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We performed a comparison between Broadcom StrataConnect and Huawei Ethernet Switches based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"They have some of the fastest speeds available."

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"The most valuable feature of the solution is its network monitoring system.""The HTTP features for security are very good. We use all of the regular features.""The CLI syntax.""Huawei Ethernet switches are easy to use and can be managed using either the GUI or via the command-line.""They are very user-friendly. Handling Huawei is very easy.""The most valuable features are that it is easy to use, easy to configure, it's priced well, and the operating system is easy to understand.""The most valuable aspect of Huawei Ethernet Switches is their excellent scalability.""I use it on a daily basis and I find it to be quite stable."

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"Broadcom's biggest issue is that they don't like to share information."

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"The technical support is a bit difficult to work with if you don't speak Mandarin.""The only thing that could be better is the security module.""I would like the tool to improve its operational efficiency, speed, security features, and functionalities.""Huawei has a lot of issues; it's not in sync properly. For instance, if the ONT is down, there's another problem with another ONT that is not functioning correctly. Even after configuring the siding, I cannot reach some other side, and I don't know why it's happening.""The stability could be improved.""Huawei Ethernet Switches are scalable but can be improved.""The company needs to provide more on hand training on the product.""The performance has been slow at times."

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  • "It's approximately $1,000,000.00 if you want to get a license for the software."
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  • "We have a one-year license. There are no additional costs besides the licensing fee."
  • "The exact pricing varies based on how many units you purchase."
  • "Huawei comes with a lot of features out of the box that you have to pay extra for with other products. They do charge extra in the licensing for certain additional features."
  • "The price of Huawei ethernet switches is cheap."
  • "The product is competitively priced in its market."
  • "It's a reasonable price, cheaper than some other vendors."
  • "The price is one of the only issues I have regarding this solution."
  • "The switch came as part of a package bundle that includes internet service."
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    Overview

    StrataConnect switches support 1 Gigabit, 2.5 Gigabit, 5 Gigabit, 10 Gigabit, and 25 Gigabit I/O speeds covering switch bandwidths from tens of gigabits to hundreds of gigabits. StrataConnect switches integrate optional CPU, Copper PHYs or high-speed SerDes with built-in buffering, traffic management, and L2-L4 processing enabling complete “system-on-a-chip” solutions. The StrataConnect line is designed for low power, optimized Layer 2 switching, and simplicity of design ideal for SMB, SME, industrial, embedded, control plane, and layer 2 data plane switch applications. Market-leading switch products are enabled by pairing FASTPATH turnkey software with StrataConnect switches via a low touch, rapid time-to-market model.

    Huawei SOHO & SMB Switches, an Energy-saving Ethernet access switches with service features that are easy to install and maintain. It has a S1700 Series Enterprise Switches that caters from small- to medium-sized businesses and Internet cafes.
    Sample Customers
    Coty, Banese, Intellinet
    Newcastle University, Jingyang District of Deyang City in Sichuan Province, Southwest China, Glasgow Rangers Soccer Team, RMIT, Insurance Industry Association of Zhejiang Province, China, APT Satellite Holdings Limited (APT)
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Manufacturing Company14%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Educational Organization8%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider17%
    Pharma/Biotech Company14%
    Government11%
    Computer Software Company11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
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    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise35%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise55%
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    Broadcom StrataConnect is ranked 28th in Ethernet Switches while Huawei Ethernet Switches is ranked 13th in Ethernet Switches with 50 reviews. Broadcom StrataConnect is rated 9.0, while Huawei Ethernet Switches is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Broadcom StrataConnect writes "Scales well, reliable, and has good support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Huawei Ethernet Switches writes "The solution is power efficient, stable, and provides free-of-cost batch upgrades". Broadcom StrataConnect is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches and Mellanox Switches, whereas Huawei Ethernet Switches is most compared with Cisco Ethernet Switches, Aruba Switches, H3C Ethernet Switches, HPE Ethernet Switches and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center.

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