We performed a comparison between 3Com H3C Switches and Cisco Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.
Find out in this report how the two Ethernet Switches solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI."The reliability of the solution has been the best feature."
"They are easy to use, they are cheaper, and it's a trusted brand."
"The hardware side is a very big advantage. We use it 24/7 and we haven't had any problems so far with the switches."
"They're straightforward and stable."
"The installation is quite straightforward."
"The procedures and handling of these switches are easy."
"When it comes to switching routing, we have no doubts about Cisco."
"The brand name and the service support by Cisco are most valuable."
"We don't need any support from Cisco since there are a lot of materials and training about Cisco available online. I feel Cisco's support is good."
"These switches are both stable and scalable."
"The initial setup was for Cisco Ethernet Switches was straightforward."
"The product offers very good customer support. It's likely the best in the industry."
"The greatest advantage of Cisco switches is their reliability. For example, we bought some 500 series switches back in 2002 or 2003, and they ran 24/7. I never had an issue for seven years."
"When we try to do configuration changes sometimes it malfunctions."
"I think there's nothing that needs to be improved because the company is no longer in existence."
"The configuration of 3Com H3C Switches could be better."
"The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication."
"The cost and the integration with other solutions could be better."
"The licensing needs to be improved."
"From a system integrator's perspective, Cisco must train system integrators, partners, and customers about their services."
"The price of the solution could be reduced."
"There are instances where the commands you are familiar with might change or be replaced with newer syntax."
"The ease of use of Cisco Ethernet Switches could improve. It is different to use them if you do not have prior knowledge."
"Cisco could definitely work on delivering improved pricing to its customers."
"I would like for the solution to have more more security features and be more user-friendly."
"I don't like the fact that the product is very expensive."
3Com H3C Switches is ranked 23rd in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews while Cisco Ethernet Switches is ranked 1st in Ethernet Switches with 128 reviews. 3Com H3C Switches is rated 8.0, while Cisco Ethernet Switches is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of 3Com H3C Switches writes "Reliable platform with a straightforward installation process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Cisco Ethernet Switches writes "It's a solidly stable product from a leader in the field". 3Com H3C Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, whereas Cisco Ethernet Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access, D-Link Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches and MikroTik Routers and Switches. See our 3Com H3C Switches vs. Cisco Ethernet Switches report.
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