Auvik Network Management (ANM) vs Nagios Network Analyzer comparison

Auvik and Nagios are both solutions in the Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) category. Auvik is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.6, while Nagios is ranked #11. Auvik holds a 4.5% mindshare in NTA, compared to Nagios’s 3.9% mindshare. Additionally, 98% of Auvik users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Nagios users who would recommend it.

Auvik Network Management (ANM)

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85% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 6, 2024

Nagios Network Analyzer and Auvik Network Management are widely used network monitoring tools. Auvik Network Management seems to have the upper hand due to its ease of use despite a higher price.

Features: Nagios Network Analyzer offers customizable dashboards, deep packet inspection, and reporting. Auvik Network Management provides automatic network topology mapping, real-time performance monitoring, and extensive integration options. Users find Auvik's automated features more user-friendly and effective.

Room for Improvement: Nagios Network Analyzer users suggest enhancements in scalability, documentation, and support materials. Auvik Network Management users recommend better alert management, mobile application functionalities, and more advanced alerting features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Nagios Network Analyzer requires more manual configuration and can be challenging for some. Auvik Network Management offers simpler setup with automated configurations. Users find Auvik's customer service more responsive and helpful.

Pricing and ROI: Nagios Network Analyzer is viewed as cost-effective with a solid ROI but demands significant initial setup effort. Auvik Network Management has a higher initial cost but users report quicker ROI due to its automation and reduced manual labor, justifying its higher price.

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Categories and Ranking

Auvik Network Management (ANM)

Ranking in Network Traffic Analysis (NTA)

2nd

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

208

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (2nd), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (3rd), Network Troubleshooting (1st), Cloud Monitoring Software (4th)

Nagios Network Analyzer

Ranking in Network Traffic Analysis (NTA)

11th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) category, the mindshare of Auvik Network Management (ANM) is 4.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Nagios Network Analyzer is 3.9%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Auvik Network Management (ANM)	4.5%
Nagios Network Analyzer	3.9%
Other	91.6%

Network Traffic Analysis (NTA)

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Wahaj Memon

System Engineer Tier 4

Real-time alerting enhances network monitoring, but interface and network mapping need improvement

The interface is good yet could be improved. There are many elements that could be changed in the interface itself. There should be some sort of chart or alerting within the dashboard. In the overview section, these features are currently absent. When you get an alert, you must go to notifications, then within the device to identify the issue. It would be beneficial if everything was visible immediately upon logging in to the overview, such as machine performance and other metrics. Regarding the network map and visibility, there are some issues. Many people have mentioned that the network map needs improvement, especially when handling numerous items. Currently, I have everything in place: printers, monitors, laptops, switches, and access points. However, I have three switches showing outside of the loop without explanation. This issue is persistent, not occasional. These switches appear disconnected in the corner, even though they are connected and online according to other platforms. The presentation aspect needs significant improvement. We have government-related clients, and taking a screenshot of the current network mapping to send to them appears unprofessional. Although Auvik Network Management (ANM) provides network mapping, I still need to create my own network diagram to make it presentable for clients.

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Gilbert Mwiinga

Baobab College logo System Administrator at Baobab College

Effectively monitors the uptime of all equipment and network connectivity

There is room for improvement on the setup side. It's not very user-friendly, especially for those who aren't tech-savvy. I find it a bit hard to set up initially. It could be done better to make it easier to configure. It would be beneficial for users. For additional features, I have an idea. I'm not sure if it's already there, but it would be great to have a feature that maps the network and shows which devices are connected. It could provide information about how traffic flows and offer a visual representation of how devices are physically connected to each other. It would be like a network audit feature that displays the connections between switches and other devices. So, in future releases, a network mapping and visualization feature would be valuable.

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Pros

"It's incredibly important, given our work as a managed service provider, to have a single pane of glass environment. That is very crucial to being able to identify and diagnose issues with a network and fix them promptly. We don't have to log in to 15 different devices to track down how things are connected."

"Automated configuration backups and automated network diagrams are the most valuable."

"Auvik is a fantastic network monitoring solution; when I look just for something that's really focused on network, for the price, Auvik can't be beaten."

"The ability to view configurations in plain text and gather all device configurations was very handy."

"Because we can do different things in one place, like investigate network issues, it has definitely saved us time; something like 20 percent."

