Cisco Ethernet Switches vs Luxul Switches comparison

Cisco and Luxul are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. Cisco is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.8, while Luxul is ranked #27. Cisco holds a 18.9% mindshare in ES, compared to Luxul’s 0.6% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution.

Cisco Ethernet Switches

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Cisco Ethernet Switches and Luxul Switches compete in the network technology category. Cisco Ethernet Switches generally have the upper hand due to their robust performance and extensive scalability, making them attractive to enterprises needing comprehensive solutions.

Features: Cisco Ethernet Switches provide advanced Layer 3 functionality, VLAN support, and high port density for complex networks. Luxul Switches focus on simple management options, plug-and-play setup, and essential functionality, ideal for smaller networks.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Luxul Switches are easier to deploy due to their intuitive design requiring minimal technical expertise, suitable for quick installations. Cisco Ethernet Switches, while more complex, offer superior scalability and integration options, backed by comprehensive customer support, fitting extensive deployments.

Pricing and ROI: Cisco Ethernet Switches have a higher initial setup cost reflecting their feature set and scalability, leading to higher ROI in large-scale setups. Luxul Switches, with a lower price point and quicker setup, provide value for simpler network needs, appealing to cost-conscious buyers.

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Ethernet Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

134

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Luxul Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

27th

Average Rating

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

AV Over IP Switching (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Cisco Ethernet Switches is 18.9%, down from 20.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Luxul Switches is 0.6%, down from 0.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches

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Pradeep Adhav

Asst IT Manager at Ultra Engineers

Network security enhancement with sturdy switches despite high costs

The Cisco Ethernet switches are primarily used as regular core switches for networking, distribution, and access levels. We also utilize Cisco Wi-Fi, VPN, and Wi-Fi controllers The Cisco Ethernet switches have improved our network's security, ensuring it is 100% secure by not allowing any…

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Paul Krakowiak

Owner/Operator at KPax Audio Video - Networking & Security Surveillance

Rock-solid connectivity and WiFi coverage

It's a hardwired solution so our customers do not have to use a mesh network — I really dislike that. It causes too much delay, etc. As with any product, there is always room for improvement. A good router is not cheap. A good switch is not cheap. Let's say somebody develops a new frequency — 7GHz. Well, in that case, you'd need a special router. I have some customers who request Cat7 for their homes. That's way too much. So I'd say, "What are you going to run over here? Let's just run fiber optics. Then the customer will respond, "Well, I read somewhere and other people have told me that if you're going to wire your house, go with Cat7." I'd say, "Sir, you're not going to even utilize Cat5e." I use Cat5e, and believe it or not, I can pump at 10 gigabits per second with Cat5e. The same was true with ePoE — now we have ePoE+. Some switches with ePoE cannot supply as much juice as the modern ePoE+, which requires much more power. The basic switch doesn't have the capacity to deal with that. The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic. It pretty much just covers some basic IP information, defense, and how to change the administrator password — that's pretty much it. I am a dealer, I shouldn't have to contact support for basic answers.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The features that I have found most valuable with Cisco switches are that once you get your configuration you can rest assured that it will work. The OS is not going to be failing intermittently or anything like that. Once you get your configuration end-goal right, the firmware and the OS are usually very stable enough to work a long time without support. Support is needed once in a while. My experience is that the Cisco switches are usually rocket."

"The most valuable feature of Cisco Ethernet Switches is their capacity."

"We like the stability and scalability of Cisco Ethernet Switches."

"It is a scalable solution."

"The security of the switches is pretty impressive. There are many security features available on the product."

"We have found it to be scalable. We have approximately three million subscribers."

"As I am Cisco certified, I like the way that I can program them."

"Cisco Ethernet Switches are more stable than other products."

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"The solution is less expensive than other options."

"The ePoE+ is great."

"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver."

