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We performed a comparison between Arista Networks Platform and Cisco Linksys 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.
To learn more, read our detailed Arista Networks Platform vs. Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"Arista Networks Platform is comfortable, easy to deploy, and easy to manage, with non-blocking technology. Additionally, it has a useful CloudVision platform and automation capabilities.""We find the CloudVision switching feature of this solution really useful.""The configuration capabilities were good.""The solution is scalable.""It is very stable. It has good hardware and very stable code. It provides good value for its price. They are a very lean type of organization, so they are very responsive, and they're able to focus more on their platform versus having multiple products out there.""They support open standard features.""The user-friendly policy manager lets us apply different controls for various user groups easily.""It's an extremely reliable platform for the network switches we use."

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"Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable since no issues have been reported.""The most valuable feature of Cisco routers is that they are robust.""It is a scalable solution.""I like the firewall. It integrates with AWS. I can use the Cisco product on an AWS server.""The most valuable feature of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is it is easy to manage.""The product offers a very professional experience.""This solution is stable it runs without any interruptions.""Cisco Linksys is scalable. You can use it as an extender, too."

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Cons
"A smoother transition between ISPs during failover would improve the user experience by reducing unnecessary notifications and interruptions.""Something that you will often hear about Arista products is that the price is a bit too high and, like with Cisco, we sometimes have problems with our customers because of its pricing.""Its price can be better.""The CVP management platform needs to be improved.""The intent-based networking management, together with the provider of these solutions that are already free, would be beneficial.""Arista Networks Platform should focus on improving the compatibility or integration with Cisco solutions.""I want the solution to include a unified controller.""The overall price of the Arista Networks Platform is expensive. It should be reduced."

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"On a scale of one to ten, with one being the worst and ten being the best, I rate the tool's scalability as seven since there are some limitations.""Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches are stable but could be better.""The price of the solution should be lower and it should have better security and scalability.""Having the option for a web-based interface would be an improvement over being forced to use the CLI.""Another area of improvement is scalability.""The simplicity of management could be improved so the object-based switch management is possible.""We encounter a challenge in automating the product to reduce manual work.""The product must be made cloud-based."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It is pretty pricey for a networking platform. It is on par with Cisco."
  • "Cost wise, Arista Networks Platform is more expensive than other networking solutions."
  • "Arista is very expensive. Not everybody is in a position to spend $70,000 to $80,000 for one switch."
  • "The price of the Arista Networks Platform could be less expensive for the hardware and license."
  • "There is an annual license required to use the Arista Networks Platform."
  • "Specific tools definitely require a license for the subscription. But we are not using these tools in our environment. In terms of licensing, you need to spend approximately $10,000 per month."
  • "I remember that when our customers were offered the Arista Networks Platform, they used a checklist to compare the prices between Arista and Cisco for their requirements, and found that the prices were almost the same."
  • "I rate the product price a seven on a scale of one to ten where ten is high price and one is low price."
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  • "It's an affordable price for small companies using on-premises networks where cloud services are too expensive for them."
  • "If you look at the product portfolio from Cisco, it's quite expensive."
  • "The price of this solution is high, but it depends on the number of units that you want to order."
  • "I think that pricing should be more competitive. While the Cisco product is good, the pricing is not competitive. People will end up going with other cheaper solutions such as Arista."
  • "Cisco switches are a little expensive when it comes to the price."
  • "The price of Linksys products is pretty reasonable."
  • "The licensing cost is not bad and is actually very competitive within the product category."
  • "Pricing should be more competitive. There are other switches that are cheaper."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
    Top Answer:Arista Networks Platform was cheaper than Cisco. I have heard that the product is affordable for enterprise-sized companies.
    Top Answer:The product fails to offer functions related to cloud orchestration, making it in areas where improvements are required.
    Top Answer:The product is reasonably priced. It is flexible. We can pay for it monthly or annually.
    Ranking
    14th
    out of 39 in Ethernet Switches
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    9,381
    Comparisons
    7,130
    Reviews
    9
    Average Words per Review
    519
    Rating
    8.4
    10th
    out of 39 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    4,539
    Comparisons
    4,250
    Reviews
    30
    Average Words per Review
    379
    Rating
    8.4
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    7000 Series
    Linksys Ethernet Switches
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    Overview

    Arista Networks Platform is a stable and reliable solution for data center features, specifically for non-blocking switches used for spine-leaf connectivity with servers hooked to these switches. It also provides multi-layer switches for client networks, particularly in the banking sector. 

    Arista products are preferred for their stability, good hardware, ease of adoption and configuration, responsive and helpful support, and high throughput ratings. The solution has helped prevent screen loss and business outages in the media industry and is designed for next-generation data centers.

    Linksys Ethernet Switches bring greater reliability and coverage to your home network.
    Sample Customers
    American Internet Services
    Linz AG
    Top Industries
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    Healthcare Company20%
    Consumer Goods Company20%
    Comms Service Provider20%
    Financial Services Firm10%
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    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    University7%
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    Manufacturing Company18%
    Government11%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Comms Service Provider8%
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    Computer Software Company12%
    Retailer11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Government7%
    Company Size
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    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise48%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise64%
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    Small Business54%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise32%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise52%
    Buyer's Guide
    Arista Networks Platform vs. Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Arista Networks Platform vs. Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Arista Networks Platform is ranked 14th in Ethernet Switches with 21 reviews while Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is ranked 10th in Ethernet Switches with 70 reviews. Arista Networks Platform is rated 8.6, while Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Arista Networks Platform writes "Affordable for enterprise-sized companies". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches writes "An advanced, sophisticated solution that allows for segmentation within networks". Arista Networks Platform is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Nexus, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches and Meraki MS Switches, whereas Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches is most compared with NETGEAR Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches and Aruba Switches. See our Arista Networks Platform vs. Cisco Linksys Ethernet Switches report.

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