"The topography and historical data are excellent; the latter essentially allows us to see back in time, which is helpful as users don't always report issues promptly. The ability to go back and look at historical data is a good feature."

"I found the ease of setup to be a helpful feature. The appliance was quite quick to get running. The fact that Auvik is a cloud-based solution, as opposed to an on-prem solution, meant there was one less thing to worry about. I didn't have to configure another device or provision a server and support it myself."

"If you want to know all the details and all the ins and outs of your network, Auvik is the tool for you."

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"Its initial setup process is straightforward."

"Network tracking is the most valuable feature of Network Analyzer."

"The initial setup is easy."

"The solution is useful for monitoring network devices."

"Since we have been using it for the last five years we have done very well with reference to ROI."

"The solution offers very good system monitoring; it's easy to manage your network, as well as your hardware and software, and it's really useful."

"The network monitoring feature, especially, stands out to me."

"I have found that it has a good GUI and user-friendly administration."

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Cons

"We have a few other networking tools. Some of them are specifically for managing Wi-Fi. They have some great features where they give specific recommendations based on the network traffic they're seeing and based on other customers that have had similar issues, or even just by looking at your own data that they're gathering. They give AI-based recommendations on how to improve the network. Auvik could have something like that. It gives us excellent visibility into the network, but if there is a way to include some remediation tips that are digestible by level-one and level-two techs, that would be great."

"We use a service called Tailscale, a peer-to-peer private networking tool. My biggest issue with Auvik was getting it to scan devices across the Tailscale network. I suspect it's not supported there. That would be a valuable extension for us."

"I've been finding some features difficult. It might be because I'm used to PRTG, and Auvik works differently. When it comes to monitoring a simple IP address, Auvik makes it a bit harder and more complex because you have to create a service inside the site. It's not just creating a sensor and having it ping the device. You need to go to the site and create the service."

"The onboarding could be a bit better for Auvik. We've had a few issues out of the gate because we already had an existing Auvik setup that was invalidated. Given that we're a new customer, it's taken a while to get support for these issues. It's taken a couple of days, but I would have thought that as new customers, we'd get priority support until we've got the solution running."

"In terms of the dashboard, maybe seeing on the map, for example, if you have an access point that's connected to switch one, and the access point you do not have credentials for, that could help us make management a bit easier."

"The general feature set could use some work. For network mapping and network alerting, it's great for what it does. But it could provide more monitoring, such as jitter monitoring, which it doesn't have, and round-trip time for packets. I would like to see more network detail on the actual traffic that's flowing through the network."

"Also, the points on the network map will sometimes shift. They will be connected one way, but they will be connected a different way after I refresh. This doesn't happen often, but when it does, I question the reliability of our network map."

"When credentials are rejected, I'd like to get a little information about why in the error message."

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"There are some loopholes you need to be aware of from a security perspective."

"They need to have some automation models embedded in them."

"There is room for improvement on the setup side."

"They need to have some automation models embedded in them."

"It's very hard to install materials. You need a lot of documentation. They should make it easier to install and configure the solution."

"There are some loopholes you need to be aware of from a security perspective."

"The graphics and reports can be a little bit better."

"Nagios Network Analyzer should integrate an application monitoring solution to monitor application bandwidth usage."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price is a little high, and the product could be more cost-friendly. We work with many small and medium-sized businesses, so the cost can be hard to justify. We try to work around that, but it would be nice if Auvik were more cost-effective. Most enterprise-level businesses we work with have their own internal monitoring solutions, whether Nagios or SolarWinds."

"The tool's pricing is reasonable."

"I don't know anything about its pricing, but I would say Auvik is worth it."

"It's absolutely worth the money. I would probably charge more if I were them. They don't charge you for anything that's not a router, switch, or firewall controller, or a network device. So, you can throw anything like servers and ESX hosts."

"Auvik's pricing is fair overall, but some advanced stuff is a little expensive. I like that the licensing model is based on switches instead of endpoints. We don't use some of the more advanced features because they're a little beyond our price range. We're using the tool internally, but the expense is passed on to the customer, and the advanced features aren't something that most customers are willing to pay for."

"The pricing was a little bit higher. They can work on that as everybody wants to save money."

