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Huawei 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

Huawei Ethernet Switches
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
14th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
60
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 Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.1%, up from 2.4% 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

Mr. Qalat Khan - PeerSpot reviewer
The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades
The solution can improve by adding virtualized switch functionality. Huawei mentioned virtual switches in one of the product sheets, but when we got to the deployment phase, it turned out that they didn't actually include virtual switching functionality. Other than that, the switch and network are performing well and meeting our requirements.
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

"They have the ability, since they have a very big R&D team, to create an upgrade for any feature or patch very easily."
"The tool’s pricing is reasonable. It has a high throughput capacity."
"Huawei switches come in small, medium, and large capacities and can be used for monitoring and switching."
"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 affordability of this solution has been most useful."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"One scenario where Huawei Ethernet Switches improved network efficiency was last year when a customer needed switches with 10 gigabits, which are not very common in the market. Huawei provided this kind of switch, enabling the customer to upgrade their network from 1 gigabit to 10 gigabit speeds across all devices."
"We use Huawei Ethernet Switches for business networks and connectivity."
"I find MikroTik Routers and Switches easy to install and maintain."
"I would rate the stability a ten out of ten."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches are stable"
"The most valuable feature is the price because it's highly cost-effective concerning the functionalities provided within the box. The solution is stable. The solution is scalable. The initial setup is straightforward. I would recommend the solution because it provides value for money."
"We've enjoyed the fact that it has very good performance."
"I use the tool to block external attempts."
"The most valuable feature is that you can do anything on all platforms."
"The features of the equipment fit all the needs of the customers."
 

Cons

"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 should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion."
"The GUI could be improved. It could be much more adaptable."
"It’s hard to get technical support."
"The interoperability of the devices, in general, on the Huawei switches is not good and is known to be not good. Maybe they can improve this a bit."
"I would like the tool to improve its operational efficiency, speed, security features, and functionalities."
"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 product’s pricing needs improvement. It could be more stable as well."
"Improvements could be made in terms of SD-WAN capabilities and zero-touch provisioning."
"The product's setup process could be easier."
"When we have a problem and reach out to MikroTik support, it's not very fast. Usually, you have to speak in English, so my technicians need to have strong English skills to communicate."
"The queuing functionality needs improvement. The initial setup could be simplified."
"The solution is a complicated device."
"The batch management could be improved."
"I don't like the product's performance."
"The initial setup could be easier."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"Huawei provides much better performance for the same price, even when taking into account very aggressive commercial policies."
"Compared to other brands, I think that the price is quite fair."
"The tool's price is affordable and I would rate it a five out of ten. The prices are fixed with no additional cost involved."
"We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
"It's a reasonable price, cheaper than some other vendors."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheaper than other competitors."
"The licensing costs depend on the negotiations that a user has with Huawei...There is a need to make some additional payments apart from the licensing costs attached to the solution."
"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."
"It's definitely worth the investment."
"This product is cheaper than competing products by other vendors."
"There is a one-time license fee for the use of this solution and it is less expensive than Cisco products."
"The main reason we use this solution is for the price — it's very cheap."
"This product is a one-time purchase."
"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."
"It's reasonably priced. It's not the most cheap solution, but also, it's not the most expensive one."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Educational Organization
6%
Government
6%
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 is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei Ethernet Switches offer very competitive and aggressive product pricing compared to other brands.
What needs improvement with Huawei Ethernet Switches?
Huawei should focus more on security. They need more products on the security side to improve the security portion.
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.
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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