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NETGEAR ProSafe Managed Switches vs. RUCKUS Ethernet Switches

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
NETGEAR ProSafe Managed Switches
Score 10.0 out of 10
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NETGEAR ProSafe Managed Switches is San Jose headquartered NETGEAR's line of LAN switch technology.N/A
RUCKUS Ethernet Switches
Score 10.0 out of 10
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Now from CommScope, the RUCKUS® ICX family of fixed form-factor switches work together to simplify network set-up and management, enhance security, and minimize troubleshooting, offered as low-latency, non-blocking architecture that provide throughput for demanding applications.
$835
Pricing
NETGEAR ProSafe Managed SwitchesRUCKUS Ethernet Switches
Editions & Modules
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Compact Switch
$835.00
Port Switch
$1,000.00
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
NETGEAR ProSafe Managed SwitchesRUCKUS Ethernet Switches
Free Trial
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Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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Community Pulse
NETGEAR ProSafe Managed SwitchesRUCKUS Ethernet Switches
Best Alternatives
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Small Businesses

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Medium-sized Companies
Extreme Networks Wired Access - Switches
Extreme Networks Wired Access - Switches
Score 9.0 out of 10
Extreme Networks Wired Access - Switches
Extreme Networks Wired Access - Switches
Score 9.0 out of 10
Enterprises
Cisco Nexus Series Switches
Cisco Nexus Series Switches
Score 9.1 out of 10
Cisco Ethernet Switches
Cisco Ethernet Switches
Score 9.1 out of 10
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User Ratings
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User Testimonials
NETGEAR ProSafe Managed SwitchesRUCKUS Ethernet Switches
Likelihood to Recommend
Well suited for a small business with minimal IT capital.
Steve P | TrustRadius Reviewer
Steve P
Information Technology Manager
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I'm not sure of a situation where Ruckus ICX switches wouldn't be appropriate unless you work in a very small company where you only have one or two switches and don't need managed (smart) switches. For every other situation, I think the switches are robust enough and certainly cost-effective enough to serve most any situation or need.
Kenneth Hess | TrustRadius Reviewer
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Pros
  • The switches met the data transfer needs of a small business with about 30 users and 4 servers.
  • The web interface was adequate for a business that didn't have the need to dive into a device with a CLI.
  • These were wall mounted. Not the best network design, but small businesses cut corners. The mounting holes helped with this "solution".
Steve P | TrustRadius Reviewer
Steve P
Information Technology Manager
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  • Port Density/cost per port
  • Some models auto-stack, which makes connectivity much easier
  • The E-rate discounts for education are AMAZING
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Cons
  • Both switches were the same model number, same firmware. One switch needed to be rebooted about every 5 weeks. This problem was never resolved.
Steve P | TrustRadius Reviewer
Steve P
Information Technology Manager
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  • Documentation
  • Built in Help for commands
  • Consistency between models
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Alternatives Considered
The NetGear switches are definitely entry-level switches. They don't have the functionality (or cost) of Dell, HP, nor Cisco. But for the money, a business that is just starting out can't complain.
Steve P | TrustRadius Reviewer
Steve P
Information Technology Manager
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Ruckus outperformed other vendors, especially those priced higher than ruckus. The performance for the cost allows for a longer reliable use over other vendors evaluated.
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Return on Investment
  • The NetGear switches made a positive impact as entry level switches for a startup company.
Steve P | TrustRadius Reviewer
Steve P
Information Technology Manager
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  • These switches are very good in the virtual environment. We have a highly reliable network in part because of these switches
  • The high uptime allows the business to offer reliable always-on connectivity to our clients
  • Speeds are fantastic, especially in a big data environment where speed is crucial to our remote client base
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