Array APV Series vs NetScaler comparison

Array APV Series
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0% willing to recommend
NetScaler
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91% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Array APV Series
Ranking in Application Delivery Controllers (ADC)
17th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
NetScaler
Ranking in Application Delivery Controllers (ADC)
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
85
Ranking in other categories
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Mindshare comparison

As of July 2024, in the Application Delivery Controllers (ADC) category, the mindshare of Array APV Series is 0.2%, down from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetScaler is 13.5%, down from 15.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Gibert Fidel - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 28, 2022
High-capacity, easy to deploy solution with a very knowledgeable technical support team
Most of our clients are government departments who use the solution for link balancing, server load balancing, and as a web application firewall One of the most valuable features of this solution is the server load balancing. Something that sets this solution apart from other products is that the…
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VivekKumar10 - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 14, 2023
Good stability and offers various valuable features like WAF
Pricing is one area for improvement. It's on the higher side because NetScaler is a premium product used for over 70% of internet traffic worldwide. However, price is not the only concern. Manageability and adaptability can also be challenging for end customers, who may require the assistance of experts like us to deploy and manage the product effectively. Although this is good for us as partners, it can limit the product's appeal to customers who prioritize ease of use. Moreover, having some GUI-based tools for log management and troubleshooting would be helpful and make it easier for customers to manage and troubleshoot their databases. For the future release of Citrix NetScaler, I would like to see better pricing, as well as improved manageability and log management features. Another thing is if a problem occurs, we have to rely on the central support system. We need to collect the log and send it back to support for analysis, and then Citrix support will provide the solution. It would be much easier to troubleshoot if something is handy, such as a web portal or a common platform where customers can upload logs and resolve some of the issues automatically.
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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"One of the most valuable features of this solution is the server load balancing. Something that sets this solution apart from other products is that the hardware has a much higher capacity than other vendors. That's the edge of Array Networks. Their technical support services are also very good."
"My clients use it for load balancing."
"This solution allows the user to easily scale out application delivery, and provides secure remote access."
"The maintenance of the solution is not complex."
"It is a complete solution for those looking for an all-in-one."
"Unified Gateway allows me to provide secure external access to applications for suppliers and customers while requiring Multi-Factor Authentication."
"NetScaler Gateway: Why? Availability/Security: We delivered more than 200 applications thru Xenapp. This feature give us the possibility to deliver the applications anywhere. Currently, 30% of access is made through our NetScaler Gateway (Internet connections)."
"Content Switching provides flexibility for routing traffic as desired to designated real servers. It also provides good geo capabilities through its GSLB feature."
"High availability, performance, and security are the main pillars. It enhances the security for accessing the applications."
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Cons

"I would like to see more granular reporting and monitoring features, and I believe our clients want to see them as well. Also, SD-WAN would be a good addition."
"They can improve the scalability and the multi-tenancy feature. We recently tried to configure an authentication, and we ran into some issues while using the web-based GUI. It was very slow when you log in with your credentials in the web-based GUI. Each time we clicked on the menu, it tried to do the authentication. It works properly in the console."
"Some of our customers have questioned the security of this solution lately, wondering whether it is safe or not, so enhancements in this respect would be good."
"Currently, the support team's responsiveness is lacking, and the technical personnel on calls often seem unfamiliar with the issues or inadequately trained."
"We had some bugs in the previous firmware. These were not big issues, but more testing on the firmware would be key to happier customers."
"It was challenging explaining to customers that it's no longer NetScaler but ADC, and now it's not just ADC but also the rebranding from NetScaler."
"Maybe creating policies with simple regular expressions."
"The WAF component needs to be simplified so that it is easier to use."
"The GUI should be improved."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I think the price for Array APV is very competitive, and some of our clients are very satisfied when it comes to the price."
"NetScaler does the same thing as an F5 and it's cheaper."
"Regarding pricing, while it's expensive, I can't comment on the exact ROI without a budget analysis. However, in terms of service quality, it's worth the price."
"This product is more expensive than some of the competitors."
"There isn't much of a difference between the cost of Citrix and that of other similar solutions."
"I give the price of the solution a seven out of ten."
"It's an expensive product but it works well."
"We get value for money. Its price is fair. I don't think it is overpriced."
"Costly product and complicated licensing."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
21%
Insurance Company
15%
Computer Software Company
14%
Non Profit
10%
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Array APV Series?
One of the most valuable features of this solution is the server load balancing. Something that sets this solution apart from other products is that the hardware has a much higher capacity than oth...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Array APV Series?
The licensing is calculated based on the client's needs in regards to the throughput capacity of the hardware, and the license is perpetual. The basic capacity for the basic hardware is one GBS of ...
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What needs improvement with Array APV Series?
I would like to see more granular reporting and monitoring features, and I believe our clients want to see them as well. Also, SD-WAN would be a good addition.
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What do you like most about Citrix ADC?
The most valuable feature for us is the application firewalling in Citrix NetScaler, ensuring only valid traffic enters our environment.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Citrix ADC?
After deployment, Citrix Netscaler shifted to a subscription-based license scheme for support, which is slightly more expensive.
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What needs improvement with Citrix ADC?
Citrix NetScaler is a robust product, but mastering it requires significant learning and training due to its complexity. While it could be easier to manage, it is like transitioning from driving a ...
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Also Known As

APV Series
Citrix ADC, Citrix NetScaler VPX
 

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Overview

Array’s APV Series provides the availability, scalability, performance, security and control to keep applications and servers running optimally. Local and global server load balancing, as well as link load balancing, ensure the highest levels of resiliency for your applications, while connection multiplexing, SSL intercept and SSL offload, caching and compression work together to deliver the fastest end-user experience possible. Array ADCs are available as physical or virtual appliances, or on popular public clouds.

One platform for a consistent application delivery and security experience because nobody has time to learn multiple systems to manage ADC deployments. NetScaler is built with a single code base using a software-based architecture, so no matter which ADC form factor you choose — hardware, virtual machine, bare metal, or container — the behavior will be the same.

 

Sample Customers

SoftLayer, Trapp Technology, eClinicalWorks, eMeetingsOnline, YourMembership.com, Cash Depot, Needham Bank, State Bank of India, Yahoo Japan Financial Exchange, TechProcess
ABB Schweiz, Aer Lingus, AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Amnet Technology Solutions, Aramex International, Ascenty, Atos, Autodesk
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