"It definitely costs more than some of the competitors that are out there. It's also better, so I understand why it's a little bit more expensive."

"Auvik is not cheap. They've done a great job, it's a developed product, but you pay for it. When you compare, it's definitely in the upper-tier of pricing."

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"I rate Nagios Network Analyzer's pricing a six out of ten."

"The solution is cost-efficient."

"They charge around ten thousand per month for one thousand nodes. That is their overall cost, but it differs on which company you are applying to, whether you are a service provider or an enterprise."

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Small Business	146
Midsize Enterprise	32
Large Enterprise	23

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Small Business	6
Large Enterprise	3

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Auvik?

Auvik Network Management (ANM) is not costly, but pricing is based on how many licenses are taken, and that can be improved.

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What needs improvement with Auvik?

One improvement that would be really beneficial for Auvik Network Management (ANM) is the ability to get alerts sent to me via text. Right now, the only alerts I can get are via email. Receiving al...

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What is your primary use case for Auvik?

My main use case for Auvik Network Management (ANM) is managing our overall network and being able to have insight into all of the devices, switches, servers, firewalls, and access points on the ne...

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Overview

Auvik Network Management offers competitive pricing for essential network and infrastructure device management, providing robust features valued by enterprises.

Auvik Network Management delivers comprehensive network visibility and management through intuitive auditing, alerting, and discovery functionalities. It eases troubleshooting, automates configuration backups, and includes a user-friendly interface for effective monitoring and management. With real-time alerts and customizable notifications, IT operations are streamlined, while remote access capabilities enhance time efficiency. ANM supports integration with other platforms, effectively maintaining device inventories and visualizing network topology.

What are the key features of Auvik Network Management?

Auditing: Offers comprehensive network audits, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
Network Discovery: Simplifies the process of identifying network components.
Alerting Modules: Provides real-time alerts and customizable notifications.
Configuration Backups: Automates backups, safeguarding configurations.
Remote Access: Streamlines network management from any location.

What benefits should users expect when evaluating Auvik Network Management?

Enhanced Network Visibility: Offers detailed insights into network operations.
Time Efficiency: Remote access and automated features save valuable time.
Proactive Issue Identification: Real-time monitoring aids in identifying issues quickly.
Integration Support: Works cohesively with other platforms, easing management.
Operational Efficiency: Automates management tasks for improved productivity.

In industries such as IT management and network administration, Auvik Network Management is predominantly utilized for overseeing and maintaining network infrastructures across multiple locations. It offers capabilities for monitoring network topology, receiving alerts on device downtimes, and managing performance metrics. Users employ its features for proactive issue identification, and auditing, helping maintain oversight of networks containing switches, routers, and firewalls. Auvik provides remote access and automated backups, which contribute to enhanced operational efficiency and network visibility.

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Nagios Network Analyzer, a comprehensive system monitoring tool, provides users with easy management of networks, hardware, and software through its user-friendly GUI. It offers stable, customizable, and cost-effective network monitoring with seamless integration options.

Nagios Network Analyzer supports network analysis across multiple sites, offering insights into network behavior and uptime through data from network traffic flow. Its intuitive UI simplifies deployment, and its monitoring capabilities are effective for tracking device status and identifying errors. Despite its strengths, users find the installation process complex, requiring extensive documentation. Enhancements in reporting, graphics, and security, as well as increased user-friendliness, are suggested. Developing features like network mapping, bandwidth application monitoring, and compliance testing would enhance its utility.

What are the most important features of Nagios Network Analyzer?

Network Monitoring: Tracks device status and detects errors effectively.
Intuitive Management: Simplifies network, hardware, and software oversight with a user-friendly GUI.
Third-Party Integration: Offers seamless integration with other software tools.

What benefits and ROI can be expected?

Cost-Effective: Affordable pricing enhances accessibility.
Customization: Offers flexibility to meet specific user requirements.
Deployment Simplicity: The straightforward process aids quick implementation.

Nagios Network Analyzer is implemented in industries needing network visibility and management, such as telecommunications and IT services. It aids resellers in offering insights into network behavior for clients during POCs, monitors network connectivity and uptime, and assists organizations in tracking equipment and service availability.

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NuBlue, St.Elisabeth Hospital, Akamit Systems, National Radio Astronomy Observatory, ValueClick, Sunrise Banks

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