AirCheck G3 vs Observer GigaStor comparison

NetAlly and Viavi Solutions are both solutions in the Network Troubleshooting category. NetAlly is ranked #9, while Viavi Solutions is ranked #14. NetAlly holds a 6.5% mindshare in NT, compared to Viavi Solutions’s 3.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of NetAlly users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Viavi Solutions users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jul 11, 2024

AirCheck G3 and Observer GigaStor are both prominent products in network analysis. While AirCheck G3 is valued for its cost-effectiveness and support, Observer GigaStor stands out for its feature-rich performance, making it preferred despite the higher price.

Features: AirCheck G3 is portable and easy to use with one-touch testing, immediate feedback on network health, and a lightweight design. Observer GigaStor offers extensive data capture capabilities, detailed network analysis, and comprehensive network troubleshooting features.

Room for Improvement: AirCheck G3 could enhance its range, battery life, and hardware durability. Observer GigaStor's setup process is complex, it has a steep learning curve, and could benefit from better usability.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: AirCheck G3 features plug-and-play deployment and responsive customer service, providing a hassle-free experience. Observer GigaStor, though powerful, has a challenging deployment process, but users still value its expert support.

Pricing and ROI: AirCheck G3's lower initial setup cost and faster ROI make it attractive for smaller budgets. Observer GigaStor, despite a higher setup cost, delivers significant returns in environments needing deep data analysis and long-term scalability.

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Categories and Ranking

AirCheck G3

Ranking in Network Troubleshooting

9th

Average Rating

8.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Observer GigaStor

Ranking in Network Troubleshooting

14th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

8.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (84th), Network Packet Broker (NPB) (8th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Network Troubleshooting category, the mindshare of AirCheck G3 is 6.5%, down from 8.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Observer GigaStor is 3.9%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Troubleshooting Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
AirCheck G3	6.5%
Observer GigaStor	3.9%
Other	89.6%

Network Troubleshooting

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David-Prusynski

Senior Network Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees

A portable, rugged device that reduces resolution time and saves thousands of dollars

It would be nice if I could import an AP list with a MAC address. When it looks at access points, it should tell me the AP name instead of the MAC address. When you get a MAC address, you can eventually find out where you want to go. However, a lot of times, if I just have an AP name, I know that's in this area or that's over there. I would like that function because AirMagnet, which is the precursor of this, had that ability where you could basically import a list of APs and MAC addresses, and then it could display those instead of just a MAC address. That'd be a nice function. We should be able to put an AP to MAC address in Excel and export it as a CSV file and then import it. That'd be nice to have because I have that information for all my hospitals. The one I'm doing this weekend has got 550 access points. It is much easier for me to look at an AP name than to get a MAC address. Currently, I have to go to a different spreadsheet and try to find that MAC address. If I had the AP name, it would be like, "Okay. Yep. See it. Done." They are doing spectrum analysis in G3, which I would love to have in G2. That's a nice tool to have, and from what I heard, that's the same price. I'd like to have that. The other function I would love to see is the ability to test fiber. I know the $10,000 version has the ability to test fiber, but I would love this lower-cost device to be able to test fiber.

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Jeroen-Dubbelman

Director at Bitrate

Aids significantly in the threat-hunting process and provides a score-based evaluation of user experience

There are many valuable features, but understanding end-user response times stands out. It provides a score-based evaluation of user experience, helping customers quickly pinpoint whether issues originate from the network, server, client, or application. Additionally, it facilitates in-depth analysis of application dependencies. The retrospective network analysis capability of Observer GigaStor has been beneficial. It's a pivotal feature for network performance solutions. However, I prefer to consider the entire solution suite - GigaStor, along with GigaFlow and Apex - for comprehensive network visibility and monitoring. So, I prefer to integrate all three solutions to provide the best visibility. They complement each other well, with Apex aggregating and correlating data from both GigaStor and GigaFlow to enhance environmental understanding and troubleshooting efficiency.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"AirCheck G2 gives me an overview of which channels are used by the access points or who delivers the Wi-Fi, which gives me a clear picture of what's going on."

"It is an extreme game-changer, and a lifesaver every single time it's used."

"I bought one out of my own money, so I found enough value to spend my own money on it."

"Compared to the old AirCheck it is a massive step forward."

