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Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access vs Huawei Ethernet Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secu...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
46
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
13th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
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 - Secure Access is 6.2%, up from 6.1% 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.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

SherifAbdelrahman - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 11, 2024
Efficient integration allows streamlined network management with a straightforward setup
I use it for retail business. We are using the FortiSwitch solution for our voice switches and access points as well It has helped us by providing easy management from a single platform through the firewall interface. It's very easy to manage and provides all the insights and vulnerabilities,…
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

"I can say that the product is easy to use...The initial setup of the product was easy."
"The software is very stable."
"It is easy to set up."
"With FortiSwitch, you can easily identify who is connected to each port, disable ports as needed, and retrieve configurations from FortiGate when required."
"My advice those using a firewall Fortigate is: use their APs because they work very well."
"The most valuable feature would be network management, separating the network management component from security. It can do both but we promote it on its own. It's a good solution to do network management."
"Deploying the solution is a breeze, even a novice can do it."
"The most valuable feature is that I can completely isolate devices that are compromising the network."
"The most valuable aspect of Huawei Ethernet Switches is their excellent scalability."
"The technical documentation available is very good. The technical support for the customer is also good - I would give it 8 out of 10."
"The HTTP features for security are very good. We use all of the regular features."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"In terms of the most valuable features, LAN switching is more comfortable and valuable in the network. It is easy to configure and easy to deploy. It is helpful for the installation and it is easy to troubleshoot issues. It's an easy product to understand. It's a good solution."
"The most valuable features are the ease of configuration, availability of a GUI apart from the command line, and basic features such as VLAN configuration and routing between VLANs."
"It is cheap."
"If you're a small one-on-one organization, then cost-effective-wise, I would recommend it."
 

Cons

"The solution could provide an active VPN."
"Currently issues with some of the switches and problems with the firmware."
"We've had some issues with Layer 3 FortiSwitch. We can deploy the device in the cloud. However, we can't deploy this solution in complex environments easily."
"Its cloud features could be better."
"The pricing is considered high due to the currency exchange changes in our region."
"If you contact Fortinet, it's a bit difficult. Most of the time, they send you just links and documents to read for troubleshooting. When you contact support, you don't need documents. You want someone that can understand your problem, give a hand, and help you. I'm not impressed by the support really."
"The product could use more security related features."
"The range of products could improve from Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access."
"Devices should have the ability to configure more easily."
"The solution needs to provide GUI commands."
"It’s hard to get technical support."
"The technical support is technically savvy, but the communication via English is not so easy."
"In the future, incorporating AI features into Ethernet switches, particularly in the controller base, would be beneficial."
"The documentation needs to be better."
"The tool is not very robust in harsh environments. Issues with cooling and power can cause these switches to fail, which concerns customers. They work well in data centers but might be problematic in places without cooling or heat."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are scalable but can be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool's pricing is fine."
"It's affordable compared to other switching products, like Cisco switches."
"Licensing is easy: FortiCare and that's it."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access requires a license and the price is expensive."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch is a pricey solution."
"The solution has reasonable pricing. The firewall costs around 500$ annually."
"The solution is cheaper than Cisco but more expensive than Huawei."
"The price is good."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"It is cheaper than Cisco."
"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."
"It's a reasonable price, cheaper than some other vendors."
"The product is competitively priced in its market."
"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."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Educational Organization
6%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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...
What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
With FortiSwitch, you can easily identify who is connected to each port, disable ports as needed, and retrieve configurations from FortiGate when required.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
The product pricing seems to be mid-range. The licensing structure is not uniform and can be difficult to understand. I rate the pricing around five or six out of ten.
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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