# Best Networking Hardware

## How Many Networking Hardware Products Does G2 Track?

**Total Products under this Category:** 48

### Category Stats (Jul 2026)

- **Average Rating:** 4.41/5 The average rating of products in this category, based on all submitted ratings
- **Top Trending Product:** Arista Switches (+6.25%) - Among all products in this category, Arista Switches recorded the largest rating increase compared to last month

_Last updated: July 28, 2026_

## How Does G2 Rank Networking Hardware Products?

**Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:**

- 30 Analysts and Data Experts
- 500+ Authentic Reviews
- 48+ Products
- Unbiased Rankings

G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. Each product is measured using the same transparent criteria, with no paid placement or vendor influence. While reviews reflect real user experiences, which can be subjective, they offer valuable insight into how software performs in the hands of professionals. Together, these inputs power the G2 Score, a standardized way to compare tools within every category.

[
Cisco Catalyst Switches
](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-catalyst-switches/reviews)

By [Cisco](https://www.g2.com/sellers/cisco)

[

4.6/5(149)

](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-catalyst-switches/reviews)

Product Description

Cisco is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate, and collaborate. As an innovator in the communications and information technology industry, Cisco and our v

[
Cisco Routers
](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-routers/reviews)

By [Cisco](https://www.g2.com/sellers/cisco)

[

4.7/5(90)

](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-routers/reviews)

Product Description

Bring strong security and services to enterprise, service provider, and industrial networks.

[
Huawei Routers
](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-routers/reviews)

By [Huawei Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/huawei-technologies)

[

4.8/5(31)

](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-routers/reviews)

Product Description

Routers with large-capacity, high-reliability, easy O&M, and low power consumption help enterprises in various industries to quickly achieve digital transformation.

[
MikroTik
](https://www.g2.com/products/mikrotik/reviews)

By [MikroTik](https://www.g2.com/sellers/mikrotik)

[

4.6/5(30)

](https://www.g2.com/products/mikrotik/reviews)

Product Description

MikroTik provides wireless ISP systems for Internet connectivity.

[
Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers
](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-wireless-lan-controllers/reviews)

By [Cisco](https://www.g2.com/sellers/cisco)

[

4.4/5(23)

](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-wireless-lan-controllers/reviews)

Product Description

Get your network digital-ready with our intelligent controllers. They'll help scale a small, midsize, or large enterprise network.

[
Datto Networking
](https://www.g2.com/products/kaseya-datto-networking/reviews)

By [Kaseya](https://www.g2.com/sellers/kaseya)

[

4.5/5(21)

](https://www.g2.com/products/kaseya-datto-networking/reviews)

Product Description

Remain connected with high-performance routing, including built-in firewall, intrusion detection, and fully-integrated 4G LTE failover.

[
Netgear Orbi Pro
](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-orbi-pro/reviews)

By [NETGEAR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/netgear)

[

4.4/5(19)

](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-orbi-pro/reviews)

Product Description

Orbi Pro covers your entire business with consistent WiFi so your customers and employees can have stable internet access without downtime. No more struggling with dead zones and spotty WiFi.

Pros and Cons

[
Ease of Use (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-orbi-pro/reviews?qs=pros-and-cons)[
Connectivity Issues (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-orbi-pro/reviews?qs=pros-and-cons)

[
Huawei Ethernet Switches
](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-ethernet-switches/reviews)

By [Huawei Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/huawei-technologies)

[

4.7/5(16)

](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-ethernet-switches/reviews)

Product Description

Welcome to the official Huawei Twitter account. Huawei is a leading global provider of ICT infrastructure and smart devices.

[
Juniper Networks Switching
](https://www.g2.com/products/juniper-networks-switching/reviews)

By [Juniper Networks](https://www.g2.com/sellers/juniper-networks)

[

4.7/5(16)

](https://www.g2.com/products/juniper-networks-switching/reviews)

Product Description

Improve the economics of networking with cloud-grade, high-density Ethernet switching across your data center, campus, and branch.

[
Huawei WLAN
](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-wlan/reviews)

By [Huawei Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/huawei-technologies)

[

4.4/5(15)

](https://www.g2.com/products/huawei-wlan/reviews)

Product Description

Huawei provides a full series of WLAN products compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards to establish high-speed, secure, and reliable wireless network connections for indoor and outdoor applications

[
Dell Ethernet Networking...
](https://www.g2.com/products/dell-ethernet-networking-switches/reviews)

By [Dell Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/dell-technologies-decced23-0884-427d-88d4-718c9d1d4ea6)

[

4.4/5(14)

](https://www.g2.com/products/dell-ethernet-networking-switches/reviews)

Product Description

High-performance, resilient architectures and versatile platforms for next-generation mid-size data centers and enterprise campus networks.

[
HPE Networking Switches
](https://www.g2.com/products/hpe-networking-switches/reviews)

By [HP Development Company](https://www.g2.com/sellers/hp-development-company)

[

4.6/5(13)

](https://www.g2.com/products/hpe-networking-switches/reviews)

Product Description

Planning networking infrastructure around your business' potential future needs can be challenging, even for someone with experience in the field. Businesses evolve in sometimes unexpected ways and th

[
Netgear Nighthawk M1 Mobile...
](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-nighthawk-m1-mobile-router/reviews)

By [NETGEAR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/netgear)

[

4.2/5(13)

](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-nighthawk-m1-mobile-router/reviews)

Product Description

Advance the way you WiFi on-the-go — the Nighthawk M1 Mobile Router by NETGEAR is the world's first commercial Gigabit LTE device to achieve maximum download speeds of 1 Gbps, bringing our mobile broa

[
Netgear Switches
](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-switches/reviews)

By [NETGEAR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/netgear)

[

4/5(6)

](https://www.g2.com/products/netgear-switches/reviews)

Product Description

NETGEAR high-end Fully Managed Switches offer a secure, future-proof networking infrastructure‚√Ñ√¨with integrated security, high availability, delivery optimization and enhanced manageability, design

[
Aruba Instant On Access Points
](https://www.g2.com/products/aruba-instant-on-access-points/reviews)

By [Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company](https://www.g2.com/sellers/aruba-a-hewlett-packard-enterprise-company)

[

4.6/5(5)

](https://www.g2.com/products/aruba-instant-on-access-points/reviews)

Product Description

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard company offers a family of wireless access points (AP) designed to give SMBs the performance and security features traditionally limited to large enterprises. With models desi

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Researched and written by [Rachana Hasyagar](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/rachana-hasyagar)

Updated March 2, 2026

Networking hardware refers to dedicated physical devices that enable, manage, and optimize communication across networks by directing, segmenting, and transmitting data between connected systems. It includes network components such as switches and routers. Networking hardware provides the foundational connectivity layer across environments.

Key benefits of networking hardware:

- Enables secure and reliable communication across local and wide area networks (WAN)
- Optimizes traffic flow through intelligent switching and routing
- Supports scalability to accommodate growing users and devices
- Provides visibility and control over network infrastructure
- Improved network performance with dedicated traffic management capabilities

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