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We performed a comparison between Arista Networks Platform and ExtremeSwitching based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Center Networking 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. ExtremeSwitching Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The most valuable features of the Arista Networks Platform are the EVPN and VXLAN. It has comprehensive features.""The configuration capabilities were good.""Arista Networks Platform offers straightforward deployment, and has good features. Support for the platform is also good.""The solution has good load latency. They're the market leader in this aspect right now.""They support open standard features.""The best part is the single operating system that they have. Regardless of your model, it's the same operating system functioning across the board, which means you don't have to worry about backward compatibilities between your older switches and the new ones that you deploy.""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.""Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

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"The unique ring topology is actually a handy innovation.""The solution can scale.""It is meeting our expectations in terms of performance as well as cost-effectiveness.""In the case of small businesses, the solution is budget-friendly and easy to configure.""Performance is good.""The solution has inspection firewalls that can do a deep packet inspection on a port basis.""The most valuable features of ExtremeSwitching are that they are robust and have plenty of features. There is a lot of functionality. They have a lot of other features ExtremeSwitching that you can get involved with but I haven't been using many of them.""The solution excels in configuration and other aspects. It offers reliability and performance."

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Cons
"I want the solution to include a unified controller.""The intent-based networking management, together with the provider of these solutions that are already free, would be beneficial.""The stability of this solution needs to be improved as part of the next upgrade.""An area for improvement in Arista Networks Platform is its integration, e.g. it needs to have more integration with its new products. Incorporating more security and cloud is also another area for improvement in the platform.""The solution needs to accommodate new features.""Its price can be better.""The community is good but is not good enough. It still needs to grow more.""The overall price of the Arista Networks Platform is expensive. It should be reduced."

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"The licensing is expensive.""Extreme Networks does not have any entry-level products. This is a problem for them because Aruba has an Instant On series, which is new and cost-effective. Cisco also has the 1000 series, and other brands offer entry-level products.""We noticed over the years that the price of the Extreme Switches has been rising and this will become a concern in the future.""The solution lacks a cyber asset attack capability.""The interface could be improved.""There are latency issues that need to be addressed.""ExtremeSwitching hardware lacks flexibility compared to some other options.""I believe they should be more aggressive in terms of pricing."

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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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  • "On pricing, ExtremeSwitches are going to beat most of the major competition."
  • "It is not a subscription-based model, and there is no licensing concept. We have to pay for hardware AMC. We have hardware on our premises and for the hardware support, we have to go for the annual maintenance contract with the partner."
  • "The pricing and licensing are good with the cloud."
  • "There is a cost for ExtremeSwitching and if you want the support and maintenance, there are additional costs. My clients typically pay for the support and maintenance annually."
  • "There is no license required to use the solution. The hardware controller is expensive, and this is why I prefer controlling ExtremeSwitching on the cloud."
  • "The price is expensive. We pay for a license, but you have to pay more if you want to increase the number."
  • "We paid 25,000 to 30,000 INR."
  • "ExtremeSwitching offers very good pricing plans for their licenses. Compared to their rivals, ExtremeSwitching's prices are very affordable and reasonable. This is why our customers are happy to pay for their service critical support. ExtremeSwitching also offers a great portal to track clients, further satisfying our customers. They are always happy to pay for the service every month. The pricing is very reasonable."
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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 solution excels in configuration and other aspects. It offers reliability and performance.
    Top Answer:The product is expensive because of its working nature.
    Top Answer:ExtremeSwitching hardware lacks flexibility compared to some other options.
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    Also Known As
    7000 Series
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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.

    ExtremeSwitching is the family of products comprising different switch types: Modular (X8 and 8000 series [formerly BlackDiamond] and S and K series switches); Stackable (X-series and A, B, C, and 7100 series switches); Standalone (SSA, X430, and D, 200, 800, and ISW series); and Mobile Backhaul (E4G). ExtremeSwitching work from Edge Switching that ensures the performance and reliable operation of end-user devices and applications including port density, bandwidth, and network services to Aggregation / Core Switches is designed for the demanding needs of aggregation, top-of-rack and campus core environments, these switches deliver 10Gb, 40Gb and even 100Gb bandwidth with maximum throughput and reliability.
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    American Internet Services
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    Top Industries
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    Healthcare Company17%
    Consumer Goods Company17%
    Government17%
    Comms Service Provider17%
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    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    University7%
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    Government17%
    University17%
    Security Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
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    Computer Software Company12%
    Construction Company10%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Real Estate/Law Firm9%
    Company Size
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    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise48%
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    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise64%
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    Small Business39%
    Midsize Enterprise33%
    Large Enterprise28%
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    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise58%
    Buyer's Guide
    Arista Networks Platform vs. ExtremeSwitching
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Arista Networks Platform vs. ExtremeSwitching and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Arista Networks Platform is ranked 2nd in Data Center Networking with 21 reviews while ExtremeSwitching is ranked 5th in Data Center Networking with 17 reviews. Arista Networks Platform is rated 8.6, while ExtremeSwitching is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Arista Networks Platform writes "Affordable for enterprise-sized companies". On the other hand, the top reviewer of ExtremeSwitching writes "Easy to configure, with a switching-level security feature". Arista Networks Platform is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Nexus, Juniper EX Series Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches and Cisco Ethernet Switches, whereas ExtremeSwitching is most compared with Cisco Catalyst Switches, Cisco Nexus and NETGEAR Switches. See our Arista Networks Platform vs. ExtremeSwitching report.

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