Rankings
The TP-Link TL-SG108E is an 8-port Easy Smart switch delivering non-blocking 16 Gbps performance and a solid set of management features in a fanless metal chassis. It lacks PoE and has a modest VLAN limit, making it best suited for small-to-medium offices that need basic smart functionality without the cost of full-managed gear.
The Ubiquiti USW-PRO-24-POE is a 24-port Gigabit PoE++ rack-mount switch with Layer 3 routing, 400 W PoE budget, and dual 10 Gbps SFP+ uplinks. It delivers high power and routing capabilities but is fan-cooled and limited to 1 GbE copper ports. Targeted at SMBs and AV installers requiring extensive PoE and routing in a 1U form factor.
The TP-Link TL-SG105E is a 5-port Easy Smart switch that adds VLAN and QoS management to a fanless metal design. It sacrifices PoE and higher port density, making it best for small offices that need basic traffic control without full management.
The Netgear GS308E is an 8-port Gigabit managed switch offering fanless silent operation and very low power draw. It lacks PoE and higher-speed 10 Gbps uplinks, and its feature set is limited compared to higher-end models. Ideal for small office/home office environments needing basic VLAN and QoS.
The Linksys LGS310MPC is an 8-port managed PoE+ switch with a 110 W budget, VLAN, ACLs and two Gigabit SFP uplinks, targeting small-office and government deployments. Its limited port count, external power supply and lack of rack-mount kit constrain scalability. It excels for sites needing PoE and basic Layer-3 routing in a compact form factor.
The D-Link DGS-1100-05V2 is a 5-port fanless smart-managed switch that delivers VLAN, QoS and other L2 features while consuming little power. Its main trade-off is the limited port count and lack of PoE, which may restrict expansion. Ideal for small offices or home offices that need basic traffic management without noise.
The MikroTik CRS305-1G-4S+IN is a compact, fanless 5-port switch offering four 10 Gbps SFP+ ports and a single Gigabit Ethernet port, delivering high-speed fiber aggregation with low power draw. Its modest CPU and lack of copper 10 Gbps ports limit routing performance and advanced features. Best suited for silent, space-constrained fiber aggregation scenarios.
The Zyxel GS1200-8HPv2 is an 8-port gigabit Ethernet web-managed switch with four PoE+ ports and a fanless metal chassis, delivering solid L2 features like VLAN and QoS. Its PoE budget is limited to 60 W and it lacks SFP uplinks or advanced Layer 3 routing. Ideal for small offices needing mixed PoE and non-PoE connectivity.
The STEAMEMO 5-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch offers a solid metal build and useful VLAN/QoS management for small networks. It lacks PoE output and higher-speed uplinks, limiting expansion options. Ideal for SMBs or home offices needing basic managed features at a low price.
