BlueCat Integrity vs Infoblox IPAM vs SolarWinds IPAM comparison

BlueCat and Infoblox are both solutions in the IP Address Management (IPAM) Tools category. BlueCat is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.8, while Infoblox is ranked #2 with an average rating of 7.0. BlueCat holds a 18.5% mindshare in IT, compared to Infoblox’s 26.6% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of BlueCat users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Infoblox users who would recommend it.

BlueCat Integrity

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Infoblox IPAM

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94% willing to recommend

SolarWinds IPAM

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92% willing to recommend

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Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the IP Address Management (IPAM) Tools category, the mindshare of BlueCat Integrity is 18.5%, up from 13.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Infoblox IPAM is 26.6%, down from 34.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SolarWinds IPAM is 15.7%, up from 15.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

IP Address Management (IPAM) Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
BlueCat Integrity	18.5%
Infoblox IPAM	26.6%
SolarWinds IPAM	15.7%
Other	39.2%

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Featured Reviews

reviewer2620476

System Engineer at a aerospace/defense firm with 501-1,000 employees

Easy to use, simple licensing, and has a single pane of glass view

The solution is too granular and sometimes complex to configure. We do not always need so many details. Simpler configurations with fewer details would be beneficial. The API aspect could be improved with more use cases and better handling of object attributes. It is already better than in previous versions. Their product team is planning further improvements in the upcoming version 9.6. Last month, we had a roadmap meeting with the BlueCat product team. There will be a lot of improvements in version 9.6 coming in the second half of 2025. We will then upgrade our system to that one. It will have quite a lot of new features.

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Shubham Pawaskar

Senior Associate at ProTechmanize Solutions (P) Ltd.

Centralized visibility has streamlined IP workflows and now needs more customization and AI

Infoblox IPAM's integration with DNS and DHCP helps me streamline my network operations as an internal process. It is automatically connected with DHCP, and IPAM is internally connected with DHCP. I utilize the automated IP address discovery feature with Infoblox IPAM, which is called Network Discovery. For Network Discovery, it actually helps with workflow because we have to configure the seed routers, then SNMP credentials, then CLI credentials. There are different ways to configure the different types of devices, such as devices in firewalls, devices in SDN elements, and devices connected with a switch. There are multiple ways to discover the devices. For the valuable insights I have gained from Infoblox IPAM's real-time visibility and analytics, we have to set the SNMP polling. For the discovery, it may take approximately 24 hours to fetch all the details and get all the updates, including all discovered devices and their fetched details.

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Yashokanth Partkunan

Managed Services Engineer at Loop1 Systems

Manages integrated IP and DHCP with ease and could improve with better alert customization and faster support response

I normally do not have other tools experience to compare with, but with SolarWinds IPAM, they actually integrate with the DHCP DNS server, allowing us to get the scopes, and from there, we can retrieve the information, which is a good feature for managing the DNS DHCP server. The automated discovery feature of SolarWinds IPAM is fine, but I am unable to compare it with other products from different vendors due to my lack of experience with them. It starts with discovery, and we can discover things through the gateway router or even subnet, so supernet, which is possible and a good feature. The benefit of integrated DHCP and DNS management in SolarWinds IPAM is significant. It can gather proper information such as MAC addresses from the DHCP server, so having DHCP and DNS servers integrated is vital to get complete information, otherwise some details may be missed. I commonly use the centralized dashboard for multiple products in SolarWinds IPAM. SolarWinds IPAM effectively helps resolve IP address conflicts. The centralized dashboard has significantly helped resolve IP address conflicts. SolarWinds IPAM has provided a centralized dashboard for a long time now rather than requiring separate management of individual features such as managing IP addresses across separate subnets, which used to be very difficult. Nowadays, there are tools to manage them easily, integrating them with the DHCP server, DNS server, and even IP request-related functionality, which helps a lot in management.

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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 most valuable features are scalability and cloud infrastructure."

