ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations vs LiveNX comparison

ExtraHop Networks and BlueCat are both solutions in the Network Monitoring Software category. ExtraHop Networks is ranked #73, while BlueCat is ranked #39 with an average rating of 8.3. ExtraHop Networks holds a 0.6% mindshare in NMS, compared to BlueCat’s 0.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of ExtraHop Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 81% of BlueCat users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 26, 2025

ExtraHop Reveal(x) and LiveNX compete in the network visibility and analysis space. Despite the affordability and support of ExtraHop Reveal(x), LiveNX has an edge with its comprehensive feature set aimed at network analytics.

Features: ExtraHop Reveal(x) offers real-time threat detection, protocol import analysis, and live PCAP analysis. LiveNX provides robust flow visualization, network traffic monitoring, and an effective alerting system.

Room for Improvement: ExtraHop Reveal(x) could enhance its analytical ability in non-security contexts, expand real-time data customization, and improve reporting granularity. LiveNX could simplify its user interface, reduce setup complexity, and improve integration with third-party tools.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtraHop Reveal(x) is praised for straightforward deployment and excellent support, making the implementation seamless. LiveNX provides reliable deployment but may be slightly complex for some users; it is supported by responsive and knowledgeable customer service.

Pricing and ROI: ExtraHop Reveal(x) is generally more cost-effective, emphasizing a quick ROI with its security-focused approach. LiveNX has a higher initial cost but offers robust ROI due to its comprehensive analytics for network performance monitoring.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT O...

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

73rd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Diagnostics (11th), IT Operations Analytics (14th), Network Packet Capture (8th)

LiveNX

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

39th

Average Rating

7.2

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IT Infrastructure Monitoring (41st)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations is 0.6%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of LiveNX is 0.8%, down from 0.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Monitoring Software Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
LiveNX	0.8%
ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations	0.6%
Other	98.6%

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Project Manager and IT Management Consultant at a integrator with 1,001-5,000 employees

Great for identifying application interdependencies with helpful support but needs better visualizations

We're just trying to identify the application interdependencies, which normally reside on different servers, including web servers, database servers, enterprise service bus, et cetera, up to your presentation layer before we start moving stuff around. Normally, the reason why we use these tools is to understand what assets we have, where they're deployed, and how they enter and operate before we decide to go move something from point A to point B. The solution is going to allow me to establish a wave or migration plan where you have different waves of migration and then you actually have move groups to try and get your application moved from A to B seamlessly. A to B could be on-premise to on-premise. It could be on-premise to cloud. Et cetera. The solution can tell me what components can I deploy, for example, into a cloud space, without having to refactor my applications since that can be quite time-consuming and costly.

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Ashwani Bansal

Senior Solution Consultant at Orange

Network management and diagnostics improved through effective monitoring and reporting capabilities

The solution is handy. I have not used that particular feature. Maintenance is required for the system. If you want to use something on the endpoints or end-user devices, then using LiveAction LiveNX in place of other tools would be quite beneficial. The solution impacts operational costs and resources. On a scale of 1-10, I rate LiveAction LiveNX a nine.

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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

"This solution is more applications reference architecture focused. Its benefit is that it specializes in that space."

"The most valuable feature is the way it handles data, from Layer 2 up to Layer 7. We can see everything that happens in the network."

"Not only can you look at the protocol import level. It also has a live PCAP analysis."

"The most valuable features are security detections, perimeter detection, dashboards, and alerts."

"There are many valuable features in this product, but probably the biggest is the customization capability it has."

"Wire data analytics."

"The product has a very good graphical interface."

"The intention and the idea of the filter is great."

"All in all, LiveAction LiveNX has become an indispensable tool for maintaining and improving our network's reliability and performance, ultimately supporting our organization's goal of providing timely and dependable delivery services."

"On a scale of 1-10, I rate LiveAction LiveNX a nine."

"LiveAction LiveNX provides valuable real-time and historical network traffic visualization capabilities that help monitor and analyze network performance."

