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D-Link Ethernet Switches vs Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 26, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.5
D-Link Ethernet Switches are reliable, yet regional support varies, with users often relying on online resources and importers.
Sentiment score
8.5
Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches support receives mixed feedback, praised for expertise but needing consistency and improved access.
Whenever there is an issue, the local technical team supports us, whether through physical presence or remotely.
 

Room For Improvement

Sentiment score
4.4
D-Link Ethernet Switches require upgrades for stability, security, manageability, port options, and improved pricing compared to competitors like Cisco.
Sentiment score
4.3
Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches face challenges with pricing, configuration complexity, stability, and integration, impacting user experience.
Improvements in the voltage facility, like increasing from 360 watts to 400 or 450 watts, would make them more competitive with other vendors.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.2
D-Link Ethernet Switches offer flexibility and scalability for various businesses, accommodating hundreds with competitive pricing and reliable performance.
Sentiment score
7.9
Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches are praised for scalability and adaptability but noted for configuration complexity in some cases.
The pricing is competitive in the market, making D-Link Ethernet switches a good option for both middle-end and high-end brands.
 

Setup Cost

Sentiment score
8.3
D-Link Ethernet Switches offer cost-effective, one-time purchase solutions without recurring fees, appealing to budget-conscious enterprise buyers.
Sentiment score
3.5
Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches are affordably priced, offering savings over Cisco, with variable costs for modules and support.
High-end switches should be slightly cheaper.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.4
D-Link Ethernet Switches receive mixed stability feedback, with praise for reliability but issues like hanging, heat, and mounting options.
Sentiment score
8.2
Juniper EX Series Switches are stable and reliable, with occasional issues; stable OS versions enhance performance, often rivaling Cisco.
There are no stability issues with D-Link Ethernet switches.
 

Valuable Features

Sentiment score
8.4
D-Link Ethernet Switches offer cost-effective, energy-efficient, reliable solutions with flexible ports, comprehensive management, and strong security features.
Sentiment score
7.6
Juniper EX Series Switches combine easy management, flexible OS, and robust security for versatile, user-friendly network solutions.
It's especially valuable because Cisco and other products function similarly, but for smaller networks where high transfer rates aren't necessary.
 

Categories and Ranking

D-Link Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
11th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Juniper EX Series Ethernet ...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
14th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
66
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 6.8%, up from 5.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches is 3.5%, down from 4.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

MichaelNdwiga - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced network efficiency through features and demonstrate minimal downtime
One of the issues is the range of their products. They need to increase it. For example, if I want a 12-port switch that is fully managed, it's not easy to find. So, I have to opt for a 24-port switch that is fully managed, which might not be necessary as I only need 12 ports. So if they could increase the range of the switches in regards to the features, and the number of ports, that would be beneficial. So, that's the only potential improvement. The switches are perfect otherwise. Ideally, I'd like to see a central management system included as part of their license, not as a separate purchase. Currently, we have to manage switches independently. A central portal for managing all switches and providing visibility would be great.
Bona Chhith - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides campus switches and access switches that are simple to deploy, but the code isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design
If we're building a data center and have Juniper, we have hundreds of Juniper switches in a leaf and spine design architecture, and it's horrible. Sometimes after an upgrade, half of the even port can't be detected. They don't recognize third-party SFPs, and now they claim that they don't support that anymore. There are a lot of issues with the hardware and software. Juniper needs to get their code up to par because it isn't stable enough for a leaf and spine design. If you have over 10,000 VMs or Mac addresses, it doesn't scale. I would love Juniper to have more stable features, hardware, and code. We have so many tickets open with Juniper. The switch reboot doesn't detect the port. About 80% of my problems aren't engineering problems, but are Juniper's problems. In comparison, Arista gives me 10% of the problems that Juniper gives me when it comes to hardware and software. It's falling behind compared to Palo Alto because of its features. Juniper's campus switches and data center switches for the leaf and spine design for the overlay and underlay is horrible. I wouldn't recommend that anyone use Juniper fabric, because there are so many problems, issues, and features that aren't supported.
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Comparison Review

it_user82779 - PeerSpot reviewer
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…
 

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Healthcare Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Computer Software Company
17%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

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 ...
What do you like most about D-Link Ethernet Switches?
D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for D-Link Ethernet Switches?
People do not like paying for licenses on such a device. I don't know what the tech world thinks around the world, but it's good to have a perpetual license. People like that, especially on switche...
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...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Juniper Ethernet Switches?
If compared to Cisco, this is a well priced solution. Compared to HP, it is a little bit overpriced. Overall, they are priced in the middle compared to competitors.
What advice do you have for others considering Juniper Ethernet Switches?
Juniper EX model is ok for the campus network as the ex4300 is EOL in a few years and the new ex4400 is the standard. Now for the QFX model, 5k/10k in CRB mode IP fabric Ethernet switching is horri...
 

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Sample Customers

George Mason University, Somerville House, Hiperwall, New Brunswick School District 16, The Fulcrum Group, Bremond Independent School District, University of Texas Health Science Center, Grand Canyon Skywalk, SUN Area Career & Technology Center, Abington Senior High School
BlackLotus, Staminus, Community Bank, BAS Group, Cloud Dynamics, Privalia, Fluidata, and Tesla Motors.
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