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Vendor: Extreme
4.2 out of 5
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ExtremeSwitching mindshare

As of June 2025, the mindshare of ExtremeSwitching in the LAN Switching category stands at 6.4%, up from 5.4% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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PeerResearch reports based on ExtremeSwitching reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryLAN SwitchingJun 14, 2025Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersJun 14, 2025Download
ComparisonExtremeSwitching vs Cisco Catalyst SwitchesJun 14, 2025Download
ComparisonExtremeSwitching vs Aruba Instant On SwitchesJun 14, 2025Download
ComparisonExtremeSwitching vs Cisco NexusJun 14, 2025Download
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Manufacturing Company
17%
Computer Software Company
13%
Government
8%
Construction Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Healthcare Company
6%
Retailer
5%
University
5%
Real Estate/Law Firm
5%
Comms Service Provider
5%
Energy/Utilities Company
4%
Wholesaler/Distributor
3%
Performing Arts
2%
Recreational Facilities/Services Company
2%
Sports Company
2%
Non Profit
2%
Consumer Goods Company
1%
Legal Firm
1%
Educational Organization
1%
Insurance Company
1%
Hospitality Company
1%
Logistics Company
1%
Transportation Company
1%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Museum Or Institution
1%
Outsourcing Company
1%
Renewables & Environment Company
1%
 

ExtremeSwitching reviews

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MURALI NIDAMANURI - PeerSpot user
Managing Director at VIPUN COGNITIVE SOLUTIONS PVT LTD.
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Nov 7, 2024
Outstanding performance with minimal maintenance and intuitive configuration

Pros

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

Cons

"ExtremeSwitching should provide command lines more readily without needing in-depth searching on their support portal, especially for unique configurations."
CJ
Co-Owner at Xtreme Works, Inc.Xtreme Works, Inc.
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Sep 19, 2024
Provides Telco-grade reliability and good network management system

Pros

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

Cons

"ExtremeSwitching should come out with simpler but lower-cost switches that are more suited to the Asian market."
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WA
Engineer at NewLogics
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Mar 5, 2025
Switching fabric simplifies administration and streamlines deployments for diverse business sectors

Pros

"The return on investment is high."

Cons

"ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes."
DT
Technician Analyst at a energy/utilities company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Oct 27, 2024
Superb value with advanced networking features and competitive pricing

Pros

"Some of the most valuable features of ExtremeSwitching are Fabric Attach and BGP, as well as the price point, which are superior in the market."

Cons

"While it is true of all vendors, there may be a slightly lower reliability standard."
MericDinc - PeerSpot user
Network division director at Toptal telecommunication company
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Sep 4, 2023
A comprehensive solution for compass projects with fabric and wifi with good pricing

Pros

"ExtremeSwitching fabric technology is a unique technology used to protect against viruses. ExtremeCloud IQ is a very good and feature-rich solution compared to Cisco, Ruxi Networks, or Huawei."

Cons

"Extreme Networks does not have any entry-level products. This is a problem for them because Aruba has an Instant On series, which is new and cost-effective. Cisco also has the 1000 series, and other brands offer entry-level products."
AnkurKumar - PeerSpot user
Consultant at HCL Technologies
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Oct 6, 2022
God performance, cost-effective, and capable of expanding

Pros

"It is meeting our expectations in terms of performance as well as cost-effectiveness."

Cons

"There are latency issues that need to be addressed. "
Sachin Vinay - PeerSpot user
Assistant Manager-Networks at Amrita
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Sep 11, 2022
Easy to configure, with a switching-level security feature

Pros

"In the case of small businesses, the solution is budget-friendly and easy to configure."

Cons

"The solution as a whole has hardware quality issues."
SK
Senior Project Manager at CITS
Verified user of ExtremeSwitching
Sep 27, 2023
A stable platform with no downtime, breakage, performance issues

Pros

"ExtremeSwitching is a good, stable platform."

Cons

"ExtremeSwitching is scalable to a certain extent for SME-segmented IP."