"I've been impressed by BlueCat's performance and user-friendly GUI."

"One of the better things about Integrity is that the underlying code it uses is an ISC DNS and DHCP. It's not like some of the other vendors that have created their own version of DNS."

"The most valuable feature is the IPAMs, which provide visibility into all the IP addresses on the network."

"The most valuable aspect is its user-friendly interface. It is straightforward to use."

"The solution includes automatic management of segments."

"BlueCat Integrity's scalability and user-friendliness are the most valuable features."

"It's a critical infrastructure piece. This is where all the IPs are named for the whole organization. It's a big deal. It has all the features related to DNS and DHCP. It's pretty amazing."

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"For me, the best feature of Infoblox IPAM is that you can use BloxOne DDI which means you can manage everything from the cloud and have security policies as well."

"It helps to avoid manual mistakes and we can add the proper DNS if we add an Alias name to that. We are aware of the CNAME we need to use. By using Infoblox as a DNS, we can add the A and PTR records, which is helpful for the lookup as well as the reverse lookup."

"Infoblox gives us the flexibility to manage our internal networks and publish the data outside of the network on the internet. It's quite fluid to do it."

"Centralized maintenance of even 1000's of far-flung devices, and automation of mundane tasks such as code updates."

"From a security engineer's perspective, Infoblox DNS security is the best in the industry."

"One of the most valuable features of this solution has been DNS security."

"IPAM's best features include the view of how many soft nets are filled from your container and the grid master, and it's also excellent for server management."

"It provides us with flexibility."

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"The quality of the data with SolarWinds IPAM is very valuable to us."

"The product is user-friendly and valuable."

"The most valuable feature of SolarWinds IPAM is its automated IP address management; instead of working with Excel sheets, it's automated and saves a lot of time and effort, and additionally, it is adaptable, IT managers enjoy it, and it is high quality."

"The most valuable feature of SolarWinds IPAM is its automated IP address management. Instead of working with Excel sheets, it's automated and saves a lot of time and effort. Additionally, it is adaptable, IT managers enjoy it, and it is high quality."

"I am impressed with the product's reports."

"SolarWinds IPAM is a simple and user-friendly tool."

"The initial setup is straightforward. It takes about half a day, and it can be done by one engineer."

"Its setup is simple. Its interface is simple. It's very easy to manage."

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Cons

"Unfortunately, BlueCat Integrity doesn't support bulk Content Security Policy configuration."

"The DNS and DHCP servers for guests are separated from the main organization. A lot of times, it doesn't allow you to choose a default IP space. When I log in to the GUI, it doesn't default to where I want it to be. So far, I haven't been able to find out how to change or specify that so that it defaults to a particular space, such as the main org. If I'm looking for the IP space for guests, I need to toggle and go to the guest site. Most of the time, I want the IP space for the org to be my main space, but it doesn't give me the ability to do that, or I haven't been able to find that over the last two years."

"However, it does not offer robust support for high availability failover with different subnets, especially if the servers are located in different data centers and belong to distinct IP networks."

"Adaptive DNS only supports AWS for network automation and cloud computing and would be improved if it also supported other options like Azure or Google Cloud."

"The solution is too granular and sometimes complex to configure. We do not always need so many details. Simpler configurations with fewer details would be beneficial."

"The solution does not export reports in a comprehensive format that allows us to see usage, administrators, VLAN, and backups."

"The solution does not export reports in a comprehensive format."

"The technical support is slow and has room for improvement."

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"The solution is not easy to use; the GUI and CLI are challenging to use, limiting end-user capability."

"The scope of our use of this solution is limited to the DDI IPAM solution for Infoblox. This solution could be improved by offering multiple integrations with IPAM which could already exist but we aren't aware of them."

"The solution is not easy to use; the GUI and CLI are challenging to use, limiting end-user capability. We can't use Linux terminal features with Infoblox, as it struggles to detect and troubleshoot problems. We generally use troubleshooting tools like tcpdump in our network security area and we can use that in Infoblox with limited features."

