10-Port Gigabit Managed PoE Switch - 8 PoE+ Ports, 120W

Our review of the 10-Port Gigabit Managed PoE Switch finds it best suited for small offices, retail sites, and home lab environments that need reliable power and data over a single cable. The single biggest reason to buy is the combination of eight IEEE802.3af/at PoE+ ports delivering up to 30W per port (120W total) with managed features accessible locally or via a free cloud app, which simplifies device control and scheduling without demanding a large IT team.

Key Features

• 8 PoE+ Ports: Supplies up to 30W per port and a shared 120W budget to power cameras, phones, and access points without extra power supplies.
• 2 Gigabit Uplink Ports: Two dedicated gigabit uplinks make it easy to connect the switch to a core router or another switch for higher throughput and flexible topology.
• Smart Cloud and Web Management: Manage locally with a fixed IP or remotely with the free cloud app for monitoring and adjusting settings from a phone or laptop.
• PoE Scheduler: Schedule power delivery for exact days and times to cut energy use and reduce unnecessary device uptime during off hours.
• VLAN Security: Segment traffic with 802.1Q VLANs to improve LAN security, reduce broadcast storms, and keep data separated by department or device type.
• Pro-Grade Controls: Offers QoS, bandwidth control, static MAC lock, port mirroring, and automatic cable testing to simplify setup and optimize performance.

Who It's For

This switch is aimed at small business owners, installers, and advanced home users who need managed PoE functionality without enterprise complexity. The cloud and web management options let a single IT generalist or tech-savvy user monitor cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless APs across multiple sites.

Those who should look elsewhere include users who need more than 120W of PoE budget, extremely large campus deployments expecting dozens of PoE devices, or environments that require modular hot-swappable power supplies or chassis-level redundancy.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Combines data and up to 30W of power per port for simple, clean installs of PoE devices.
• Flexible management via local web interface or free cloud app enables remote monitoring and configuration.
• VLANs, QoS, and bandwidth controls provide real network security and performance tools for small networks.
• Fanless metal design reduces noise while the auto cable test and port mirroring speed setup and diagnostics.

Cons

• 120W total PoE budget limits the number of high-power devices you can run simultaneously.
• Not intended for very large enterprise networks that require chassis-based redundancy or higher aggregate throughput.

Specifications

Our Verdict

The 10-Port Gigabit Managed PoE Switch is a strong value for small businesses and prosumer users who need dependable PoE+ delivery with real management features. Its combination of smart cloud management, VLAN security, and a 120W PoE budget makes it a practical, cost-effective choice where noise-free operation and straightforward setup are priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the switch manage devices locally without internet?
Yes. It supports web management via a fixed IP on the local network without requiring internet access.

How much power does each PoE port provide?
Each PoE port can provide up to 30W, with a total PoE budget of 120W across all PoE ports.

Does the switch support VLANs for network segmentation?
Yes. It supports 802.1Q VLANs and other management features to segment traffic and improve LAN security.