Netgear GS108
Score: 76/100
TP-Link TL-SG105E Black
Score: 81/100Rankings
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 GS108 is an 8-port unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet switch delivering plug-and-play simplicity and a rugged fanless metal chassis. It lacks managed features such as VLAN, QoS, and PoE, and may run warm under sustained traffic. Best suited for home or small-office users needing reliable basic connectivity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8best | 5 | |
1 Gbpsbest | 1 Gbpsbest | |
16 Gbpsbest | — | |
11.9 Mppsbest | 7.4 Mpps | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 2.82 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 736 g | 430 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Number of Ports | 8 | 5 |
Performance(1) | ||
Forwarding Rate (Mpps) | 11.9 Mpps | 7.4 Mpps |
Network(2) | ||
VLAN Support | false | true |
QoS Support | false | true |
Design(3) | ||
Mounting Options | Desktop, wall | Desktop, Wall-Mount |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 109×165×217 mm | 114.3x104.14x170.18 mm |
Weight (g) | 736 g | 430 g |
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Professional reviewers consistently highlight the GS108's plug-and-play ease, rugged metal construction, and proven stability over long periods. ServeTheHome and other editors commend its performance in demanding tasks like HD streaming and NAS backups, while noting the lack of advanced management features and occasional heat buildup as trade-offs for its simplicity.
Consumers overwhelmingly appreciate the GS108's straightforward setup, compact design, and dependable gigabit performance for everyday home and small-office use. Praise centers on instant connectivity and silent operation, with recurring complaints limited to heat under load and isolated unit failures.
“just plug in and forget”
“worked perfect out of box”
“download speeds went crazy”
