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Azure Network Watcher vs ClearSight Analyzer comparison

Microsoft and NETSCOUT are both solutions in the Network Monitoring Software category. Microsoft is ranked #47 with an average rating of 8.3, while NETSCOUT is ranked #102. Microsoft holds a 0.4% mindshare in NMS, compared to NETSCOUT’s 0.1% mindshare. Additionally, 91% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of NETSCOUT users who would recommend it.
Azure Network Watcher
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 10, 2024

ClearSight Analyzer and Azure Network Watcher are competing in the network monitoring tools category. Azure Network Watcher stands out for its advanced features, making it a compelling choice despite higher costs.

Features: ClearSight Analyzer offers comprehensive traffic analysis, real-time monitoring tools, and detailed diagnostics essential for in-depth examination. Azure Network Watcher provides integration with Azure services, automated network monitoring, and a broad range of features beneficial for users in the Azure ecosystem.

Room for Improvement: ClearSight Analyzer could improve by integrating more closely with cloud services, enhancing user interface intuitiveness, and expanding automated capabilities. Azure Network Watcher may benefit from reducing costs, offering better offline support options, and making its features more accessible to non-Azure users.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Azure Network Watcher's seamless integration with Azure platforms supports easier deployment, particularly for existing Azure users, and features knowledgeable customer service that aids in problem resolution. ClearSight Analyzer requires more configuration, and though it provides satisfactory support, it lacks the integration seen with Azure services.

Pricing and ROI: ClearSight Analyzer is typically more cost-effective with lower setup fees, leading to a faster ROI due to its specific functionalities. Azure Network Watcher, while requiring a higher initial investment, offers significant long-term value with its robust features suitable for extensive cloud environments.

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Categories and Ranking

Azure Network Watcher
Ranking in Network Monitoring Software
47th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.0
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
ClearSight Analyzer
Ranking in Network Monitoring Software
102nd
Average Rating
10.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of Azure Network Watcher is 0.4%, down from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ClearSight Analyzer is 0.1%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Network Monitoring Software Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Azure Network Watcher0.4%
ClearSight Analyzer0.1%
Other99.5%
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Bijoyendra Roychowdhury - PeerSpot reviewer
Network monitoring provides comprehensive analytics while the interface requires further development
The quality of Azure Network Watcher is quite good in terms of the in-depth analysis you can create from these matrices. There are other monitoring tools such as New Relic, AppDynamics, and Dynatrace which provide very detailed network tracing. Cloud providers such as Azure or AWS do not have that kind of GUI-based capability at this point, but using PowerShell or Python, you can develop it yourself. From the GUI perspective, it still needs to evolve in terms of quality and standard, though overall, it is quite good for troubleshooting. Regarding areas for improvement, when comparing to other network tools beyond Azure Monitor or Azure Network Watcher, those tools can identify single failed packets. This level of granularity is not currently possible with cloud providers as they only go to a certain level rather than the granular level needed for deep troubleshooting, though they do provide hints with available matrices.
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DT
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I wouldn't want the interface to go towards the web because they did have a version that was inside of the TruView product. It was more web-based and, to me, the web-based applications lose the robustness of the intimacy of a true character interface. I liked that they were on that path and I hope that they stay on that path because it just looks like it's a better product. I would like to see a multi-user version where you can have a launch platform and, potentially, instead of buying six licenses you buy 12 seats or something like that. From a centralized platform, you could have multiple users using that particular product in a series of different ways. That's what I'd like to see, rather than having everybody running a standalone one on their own workstation.
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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

"The solution is good for monitoring device behavior."
"What I like most about Azure Network Watcher is that it's focused more on the architecture. I also like that it has a packet capture feature that tells you how the packet travels and whether it's exiting Azure, etc."
"It provides good visibility."
"We use the solution to monitor network services. It helps to capture any network issues."
"The most valuable feature of Azure Network Watcher is using the gateways with the connections. The monitoring is useful for the logs and application insights into the data. The traffic filtering issues when it comes to deploying those applications are helpful."
"The solution is stable."
"The most valuable features I have found are typology, visualization, and capture."
"I like the visibility."
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"What ClearSight will do is it actually maps out the conversation for you."
 

Cons

"Azure Network Watcher needs to have better documentation and it needs to capture information accurately."
"Technical support from Microsoft needs significant improvement compared to other product vendors."
"The initial setup and initial learning curve could be improved to be easier."
"The solution could improve by limiting the need to clarify the logs. When the clarification is minimized, it is better for everyone involved."
"User experience could be improved."
"Lacks sufficient security features."
"The initial setup and deployment could be improved to be simplified."
"I would like to see in the future if we can troubleshoot as a firewall because it is equipment as a network player and some diagnostics."
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"I would like to see a multi-user version where you can have a launch platform and, potentially, instead of buying six licenses you buy 12 seats or something like that."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Azure Network Watcher is a little bit expensive."
"The price of the solution is reasonable."
"Price-wise, I have no information on how much Azure Network Watcher costs."
"The pricing is good. It's not too expensive."
"It was pretty modest because you could get it in different ways. I think the six licenses, at that time, were about $1,000 each. But then again, I work for a school and educators tend to get discounts on things. So maybe it cost us about five or six hundred a copy."
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
16%
Computer Software Company
10%
Government
9%
University
6%
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Company Size

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Small Business6
Large Enterprise6
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Azure Network Watcher?
I like the visibility.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Azure Network Watcher?
Azure Network Watcher is affordable from the perspective of basic costing. It doesn't cost too much at this point unless you are requesting customizable detailed matrices. For the default configura...
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What needs improvement with Azure Network Watcher?
The quality of Azure Network Watcher is quite good in terms of the in-depth analysis you can create from these matrices. There are other monitoring tools such as New Relic, AppDynamics, and Dynatra...
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Overview

Azure Network Watcher is a comprehensive network monitoring and diagnostic service offered by Microsoft Azure. It provides a range of tools and capabilities to help users monitor, diagnose, and gain insights into their Azure network infrastructure. With Network Watcher, users can capture and analyze network traffic, monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and gain visibility into network topology. It also offers features like packet capture, flow logs, connection monitoring, and VPN diagnostics to ensure the smooth operation of Azure networks. Network Watcher enables users to proactively identify and resolve network issues, optimize network performance, and enhance the overall reliability and security of their Azure network environment.

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Protocol analysis tool for application performance analysis and monitoring. Provides real-time problem identification and statistics.
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