Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 23, 2025
Netwrix Auditor and Active Administrator are competing solutions in IT audit and compliance management. Netwrix Auditor seems to have the upper hand with its comprehensive reporting capabilities, while Active Administrator is favored for ease of integration and configuration.
Features: Netwrix Auditor provides in-depth auditing functionality with a focus on security compliance, detailed insight into user activity, and access permissions. Active Administrator offers efficient AD management, recovery features, and prioritizes AD monitoring and management.
Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Netwrix Auditor features a cloud-friendly deployment model with extensive documentation, making setup straightforward. It provides robust support channels to help users troubleshoot. Active Administrator offers streamlined on-premises deployment and integrates customer service within its AD management tools, enhancing the support experience.
Pricing and ROI: Netwrix Auditor generally requires a higher setup cost but delivers strong ROI through detailed compliance reports and reduced breach risks. Active Administrator typically has a lower initial cost, achieving favorable ROI by enhancing operational efficiency and reducing time spent on AD management.
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