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8 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 24best | 8 | 5 | 8 | 5 | |
1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbpsbest | 10 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | |
16 Gbps | — | 16 Gbps | 82 Gbps | 88 Gbpsbest | 20 Gbps | — | 16 Gbps | — | |
11.9 Mpps | 7.4 Mpps | — | 61 Mpps | 65 Mppsbest | 14.88 Mpps | — | — | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.82 Wbest | 3.7 W | 18 W | 450 W | 133.77 W | — | 72 W | — |
| ↓ lower better | — | — | — | — | 50 Wbest | — | — | — | — |
| ↓ lower better | 508 g | 430 g | 500 g | 453.6 g | 3,799 g | 1,650 g | 226.8 gbest | 649 g | — |
5 years | — | 5 years | — | 1 years | 5.5 yearsbest | — | — | 1 years |
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Ports(2) | |||||||||
Number of Ports | 8 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 24 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 5 |
Port Speed (Gbps) | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps |
Performance(2) | |||||||||
Switching Capacity (Gbps) | 16 Gbps | — | 16 Gbps | 82 Gbps | 88 Gbps | 20 Gbps | — | 16 Gbps | — |
Forwarding Rate (Mpps) | 11.9 Mpps | 7.4 Mpps | — | 61 Mpps | 65 Mpps | 14.88 Mpps | — | — | — |
Power(2) | |||||||||
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 2.7-3.68 W | 2.82 W | 3.7 W | 18 W | 450 W | 133.77 W | — | 72 W | — |
PoE Support | false | false | false | true | true | true | — | true | true |
Design(4) | |||||||||
Fanless Design | true | true | true | true | false | — | true | true | — |
Mounting Options | Desktop, Wall-Mount | Desktop, Wall-Mount | Desktop, wall, rack | — | rack-mount | Desktop, Wall-mount | Desktop, Wall-mount | Desktop, Wall-mount | Desktop, Wall-mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 25x101x158 mm | 114.3x104.14x170.18 mm | 29×158×101 mm | 28×141×115 mm mm | 45x300x500 mm | 27x240x156 mm | width: 3.25 inches, height: 1.1 inches, length: 4.0 inches mm | 240×26×105 mm mm | 26.9×79.8×131.8 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 508 g | 430 g | 500 g | 453.6 g | 3799 g | 1650 g | 226.8 g | 649 g | — |
General(3) | |||||||||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | — | 5 years | — | 1 years | 5.5 years | lifetime years | — | 1 years |
Operating Temperature (°C) | 0-40 °C | — | 0-40 °C | — | — | 0-40 °C | — | — | 60 °C |
Certifications | FCC, RoHS | — | — | — | CE, FCC, IC | TAA | — | — | — |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors view the TL-SG108E as a solid, affordable step up from unmanaged switches, emphasizing its 16 Gbps non-blocking throughput, effective QoS with multiple queues, and useful L2 tools such as IGMP snooping, port mirroring and cable diagnostics.
Everyday users generally praise the switch for its plug-and-play simplicity, silent operation, fast Gigabit performance and compact metal design. Recurring positive themes include easy setup, quiet operation and noticeable energy savings, while the most common complaints revolve around the external power adapter, missing PoE and the basic level of management features.
Professional reviewers praise the CRS305-1G-4S+IN for its silent, compact design and impressive hardware-offloaded switching performance, while noting that its modest CPU and lack of copper 10 Gbps support make it unsuitable as a primary router. The dual-boot capability adds flexibility, but routing throughput remains a secondary strength.
Professional reviewers and Ubiquiti's own documentation position the USW-Pro-24-POE as a solid, enterprise-class PoE switch that balances power delivery, Layer 3 features, and a compact 1U design.
Consumer sentiment is inferred from product availability and demand signals; users appreciate the high PoE capacity and easy local management, though they note concerns about fan noise and limited throughput.
Professional reviewers and editors describe the LGS310MPC as a reliable, TAA-compliant solution that simplifies PoE+ deployments in small offices and government settings. They praise its compact form factor, robust PoE budget, and basic Layer-3 capabilities while noting that it targets entry-level managed switching rather than high-performance enterprise cores.
Everyday users consistently praise the switch for its easy, zero-configuration setup, stable performance across multiple streaming devices, and quiet operation.
Professional reviewers, such as Tom's Hardware, recommend the DGS-1100-05V2 as a solid choice for users who need more control than an unmanaged switch, praising its easy-to-use web interface, VLAN support, QoS, and silent, energy-efficient design.
Professional reviewers and editors were not found in the research; manufacturer materials highlight essential PoE+ features and user-friendly web management.
No consumer feedback or forum discussions were identified; product pages describe suitability for office use without reported complaints.
Professional sources, though limited, describe the switch as a cost-effective managed solution for SMBs, emphasizing its VLAN/QoS capabilities and sturdy metal enclosure as strengths for reliable, congestion-free networking.
Everyday users of related STEAMEMO models commend the affordable price and straightforward configuration, while no major complaints about performance have surfaced for this specific 16-port version.
