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We performed a comparison between Luxul Switches and Meraki MS 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.
To learn more, read our detailed Luxul Switches vs. Meraki MS Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"Remote access to the router is a huge time saver.""The ePoE+ is great.""The solution is less expensive than other options."

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"Being able to look at every port and see what it is connected to is very useful. Everything seems to be running really well. They've got everything covered. They have a really cool mounting system at the bottom and an access point that you can use to level up your device. It is kind of cool.""Its cloud feature and cloud management are great. They are the most valuable aspects.""The most valuable feature of Meraki MS Switches is user-friendliness.""The most valuable feature about Meraki is the console. The second most valuable feature, to me, is the technical support and the infrastructure behind the console.""The solution has been very stable so far.""The most valuable features of Meraki MS Switches are their reliability and simplicity.""The main features of Meraki MS Switches are integration, high quality, and hardware guarantee.""The most valuable features of Meraki MS Switches are ease of use, and we can find technical knowledge easily."

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"Documentation and access to it could be greatly improved.""You do need to be an IT person in order to handle the initial setup. An AV person would struggle a bit.""The documentation could be improved; it's quite basic."

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"We had some dashboard licensing issues, maybe because their method of collecting data from the user needs to be more streamlined.""On the switches, I don't know a whole lot that I would change. Different levels of switches have different layer 2 and layer 3 functionality. It's always nice to have layer 3 functionality across the board if you can, but that drives up the cost. They've got different lines for different amounts of layer 3 functionality. However, on their models that do include full layer 3 access, when you choose to use layer 3 on a switch, it doesn't have the full functioning routing capabilities of an MX firewall. It can be limiting in some of those aspects.""Technical support hold times seem to be getting longer.""The documentation could be more extensive. For example, it could describe more scenarios. It would be great if they could incorporate AI engines into the switching infrastructure and firewall so you can configure it to prevent intrusion. They have intrusion prevention and detection, but they could enhance it by incorporating AI into their firewall.""In terms of troubleshooting, if we get more tools there is an issue.""The lead times can be long in terms of actually getting the hardware.""I don't like some of the mobile device management options. They're a little bit hard to find in the system.""Meraki should include an application to assist users with the design of access points."

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  • "The price completely depends on the environment. There are no additional fees."
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  • "This product is more than the competition, but you get what you pay for."
  • "With the solution that we currently have, I think it costs about 1,200 pounds a year. They bill on a yearly basis."
  • "This is not a cheap solution."
  • "The DNA subscription is a three-year minimum term."
  • "The pricing is high and it is where we get the most pushback from customers."
  • "We paid for our switches outright, at a cost of between $15,000 USD and $18,000 USD."
  • "Its price is definitely competitive."
  • "Meraki is a little bit expensive, but when you compare the pricing with others, Meraki is a good option."
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    Top Answer:The most valuable features of Meraki MS Switches are their reliability and simplicity.
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    MS220, MS320, MS420
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    Overview

    Luxul is the leading innovator of simple-to-deploy professional grade IP networking solutions made just for custom installation professionals. Designed for use in both residential and commercial environments, the Luxul family offers a complete line of solutions that simplify network design and deployment—resulting in a scalable network that is both powerful and easy to install. With Luxul, installers can deliver the ultimate IP network without the complexity associated with traditional networking gear. All Luxul products include free lifetime support and a three-year limited warranty. Plus, Luxul equipment is available only through authorized distributors of residential and commercial integration products.

    Meraki MS Switches are first-line cloud-managed access and aggregation switches that combine the benefits of cloud-based centralized management with a reliable access platform. With cloud management, thousands of switch ports can be configured and monitored instantly over the web.

    Meraki MS Switches Features

    Meraki MS Switches have many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • True zero-touch configuration
    • Integrated troubleshooting tools, logging, and alerting
    • Energy-efficient design
    • Low acoustics and fanless options
    • Flexible stacking
    • Cloud management
    • Simple integration into existing and mixed infrastructures
    • Role-based administration
    • Automatic, secure firmware updates
    • Stack power
    • Multigigabit ports
    • Voice VLAN support
    • Link aggregation control protocol (LACP)

    Meraki MS Switches Benefits

    There are many benefits to implementing Meraki MS Switches. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

    • Automatic email alerts: If email alerts are enabled, you will receive automatic alerts via email when device or port changes occur. This makes Meraki MS Switches a convenient solution.
    • Identify issues ahead of time: With the solution’s proactive and on-demand cable testing tools, you are notified about any cable problems before anyone else.
    • Detailed client device views: The solution includes a helpful detailed view per client device, including port, VLAN, device fingerprinting, and connectivity data.
    • Lifetime warranty: Meraki MS Switches include a limited lifetime hardware warranty that provides next-day advance hardware replacement.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Meraki MS Switches is a solution that stands out when compared to many of its competitors. Some of its major advantages are its accessibility, application visibility, and flexibility features.

    Jóhann T., IT Manager at Sund Upper Secondary School, says, “Accessibility is what I find most valuable in Meraki MS Switches, because I'm able to check things and see if they're working, without being on-site at all times.”

    A Senior Network Engineer at a tech services company mentions, "The top feature of Meraki MS switches for me is Layer 7 application visibility. Another positive in general is that you don't need to set up a console to the switch itself; it dials into a single dashboard where you can completely manage all your network devices."

    John M., user at Baseline Consulting, LLC, comments, "I like the flexibility of the Meraki firewall. It gives you the ability to lock things down. Having multiple VLANs is helpful for the switching infrastructure and firewall. It's crucial when you have a public-facing VLAN, a private-facing VLAN, and a secure VLAN."

    PeerSpot user William M., Consulting Engineer at IV4, expresses, "It is easy to deploy, maintain, and update. It has been trouble-free so far. I am still a Cisco command-line bigot, but the web interface makes it a lot easier for our help desk to interact with a client. When the clients call in and say that they aren't able to connect, it takes the help desk 10 minutes or less to look at everything in the enterprise or location. They can look at the firewall, switches, or access points in the dashboard. That's why I like the dashboard."

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    Computer Software Company10%
    Healthcare Company9%
    Educational Organization8%
    Real Estate/Law Firm7%
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider16%
    Construction Company9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Retailer8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Educational Organization6%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business45%
    Midsize Enterprise9%
    Large Enterprise46%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business55%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise25%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business34%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise46%
    Buyer's Guide
    Luxul Switches vs. Meraki MS Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Luxul Switches vs. Meraki MS Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Luxul Switches is ranked 26th in Ethernet Switches while Meraki MS Switches is ranked 5th in Ethernet Switches with 87 reviews. Luxul Switches is rated 6.0, while Meraki MS Switches is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Luxul Switches writes "Greatly simplifies troubleshooting; remote access to the router is a huge time saver". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Meraki MS Switches writes "They're not expensive and configuration is very easy". Luxul Switches is most compared with Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, QSC Q-SYS NS Series and D-Link Ethernet Switches, whereas Meraki MS Switches is most compared with Aruba Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access and NETGEAR Switches. See our Luxul Switches vs. Meraki MS Switches report.

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