Broadcom StrataXGS vs Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center comparison

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We performed a comparison between Broadcom StrataXGS and Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from."

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"Based on my use cases, Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center was a great product that was easy to manage and work with while being a powerful tool.""I like the solution's technical support. I rate the technical support a ten out of ten.""The single pane of glass that helps us manage everything through FortiManager is the most important feature.""The most valuable feature is the port analytics.""The initial setup was simple.""An affordable and stable solution for small-medium companies.""What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere.""The product's most valuable feature is its ability to manage switches from one central point."

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Cons
"The support could improve."

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"The FortiSwitch product was initially quite complex.""The UI of the firewall and reporting could be improved.""Routing is an area in Fortinet FortiSwitch with certain shortcomings where improvements are needed.""They could improve availability and security by detecting and preventing switch attacks.""Does not have as many features as other solutions, such as segmentation and analytics engines.""Before using FortiSwitch, you need several certifications.""We need to understand a bit more about certifications and knowledge for understanding capabilities. The solution should make that more clear to its users.""Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center needs to improve its UI and stability."

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  • "The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive."
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  • "Cost-wise, Fortinet solutions are cheaper than those offered by Cisco."
  • "This solution is expensive but it does not require a license."
  • "It is reasonably priced."
  • "The solution's pricing is a little high. The solution deserves the current price it receives from its users."
  • "The product is less expensive than one of its competitors."
  • "Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is expensive."
  • "The solution is not expensive."
  • "We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which is expensive."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from.
    Top Answer:The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive. I rate the price of Broadcom StrataXGS a three out of ten.
    Top Answer:The support could improve.
    Top Answer:What I like about the solution is that it can be accessed anywhere.
    Top Answer:We pay a yearly licensing fee for the solution, which is expensive.
    Ranking
    20th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    1,215
    Comparisons
    1,045
    Reviews
    1
    Average Words per Review
    226
    Rating
    10.0
    16th
    out of 34 in Ethernet Switches
    Views
    2,508
    Comparisons
    1,859
    Reviews
    5
    Average Words per Review
    237
    Rating
    7.6
    Comparisons
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    StrataXGS
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    Overview

    The StrataXGS product line offers the most highly integrated, highest-bandwidth switching solutions available in the market. StrataXGS switch solutions cover multiple markets including data center cloud, enterprise wiring closet and aggregation, and service provider solutions for access, aggregation and embedded markets. The StrataXGS family of products scales from multi-gigabit to multi-terabit switches offering comprehensive single-chip integration of Smart Buffer technology, large table scale, rich packet-processing and traffic management features, and data plane programmability to provide the versatility demanded by modern network infrastructure.

    With 10 or 40 GE access ports and a high-throughput backbone, FortiSwitch Data Center Switches are ideal for the top-of-rack (ToR) server or firewall-aggregation applications. The high-speed switching fabric is also well suited for enterprise network core or backbone network installations.

    Sample Customers
    State Bank of India, Hill International, Coty
    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Manufacturing Company23%
    Computer Software Company21%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Construction Company5%
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider25%
    Insurance Company25%
    Renewables & Environment Company13%
    Marketing Services Firm13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Comms Service Provider9%
    Government7%
    Financial Services Firm5%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business20%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise67%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business67%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise44%
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    Broadcom StrataXGS is ranked 20th in Ethernet Switches with 1 review while Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is ranked 16th in Ethernet Switches with 18 reviews. Broadcom StrataXGS is rated 10.0, while Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Broadcom StrataXGS writes "Useful multi-processes, software compatibility, and flexible". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center writes "Has intuitive graphical user interface, but the security features need improvement". Broadcom StrataXGS is most compared with Broadcom StrataDNX and Mellanox Switches, whereas Fortinet FortiSwitch - Data Center is most compared with Aruba Switches, Cisco Ethernet Switches, Ubiquiti UniFi Switches, Huawei Ethernet Switches and Meraki MS Switches.

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