Cisco Meraki MS210 vs MS225
Both are cloud-managed Gigabit access switches with identical port density and switching capacity; the MS225 is the one to buy if you want 10G fiber uplinks and dynamic Layer 3 routing, while the MS210 is the lower-cost choice for 1G-uplink access closets.
Meraki MS210
Cloud-managed Gigabit access switch with 1G SFP uplinks and Layer 3 static routing.
- 24 or 48 GbE RJ45 ports with 4x 1G SFP uplinks
- PoE+ budget of 370W (LP) or 740W (FP)
- 80G physical stacking, up to 8 members
- Layer 3 static routing and lifetime hardware warranty
Meraki MS225
Cloud-managed Gigabit access switch with 10G SFP+ uplinks and dynamic Layer 3 routing.
- 24 or 48 GbE RJ45 ports with 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks
- PoE+ budget of 370W (LP) or 740W (FP)
- 80G physical stacking, up to 8 members
- Dynamic Layer 3 (OSPF) and lifetime hardware warranty
Meraki MS210 vs Meraki MS225: spec comparison
| Spec | Meraki MS210 | Meraki MS225 |
|---|---|---|
| Access ports | 24 or 48x 1GbE RJ45 | 24 or 48x 1GbE RJ45 |
| Uplinks | 4x 1G SFP | 4x 10G SFP+ |
| Switching capacity | 128 Gbps (24p) / 176 Gbps (48p) | 128 Gbps (24p) / 176 Gbps (48p) |
| PoE+ budget | 370W (LP) / 740W (FP) | 370W (LP) / 740W (FP) |
| Stacking bandwidth | 80 Gbps physical | 80 Gbps physical |
| Max stack members | 8 | 8 |
| Layer 3 routing | Static routing only | Dynamic (OSPF) |
| Management | Meraki dashboard (cloud) | Meraki dashboard (cloud) |
| Warranty | Lifetime limited | Lifetime limited |
Choose Meraki MS210 if
Choose the MS210 for standard access-layer wiring closets where 1G fiber uplinks are sufficient and you only need static routing. It carries the same PoE budget and port density as the MS225 at a lower price.
Choose Meraki MS225 if
Choose the MS225 when you need 10G SFP+ uplinks to an aggregation or core layer, or when you want dynamic OSPF routing at the access edge for a collapsed or distributed design.
Verdict
These switches share the same chassis, port count, switching capacity, PoE budget and stacking, so the decision comes down to uplink speed and routing. Pick the MS225 if 10G uplinks or OSPF matter to your design; otherwise the MS210 delivers the same access-layer experience for less.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between the Meraki MS210 and MS225?
The MS225 has 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks and dynamic Layer 3 routing (OSPF), while the MS210 has 4x 1G SFP uplinks and only static routing. Port density, switching capacity, PoE budget and stacking are otherwise identical.
Can the MS210 and MS225 stack together?
Yes. Both use the same 80G physical stacking architecture and can be mixed in the same stack of up to 8 members, which lets an MS210 share the 10G uplinks of an MS225 in the same stack.
Do both switches have the same PoE budget?
Yes. The LP models provide a 370W PoE+ budget and the FP models provide 740W on both the MS210 and MS225.
Is the Meraki MS225 worth it over the MS210 for federal deployments?
If your design needs 10G fiber uplinks or OSPF dynamic routing, the MS225 is worth it. Both are cloud-managed and available through authorized partners as TAA-compliant, GPC-payable orders.
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