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2.5GbE Switch Prices: Compare Five-Port, Eight-Port and PoE Models
A 2.5GbE switch is a practical upgrade for modern desktops, Wi-Fi access points, mini PCs and NAS systems. It offers more than twice the usable throughput of gigabit Ethernet while often reusing existing cabling and lower-cost adapters.
Current 2.5GbE switch offers
Prices and availability can change. Confirm the final specification and price on Amazon before purchasing.
23Current offers
$34.99Lowest price
$107.02Median price
21 hours agoLast updated
| Product | Key specification | Ports and features | Current price |
|---|---|---|---|
 TP-Link TL-SG105S-M2, 5 Port Multi-Gigabit 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch2.5GbE switch · TP-Link |
Wi-Fi 6 · 5Gbps · Cat6 | 5 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $34.99View on Amazon |
 UGREEN 2.5Gb Switch, 5-Port Ethernet Switch, 5 x 2.5Gb Uplink, Metal Case2.5GbE switch · UGREEN |
Wi-Fi 6 · 5Gbps | 5 ports · 5 multi-gig | $39.99View on Amazon |
 Cudy 5 Port 2.5G Easy Smart Switch, USB-C Powered, Compact, HS105U2.5GbE switch · Cudy |
5Gbps · Cat5e | 5 ports · 5 multi-gig · Managed · RJ45 | $49.90View on Amazon |
 NUBASA 8 Port 2.5Gb Switch, Pro-Level Unmanaged 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Switch2.5GbE switch · NUBASA |
10Gbps · 33ft | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged · RJ45 + SFP | $50.39View on Amazon |
 D-Link 5-Port 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch for Office, Media or Gaming2.5GbE switch · D-Link |
Wi-Fi 6 · 5Gbps · Cat6 | 5 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $54.39View on Amazon |
 10 Port 2.5Gb Unmanaged Ethernet Switch with 8* 2.5G Base-T Ports, 2* 10G SFP+ Ports. GiGaPlus 2.5Gbps Network Switch for 2.5Gbps NAS/PC, WiFi6 Router, Wireless AP. Fanless Design, Plug and Play2.5GbE switch · GigaPlus |
Wi-Fi 6 · 10Gbps | 10 ports · 20 multi-gig · Unmanaged · RJ45 + SFP | $55.24View on Amazon |
 BrosTrend 2.5Gb Switch, 8 Port Unmanaged Network Switch for Gaming, Fanless2.5GbE switch · BrosTrend |
5Gbps | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged · RJ45 + SFP | $55.87View on Amazon |
 TP-Link TL-SG108S-M2, 8-Port Multi-Gigabit 2.5G Unmanaged Ethernet Switch2.5GbE switch · TP-Link |
Wi-Fi 6 · 5Gbps · Cat6 | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $59.99View on Amazon |
 TRENDnet 8-Port 2.5Gb Multi-Gigabit Unmanaged Gaming Switch,TEG-S3802.5GbE switch · TRENDnet |
5Gbps · Cat5e | 8 ports · 8 multi-gig · Unmanaged · RJ45 | $74.99View on Amazon |
 NETGEAR 5-Port 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Network Switch (MS305)2.5GbE switch · NETGEAR |
5Gbps · Cat6 | 5 ports · 5 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $89.99View on Amazon |
 10 Port 2.5Gb Unmanaged PoE Switch with 8*2.5G Base-T PoE Ports, 2*10G SFP+ Uplink, 802.3af/at (PoE+), 80Gbps Switching Capacity, GigaPlus 2.5G PoE Switch for 2.5Gb NAS/PC, WiFi6 Router, Wireless AP2.5GbE switch · GigaPlus |
Wi-Fi 6 · 10Gbps | 10 ports · 10 multi-gig · Unmanaged · PoE+ · RJ45 + SFP | $93.49View on Amazon |
 Omada ES210X-M2, 8 Port 2.5G Easy Managed Switch2.5GbE switch · TP-Link |
5Gbps | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · Managed | $107.02View on Amazon |
 NETGEAR 8-Port 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Network Switch (MS308)2.5GbE switch · NETGEAR |
