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MikroTik Cloud Router Switch vs Ubiquiti UniFi Switches comparison

 

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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

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
18th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
22
Ranking in other categories
Routers (5th)
Ubiquiti UniFi Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 1.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is 7.4%, up from 6.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Anthony Quarshie - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides robust routing capability but needs simplified documentation
I am using it, and I recommend it to my customers in the financial sector The router power is the most valuable aspect. I have not tried AppSec. Everything, I do on my own with Sage or something similar. I do not rely on technical support. I have used the solution for a couple of years, like…
Thorsten Hansl - PeerSpot reviewer
Manage network traffic effectively with simple console management and helpful support
Before using UniFi Switches, I used a mixture of HP, Dell, Juniper, and some small D-Link switches. The main reason for switching was that the previous switches were old, with no more updates or support. I decided to use UniFi as a unified solution for all my needs, which includes various sizes of switches.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The technical support for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is superb."
"The router power is the most valuable aspect."
"The router power is the most valuable aspect."
"Some of the most valuable features are the simplicity, cost, usability, and power. As a package, it's extremely effective."
"The interface management and the user access management is pretty good."
"I like that it's quite flexible and addresses different issues. It's quite easy to use, and the pricing is great. We find them to be very capable switches."
"It is user-friendly, reliable, and cheap."
"The initial setup is easy."
"Managing the switches, such as the main server router, is straightforward. If you use UniFi, it’s easy because everything is integrated into the product. You can discover and manage any connected device with just one piece of equipment, like the UniFi controller. This applies to both the wireless LAN and the wired LAN. UniFi products are simple to manage and help maintain a good network profile."
"It is very easy to deploy. The deployment time for a single device is a near instant."
"The product's most valuable features include its robust performance and reliability."
"The switches' PoE capabilities have made device deployment very easy."
"I would gladly recommend Ubiquiti UniFi Switches."
"Great information on the graphical interface."
"I highly recommend Ubiquiti UniFi Switches due to their ease of management and cost efficiency."
"Ubiquiti UniFi Switches is a stable solution."
 

Cons

"The RAM capacity offered by the product needs to be increased, as it is one area where the tool currently has some shortcomings."
"It happens that you may find your network is down, if you reboot the switch, they come up. However, sometimes, they reset themselves. That's a big issue."
"Simplifying the documentation would be a good idea."
"Most of the time, the MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is stable. If I were to rate the stability on a scale of 1 to 10 where 10 is the best, I would give it a 5."
"In medium to large sectors, there's a necessity for managing aspects like proxy firewalls."
"The bulk efficiencies and the control of traffic could be a bit better."
"MikroTik is mostly used by medium and small businesses, so the security is not as robust as Cisco."
"The user interface could improve and they should allow a license for IBS."
"The VPN technology in Ubiquiti products is really difficult for beginners who do not have the right skills."
"Some of the features needed to set up the solution are too complex. There's a lot of technical information that is required."
"I had some initial problems with the configuration that necessitated contacting technical support."
"Most configuration can be done on the GUI but sometimes you have to go under the hood and tweak on the CLI."
"One of the downsides of the solution stems from the limited warranty that it offers to users."
"The support is pretty much email-based and that's horrible for an enterprise product. I can't call anybody right away."
"It's difficult to manage the WiFi on the edge switches in the same console."
"The routing capabilities of Layer 3 should be made easier to implement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."
"This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."
"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."
"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."
"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."
"The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."
"The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."
"The price is competitive."
"It's challenging to compare Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and other brands directly due to the significant price difference, especially between US brands like Cisco and Aruba versus others. However, compared to US brands, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches are more cost-effective. On the other hand, if compared with brands from China, it might seem expensive."
"The solution's pricing in the marketplace would probably be about three out of ten."
"The price is very low and a good approach for a smaller company, with 10 to 15 people."
"Ubiquiti switches are quite affordable and you don't have to pay extra for support."
"The solution only offers one-year warranties but should offer three-year or limited-loss warranties."
"Apart from the basic licensing costs, there are no additional charges attached to the product."
"Ubiquiti is much more affordable than enterprise brands."
"The setup costs are reasonable, and there are no additional licensing fees beyond the initial purchase."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Educational Organization
9%
Hospitality Company
8%
Computer Software Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
University
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
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.
What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?
Regarding improvements in the MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, I am not sure as it is a good product. The performance could potentially be improved, but for this market segment, it is a good product. ...
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 do you like most about Ubiquiti UniFi Switches?
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...
 

Also Known As

MikroTik CRS Series
UniFi Switches
 

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