ExtremeSwitching vs HPE ProCurve comparison

Extreme and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are both solutions in the LAN Switching category. Extreme is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.8, while Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.1. Extreme holds a 6.6% mindshare in LS, compared to Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s 12.1% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Extreme users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 97% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users who would recommend it.

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94% willing to recommend

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97% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between ExtremeSwitching and HPE ProCurve based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two LAN Switching solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeSwitching

Ranking in LAN Switching

7th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Data Center Networking (6th), AV Over IP Switching (3rd)

HPE ProCurve

Ranking in LAN Switching

5th

Average Rating

8.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the LAN Switching category, the mindshare of ExtremeSwitching is 6.6%, up from 5.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE ProCurve is 12.1%, down from 13.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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MURALI NIDAMANURI

Managing Director at VIPUN COGNITIVE SOLUTIONS PVT LTD.

Outstanding performance with minimal maintenance and intuitive configuration

Our primary use case for ExtremeSwitching is for costing, access networking, routing, and meeting network requirements. We have sold it in defense, government, and IT industries ExtremeSwitching significantly adds value to customers because maintenance is minimal. Once the network is set up,…

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Sandeep Rajguru

Team Lead Manager at Tata Motors

Offers reliability and helps with vulnerability assessment

I use HPE ProCurve network in our organization. I can say that the product has improved the network flexibility in our company since I haven't seen any challenges from the last seven to eight years. The most valuable product for network management revolves around the area of VSB, also known as virtual switch bonding, which can quickly attach two or three switches or make them come together to quickly form a single switch. From a security perspective, my company does vulnerability assessment. From a security perspective, my company does vulnerability assessment. Following the hardening guidelines, the switches are configured according to the hardening parameters. The tool's reliability and uptime match our company's needs. My company enjoyed configuring the switches a lot, especially since we saw similarities between Cisco's and HPS's configuration processes. HPE ProCurve is user-friendly. We have a different product for network management, so my company doesn't use HPE ProCurve since we have already collaborated with some third-party products. I recommend the product to those who plan to use it. I recommend the product to those who plan to use it, especially since I have been using it without any issues for many years. I rate the tool a nine out of ten.

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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 product offers a single management platform for multiple models of switches. The tool also allows users to manage multiple sites from a single dashboard."

"ExtremeSwitching fabric technology is a unique technology used to protect against viruses. ExtremeCloud IQ is a very good and feature-rich solution compared to Cisco, Ruxi Networks, or Huawei."

"ExtremeSwitching is a good, stable platform."

"ExtremeSwitching switches are highly reliable."

"The stability has been largely pretty good."

"Performance is good."

"The switches are fast."

"In the case of small businesses, the solution is budget-friendly and easy to configure."

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"It has an excellent menu system where you can use both the CLI and a menu system and the GUI version. They have three options for manipulating, updating, and changing the switch, which we like."

"The web page interface is very convenient and easy to use for setting up your feedback loops."

"The product's stability is good. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"The pricing is quite competitive."

"It is stable, and it fulfills our needs. We have all the functions we need, so we're totally satisfied."

"This is a very reliable solution."

"Its easy manageability is most valuable. It's easy to manage."

"The GUI makes it easy to configure, manage, and work with."

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Cons

"The solution lacks a cyber asset attack capability."

"ExtremeSwitching hardware lacks flexibility compared to some other options."

"ExtremeSwitching is scalable to a certain extent for SME-segmented IP."

"There are latency issues that need to be addressed."

"We noticed over the years that the price of the Extreme Switches has been rising and this will become a concern in the future."

"Improving product awareness and possibly enhancing technical documentation or training resources could be beneficial."

"The licensing is expensive."

"Extreme Networks does not have any entry-level products. This is a problem for them because Aruba has an Instant On series, which is new and cost-effective. Cisco also has the 1000 series, and other brands offer entry-level products."

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"I don't have any recommendations for areas of improvement."

"I would like to see some kind of packet tracer where people can study how the switch is operating."

"The dashboards could be improved to be more interesting."

