We compared Cisco Ethernet Switches and Huawei Ethernet Switches based on our user's reviews in several parameters.
Cisco Ethernet Switches are praised for their reliable network performance, ease of management, and cost-saving benefits. On the other hand, Huawei Ethernet Switches stand out for their extensive network capabilities, advanced security features, and efficient customer support. Cisco switches are noted for their affordability and user-friendly setup, while Huawei switches are commended for their high-speed connectivity. Both products have room for improvement in terms of network speed and reliability.
Features: Cisco Ethernet Switches are praised for their excellent network performance, seamless connectivity, reliable and efficient operations, advanced security measures, and user-friendly interface. On the other hand, Huawei Ethernet Switches are highly valued for their reliable performance, extensive network capabilities, high-speed and stable connectivity, efficient network management features, advanced security measures, and user-friendly interface.
Pricing and ROI: The setup cost of Cisco Ethernet Switches has been praised for being reasonable and not overly complex or time-consuming. User feedback suggests that the affordability, value for money, and user-friendly licensing make these switches a cost-effective solution. Huawei Ethernet Switches are also considered cost-effective, easy to install, and have a straightforward licensing process., Cisco Ethernet Switches have received highly satisfactory feedback regarding their ROI, with significant cost savings, improved network performance, and increased productivity. Users value the advanced features and ease of management. On the other hand, Huawei Ethernet Switches have also delivered substantial ROI, with cost savings, improved network performance, and increased productivity reported by users. Both products have proven to be worthwhile investments.
Room for Improvement: Cisco Ethernet Switches can improve network speed, reliability, connectivity, data transfer, stability, ease of use, setup, and configuration. Huawei Ethernet Switches need enhancements in performance, reliability, speed, stability, and compatibility with various network configurations.
Deployment and customer support: The reviews for Cisco Ethernet switches indicate mixed opinions on the time required for deployment and setup. Some users mentioned three months for deployment and a week for setup, while others reported a week for both. Meanwhile, the reviews for Huawei Ethernet switches also show varying durations. One user mentioned three months for deployment and a week for setup, whereas others mentioned one week for both. Overall, the reviews suggest that the time required for establishing a new tech solution can be a significant consideration., Cisco Ethernet Switches have highly rated customer service and support, while Huawei Ethernet Switches consistently receive praise for their exceptional assistance and guidance. Users highlight Huawei's prompt response, reliability, and efficiency, indicating commendable customer service.
The summary above is based on 70 interviews we conducted recently with Cisco Ethernet Switches and Huawei Ethernet Switches users. To access the review's full transcripts, download our report.
"The most valuable features of this solution are the auto-complete functionality and the end-to-end functionalities such as routing with the channel."
"The most valuable feature is the simplicity of the central management system(CMS)."
"This is a great solution for network switching and security."
"Being able to deal with multiple VLANs to segment the network logically is the biggest feature for us. The management of these switches is okay for us. These switches work very well, and they meet our needs."
"Cisco Ethernet Switches are great devices."
"The stability is 100%."
"I like that it's easy to use."
"The most valuable feature is the complete functionality, but the most important thing is support."
"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."
"The CLI syntax."
"The most valuable aspect of Huawei Ethernet Switches is their excellent scalability."
"They're straightforward to set up."
"The HTTP features for security are very good. We use all of the regular features."
"Huawei switches come in small, medium, and large capacities and can be used for monitoring and switching."
"Pricing-wise, Huawei is quite good."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"I don't like that you have to have a license of 10 years to use the switch. I don't understand that policy."
"The initial setup can be simplified."
"Cisco should strive to improve the software for its switches."
"One area for improvement could be integrating a single dashboard for both wired and wireless networks."
"The enterprise-level switches should have a simpler deployment. They should make it possible for lower-skilled workers to be able to deploy the product."
"We are less in the Cloud because the Cloud technologies didn't work so well. That happened in all of the companies where I've been engaged."
"The typical areas of concern for Cisco Ethernet Switches are not technical but cost including support costs. I’ve never liked the fact that end users cannot download security patches without a support contract. I’ve had trouble getting approval to renew Cisco support contracts due to the cost."
"The solution really should offer better pricing. It would help them stay competitive."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches should improve its user interface."
"The configuration could be improved and deployment should be easier."
"I have issues with the support's communication language. The tool's UI can be better."
"The GUI could be improved. It could be much more adaptable."
"I didn't like the Huawei Switches because of the different versions resetting the configuration issue. Huawei doesn't support Layer 3 modes while TOE and ARP have some issues."
"There needs to be more documentation. If they opened up a bit and shared more information and maybe allowed for YouTube videos about their products and how to work them, it would benefit the users quite a bit."
"The knowledge base needs to be improved and expanded."
"The product should improve cloud capability."
Cisco Ethernet Switches is ranked 1st in Ethernet Switches with 128 reviews while Huawei Ethernet Switches is ranked 12th in Ethernet Switches with 51 reviews. Cisco Ethernet Switches is rated 8.6, while Huawei Ethernet Switches is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Cisco Ethernet Switches writes "It's a solidly stable product from a leader in the field". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Huawei Ethernet Switches writes "The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades". Cisco Ethernet Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, D-Link Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and Mellanox Switches, whereas Huawei Ethernet Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center and Ubiquiti UniFi Switches. See our Cisco Ethernet Switches vs. Huawei Ethernet Switches report.
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