Cons

"The current state of Cisco Ethernet Switches leaves room for improvement, particularly in regard to central management and security. While they possess the capability to function as owners of Layer Two, they fall short in regard to security awareness. While there are some supplementary products available that can provide additional security measures, such as the deployment of virtual machines, these solutions are external and not integrated within the switch itself. For this reason, Cisco Ethernet switches could benefit from incorporating the same centralized management and security features as other companies, such as Fortinet, offer in their FortiSwitches. By being aware of potential threats such as MAC spoofing and ARP poisoning, the switch can provide a more comprehensive level of security."

"There's are other products that are better for network programmability. Cisco isn't as programmable as some preferred vendors. For example, on iOS 6 products, you have to commit the change directly on the running configuration. If you have a generic product you can do this, so it can improve in programmability."

"One thing we did have to work around is, on the broadcast side, we're reliant on the PTP protocol, precision time protocol, and the Cisco switches in general, don't support that."

"Technical support for integrations with other network products is insufficient and should be improved."

"It'll also help if it can support more network utilization."

"Firewall features should be pre-enabled in Cisco Ethernet switches. FortiGate switches are considered more valuable because they have firewall capabilities."

"There is room for improvement in terms of cost."

"The GUI is not that easy."

More Cisco Ethernet Switches cons

"The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."

"You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit."

"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Price-wise, Cisco Ethernet Switches is a product that falls a little bit on the expensive side."

"When we want an extra feature then we need to purchase another license bundle."

"The solution can be comparatively cheaper."

"Cisco offers annual and three-year license options."

"Price is a pain point for us. We've lost a lot of bids, and the reason has been that we majorly quoted Cisco devices. Some of our competitors quoted other devices like Ubiquity or Microchip. Some even quoted this Chinese product TP-Link, and they won the bid over us because we quoted Cisco. Meanwhile, the major reason why we quoted Cisco is reliability and stability from day one. They also last longer. The prices could be worked on so that they become more affordable. We had to deploy a city-wide WiFi network, and we were working in conjunction with Google. Because of the price, even Google recommended a product called Ruckus, so we used Ruckus over Cisco. Its price and license were the main reasons. You have to pay to renew the license every year. Even though you also renew the licenses for Ruckus, but they are much cheaper than Cisco. So, while I would recommend Cisco any time, the trouble remains with the pricing."

"Cisco products are not cheap, which is something that can be improved."

"The product is expensive."

"The cost of the solution is by unit."

More Cisco Ethernet Switches pricing and cost advice

"The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."

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Comparison Review

it_user82779

Engineer at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Jan 29, 2014

Benefits of Juniper vs Cisco

Both are decent products. I prefer Juniper for the following reasons: 1) Cleaner separation of data plane from control plane. Higher end Cisco devices are better at this but most of the lower end products still seem to be more integrated than I like. 2) The Hierarchical config design means I can…

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Questions from the Community

Would you recommend replacing a Cisco Catalyst Switch by a D-link one?

Hello Mesfin It depends on the real scenario, the cisco 2960 is a very good device and they usually have routing functions but there are many different models within the same 2960 line, and on the ...

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Which would you choose - Fortinet Fortiswitch secure access or Cisco Ethernet Switches?

We researched Cisco but ultimately chose Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access, mostly because of the price. Fortinet FortiSwitch is an ethernet switch solution that provides security and performance...

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In terms of ethernet switches, would you go with Cisco or Juniper?

Our organization ran comparison tests to determine whether Cisco or Juniper Ethernet switches were the better fit for us. We decided to go with Juniper. Juniper ethernet switches are a lesser-known...

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Overview

Cisco Ethernet Switches scale to meet the needs of networks of all sizes. They are Secure, Reliable and Seamless.

Luxul is the leading innovator of simple-to-deploy professional grade IP networking solutions made just for custom installation professionals. Designed for use in both residential and commercial environments, the Luxul family offers a complete line of solutions that simplify network design and deployment—resulting in a scalable network that is both powerful and easy to install. With Luxul, installers can deliver the ultimate IP network without the complexity associated with traditional networking gear. All Luxul products include free lifetime support and a three-year limited warranty. Plus, Luxul equipment is available only through authorized distributors of residential and commercial integration products.

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