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Aruba Switches vs HPE Ethernet 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

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
HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
9th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
102
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Aruba Switches is 12.1%, up from 12.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Ethernet Switches is 2.4%, down from 2.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

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.
LuisSilva6 - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides ease of management and has an easy initial setup process
Primarily, we use the product for network and VLAN segmentation across our hospitality property. It forms the backbone of our network, providing connectivity to devices like TVs, phones, access points, and even electrical switches within guest rooms The product's most valuable feature is the ease…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We like the framework of fabric virtual switching."
"Very easy and quick to setup and provide a nice dashboard providing a view of everything."
"It can scale well."
"We like that it is very easy to manage the product through the cloud."
"The initial setup is quite easy."
"The speed of the processor allows for quicker boot-up times compared to Cisco switches."
"The solution is widely applicable to businesses like mine, thanks to its flexibility and compatibility with our warranty structure in South Africa."
"We have found that the command line interface is very useful and very similar to Cisco devices."
"It's fairly lightweight, they don't require a lot of maintenance."
"We found the installation process to be simple."
"We also get a couple of reports about the user or connected devices for prioritization."
"HPE Ethernet Switches are easy to configure."
"The initial setup is straightforward. The steps are simple, and you can always contact support if needed. Overall, it's easy."
"The solution offers lifetime warranties."
"We have scaled it without any issues."
"The most valuable feature is the IRF."
 

Cons

"They have limited CLI options in the UI and this is something that needs improvement."
"The initial setup is not easy."
"I think that the performance is getting better but they need to have more powerful switches on the market so that they can capture medium and large businesses."
"I would like to see something like a Cisco Prime, an application controlling the entire system, switches, and access points."
"I do not have any significant suggestions for improvement from my use."
"I would like to see them integrate a monitoring solution."
"It's an expensive product."
"We would like to see centralized, cloud-based management."
"The product could always use better technical support."
"They should release more updates for the solution."
"They could provide platform integration with other management tools for better reporting."
"In the next release, I would like to see them include more features like the Aruba solution, to have more possibilities concerning the software design."
"The management of the tool must be improved."
". There is room for improvement in pricing. One box shouldn't require additional installations. We need a package deal with licenses that are usable for different tasks. Right now, we need a license for every additional feature, which adds up."
"A lower price would be an improvement because we always want to reduce our costs."
"The solution lacks certain protocols and has a limited warranty."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Aruba Switches are less expensive than Cisco."
"There is a license required if you want to use wireless controls for micro-segmentation. However, for Aruba Switches there is no license required."
"Aruba Switches has a lifetime warranty on the solution and after five years the solution will be at its end of life."
"I don't know the exact cost of the licensing, but based on what I have heard from my sales team, Aruba is affordable. Aruba switches are cheaper than the switches from Cisco and other vendors."
"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."
"There are no licensing costs for the Aruba Switches."
"The tool is a little expensive for customers from other countries."
"I believe HPE is less expensive than Aruba's and UniFi and that is why certain clients have chosen them as their solution."
"HP switches are priced well."
"The licensing cost is set up annually or every three years."
"I like HPE switches because you get a perpetual license with the hardware. The initial cost is about the same as other switches, but it starts beating the competitors after three or four years because you don't have to pay for additional annual licensing costs."
"The price of the solution is expensive."
"The price could be more competitive."
"The licensing cost is yearly, and there aren't any additional costs on top of the standard fee."
"We have to pay for a yearly license for HPE Ethernet Switches."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
7%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
16%
Government
8%
Educational Organization
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

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.
What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
Based on my experience, I am quite happy with the switches at the moment and do not see any immediate room for improvement.
 

Also Known As

8400 Series, 8320 Series, 5400R Series, 3810 Series, 2930M Series, 2930F Series, 2920 Series, 2540 Series, 2530 Series
HP Ethernet Switches
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Purdue University
Emirates Palace Hotel
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