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expiredphoinix | Staff posted Feb 15, 2026 8:10 AM

Netgear 5-Port Gigabit Managed Essential Ethernet Switch (10/100/1000Mbps)

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Amazon has Netgear 5-Port Gigabit Managed Essential Ethernet Switch (10/100/1000Mbps; GS305E) on sale for $17.98. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

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Details:
  • 5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports - 10/100/1000Mbps
  • Easy Smart Managed Essentials software with easy-to-use interface offers basic managed capabilities to configure, secure, and monitor your network
  • Supports desktop or wall mount placement
  • Industry-leading 3-year limited hardware warranty
  • Energy efficient design compliant with IEEE802.3az

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  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $1.01 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $18.99.
  • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
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Amazon has Netgear 5-Port Gigabit Managed Essential Ethernet Switch (10/100/1000Mbps; GS305E) on sale for $17.98. Shipping is free with Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for sharing this deal.

Note, product must be sold/shipped by Amazon

Details:
  • 5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports - 10/100/1000Mbps
  • Easy Smart Managed Essentials software with easy-to-use interface offers basic managed capabilities to configure, secure, and monitor your network
  • Supports desktop or wall mount placement
  • Industry-leading 3-year limited hardware warranty
  • Energy efficient design compliant with IEEE802.3az

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $1.01 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $18.99.
  • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches.

https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
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C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches.

https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
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Feb 15, 2026 11:46 AM
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FleazZzFeb 15, 2026 11:46 AM
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Quote from artcab :
C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches. https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
Could be useful for someone using a mini rack but the one you linked is definitely the better deal. Snagged one a few days back.
Feb 15, 2026 2:15 PM
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make_moneysFeb 15, 2026 2:15 PM
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Quote from artcab :
C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches. https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
I agree it is a much better deal but it is also one of those things that if you won't ever use them then why bother .
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Feb 15, 2026 4:11 PM
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LesCasterFeb 15, 2026 4:11 PM
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Quote from make_moneys :
I agree it is a much better deal but it is also one of those things that if you won't ever use them then why bother .
IF the physical size of the 8-port is a non-issue for the intended use, the 'why bother' is pretty simple, assuming the $3.61 isn't a sizeable challenge. It can be looked at as a form of insurance. for a couple of valid reasons:
  1. You might develop a need in the future for more ports.
  2. Ports CAN go bad. You now have a minimum of 3 spare ports.
Both are solid budget options for a MANAGED switch, even if the management is somewhat limited. The basics are appear to to be there; being able to configure options for prioritization of ports and/or traffic, VLAN segmentation, monitoring performance/errors, etc. are nice bonuses at this price point, if you place any value on management capabilities.
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Feb 15, 2026 4:43 PM
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DelightfulHeat415Feb 15, 2026 4:43 PM
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is it EOL support?
Feb 15, 2026 4:47 PM
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LesCasterFeb 15, 2026 4:47 PM
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Quote from artcab :
C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches.

https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
In for an 8-port to replace an aging unmanaged switch in my entertainment center. $21.59 for 8 ports with basic management features is a no-brainer, if it lasts for a few years.
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DealAddictFeb 15, 2026 4:50 PM
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Quote from DelightfulHeat415 :
is it EOL support?
Wondering the same
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Feb 15, 2026 6:27 PM
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jk_blackFeb 15, 2026 6:27 PM
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Quote from artcab :
C'mon man $3.61 gets you 3 more ports. Friends don't let friends buy 5 port switches. https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-8-...109&sr=1-3
Wish I had a friend told me this..
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sharartimundaFeb 16, 2026 3:32 PM
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im guessing NO omada capability in this?
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Feb 16, 2026 4:19 PM
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ComoEstanPinchesFeb 16, 2026 4:19 PM
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I guess its true what they that you lose touch of your friends once you get a WiFi
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unmeshFeb 16, 2026 5:51 PM
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Quote from DealAddict :
Wondering the same
Most recent firmware update for hardware v4 is from August 2025
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Feb 16, 2026 6:00 PM
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unmeshFeb 16, 2026 6:00 PM
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Quote from LesCaster :
IF the physical size of the 8-port is a non-issue for the intended use, the 'why bother' is pretty simple, assuming the $3.61 isn't a sizeable challenge. It can be looked at as a form of insurance. for a couple of valid reasons:
  1. You might develop a need in the future for more ports.
  2. Ports CAN go bad. You now have a minimum of 3 spare ports.
Both are solid budget options for a MANAGED switch, even if the management is somewhat limited. The basics are appear to to be there; being able to configure options for prioritization of ports and/or traffic, VLAN segmentation, monitoring performance/errors, etc. are nice bonuses at this price point, if you place any value on management capabilities.
Agreed but I already have a spare one of these from when I upgraded to an 8-port 2.5G which is unmanaged and from a non-major brand. Will replace that one with a managed version once the major brands come out with a more affordable one. For example, the Netgear MS308E is $189 on Amazon.

(I avoid managed switches with dubious firmware for firmware quality and security reasons)
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Feb 16, 2026 7:05 PM
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massiverFeb 16, 2026 7:05 PM
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Just got 2gb fiber and I'm a networking newb. I started with a simple ubiquiti 5 port 2.5 unmanaged switch in my office to run a line to my other AP (both Eero pro 7). With this being a managed switch, will I run into any issues downstream? Any other considerations?
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artcab
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Feb 16, 2026 7:06 PM
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Quote from sharartimunda :
im guessing NO omada capability in this?
Omada is TP-Link's SDN, not Netgear's. That being said, this switch can be added behind an Omada controller, it just won't be "adoptable" but could still be managed using its own built-in browser based management interface (i.e. ports assigned to VLANs etc.).

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kareljFeb 16, 2026 9:20 PM
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Quote from make_moneys :
I agree it is a much better deal but it is also one of those things that if you won't ever use them then why bother .
Better to have it and not need it than to find yourself needing it and not having it.

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