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We performed a comparison between 3Com H3C Switches and MikroTik Cloud Router Switch 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 3Com H3C Switches vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"They are easy to use, they are cheaper, and it's a trusted brand.""The installation is quite straightforward.""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.""The reliability of the solution has been the best feature.""They're straightforward and stable."

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"The performance has been good.""There are a lot of features to control permitting or stopping packets in the network.""It is user-friendly, reliable, and cheap.""Some of the most valuable features are the simplicity, cost, usability, and power. As a package, it's extremely effective.""The most valuable feature is that it has better throughput than its competitors.""The beauty of MikroTik is that you have flexibility with the routing parts.""The wiki page that describes the scripting and other features is very good.""The GUI is easy to use."

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Cons
"I think there's nothing that needs to be improved because the company is no longer in existence.""When we try to do configuration changes sometimes it malfunctions.""The configuration of 3Com H3C Switches could be better.""The cost and the integration with other solutions could be better.""The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication."

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"Antispam and antivirus features should be included in the future.""The bulk efficiencies and the control of traffic could be a bit better.""Technical support could be better.""It would be even better with a centralized management platform.""The user interface could improve and they should allow a license for IBS.""It happens that you may find your network is down, if you reboot the switch, they come up. However, sometimes, they reset themselves. That's a big issue.""There has to be more development in the OS. It's complex for this switch as compared to others like Cisco. For NetGear and Cisco, it's easy to adapt the VLAN concept but it should be simplified for MikroTik.""In medium to large sectors, there's a necessity for managing aspects like proxy firewalls."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost could be improved, but it is cheaper than the others."
  • "3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."
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  • "MikroTik is really cheap compared to the competitors."
  • "This product has a one-time cost and there is no licensing fee."
  • "The price of the solution is fair and there is a one-time license purchase only."
  • "They came with the licensing when we purchased them."
  • "The price is competitive."
  • "In Pakistan, if you buy this cloud router, it's approximately $700 for the device."
  • "The licensing for MikroTik is great. It's easy to enter, especially for small businesses. Their model is great."
  • "I consider it to be a cost-effective solution."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The installation is quite straightforward.
    Top Answer:3Com H3C Switches have a competitive cost. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten.
    Top Answer:The technical support services need improvement in terms of communication.
    Top Answer:A valuable aspect is its user-friendly configuration, making it accessible even for individuals with basic technical knowledge.
    Top Answer:It comes at an affordable price, which is advantageous. I consider it to be a cost-effective solution.
    Top Answer:In medium to large sectors, there's a necessity for managing aspects like proxy firewalls. Additionally, the introduction of an Enterprise Management System is crucial. This system should encompass… more »
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    23rd
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    365
    Rating
    7.0
    14th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
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    3,124
    Comparisons
    2,019
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    10
    Average Words per Review
    485
    Rating
    7.6
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    Also Known As
    MikroTik CRS Series
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    Overview
    3Com Baseline switches provide cost-effective layer 2 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet switching for LANs that do not need management capabilities. Simple to install and economical to own, they feature wirespeed performance on fixed-configuration, rack-mountable platforms.
    MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is a new Smart Switch series. It combines the best features of a fully functional router and a Layer 3 switch, is powered by the familiar RouterOS. All the specific Switch configuration options are available in a special Switch menu, also ports can be removed from the switch configuration, and used for routing purposes.
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    British Columbia Assessment Authority, DreamWorks, DRV
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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company12%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    University8%
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    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    Media Company6%
    Educational Organization6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise38%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise59%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business83%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business40%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise43%
    Buyer's Guide
    3Com H3C Switches vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about 3Com H3C Switches vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    3Com H3C Switches is ranked 23rd in Ethernet Switches with 6 reviews while MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is ranked 14th in Ethernet Switches with 17 reviews. 3Com H3C Switches is rated 8.0, while MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of 3Com H3C Switches writes "Reliable platform with a straightforward installation process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of MikroTik Cloud Router Switch writes "Easy to set up, user-friendly, and reliable". 3Com H3C Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches, D-Link Ethernet Switches and Huawei Ethernet Switches, whereas MikroTik Cloud Router Switch is most compared with MikroTik Routers and Switches, Netgate TNSR, Huawei Enterprise Routers, Cisco Enterprise Routers and Meraki MS Switches. See our 3Com H3C Switches vs. MikroTik Cloud Router Switch report.

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