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We performed a comparison between 3Com H3C Switches and Cisco Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed 3Com H3C Switches vs. Cisco Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Question: Is there any available comparison table between 3Com H3C Switch vs Cisco Ethernet Switch?
Answer: The main differences between 3Com H3C switches and Cisco Ethernet switches include the following: Price 3Com H3C switches are generally less expensive than Cisco Ethernet switches, as shared by others. Features Some find that Cisco Ethernet switches typically offer more features than 3Com H3C switches, such as support for advanced routing protocols, VLANs, and QoS. Support It is reported that Cisco Ethernet switches have a more active and larger community of users and support professionals. If you need a budget-friendly switch with good performance and ease of use, a 3Com H3C switch may be a good option. If you want a switch with more features and support, you may want to consider a Cisco Ethernet switch. Remember that both 3Com H3C switches and Cisco Ethernet switches are considered by many reliable and well-respected brands and that businesses worldwide prefer using either of the two.
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Pros
"They're straightforward and stable.""They are easy to use, they are cheaper, and it's a trusted brand.""The reliability of the solution has been the best feature.""The installation is quite straightforward.""The hardware side is a very big advantage. We use it 24/7 and we haven't had any problems so far with the switches."

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"The solution effectively provides a stable connection for users.""I know this solution for many years. I know the GUI and commands, and they are useful for me. I have all the functions that I want.""The queue functionality is the solution's most valuable feature, specifically because we are delivering a lot of Layer 2 services. Layer 2 protocol tunnels work well on Cisco switches.""The procedures and handling of these switches are easy.""One of the most valuable aspects of Cisco Ethernet Switches is many engineers can work on the equipment. You can find qualified engineers that can configure Cisco equipment more than any other networking equipment.""Cisco Ethernet Switches is a very stable product.""A stable product that is absolutely dependable.""I'm satisfied with Cisco switches. It's stable and beautiful."

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Cons
"The cost and the integration with other solutions could be better.""I think there's nothing that needs to be improved because the company is no longer in existence.""The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.""The configuration of 3Com H3C Switches could be better.""When we try to do configuration changes sometimes it malfunctions."

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"If we can have fewer bugs on our switches, that would be great. We had bugs that caused the switch to reboot. There is probably a problem with the software.""Location of customers to connect clients to the servers and transport the data and VoIP in parallel with QoS and NBAR with 802.1X.""The solution's reliability should be improved.""Cisco products are expensive compared to any other solution. Now, there are many competitors that give the same level of services - such as Juniper or Aruba.""The installation is difficult and requires further training documentations.""Up to a certain network size, it is easy to scale, but after that, it becomes difficult.""There are some GUI configuration improvements that they can implement in the future for the product models.""They need to offer free replacements until the end of life for devices."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost could be improved, but it is cheaper than the others."
  • "3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."
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  • "Not inexpensive. Price will vary widely depending on the chosen product and size of the deployment."
  • "Pricing for this product is high but the cost is worth it if you can afford it."
  • "The pricing is reasonable, and for small business it is acceptable."
  • "The price of this solution is good."
  • "This is an expensive solution, but you are paying for stability."
  • "The last time I bought a 24-port switch, which was a while ago, I paid about five or six thousand Euros. In this part of the world, that's quite expensive for us."
  • "These switches are expensive, but they are an excellent buy and definitely have value for the investment."
  • "We are happy with the pricing from Cisco."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The installation is quite straightforward.
    Top Answer:3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten.
    Top Answer:The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.
    Top Answer:Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the… more »
    Top Answer:We researched Cisco but ultimately chose Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access, mostly because of the price Fortinet FortiSwitch is an ethernet switch solution that provides security and performance… more »
    Top Answer:Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether Cisco or Juniper Ethernet switches were the better fit for us. We decided to go with Juniper. Juniper ethernet switches are a lesser-known… more »
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    23rd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    365
    Rating
    7.0
    1st
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    32,935
    Comparisons
    29,657
    Reviews
    32
    Average Words per Review
    388
    Rating
    8.9
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    Also Known As
    Cisco Industrial Ethernet Switches
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    Overview
    3Com Baseline switches provide cost-effective layer 2 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs that do not need management capabilities. Simple to install and economical to own, they feature wirespeed performance on fixed-configuration, rack-mountable platforms.
    Cisco Ethernet Switches scale to meet the needs of networks of all sizes. They are Secure, Reliable and Seamless.
    Sample Customers
    British Columbia Assessment Authority, DreamWorks, DRV
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    University8%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider12%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Educational Organization10%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Government9%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Financial Services Firm7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise58%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business40%
    Midsize Enterprise24%
    Large Enterprise36%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise55%
    Buyer's Guide
    3Com H3C Switches vs. Cisco Ethernet Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about 3Com H3C Switches vs. Cisco Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    771,157 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    3Com H3C Switches is ranked 23rd in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews while Cisco Ethernet Switches is ranked 1st in Ethernet Switches with 128 reviews. 3Com H3C Switches is rated 8.0, while Cisco Ethernet Switches is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of 3Com H3C Switches writes "Reliable platform with a straightforward installation process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Cisco Ethernet Switches writes "It's a solidly stable product from a leader in the field". 3Com H3C Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, whereas Cisco Ethernet Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, D-Link Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches. See our 3Com H3C Switches vs. Cisco Ethernet Switches report.

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