"HPE ProCurve's web interface is old, and I have to log in on each device separately, making them the product's shortcomings that need improvement."

"The user interface (UI) could be better."

"The interface we have could be better."

"HPE ProCurve could improve by making their command more similar to other solutions, such as the access codes. There should be a standard. Additionally, if the configurations could be done from the cloud would be a benefit and the port uplink speed should improve."

"I would like to see integration with HPE OneView."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"On pricing, ExtremeSwitches are going to beat most of the major competition."

"The pricing and licensing are good with the cloud."

"The price is expensive. We pay for a license, but you have to pay more if you want to increase the number."

"ExtremeSwitching offers very good pricing plans for their licenses. Compared to their rivals, ExtremeSwitching's prices are very affordable and reasonable. This is why our customers are happy to pay for their service critical support. ExtremeSwitching also offers a great portal to track clients, further satisfying our customers. They are always happy to pay for the service every month. The pricing is very reasonable."

"There is a cost for ExtremeSwitching and if you want the support and maintenance, there are additional costs. My clients typically pay for the support and maintenance annually."

"The product is expensive."

"It is not a subscription-based model, and there is no licensing concept. We have to pay for hardware AMC. We have hardware on our premises and for the hardware support, we have to go for the annual maintenance contract with the partner."

"We paid 25,000 to 30,000 INR."

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"The price of HPE ProCurve can be reasonable. However, it depends on the use case. They could improve the pricing model."

"The solution is more expensive than other vendors. There is hardware and software that needs to be purchased in some circumstance. The software can sometimes be expensive."

"The price of this product is cheap."

"We have an annual support subscription."

"The cost of HPE ProCurve is good."

"The licensing for HPE ProCurve is a one-time cost, though it's varied somewhat. What my company purchased was usually between $3,500 and $5,000 one-time cost."

"I would rate the pricing a six out of ten, with one being very cheap and ten being very expensive."

"HPE ProCurve is competitively priced, with a difference of approximately 30 to 35% compared to other vendors"

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

17%

Computer Software Company

11%

Construction Company

Government

Educational Organization

14%

Computer Software Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ExtremeSwitching?

The product offers a single management platform for multiple models of switches. The tool also allows users to manage multiple sites from a single dashboard.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeSwitching?

ExtremeSwitching is priced in the mid-range, not too expensive nor too cheap.

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What needs improvement with ExtremeSwitching?

ExtremeSwitching's software stability could be improved, as it sometimes crashes.

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What do you like most about HPE ProCurve?

It is easy to deploy.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE ProCurve?

HPE ProCurve is competitively priced, with a difference of approximately 30 to 35% compared to other vendors like Cisco. This makes it a viable option for businesses with limited budgets, particula...

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What needs improvement with HPE ProCurve?

The product could improve scalability and support for advanced networking features. Including advanced interfaces like QSFP and enhanced support for AI-driven network solutions would make it more c...

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Compared 38% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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ProCurve, HP ProCurve

Overview

ExtremeSwitching is the family of products comprising different switch types: Modular (X8 and 8000 series [formerly BlackDiamond] and S and K series switches); Stackable (X-series and A, B, C, and 7100 series switches); Standalone (SSA, X430, and D, 200, 800, and ISW series); and Mobile Backhaul (E4G). ExtremeSwitching work from Edge Switching that ensures the performance and reliable operation of end-user devices and applications including port density, bandwidth, and network services to Aggregation / Core Switches is designed for the demanding needs of aggregation, top-of-rack and campus core environments, these switches deliver 10Gb, 40Gb and even 100Gb bandwidth with maximum throughput and reliability.

Extreme

HP Networking (HP ProCurve) products enable a cost-effective network that's agile, flexible, and fully interoperable. Boost availability, performance, monitoring, and productivity with HP network software, services, and support.

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Sample Customers

Blue Waters

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Cardinal Newman Catholic Secondary School, DY 4 Systems, EdgeWing, Edmonton Public Schools District, Halton Catholic District School Board, Hartwick College, Hatch Associates, Huntingdon College, Roseville Joint Union High School District, Saddleback Valley Unified School District, One Superior Place

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