"When we do a host entry, it also reflects in the lookup. We should be able to filter that part. If we do only the A and PTR records, we need to reflect only that part in the lookup."

"The only room for improvement in Infoblox IPAM is its compatibility and flexibility with IPv6. There's been an issue transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6, and though Infoblox is in the process of resolving the issue, it would be better if the team could come up with a solution in a quicker timeframe. Better transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6 is what I'd like to see in the next release of the solution."

"CLI needs to be user-friendly. There should be an option to commit changes."

"An area for improvement is IPAM's smart folders, which can be slow to access and would benefit from a search feature."

"The only room for improvement in Infoblox IPAM is its compatibility and flexibility with IPv6."

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"The installation and storage could be improved."

"However, disabling the local SQL instance proved to be much more difficult than we anticipated. It’d be great to have a built-in method in IPAM to disable the local database components without impacting the application."

"The product needs to improve its support. The response time is long and not very helpful."

"From any improvement perspective, SolarWinds IPAM should consider working on the area where the tool lacks, which is its network management capabilities."

"Some processes are a little bit bumpy. The solution needs a design refresh."

"They should provide more details on the full stack feature. It needs to be integrated with the hypervisor."

"Because I'm still not able to utilize my IPAM on the AWS cloud environment, I would rate it a 7 out of 10, but I'm happy with it on the on-prem side."

"Sometimes we have to wait for screens to load, so faster operations would be better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"BlueCat Integrity is affordable."

"We paid around $5,000 per year for SolarWinds, and now we pay around $20,000 per year for BlueCat, but we have less downtime and fewer issues with DNS and DHCP."

"Adaptive DNS's price depends on your network ranges, the services you want, and the level of support you require."

"Overall, it's a decent price for the product. There are other vendors that have support models and costs that are, sometimes, double what Bluecat charges."

"While BlueCat falls on the expensive side, its exceptional customer service and consistent quality justify the cost."

"I am not sure about the exact pricing, but I believe their cost is lower compared to Infoblox."

"BlueCat Integrity meets our expectations and aligns with our budget forecast."

"BlueCat Integrity is more cost-effective than Infoblox."

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"The licensing cost for Infoblox IPAM depends on your usage and also depends on your term plans, for example, you may want it for three months, six months, or only for seven days. I don't remember the exact licensing cost, but it depends on your organization's structure and how many networks you are going to need."

"They were expensive. They were known to be expensive. In general, they used to at least try to encourage you to upgrade to hardware every three years. Infoblox had a reputation as being one of the better solutions but also one of the more expensive solutions, whereas VitalQ was definitely a much more affordable solution. With Infoblox, anytime you replace hardware, there would also be the cost of the hardware upgrade. So, besides the software licensing fee, there were also hardware maintenance and hardware upgrade fees. I would rate it a 3 out of 10 in terms of pricing."

"The cost depends on the scale at which we're deploying it. It's an annual subscription that ranges between $1,000 and $2,000."

"Infoblox IPAM is a very expensive solution and it should improve. The solution is subscription-based, and the payments can be monthly or yearly. There are additional costs for more features, and the exact cost depends on the features you're using."

"The price of the solution is reasonable compared to competitors, such as Akamai."

"I rate Infoblox IPAM’s pricing a seven out of ten, since their price is up there."

"Infoblox IPAM is a licensed product, and my company pays for it yearly. It depends on the licensing model you choose because right now, the solution can also be subscription-based, specifically the cloud version, but the traditional licensing model for it is one that's paid yearly. The cost would depend on the organization. I know how much my company pays for Infoblox IPAM, but I won't disclose that information. If your company has $10,000,000 or $20,000,000, for example, and you need stability, then I'd say the solution is worth it. If your company is a startup, then the solution may not be worth it, but it would still depend on the ability of your company because Infoblox IPAM is one of the costlier solutions in the market."