"AirCheck has a feature that lets you play a tone so you can track down a rogue AP based on the RF signal. That's a cool feature. It can also help you identify interference like microwave ovens or Bluetooth devices. I also like the ability to link it to your online account. It sends a report via email and saves it on the cloud."

"We're a customer because it is a well-performing device that we can give our people in the field, they feel comfortable with it, and they don't dread using it."

"I also like the remote session and the ability to log in to the device remotely. You can log in to the tester with your computer and can see the screen and operate the tester remotely. This is a very cool function, but it's very advanced."

"There is just so much this device does that it's unbelievable sometimes."

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"I also have the ability to see an application's performance, to see what's going on, why a network is slow, why this program for this user is experiencing a delay or some network issue"

"I have no regrets using this product, I am very satisfied for what I paid for it and for the things I am able to do with the product."

"Enables us to go back in time to capture an issue and analyze it for a solution, and this after the fact analysis is key to overcoming the bump in the night issues."

"It can help to write your rules, organize firewalls, your block, and also your protocols and IP address to come in or out of your network."

"It's able to capture packets and, after a long time, you can come and use that information; to check, to analyze - everything you would want to do. So it's very good and helpful if you want to protect your data. It is stored in a certain place where you can access it every time you want to analyze it."

"Go take a look at it. It's a great product and has great capabilities."

"This solution allows us to see exactly what is going on in the network and we can very quickly solve issues with users."

"The ability to capture packets. It is not only for monitoring. That is very important for a company that wants to keep an eye on the packets, the transactions, the flows..."

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Cons

"My biggest complaint about it is that I wish it was cheaper."

"The battery life needs improvement. For example, when you are doing an Ethernet test, that seems to drain the battery pretty quickly."

"If this is going to be your exclusive, for example, survey tool, personally, this is not what I would use for that, but for a lot of packet captures, wire testing, rogue device detections, it does a really nice job."

"NetAlly has been behind the curve on visualization, Wi-Fi design, and heat maps for a little while now."

"If it was capable of downloading MIBs onto the device, then we could identify the manufacturer."

"The biggest improvement would be an easier upload over wireless to Link-Live. Currently, the device has to be patched into the Ethernet. The wireless upload has been giving us some issues."

"I would like them to modify the interface. The button to change profiles is fairly small."

"The only thing that would be an improvement would be the ability to do MPO/MPT testing, which is another mode of fiber, along with more options on the SFP to do that testing."

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"Maybe the graphical user interface could be simplified to allow people to use it more easily. It's already good, but they can work more on it to make it even easier."

"Graphics need improvement. Because a lot of the information there you have to input first in some case to have full potential. It could be more automated."

"The interface is pretty complex, so for the average user, it takes a while to get up to speed with it. I would like it to be more user-friendly."

"There are some issues, in our environment that puts processing restraints on the Gigastor when turning on trending data to be sent to APEX."

"The Observer Console UI is consistent and stable, but could use some updating to be more modern."

"GigaStor feeds into Apex. So, the area where there could be improvement would be in artificial intelligence. For example, the incorporation of more advanced machine learning or AI capabilities could enhance its functionality."

"I would like to have more than 4TB of storage available in the portable version of this solution."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The upfront cost of the solution is around $4,000."

"The price is fairly expensive, if you are a single individual. For me, it's well worth the cost of the unit. Depending on the nature of the work that you're doing, the upfront costs can be expensive. Typically, what happens in an environment is a department might have one device as opposed to technicians having them individually."

"Because I work in a big company, it is a no-brainer. If I were a consultant, I would still buy it, but it would be a huge investment. Overall, it's a good tool to have."

"It costs $3,000. It would be nice if its cost was less. I could then buy more. Currently, when we buy one, we make sure that where we need it is big enough, or if it is too small, when a person has a job, they have to get a temporary one mailed to them to use, which becomes a little less convenient."

"I'd always love a lower price, but as compared to some of the other tools, it is fairly reasonable. I personally bought one. So, I must have thought the value was there because I'm spending my own hard cash on it, not just the company's. You can get support. I don't have support on my personal device. We did buy support for our company devices. It is reasonable. It is not super expensive or astronomical."

"Pricing is on par with the rest of the industry and the licensing is decent."

