

Find out in this report how the two Network Monitoring Software solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
The support response time can be slow, sometimes taking up to fifteen hours.
They are instantly available for technical support from Meraki Dashboard.
For technical support, I would give it a ten.
We have not encountered any downtime related to the Meraki cloud feature in the last five years.
There is a need for price reductions in developing countries, as the cost of Meraki is quite high.
It provides many insights out of the box without any need to search for them.
I appreciate the security that has been provided by Meraki, but they specifically require port 80 which is highly vulnerable towards Meraki domain itself, so I would like to remove it.
If we involve a third-party vendor, the price will definitely go up.
The cost of the Meraki solution is high, which may not be affordable for smaller companies, especially in developing countries.
I would rate the pricing for Meraki Dashboard as one.
We can run commands such as PowerShell, batch scripts, and implement automation.
Meraki Dashboard positively impacts my organization by enabling live monitoring. If someone unplugs the power cable, if the switches are down, if there is an outage, or if there is any misconfiguration, we get an alert from Cisco in our mailbox.
It's completely cloud-managed, and in a simplified way, you don't need to visit any physical infrastructure to monitor activities.
The detailed visibility feature of Meraki Dashboard is useful for troubleshooting purposes, and it helps a lot.
| Product | Mindshare (%) |
|---|---|
| Meraki Dashboard | 0.7% |
| Atera | 0.5% |
| Other | 98.8% |

| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 14 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 23 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 13 |
| Large Enterprise | 26 |
Atera offers a comprehensive solution for MSPs and IT Professionals. The platform provides in one integrated solution: full remote monitoring and management (RMM), PSA, remote access, patch management, billing, reports, and so much more! Atera’s disruptive pricing model also helps managed IT service providers scale their business while providing continued best-in-class service. All plans include unlimited devices, meaning you only pay per technician.Everything you need, in one easy-to-use platform
What can Atera do for you?
Meraki Dashboard is a comprehensive cloud-based platform that offers centralized management and control for all Meraki networking and security products. It provides a user-friendly interface, allowing administrators to easily monitor and configure their network infrastructure from anywhere. With real-time visibility, troubleshooting becomes effortless, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.
The intuitive dashboard offers a holistic view of the network, enabling quick identification of potential issues and proactive measures. It simplifies network deployment and scaling, with zero-touch provisioning and automatic firmware updates. The robust security features include advanced threat protection, content filtering, and VPN connectivity.
Meraki Dashboard also offers powerful analytics and reporting capabilities, providing valuable insights into network usage, application performance, and user behavior. With its seamless integration and scalability,
Meraki Dashboard is the ideal solution for organizations of all sizes, ensuring efficient network management and enhanced productivity.
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