MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+RM
#6 in Network Switch · Rated 4.1
Cloud Router Switch with RouterOS/SwitchOS, 24G + 2xSFP+
CRS326-24G-2S+RM is MikroTik’s cloud-ready, rack-mountable switch in the Cloud Router Switch family. It ships with RouterOS/SwitchOS and two SFP+ cages for 10G uplinks, enabling flexible routing and switching configurations in one box. The device is favored by enthusiasts, small labs, and cost-conscious SMBs that want advanced routing, VLANs, port mirroring, and tailored traffic policies at a low entry price. The dual-boot option between RouterOS and SwitchOS gives administrators flexibility, while MikroTik’s ecosystem supports diverse network setups from simple L2 to sophisticated L3/topology designs.
Features
- 24 x Gigabit ports
- 2 x 10G SFP+ ports
- Dual boot: RouterOS/SwitchOS
- Rack-mountable
- Low power consumption
Pros
- Excellent value for features
- Flexible OS options
- Compact 1U form factor
Cons
- Steeper learning curve for RouterOS
- Community-based support model