"We purchase yearly licenses, and I don't know the exact price as I'm not involved in the finance or sales departments. Infoblox is one of the more expensive products in the DDI environment, so I would say that for organizations looking to combine DNS, DSTP, and IP management with security features, the solution is worth it. However, for organizations only looking for an IP management tool, for example, many more affordable options are available."

"I would rate the product's pricing a six out of ten."

"The product is costly."

"It's on the costlier side. It's expensive."

"On a scale of one to five, where one is high and five is good, I would rate this solution as a four."

"The price of SolarWinds IPAM is good. After the second year, you have to pay additional for maintenance, because the first year is included with the license maintenance and support. It's from the second year on, you have to pay about 20% of the list price for maintenance and support."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Government

Manufacturing Company

14%

Government

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Healthcare Company

Government

12%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	19

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Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	14

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Small Business	7
Large Enterprise	6

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with BlueCat Adaptive DNS?

They can improve their support for the CDNV application, which is Cloud Discovery and Visibility. I had to chase Blue...

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What is your primary use case for BlueCat Adaptive DNS?

We use it for getting an IPAM solution in AWS, which is our first use case. The second use case is we also use it for...

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What advice do you have for others considering BlueCat Adaptive DNS?

If I were to put the support on a scale from one to ten, I would give a score of four. We are users without any partn...

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What needs improvement with Infoblox IPAM?

Since Infoblox IPAM fulfills the requirement of the customer currently, in my perspective, there is no additional inf...

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What is your primary use case for Infoblox IPAM?

Infoblox IPAM is used primarily in the banking sector, where policies and requirements take time to implement. The de...

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What advice do you have for others considering Infoblox IPAM?

I am not using Infoblox IPAM directly. I am currently working for a partner and have implemented Infoblox in various ...

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What advice do you have for others considering SolarWinds IPAM?

I do not deal with the pricing of SolarWinds IPAM; my focus is solely on the technical side. I usually recommend Sola...

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What needs improvement with SolarWinds IPAM?

In terms of improvement for SolarWinds IPAM, I think there needs to be a greater focus on the alert side. If they can...

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What is your primary use case for SolarWinds IPAM?

I have been working with SolarWinds IPAM whenever there is a requirement, but it is not a day-to-day product. NTA, NC...

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Comparisons

Infoblox DDI vs BlueCat Integrity

Compared 21% of the time

Micetro vs BlueCat Integrity

Compared 8% of the time

Infoblox BloxOne DDI vs BlueCat Integrity

Compared 8% of the time

NetBox.dev vs BlueCat Integrity

Compared 6% of the time

Cygna Diamond IP Platform vs BlueCat Integrity

Compared 5% of the time

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Cygna Diamond IP Platform vs Infoblox IPAM

Compared 20% of the time

NetBox.dev vs Infoblox IPAM

Compared 20% of the time

Micetro vs Infoblox IPAM

Compared 7% of the time

ManageEngine OpUtils vs Infoblox IPAM

Compared 4% of the time

Device42 vs Infoblox IPAM

Compared 3% of the time

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Cygna Diamond IP Platform vs SolarWinds IPAM

Compared 18% of the time

Device42 vs SolarWinds IPAM

Compared 9% of the time

Micetro vs SolarWinds IPAM

Compared 7% of the time

ManageEngine OpUtils vs SolarWinds IPAM

Compared 6% of the time

NetBox.dev vs SolarWinds IPAM

Compared 6% of the time

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Also Known As

BlueCat Adaptive DNS, BlueCat Automation Manager, BlueCat DDI

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SolarWinds IP Address Manager

Overview

BlueCat Integrity is a comprehensive DNS security solution that provides visibility and control over all DNS traffic on your network. It offers real-time threat detection and response, as well as policy enforcement to ensure compliance with security standards. With its advanced analytics and reporting capabilities, Integrity enables you to identify and mitigate security risks before they can cause damage. It also integrates with other security tools to provide a complete security ecosystem. Whether you're a small business or a large enterprise, BlueCat Integrity can help you protect your network from DNS-based attacks and ensure the integrity of your DNS infrastructure.

