D-Link Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Cloud Router Switch comparison

D-Link and MikroTik are both solutions in the Ethernet Switches category. D-Link is ranked #13 with an average rating of 7.6, while MikroTik is ranked #18 with an average rating of 7.7. D-Link holds a 4.9% mindshare in ES, compared to MikroTik’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 83% of D-Link users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of MikroTik users who would recommend it.

D-Link Ethernet Switches

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95% willing to recommend

D-Link Ethernet Switches

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

D-Link Ethernet Switches and MikroTik Cloud Router Switches are prominent in the networking hardware category. D-Link is often favored for its cost-effectiveness and simplicity, while MikroTik is noted for its advanced features and overall value.

Features: D-Link Ethernet Switches stand out for their ease of use and flexibility in fitting various network sizes with robust security. They offer a variety of speed options, power-saving technology, and features like VLAN and QoS for traffic management. MikroTik Cloud Router Switches are recognized for their high throughput, firewall capabilities, and user-friendly configuration, making them ideal for small to medium businesses.

Room for Improvement: D-Link experiences higher costs for advanced L2 switches and limited cloud integration, with users wanting easier centralized management. Improvements in security, stability, and integration could benefit MikroTik especially in larger environments, along with simplifying configuration and resolving software bugs.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: D-Link switches are primarily on-premises with users managing internally, requiring little technical support. MikroTik offers flexible deployment options including cloud, though professional support usage is low. Both brands have feedback indicating a need for better local support and faster technical assistance.

Pricing and ROI: D-Link is generally more affordable than competitors like Cisco, with flexible pricing and minimal licensing fees offering a positive ROI. MikroTik is competitively priced with no recurring fees, providing effective cost management and attractive ROI for cost-conscious businesses.

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Categories and Ranking

D-Link Ethernet Switches

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

13th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch

Ranking in Ethernet Switches

18th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Routers (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of D-Link Ethernet Switches is 4.9%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is 1.6%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Ethernet Switches Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
D-Link Ethernet Switches	4.9%
MikroTik Cloud Router Switch	1.6%
Other	93.5%

Ethernet Switches

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SyedTaha

Head of IT and Information Security at GLEEDS USA INC

Cost has remained low while implementation proceeds without complications

To capture the critical traffic to prioritize is not something I work with in advanced QoS features. Regarding VLAN support in bandwidth management, we are not utilizing VLAN for the infrastructure as we have a minimal requirement for VLAN, so we have not yet implemented any of the features relevant to the virtual LANs. It's very hard to answer the question about minor improvements D-Link Ethernet Switches could do with their products because the products I'm dealing with are just plug-and-play, unmanaged switches. It would be more appropriate to comment on features if I had been using Layer 2 or Layer 3 switches for at least a couple of months. I don't think there are any disadvantages I can point out for the product.

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MarkBanks

Solution Architect Team Lead at MLL Telecom

Has reduced deployment time and enabled cost-effective internet access in the public sector

As an integrator, the best advantage of the product is its cost. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch stands out for its features, especially those available at that price point. I don't get involved too much in the setup of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch, so I appreciate the ease of setup. There are no specific features we use it for; its cost-effectiveness for internet access is what matters. One useful feature we utilize is Ethernet over IP. The positive impact of the solution on our company and clients is that it provides an attractive price point. It allows us to deliver cost-compliant solutions to our clients. Since we work in the public sector, cost is a very important attribute, and that's where it fits in our portfolio.

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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 initial setup was very easy and user-friendly."

"The solution is easy to use."

"The main selling point for me was the pricing. Moreover, the performance is good. I haven't had any issues so far."

"The overall solution is best for any low-cost environment because of its cost-effectiveness."

"The most valuable feature is VLAN."

"The management interface makes network management very easy."

"The biggest advantage of D-Link Ethernet Switches for me is the cost; on the technical side, since the majority of switches that I am using are unmanaged switches, I haven't found any problem implementing those in a live environment; it's just a plug-and-play device, so I never felt the need to go for technical support for D-Link Ethernet Switches."

"The initial setup is straightforward."

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"The initial setup is easy."

"The traffic monitoring capabilities are excellent."

"The GUI is easy to use."

"This solution is very similar to the on-premises version making it easy to use for those who know the architect."

"Regarding security and visibility in monitoring, it is very good, the GUI is very intuitive, and it has many more features than those from major vendors."

"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."

"The most valuable feature is that it has better throughput than its competitors."

"The interface management and the user access management is pretty good."

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Cons

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

"We have issues with the stability."

"Its security features need improvement."

"This solution is not good for distribution at the core."

"In future releases, I would like to see improved security and an improved CLI (Command-Line Interface)."

"It's very hard to answer the question about minor improvements D-Link Ethernet Switches could do with their products because the products I'm dealing with are just plug-and-play, unmanaged switches."

"It should be more stable, and it should have good integration with the cloud. It should support configuration, supervision, and control through the cloud."

"The D-Link Ethernet Switches have to be replaced because they are difficult to manage and security is poor. They should add centralized manageability to make the solution better, it will allow administrators to better know what is happening on the network."

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"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."

"The solution does not yet offer a SaaS version."

"The user interface could improve and they should allow a license for IBS."

"MikroTik Cloud Router Switch needs improvement in the area of security, although the recent models are addressing this."

"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."

"Aspects such as zero trust, security, and management interface could be improved, which would be useful."

"While some customers use MikroTik Cloud Router Switch as a firewall, it's not at an industry-level, though the basic features are adequate for many users who prefer it over purchasing other reputed firewall solutions."

"If MikroTik had a marketing team and support team in India then it would be much easier for us to get the product, as well as support."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"D-Link Ethernet Switches are cheap products for homes and small offices."

"The solution is budget-friendly"

"D-Link Ethernet Switches' price is good."

"The solution's pricing is reasonable."

"These units vary in price from $200 to one thousand dollars. They're available for a one-time purchase."

"The D-Link Switches are cheaper than Cisco."

"They were cheap. We were not paying for any license."

"It has a good return on investment. It has indeed saved us resources significantly."

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"I believe the price of the tool is high, but it is okay for the services we get from it."

"In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."

"MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."

"I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."

"The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."

"They came with the licensing when we purchased them."

"This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."

"The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Healthcare Company

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

13%

Computer Software Company

12%

Educational Organization

10%

Hospitality Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	7

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	2

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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What do you like most about D-Link Ethernet Switches?

D-Link has a good VPN feature and quality of service.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for D-Link Ethernet Switches?

D-Link Ethernet Switches are 30% cheaper than Cisco switches. Pricing has not been a concern since it is already included in the capex.

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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.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

The Python solution pricing is on the lower side.

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What needs improvement with MikroTik Cloud Router Switch?

Adding more features from a security perspective would make the solution much better. While some customers use MikroTik Cloud Router Switch as a firewall, it's not at an industry-level, though the ...

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MikroTik CRS Series

Overview

Typically managed using a browser-based Graphical User Interface (GUI), D-Link Ethernet Switches are attractively priced and support an essential set of Layer 2/2+ switching functions including VLAN, Link Aggregation, QoS, Bandwidth Limiting, Access Control Lists, and more.

D-Link

MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is a new Smart Switch series. It combines the best features of a fully functional router and a Layer 3 switch, is powered by the familiar RouterOS. All the specific Switch configuration options are available in a special Switch menu, also ports can be removed from the switch configuration, and used for routing purposes.

MikroTik

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

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