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HPE Ethernet Switches vs MikroTik Routers and Switches comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

HPE Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
9th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
103
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
MikroTik Routers and Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
5th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
67
Ranking in other categories
Routers (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of HPE Ethernet Switches is 2.4%, down from 2.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Routers and Switches is 6.3%, up from 4.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

LuisSilva6 - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides ease of management and has an easy initial setup process
Primarily, we use the product for network and VLAN segmentation across our hospitality property. It forms the backbone of our network, providing connectivity to devices like TVs, phones, access points, and even electrical switches within guest rooms The product's most valuable feature is the ease…
AnikIslam - PeerSpot reviewer
Cost-effective protocol support and a straightforward setup with room for login enhancements
In the network operations center, I manage our client's bandwidth. We connect with our clients through BGP and OSPF based on client demands. We also manage routing protocols, policies, internal firewalls, and other details like QE bandwidth, client manage bandwidth management, PoE, PPPoE, and DNS…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"These are the basic access layer switches used for connectivity among users, and they are cost-effective."
"We get a lifetime warranty for the solution so whenever the switches get faulty, you can get a replacement."
"I like that HPE's management functions are GUI-based, so it doesn't rely on command lines."
"I like that these switches are reliable, and the support is good."
"The most valuable features of this solution are the interface and configuration. It's very easy to use."
"The best feature of this solution is the lifetime warranty."
"The solution offers lifetime warranties."
"It's stable. We never have any issues."
"The product is simple to use."
"The features of the equipment fit all the needs of the customers."
"This solution is easy to configure and it's very flexible."
"They have amazing speed and reliability, and they also provide value for money. They are pretty powerful."
"We have found this solution is quite robust and there are a lot of features in a small device."
"The most valuable aspect of this solution is the combination of value for money. They're extremely cost effective, yet they provide you with an extensive feature set of things you can do across the board. Also, they're pretty reliable, as far as equipment goes."
"I have seen a return on investment since we didn't have to pay a licensing fee."
"I like MikroTik's GUI. It's completely handy and easy to handle because of its GUI. Despite other brands like Cisco urging me to switch, I didn't because they don't have a GUI. This is the most comfortable thing in my project that anyone can use easily. It's effortless to maintain MikroTik routers because both screens make it very easy in GUI mode. You can easily interact with your hardware."
 

Cons

"The cost could be better. HPE has to study it carefully with other vendors in the market, like Cisco or Juniper."
"Configuration can be complex."
"It is not very stable."
"The solution's throughput should be increased because we often get stuck when it comes to IPTV streaming."
"The next release would benefit from adding a central management that could be deployable on premise and allow you to see the layout of topology."
"In the next release, I would like to see them include more features like the Aruba solution, to have more possibilities concerning the software design."
"The pricing is expensive."
"Some users might look for high-speed switching like Cisco or Nexus switches, which can handle larger volumes. HPE's current offerings aren't as robust in that area, but they could improve."
"There needs to be better support for this solution in India. We have no local support."
"There is an area of improvement. The firewall features are self-contained, but features like email scanning and voice control should be improved. This is the best routing product."
"I would appreciate enhancements to impose more restrictions on VPN connections."
"MikroTik does not have a wireless solution. If they created a high-performance wireless solution we would deploy it in our infrastructure."
"The solution needs to improve its security firewalls and mirror that of, for example, Sophos, or FortiGate."
"Technical support could be better. They don't have good support like Cisco. It can also be more stable and scalable."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches needs to improve stability."
"In the Israeli market, we are in need of Hebrew support."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"They are affordable and less expensive than Cisco. Their price was the decider at the time."
"The cost is a bit high."
"We have to pay for a yearly license for HPE Ethernet Switches."
"All the solutions have a license for the QSFP. Additionally, there is a one-time license fee to increase the interface speed."
"It would be great if certain features, like licensing, were included in the base price of the switches."
"We have to see only the security part when considering licenses because the licenses upgrade."
"HPE Ethernet Switches is a fairly cheap solution."
"The pricing is very good."
"When I compare the price of this solution to competitors it is priced a little high. There is not a license required for this solution."
"MikroTik is very cost-effective and quite good for the price. It performs very well. For one of our customers, the existing setup comprises Cisco Catalyst switches, and it is about 10 to 15 years old. We're looking into upgrading in a cost-effective way to get the performance and yet still be at par with the quality and expectations that customers have from Cisco. Price-wise, Cisco is really expensive, and customers are expecting something different than Cisco so that they can save on IT costs. They don't have the same budget that they had before when they installed Cisco products. That's why they're looking for a solution that can provide performance and features without too much money or investment. We're looking at some alternative brands, such as NETGEAR and MikroTik, to support our proposal."
"When we purchase MikroTik devices, a certain level of the license is included in the price."
"This product is cheaper than competing products by other vendors."
"The price-performance is great."
"In terms of the economic side, we're completely satisfied. The price is affordable for both SMEs and enterprises."
"When you buy a license, it is for life and you don't need to buy another one every year."
"The product is cheap compared to Cisco."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Educational Organization
8%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Computer Software Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
14%
Hospitality Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about HPE Ethernet Switches?
The solution is very stable and easy to use.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HPE Ethernet Switches?
When compared to Cisco, Aruba is about 40% cheaper. However, Huawei would be even cheaper than Aruba. We can't compare HPE Ethernet Switches with Huawei directly because of different price ranges.
What needs improvement with HPE Ethernet Switches?
HPE Ethernet Switches have room for improvement in the initial setup and integration process, especially when incorporating them into an existing infrastructure with competitor products. It's a cha...
How do Cisco Enterprise routers compare with Mikrotik routers and switches?
Cisco Enterprise Routers are very stable and easy to use. They offer a very solid performance and are very secure. They also have a very good, long lifespan. We feel the command configuration is ve...
Which are better - Ubiquiti UniFi switches or MikroTik routers and switches?
Ubiquiti Unifi is a great solution. For starters, it is easy to configure and implement, and doesn’t require a learning curve because it is easy to use. It is also simple to reconfigure an AP or ga...
What do you like most about MikroTik Routers and Switches?
The price is a big factor. They are very affordable, and the quality is high.
 

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Sample Customers

Emirates Palace Hotel
ABB, Boingo Wireless, JPL, HP, Allied Telesis, iPass, Mips Technologies, MicroAge, Matsushita, Telia, undp, WFP, NASA
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