ManageEngine ADManager Plus vs Netwrix Auditor comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

ManageEngine ADManager Plus
Ranking in Active Directory Management
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Netwrix Auditor
Ranking in Active Directory Management
2nd
Average Rating
9.2
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
GRC (10th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the Active Directory Management category, the mindshare of ManageEngine ADManager Plus is 9.8%, down from 14.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netwrix Auditor is 15.4%, up from 12.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Active Directory Management
Unique Categories:
No other categories found
GRC
0.3%
 

Featured Reviews

Hussein Taha - PeerSpot reviewer
Dec 5, 2022
Helps us to manage data for a bulk number of users and allows us to link GPOs easily
It provides a good experience and empowers the IT team to do all the active director tasks from the AD manager with a simple DUI. It makes our job easier, especially for managing data for a bulk of users We have a regular task in every maintenance window. After the maintenance window, we create a…
Mohamed Tantawy - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 4, 2024
Can track every admin action in large environments and includes AI modules to detect and prevent unauthorized changes
The initial setup of Netwrix Auditor was straightforward. Some functions require agents while others are agentless, simplifying implementation. It consumed minimal server and client resources, and the wizard-based console made it simple to deploy with the help of architectural teams. All required ports were in place, and they covered all critical services and databases effectively. I would rate the easiness of the initial setup as a nine out of ten. The deployment of Netwrix Auditor took around three weeks, mainly due to the preparation of the environment and servers. The deployment process involved actions such as preparing virtual servers and building databases. Once deployed, it took only about a week to complete. Third-party consultants assisted us with deployment. Only one or two engineers were needed for deployment and maintenance, which could be handled remotely with minimal complexity.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Makes it easy to administer your active directory."
"The most valuable feature for me is automation."
"It makes our job easier, especially for managing data for a bulk of users."
"The solution offers very good reports for management purposes."
"The most valuable feature was conducting the automation of our cloud and all services of the Active Directory."
"The most valuable features of the solution are its ease of use, the ability for us to customize the access privileges for the users, and integration with ServiceDesk Plus."
"It is a stable solution."
"Simple with good automation."
"The most valuable feature is the real-time monitoring."
"I am impressed with the tool's reporting feature and notifications."
"What I find the most valuable about Netwrix Auditor is the way it shows risk. The reports are very clear."
"It maintains audit logs for the duration of time that you wish, as long as you have the storage capacity to do so."
"I have found user behavior analysis and the ability to run risk assessments important features. Additionally, the interface and online documentation are very good."
"The most valuable features of Netwrix Auditor are its affordability compared to similar products and its comprehensive monitoring of admin activities."
"Netwrix provides features that no other solution on the market does."
 

Cons

"The solution should be made tablet friendly because it works well on iPhones and Android phones, but does not work on tablets."
"The number of main controllers affects the database for creating the hardware specs."
"I think the cost of this product is a little higher than I would expect."
"The bulk email ID creation must be improved. I had to create 50 to 60 IDs manually because when I tried the bulk option, it didn't work. I still had to cross-verify because some fields were empty."
"There is room for improvement in support, they should work on overall competence and turn-around time."
"This solution is not stable, it wasted my time."
"Other products have more flexibility and integration in managing identities."
"The solution is very complex, especially when there's an active directory of more than 1,000 users, which makes it hard to administrate. They need to improve the management of the administrative process."
"If you buy direct, there is a minimum of 150 licenses that must be procured. The price point and barrier of entry is a little bit higher than it would be if you purchased the solution from an authorized reseller partner, rather than buying it and managing yourself."
"When there are issues I would like remediation to be in one place."
"I expect usability features to become more refined over time. I'm interested to see how it evolves and continues to improve."
"The solution lacks self-service on password reset. It also needs to improve its scalability."
"There is room for improvements when it comes to the licensing."
"An improvement would be if there was an another way to manage the logs besides email because it's not so practical."
"There is room for improvement with the introduction of AI functionality."
"The Linux compatibility of this solution could be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of this product is a little higher than I would expect for a tool like this."
"The pricing depends on scope and makes sense for use cases with multiple domains."
"It is not expensive."
"I downloaded the trial version, only."
"The tool's pricing is good."
"I am satisfied with the solution’s pricing."
"This solution is reasonably priced. I would rate it a nine out of ten."
"There is a license for this solution and we are on an annual license. The price is reasonable."
"The tool's price is fair."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
7%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Government
12%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Netwrix Auditor?
The most valuable features of Netwrix Auditor are its affordability compared to similar products and its comprehensive monitoring of admin activities.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netwrix Auditor?
The pricing of Netwrix Auditor varies based on the number of users and devices in our environment, but it is generally very cost-effective compared to other solutions. We don't pay for licenses sep...
What needs improvement with Netwrix Auditor?
The solution currently meets my needs, but there is room for improvement with the introduction of AI functionality as suggested by the vendor. Additionally, expanding capabilities like database act...
 

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Sample Customers

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AT&T, SanDisk, Siemens, Verizon, Electrolux, Allianz, Societe Generale
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