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Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
15th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
21
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
13th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
58
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is 1.4%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 2.9%, up from 2.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Muhammad Aamir Riaz - PeerSpot reviewer
May 14, 2024
Handles network connectivity between data centers and supports internet applications
We use Fortinet FortiSwitch—Data Center to switch and manage our data centres. It handles network connectivity between them and supports our internet applications All the features are necessary, like tracking evidence and IPS. However, I appreciate the ability to connect the logs and the…
Mr. Qalat Khan - PeerSpot reviewer
Jan 17, 2023
The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades
The primary use case of the solution is used in the Telecom, Customer Edge where services are being deployed With Huawei Ethernet Switches, the backline capacity on our switches has improved, and the port density has. Ports are available at 1G, 10G, and 100G levels. This means we only need one…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"SD-WAN and the security fabric are essential features of the product."
"The initial setup was simple."
"I like the solution's technical support. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten."
"Based on my use cases, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center was a great product that was easy to manage and work with while being a powerful tool."
"The product is stable."
"All the features are necessary, like tracking evidence and IPS. However, I appreciate the ability to connect the logs and the dashboard functionality."
"It integrates well."
"What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere."
"It is cheap."
"The solution is easy to set up."
"The solution is very flexible with many different options."
"What we like the most is that the price is reasonable and it's easy to manage."
"This product is competitive technically with the best products in the class."
"They're straightforward to set up."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches excel in compatibility with other brands, offering features to ensure seamless communication with existing protocols. This allows them to work alongside switches from different manufacturers, such as Cisco, by making adjustments on both ends for compatibility."
"It is pretty straightforward to set up."
 

Cons

"With IT products, there is always room for improvement."
"Before using FortiSwitch, you need several certifications."
"The UI of the firewall and reporting could be improved."
"Enhancing security on the firewall and the switches, as well as focusing on price segment issues, would make it a better solution for the future."
"Managing the VLANs is an area where the solution lacks and needs to improve."
"The solution can improve by upgrading QSFP+, it is very limited and must be supported more than it is now. If we need FortiSwitches to support all the QSFP ports our budgets would have to be very large."
"Does not have as many features as other solutions, such as segmentation and analytics engines."
"The product must improve the latency in the management center."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches should improve its user interface."
"We would like to have a greater level of automation using this solution. The customer support could also be faster."
"The product should improve cloud capability."
"I had issues with patching the IOS. But right now I think Huawei has improved very much in the advanced technology and is more stable now. I think patch and bug fixes should be announced on a scheduled basis."
"The pricing could always be improved."
"Huawei has a lot of issues; it's not in sync properly. For instance, if the ONT is down, there's another problem with another ONT that is not functioning correctly. Even after configuring the siding, I cannot reach some other side, and I don't know why it's happening."
"The configuration is very difficult even for someone who is already familiar with the configuration process."
"The configuration could be improved and deployment should be easier."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This solution is expensive but it does not require a license."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is expensive."
"The solution is not expensive."
"The product has a mid-range price."
"It is reasonably priced."
"Cost-wise, Fortinet solutions are cheaper than those offered by Cisco."
"The product is less expensive than one of its competitors."
"We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which is expensive."
"From the initial purchase, you will pay for a license and you do not need to pay for a license again. The price depends on the size of the infrastructure."
"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."
"We only pay one-off instead of paying recurring license fees."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are very competitively priced, almost 4 out of 10.However, the low price point may sometimes raise concerns about quality for some companies."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
"The solution's price is reasonable compared to other products like Cisco."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
23%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Computer Software Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Educational Organization
6%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center?
On a scale of one to ten, where ten is expensive, I would rate the cost as seven. The pricing and licensing specifics are handled by my networking and Alliance teams, so I do not have detailed info...
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center?
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center could integrate AI capabilities for easier management, accessibility, and configuration, similar to what Juniper offers. Enhancing security on the firewall and th...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei has the same licensing model as Cisco, so both are working on the subscription model. Huawei and Cisco fall under the same price bracket. I don't have an idea about the pricing, but I think ...
What needs improvement with Huawei Ethernet Switches?
I did not delve into advanced features or security implementations, so I cannot comment on those areas. Possibly more advanced features could need improvement.
 

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Sample Customers

Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
Newcastle University, Jingyang District of Deyang City in Sichuan Province, Southwest China, Glasgow Rangers Soccer Team, RMIT, Insurance Industry Association of Zhejiang Province, China, APT Satellite Holdings Limited (APT)
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