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Aruba Switches vs Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
83
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Dell PowerSwitch Managed Ca...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
28th
Average Rating
9.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Aruba Switches is 11.7%, down from 12.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is 0.4%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Eunice Thirikwa - PeerSpot reviewer
Stable hotel networking enhances return on investment with valuable modular features
There are issues with the distribution side of Aruba Switches. For instance, the distributor in our country cannot sell to neighboring countries, creating complications in project execution. Improving the distribution network across regions would be beneficial. Also, the SFP modules are significantly more expensive than industry peers, which affects cost-effectiveness.
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Secure, easy to use, and dashboard works well
I use this solution with VxRail I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well. In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems. In the future, I…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This solution is really easy to use. It is much easier to use than Cisco. It's got a nice web interface for stepping up and an added warranty."
"Aruba's SameNet platform allows for a seamless transition from the data center to access switches, unlike Cisco, which has different operating systems for each."
"I rate the stability of Aruba Switches a ten."
"There is a feature where you can use Bluetooth. You can set up a Bluetooth pairing connection and do the configuration through your phone."
"The most valuable features of Aruba Switches include the dual control plane, stackable features such as stack V6 and VSF stacks."
"The most valuable feature of Aruba Switches is its performance."
"Aruba Central is very valuable to us."
"The Aruba care support and the lifetime warranty are very valuable aspects."
"I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well."
 

Cons

"The initial setup is relatively complex."
"I have some security issues with Aruba Switches. I need to update the firmware and then the problems might go away."
"If you work for a small business, then Cisco would be best."
"In my opinion, Aruba's new features, like the new firmware, need to be improved."
"I would say that the customization of the switches could be easier to configure."
"The firmware in this solution has a lot of bugs that become noticeable when you have complex implementations."
"There is room for improvement in the customer service and support team."
"We have had problems with the cooling fans on these switches."
"In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We pay for the clear pass and the controller."
"There is not a switch that I would give more than six out of ten for pricing because, over the last year, the prices have been increasing very high."
"It is expensive compared to the competition."
"The license is annual. If you purchase a switch, you get a one-year free subscription."
"The cost depends on the requirement. An extensive network will expand the budget. The price will be lower if there is a small requirement of one to ten switches. In comparison, Aruba is less costly than Cisco by about 10-20%."
"The price for Aruba is quite a bit cheaper than it is for similar products by Cisco."
"Aruba Switches are quite cost-effective."
"The tool is a little expensive for customers from other countries."
"The price of the solution is fair."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
8%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
18%
Insurance Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Aruba Switches?
Aruba lives up to the expectations of the tech giant hewlett packard enterprise providing excellent networking capabilities at a very affordable price compared to the equivalent from another tech g...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Aruba Switches?
I find it to be middle to high. It's not always affordable, but they're losing the pricing market against Huawei, let's just put it like that.
What needs improvement with Aruba Switches?
There isn't much room for improvement. A more granular breakdown in debugging would be beneficial. Apart from that, not much is needed.
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Also Known As

8400 Series, 8320 Series, 5400R Series, 3810 Series, 2930M Series, 2930F Series, 2920 Series, 2540 Series, 2530 Series
Dell EMC PowerSwitch Campus Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch Branch Series, PowerSwitch Campus and Branch Switches, PowerSwitch Campus Switches, PowerSwitch Branch Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch N Series, PowerSwitch N Series
 

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