Netgear 8-Port PoE Gigabit Plus Switch: Is $59.99 Worth It?

The Netgear 8-Port PoE Gigabit Ethernet Plus Switch drops to $59.99 — a managed-lite switch with Power over Ethernet that's worth a look for anyone running IP cameras, access points, or VoIP phones.

What you're actually getting here

This is a 'Plus' switch, which sits between a dumb unmanaged switch and a full managed one. You get some useful controls — VLAN support, QoS prioritization, port mirroring — without needing a CCNA to configure it. The PoE side means you can power devices like wireless access points or IP cameras directly through the Ethernet cable, no separate power adapter needed. For a home office, small retail setup, or anyone expanding a security camera system, that combination genuinely simplifies your wiring situation.

The catch worth knowing before you buy

The total PoE budget on budget-tier switches like this is usually limited — often around 55–83W shared across all ports — so if you're planning to run six or eight power-hungry devices simultaneously, check the spec sheet before assuming all ports can run at full draw at once. Also, 'Plus' management features are more limited than true Layer 2 managed switches; if you need dynamic routing protocols or granular traffic analysis, this isn't that. But for straightforward PoE device deployment at under $60, it's a reasonable buy.

Current deal price: $59.99 on Amazon (price/availability can change).