alternative technologies."
"The price of the solution is very competitive in comparison with that of the competition."
"Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are more expensive than other competitors."
"The price should be improved."
"I feel that the price of this solution is definitely reasonable compared to all of the others."
"The solution's pricing in the marketplace would probably be about three out of ten."
"The price of the solution is fair compared to others. However, it is expensive."
"The price of this product is cheap."
"The solution only offers one-year warranties but should offer three-year or limited-loss warranties."
"The price of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is really good. We have deployed a few Ubiquiti UniFi Switches in New Zealand, and they are a value for money. They are cheaper and stable, but if you have the budget, I would recommend Meraki switches."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Performing Arts
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Construction Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Construction Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business4
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise2
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business46
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise1
 

Questions from the Community

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...
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.
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...
Which switches are better - Ubiquiti Unifi or Netgear?
Ubiquiti Unifi offers a great set of features. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and also doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfi...
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 is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ubiquiti UniFi Switches?
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are cost-effective, offering similar performance and features as higher-priced alternatives like Cisco or Ruckus.
 

Also Known As

Nokia ESS, Nokia 7450 Ethernet Service Switch, Nokia 7450 ESS
UniFi Switches
 

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