"One of the valuable features is the ability to create CLI scripts on the fly to fix any issues. We were using it for QoS modeling to ensure that we were properly modeling QoS, and it basically said here is what you need to fix to get this QoS done, whether it is ACL or something else. It would either push or recommend. If you have the right credentials, you could also push. It is very good if you are a Cisco shop. It gives you reporting, latency, and bandwidth utilization for your applications, so you can do good capacity management planning. There are a lot of pieces that LiveNX can give you. It is a total NPM solution for SD-WAN."

"We provide a tool for our customers to manage their reports. It's an extremely highly featured platform capable of producing a lot of data. We spent quite a long time working with customers and LiveAction to create template reports, and they're very good and configurable. You get a lot of data if you don't configure them."

"We don't have any complaints about the software. According to my team, it's a very good tool that's very intuitive."

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Cons

"This solution would be improved if it had the ability to retain data longer."

"They have a new solution, ExtraHop Reveal(x), and I think it needs improvement."

"I would improve the Rule-Based Access Control (RBAC) by providing granular access control to the data."

"They either have to go broad or decide what their bread and butter is and get really good at that."

"Network visibility is something that needs to be improved."

"We'd like to see a local presence within the region in order to have seamless service whether it's the support, the implementation, or professional services."

"Improved documentation and more responsive customer support can help in addressing issues faster."

"The only downside to this software is the price."

"The customer service and technical support of LiveAction LiveNX are rated at 4 out of 10."

"Sometimes the solution does not register devices properly and that is a bug."

"They need to create a more simplified UI."

"The product is weak in multi-tenancy. We have to install multiple instances of LiveAction, whereas we would like to build it once for our customers."

"This is a horrible solution and I think everything needs to be improved."

"The tool crashes sometimes when we try to pull reports simultaneously."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is higher than other solutions, but with such good features, I think it's worth it."

"The price of this solution for our environment is about £650,000 ($855,000 USD) for three years."

"The pricing is fair considering the value provided."

"It's very expensive."

"The solution is fairly expensive compared to other products."

"We use the free version."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

21%

Computer Software Company

12%

Educational Organization

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Large Enterprise

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Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	3

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	1
Large Enterprise	9

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What needs improvement with LiveAction LiveNX?

The solution could be enhanced by implementing custom patterns for each customer.

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What is your primary use case for LiveAction LiveNX?

The customers use LiveAction LiveNX for network monitoring and management purposes.

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What advice do you have for others considering LiveAction LiveNX?

I work as an integrator with LiveAction LiveNX. Most customers prefer deploying it on premises rather than in the cloud. The advanced diagnostics capabilities, including flow-based surveillance and...

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LiveNX

Overview

The ExtraHop Application Performance Management Solution Delivers Unified Visibility Across the IT Environment w/ Proactive Alerts & Accelerated Troubleshooting

ExtraHop Networks

LiveNX enables real-time network monitoring with a graphical interface, offering detailed reports and advanced integration for comprehensive analysis and efficient network management.

LiveNX provides intuitive tools for real-time issue identification and resolution, leveraging advanced integration with platforms like Cisco SD-WAN to enhance network performance analysis. Through features such as visual analytics and QoS modeling, LiveNX supports capacity management planning and operational efficiency, although it requires improvements in pricing, resource efficiency, and web interface functionality. Users value its insights into traffic patterns, enabling optimization and proactive issue resolution.

What are the key features of LiveNX?

Real-Time Monitoring: Facilitates immediate issue identification.
Graphical Interface: Enhances user experience with detailed visualization.
Integration Capabilities: Supports platforms like Cisco SD-WAN for comprehensive analysis.
Visual Analytics: Provides insights into traffic patterns.
QoS Modeling: Aids in planning and maintaining service quality.
Custom Templates: Offers personalized network management tools.

What benefits should users look for?

Proactive Issue Resolution: Enables early detection and solving of network problems.
Comprehensive Analysis: Assists in understanding and managing network performance.
Operational Efficiency: Enhances overall network management processes.
Traffic Optimization: Improves service quality and network utilization.

Industries use LiveNX to monitor and troubleshoot network performance, manage traffic, and ensure QoS across on-premises and cloud environments. It is particularly valued for its ability to visualize and optimize network traffic, which is crucial for maintaining service quality.

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Alaska Airlines, bet365, Concur, McKesson, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, Practice Fusion, Seattle Children's Hospital, Steward Health Care System

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