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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
12th
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
7.0
Number of Reviews
67
Ranking in other categories
Routers (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Huawei Ethernet Switches is 3.2%, up from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of MikroTik Routers and Switches is 7.0%, up from 4.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

Muhammad Kabir Salihu - PeerSpot reviewer
Cost-effective performance enhanced by security features with easy configurations
I mainly use Huawei Switches and also work with Huawei Wireless. I deal with both Huawei and Cisco Switches, and I find Huawei to be more cost-effective Huawei has helped to save costs and is cost-effective, which also helps save time for the company. The performance of Huawei is good, and it…
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

"This product is competitive technically with the best products in the class."
"The performance of Huawei is good, and it provides security capabilities."
"They're straightforward to set up."
"Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line."
"So far, so good when it comes to stability."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches support multiple vendors. You can integrate them according to the network scenario. Their power consumption is low."
"The Huawei switches are stable, easy to set up, and cheap."
"The most valuable aspect of Huawei Ethernet Switches is their excellent scalability."
"I have seen a return on investment since we didn't have to pay a licensing fee."
"We have not had any downtime with it. It has been a solid performer that way."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches are stable"
"The price is a big factor. They are very affordable, and the quality is high."
"It's very user-friendly."
"The tool's most valuable features are flexibility and configuration. It can be used in large setups."
"I rate MikroTik Routers and Switches nine out of ten overall."
"We have found this solution is quite robust and there are a lot of features in a small device."
 

Cons

"I didn't like the Huawei Switches because of the different versions resetting the configuration issue. Huawei doesn't support Layer 3 modes while TOE and ARP have some issues."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches should improve its user interface."
"It could potentially be difficult to get parts depending on where you live."
"We would like to see additional backup solutions, since we have several degrees of backup."
"The technical support is a bit difficult to work with if you don't speak Mandarin."
"The solution's marketing could be better. It spends money on marketing but doesn't highlight the most important features. Sometimes, it provides too much information, which can confuse customers."
"The product's stability has certain shortcomings, making it an area where improvements are required."
"Huawei Switch can make further advancements, as the current CLI lacks functionality. The majority of tasks are performed through the CLI, making it difficult for those without technical expertise to work with. They should enhance the CLI of the access switches to make them more user-friendly. The GUI of the Ethernet Switches should also be improved to allow non-technical users to perform technical tasks with ease. Additionally, the documentation of the solution could improve."
"It could be more scalable. Product awareness could also be better. There's a lack of awareness when it comes to MikroTik. People only know about Cisco and others, and they won't rely on MikroTik. This is primarily because of hardware limitations. While this product is good economically, it's unsuitable for high-end projects. In the next release, I want this product to be more compatible."
"It is slow, old and unfriendly."
"There are limitations to how many users you have simultaneously."
"Wireless throughput has not kept up with the competition."
"The login process needs improvement."
"They can improve the way the user interface is laid out. Their user interface is slightly geeky. There is more than one way to do the same thing in the user interface, and they need to work on that."
"I would like to have the option of having multiple logins."
"They need to create a license for IBS. I have a lot of clients that have spam on their networks."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is competitively priced in its market."
"The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
"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."
"Huawei Ethernet Switches are cheaper than other competitors."
"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."
"The pricing is good so is rated an eight out of ten."
"The pricing is good. Still, I can choose a cheaper solution that offers a good value."
"Here in Bangladesh, MikroTik Routers and Switches cost 90,000 Taka, or converting that figure to dollars is $1,000."
"MikroTik has very aggressive and competitive pricing."
"The main reason we use this solution is for the price — it's very cheap."
"The pricing is very reasonable and is one of the main selling points for MikroTik devices."
"MikroTik Routers and Switches' pricing is reasonable."
"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."
"Pricing is not an issue."
"This product is cheaper than competing products by other vendors."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Educational Organization
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Comms Service Provider
15%
Computer Software Company
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
Find out what your peers are saying about Huawei Ethernet Switches vs. MikroTik Routers and Switches and other solutions. Updated: July 2025.
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