Alternative to WS-CE500-24PC: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the WS-CE500-24PC (WS-CE500-24PC - Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series PoE 24 x 10/100Base-T + 2 x combo Gigabit SFP Managed Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Network Switch) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Cisco parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the WS-CE500-24PC
| SKU | WS-CE500-24PC |
|---|---|
| Product | WS-CE500-24PC - Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series PoE 24 x 10/100Base-T + 2 x combo Gigabit SFP Managed Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Network Switch |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WS-CE500-24PC › |
Alternatives to WS-CE500-24PC
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
WS-C2960X-24PSL-RF - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PSL-RF
Price: $130.26
WS-C2960X-24PS-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PS-L
Price: $142.84
WS-C3850-24P-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-S
Price: $288.16
WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L
Price: $459.21
WS-C2960X-24PDL-RF - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PDL-RF
Price: $590.79
WS-C2960X-24PD-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PD-L
Price: $623.75
WS-C2960XR-24PS-I - Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR Series PoE+ 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960XR-24PS-I
Price: $853.95
WS-C2960XR-24PD-I - Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR Series PoE+ 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960XR-24PD-I
Price: $1,182.89
WS-C3850-24P-L - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-L
Price: $3,218.00
WS-C3850-24P-E - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-E
Price: $3,908.21
Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960+24PC-L-RF 2960 RJ-45 PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x SFP Layer 2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
SKU: WS-C2960-24PC-L-RF
Price: $92.09
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.