BlueCat

With Infoblox IPAM (IP address management) and DHCP, you can automate and centralize all aspects of IP address provisioning and DHCP server management in conjunction with DNS. Infoblox’s integrated platform enables you to confidently handle your most challenging IPAM and DHCP requirements in every type of network environment, data center and hybrid cloud environment. Infoblox IPAM enables your teams to increase network agility and responsiveness, so you can boost the efficiency of core network operations. Thanks to clear visibility into network operations, you can automatically detect and quarantine rogue devices, lower security risks and prevent outages.

Infoblox

SolarWinds IPAM (IP Address Manager) is an IP management tool designed to work hand-in-hand with unified DHCP and DNS administration. The solution helps organizations prevent IP conflicts, using IPv4 and IPv6 address management. It also offers API support to provide two-way integration with third-party software, and enables automated provisioning.

SolarWinds IPAM Features

SolarWinds IPAM has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

Integrated DHCP and DNS configuration management: SolarWinds IPAM works with multi-vendor DHCP and DNS services and does not require additional proprietary software or hardware for management. With the solution, users can easily unify and manage their Microsoft, Cisco, and ISC open-source DHCP servers as well as their BIND and Microsoft DNS servers.

Monitoring and alerting: The solution proactively and automatically detects IP address problems so that they don’t lead to network disruption. It enables organizations to continuously monitor and improve IP performance via notification of IP address changes in the network. SolarWinds IPAM also provides access to utilization data on essential metrics for planning.

Role-based administration: With SolarWinds IPAM, you can manage your DHCP, DNS, and IP subnets independently. Team members can manage their own subnets, address blocks, and DHCP and DNS services without affecting each other. In addition, role-based administration helps maintain security without limiting delegation of IP address management activities.

Subnet Allocation Wizard: SolarWinds IPAM allows users to specify supernet and subnet sizes, so it can automatically allocate the correct-sized subnet. The Subnet Allocation Wizard helps efficiently organize managed IP address spaces into subnets sized appropriately for the extent and traffic of networks. This feature also enables you to determine the most efficient way to subdivide a supernet.

Microsoft Active Directory: With the solution, you save time on configuring and creating separate logins by leveraging existing user accounts.

SolarWinds IPAM Benefits

There are many benefits to implementing SolarWinds IPAM. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

Less downtime: Because the solution offers monitoring and alerting features, it can help eliminate network downtime that is due to IP conflicts and non-availability of IP addresses due to full subnets.

Plug-in for vRealize Orchestrator: You can automate the process of provisioning IP addresses and updating DNS records with the solution’s plug-in for vRealize Orchestrator. The plug-in contains over a dozen workflows and actions that can be leveraged to script and seamlessly integrated.

Global IP address search: By performing a global search, the solution can help you track down a specific IP address on your network in a matter of seconds. You can quickly and easily access IP address data to both search for available IPs and meet IP requests as well.

Automated IP address scanning: The solution makes it easy for users to set up scheduled, automatic scanning for both IPv4 and IPv6 address spaces. In turn, this reduces manual errors and helps to ensure your network’s IP address information is up to date. Scheduled IP address scanning also helps you avoid IP address conflicts by recognizing transient IP status.

Customizable dashboards: By implementing SolarWinds IPAM solution, you can customize dashboards to deliver the essential information you need in a unified, at-a-glance view for streamlined management and quick troubleshooting.

SolarWinds

Sample Customers

Computer Sciences Corporation

Geisinger Health System, Allied Irish Banks, Lewisville Independent School District, University of Liverpool, Newell Rubbermaid, AH Belo, Arizona State University, Baptist Healthcare System, Kronos

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