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We performed a comparison between MikroTik Cloud Router Switch and Ubiquiti UniFi 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 MikroTik Cloud Router Switch vs. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
787,033 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The tool has impacted our company's network costs and productivity in a perfect manner and percentage-wise, I can say it is 120 percent.""It is easy to set up.""Some of the most valuable features are the simplicity, cost, usability, and power. As a package, it's extremely effective.""The most valuable feature is that it has better throughput than its competitors.""It is easy to set up the solution.""The GUI is easy to use.""There are a lot of features to control permitting or stopping packets in the network.""A valuable aspect is its user-friendly configuration, making it accessible even for individuals with basic technical knowledge."

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"The interface and the duality are the solution's most valuable features.""The product’s most valuable features are stability and scalability.""The ability to deploy quickly and then having one central location for all the settings are its most valuable aspects.""Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are stable and support Layer 3. They come with a user-friendly interface. If you're not familiar with the command-line interface or you wouldn't like to configure it by using the command line, they have a user-friendly interface that you can use. They also have good documentation about how to use these switches.""It's been working fine, it's been stable, and there are no interruptions.""The product is seamless and robust.""The solution is very reliable and stable.""The two most valuable features are the remote access user and the side-to-side connection."

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Cons
"In medium to large sectors, there's a necessity for managing aspects like proxy firewalls.""Technical support could be better.""MikroTik needs to add some features like IPS, mail security, or antivirus, et cetera.""The solution does not yet offer a SaaS version.""There has to be more development in the OS. It's complex for this switch as compared to others like Cisco. For NetGear and Cisco, it's easy to adapt the VLAN concept but it should be simplified for MikroTik.""The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has some shortcomings.""Stuff that I'd like to be improved is really just training and documentation because I think the feature set is full. Another improvement I'd suggest is that their new, bigger releases should be a bit more stable.""The initial setup is complex."

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"I think they need to provide a better firewall solution.""Functionalities can change quite quickly without notice.""We need to upgrade everything too often.""Ubiquiti UniFi Switches need to add DNS lookup features.""Ubiquiti tends to end-of-life things faster than other companies do. Cisco tends to be in the 8-, 10-, 12-year time frame, and Ubiquiti tends to be in the 4- or 5-year time frame.""It would be nice if there was a way to label all of the ports on it so that I could include information about where the various connections go.""I would recommend changing the solution to a recognized one, such as Check Point or Fortinet.""I had some initial problems with the configuration that necessitated contacting technical support."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."
  • "This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."
  • "The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."
  • "They came with the licensing when we purchased them."
  • "The price is competitive."
  • "In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."
  • "The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."
  • "I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."
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  • "Ubiquiti switches are quite affordable and you don't have to pay extra for support."
  • "I feel that the price of this solution is definitely reasonable compared to all of the others."
  • "The price is very low and a good approach for a smaller company, with 10 to 15 people."
  • "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."
  • "The price is reasonable."
  • "The price of this product is cheap."
  • "The price of the solution is fair compared to others. However, it is expensive."
  • "The price is good, and it doesn't require additional licenses."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The tool has impacted our company's network costs and productivity in a perfect manner and percentage-wise, I can say it is 120 percent.
    Top Answer:I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it.
    Top Answer:The product might have room for improvement. I am satisfied with the product till now. The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has… more »
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer:We have integrated the tool for PoE switches and non-PoE switches. Its most valuable feature is SD-WAN. UniFi SD-WAN can access all statistics and performance data in one interface, enabling us to… more »
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    Reviews
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    Average Words per Review
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    Rating
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    Also Known As
    MikroTik CRS Series
    UniFi Switches
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    Overview
    MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is a new Smart Switch series. It combines the best features of a fully functional router and a Layer 3 switch, is powered by the familiar RouterOS. All the specific Switch configuration options are available in a special Switch menu, also ports can be removed from the switch configuration, and used for routing purposes.

    Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are managed Gigabit switches (Available with 24 or 48 RJ45 Gigabit ports) designed to meet all your network needs while delivering excellent performance. The switches’ excellent network performance is combined with fiber connectivity that includes two SFP ports and the ability to process traffic without putting packet loss at risk.

    Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Are:

    • Easy to deploy
    • Simple to use
    • Affordable
    • Reliable and stable

    Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Support These Three Output Modes:

    • PoE: Uses IEEE 802.3af standard to deliver up to 15.4W.
    • PoE+: Uses IEEE 802.3at standard to deliver up to 30W.
    • PoE++: Uses IEEE 802.3bt standard to deliver up to 60W.

    Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Support These Three Input Modes:

    • US-8 (PoE, PoE+)
    • USW-Flex (PoE, PoE+, PoE++)
    • USW-Flex Mini (PoE, PoE+)

    Ubiquiti UniFi Switches Features:

    • Scalability
    • Stability
    • Reliable hardware
    • Alarm alerting system
    • Dual-band
    • PoE+ flexibility
    • Fiber connectivity
    • User-friendly GUI
    • Mesh networking
    • Secure management
    • High speed
    • Excellent dashboards
    • Reporting and detailed analytics
    • Multi-site management
    • Deep packet inspection

    Benefits of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches:

    • Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are silent because they are designed without a fan.
    • They help simplify your network infrastructure and cabling.
    • Ubiquiti UniFi Switches offer 24 to 48 port switch versions to work with.
    • Ubiquiti UniFi Switches provide redundant power if the internal power supply fails.
    • Ubiquiti UniFi Switches include the forwarding capacity to simultaneously process traffic on all ports at line rate without any packet loss.
    • Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are rated as affordable when compared with competitors.
    • Available with 24 or 48 RJ45 Gigabit ports
    • Configuration with Ubiquiti UniFi is easy; It's simple to configure or reconfigure an AP or gateway quickly.
    • By having a mobile app, Unifi makes it easy to check on sites and to configure APs individually if necessary.
    • With Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, you can operate your IP cameras and phones through a single network cable.


    Reviews from Real Users

    A PeerSpot user who is a Director of Technical Operations/CTO at a consultancy says "The ability to deploy quickly and then having one central location for all the settings are its most valuable aspects."

    "The integration with the controller is one of the most valuable features of these switches. They are also very stable. For example, we have some equipment that we haven't touched for four years that is still reliable," says Doru I., Senior solutions architect at Aplix Technologies

    Murali S., Management Consultant at a consultancy, explains that “For the world where you have to balance traffic and traffic loads and bandwidth, their GUI makes it really easy because the switches, though they are enterprise grade level two or level three switches, the GUI is designed so that it's easy to set up VLANs where you need to control your traffic so that your phones don't break up and get choppy because of other people loading the network down too heavily."

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    Buyer's Guide
    MikroTik Cloud Router Switch vs. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about MikroTik Cloud Router Switch vs. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is ranked 15th in Ethernet Switches with 18 reviews while Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is ranked 3rd in Ethernet Switches with 46 reviews. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is rated 8.0, while Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch writes "Straightforward setup, suitable for small offices to large ones and capable switches". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches writes "Offers a good controller, seamless design and easy to deploy ". MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is most compared with MikroTik Routers and Switches, Netgate TNSR, Huawei Enterprise Routers, Arista Networks Platform and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center, whereas Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, NETGEAR Switches, Aruba Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches. See our MikroTik Cloud Router Switch vs. Ubiquiti UniFi Switches report.

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