"The overall cost of the solution, compared to the time saved—the number of man-hours devoted to other means of troubleshooting—is incomparable."

"If you find a feature you need, you have to call them and add it, but you should be able to use the product. You spend money on and invested in multiple devices and can't even use half of the features. They should negotiate with large enterprises who buy large numbers of units to provide NetAlly support for all of them at a nominal fee."

More AirCheck G3 pricing and cost advice

"It depends on the requirements you have. There are three types of license. There's the updates license, the work group license, and the workstation license."

"It's quite expensive."

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Top Industries

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Government

Comms Service Provider

Performing Arts

University

Construction Company

18%

Financial Services Firm

14%

Outsourcing Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	1
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	11

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	3

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Also Known As

AirCheck G2, AirCheck

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Overview

AirCheck G3 provides rapid Wi-Fi environment assessments with AutoTest. It features cloud capabilities for remote data sharing and visualization tools like packet capture to address connectivity issues, making it ideal for IT teams.

AirCheck G3 is designed to offer actionable insights into Wi-Fi infrastructures. Its key features include AutoTest for swift diagnostics, cloud integration through Link-Live for efficient data management, and advanced functionalities such as packet capture and heat map creation. With AirMapper, site survey data is easily visualized and collected. Built for portability and durability, AirCheck G3 effectively identifies connectivity problems, rogue devices, and interference. Users note potential enhancements in device emulation and AI-driven analysis. Improvements in battery life, API support, and LTE connectivity are also desired.

What are the standout features of AirCheck G3?

AutoTest: Quickly troubleshoots Wi-Fi environments.
Cloud Functionality: Enables remote data access via Link-Live.
Packet Capture: Provides deep network analysis capabilities.
Heat Map Creation: Visualizes network performance spatially.
AirMapper: Simplifies site survey data collection.
Portability and Durability: Designed for field use, making it versatile for IT teams.

Which benefits should users consider in reviews?

Efficiency in Troubleshooting: Reduces time in identifying and solving network issues.
Data Shareability: Facilitates data distribution and collaboration through cloud integration.
Insightful Analytics: Delivers comprehensive analytic tools for network performance assessment.
Versatile Use: Portable design supports numerous environments and scenarios.

In healthcare, AirCheck G3 is crucial for ensuring reliable Wi-Fi connections, aiding staff in locating access points or issues. Technicians rely on it for data collection and cloud reporting, enhancing their understanding of network infrastructure. Businesses utilize it to improve troubleshooting efficiency, addressing network issues promptly and effectively.

NetAlly

Observer GigaStor provides detailed network visibility and data capture for efficient troubleshooting and analysis. It's a robust tool designed to manage today’s complex network environments, offering reliability and performance insights.

Observer GigaStor specializes in long-term network traffic capture, delivering comprehensive forensic analysis capabilities. It stands as a trusted resource for IT departments aiming to resolve network performance issues swiftly. By capturing and storing packets with high precision, it aids in identifying both current and past anomalies, ensuring network health and performance continuity through proactive monitoring.

What are the key features of Observer GigaStor?

Long-term Data Capture: Enables storage of vast amounts of data for extensive historical analysis.
Comprehensive Protocol Support: Offers support for diverse protocols, enhancing troubleshooting accuracy.
Retrospective Analysis: Provides the ability to trace issues back to their origin point, improving issue resolution speed.
Scalability: Adapts to network growth without sacrificing performance capabilities.

What benefits and ROI can be expected from reviews?

Increased Troubleshooting Efficiency: Provides quicker resolution times, reducing network downtime.
Enhanced Network Visibility: Improves understanding of network performance and traffic patterns.
Reduced Operational Costs: Limits the need for manual troubleshooting, saving on labor costs.
Improved Decision Making: Data insights aid in strategic planning for infrastructure improvements.

Observer GigaStor's implementation spans across various industries, from telecommunications to finance, where maintaining robust and secure network performance is crucial. Its ability to analyze and retrieve historical network data supports compliance and operational stability demands in these sectors.

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Cisco Systems, Hawaiian Telecom, Renown Health, State of Nevada, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, Allstate Insurance, Jack Henry & Associates, United States Airforce, US Bank, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Chicago Board Options Exchange

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