5Gbps · Cat6 | 8 ports · 8 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $109.99View on Amazon |
 QNAP QSW-1108-8T-R2-US 8-Port 2.5GbE Unmanaged Switch2.5GbE switch · QNAP |
5Gbps · Cat5e | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · Unmanaged | $119.00View on Amazon |
 10Gb Ethernet Switch with 8 x 2.5GbE RJ45 + 2 x 10GbE RJ45 Ports, VunLink 10 Port Unmanaged 2.5G/10G Multi-Gigabit Network Switch, Plug & Play, Desktop/Wall-Mount, Ideal for NAS, Gaming, Home Office2.5GbE switch · VunLink |
Wi-Fi 7 · 10Gbps | 10 ports · 20 multi-gig · Unmanaged · RJ45 | $125.99View on Amazon |
 GL.iNet GL-MT3600BE Beryl 7 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router2.5GbE switch · GL.iNet |
Wi-Fi 7 · Dual-band · 5Gbps | 1 multi-gig | $129.99View on Amazon |
 8 Port 2.5Gb PoE (130W) + 2 Port 10Gb RJ45 Network Switch Unmanaged, NICGIGA 10 Port 2.5G IEEE802.3af/at Power Over Ethernet Switch, Support WiFi6 AP, NAS, 4K PoE Camera NVR.2.5GbE switch · NICGIGA |
Wi-Fi 6 · 10Gbps | 8 ports · 10 multi-gig · Unmanaged · PoE · RJ45 | $159.99View on Amazon |
 GL.iNet GL-BE3600 Slate 7 Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router Touchscreen 2.5G2.5GbE switch · GL.iNet |
Wi-Fi 7 · BE3600 · Dual-band · 5Gbps | 1 multi-gig | $169.99View on Amazon |
 TRENDnet 10-Port Multi-Gig Web Smart Switch, TEG-3102WS2.5GbE switch · TRENDnet |
10Gbps · Cat5e | 10 ports · 10 multi-gig · Managed · RJ45 + SFP | $199.99View on Amazon |
 TRENDnet 8-Port 2.5G PoE++ Switch, TPE-BG3802.5GbE switch · TRENDnet |
5Gbps · Cat5e | 8 ports · 2 multi-gig · PoE++ · RJ45 | $239.99View on Amazon |
 16 Port 2.5G PoE Switch Unmanaged with 16 Port 2.5Gb Base-T PoE+@250W + 2 x 10G SFP+ Uplink, NICGIGA 18 Port 2.5Gbe IEEE802.3af/at Power Over Ethernet Switch, Support WiFi6 AP, NAS, 4K PoE Camera NVR.2.5GbE switch · NICGIGA |
Wi-Fi 6 · 10Gbps | 16 ports · 38 multi-gig · Unmanaged · PoE+ · SFP | $249.99View on Amazon |
 Cudy BE11000 2.5G Wi-Fi 7 Whole Home Mesh System, 2700 sq.ft, M11000 2-Pack2.5GbE switch · Cudy |
Wi-Fi 7 · BE11000 · Tri-band · 5Gbps | 4 multi-gig · RJ45 · 2-pack | $299.99View on Amazon |
 GL.iNet GL-E5800 NA MUDI 7 5G Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router with eSIM2.5GbE switch · GL.iNet |
Wi-Fi 7 · Tri-band · 10Gbps | 1 multi-gig | $419.99View on Amazon |
23 offers shown
Choose ports around the whole network
Count the router, NAS, server, access points and wired rooms before selecting a switch. An eight-port model often leaves more useful expansion room than a five-port model.
An SFP+ uplink can preserve an upgrade path
Some 2.5GbE switches include one or two 10Gbps SFP+ uplinks. This can connect a faster NAS, aggregation switch or another room without replacing every client port.
PoE changes the power budget
A PoE switch can power access points and cameras through Ethernet. The port standard and total wattage budget must be checked, not just the presence of a PoE label.
Frequently asked questions
Will 2.5GbE work with gigabit devices?
Yes. Multi-gig Ethernet ports normally negotiate down to the fastest speed supported by both ends.
Do I need Cat6 for 2.5GbE?
Cat6 is a sensible choice for new runs, but many good Cat5e installations can support 2.5GbE.
Is an unmanaged switch enough for a NAS?
Yes for simple connectivity. Managed features are useful for VLANs, link aggregation, traffic controls or diagnostics.