ExtremeCloud IQ vs FireMon Asset Manager comparison

Extreme Networks and FireMon are both solutions in the Network Management Applications category. Extreme Networks is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.5, while FireMon is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.7. Extreme Networks holds a 2.7% mindshare in NMA, compared to FireMon’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of FireMon users who would recommend it.

ExtremeCloud IQ

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 2, 2025

ExtremeCloud IQ and FireMon Asset Manager are tools in the network oversight and security category. ExtremeCloud IQ appears more versatile due to its ease of use and superior analytics, whereas FireMon Asset Manager excels in security compliance.

Features: ExtremeCloud IQ's key features include advanced cloud networking management, AI-driven insights, and flexibility in network performance optimization. FireMon Asset Manager offers comprehensive asset visibility, extensive security compliance capabilities, and robust security standards maintenance.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtremeCloud IQ provides straightforward cloud-based deployment with superior customer support, simplifying the integration process. FireMon Asset Manager offers a more complex on-premises setup but compensates with supportive customer service throughout deployment, appealing to those prioritizing extensive support.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeCloud IQ features a competitive pricing structure that provides good ROI for businesses focused on cost-effective network management. In contrast, FireMon Asset Manager involves higher setup costs but delivers substantial ROI through enhanced security features, attracting companies desiring comprehensive security capabilities.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtremeCloud IQ

Ranking in Network Management Applications

13th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Access Control (NAC) (11th), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (21st)

FireMon Asset Manager

Ranking in Network Management Applications

18th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IT Asset Management (12th), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM) (6th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Network Management Applications category, the mindshare of ExtremeCloud IQ is 2.7%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of FireMon Asset Manager is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Management Applications Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
ExtremeCloud IQ	2.7%
FireMon Asset Manager	0.2%
Other	97.1%

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KristianLarsen

Senior Consultant at Mikla IT

Helps resolve network-related issues quickly and is reasonably priced

The tool has both advantages and weaknesses because it has several pieces of software on which it has been working because of buyouts. The tool has several branches of software versions, and you can consolidate it into ExtremeCloud, but it also has the disadvantage that sometimes people can get issues because the software on the hardware is different than they expected, especially if it is not converted to the tool used. The tool has simplified things, but it also adds a complexity that sometimes stumps some users. In the future, I think the tool’s onboarding setup of a new tenant could be smoother or faster. I also think that they could provide a simpler setup for first-level support so that it can be easier for them to have a support dashboard that would help them. I am talking about customer support organizations, so you usually have a high turnaround, but you need to have something that is easier to use and where you don't need so much training.

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Chan Lung

Presale Consultant at Sangfor Technologies

Works very well as a single platform for policy management and audit compliance

The dashboard clearly shows the policies of a network environment. We can see which policies are critical or are always being used. We can also see which ones are not being used or have not been modified in a long time. We can see all the ports that the applications are using. We have all this information in the dashboard. After deployment, FireMon Asset Manager automatically shows the network topology. However, the dashboard is pretty fixed. It is not flexible. If I need to modify the dashboard, I need the help of their customer support. FireMon has streamlined policy deployment across multiple firewalls, making it easier to quickly implement changes. It has also improved our ability to comply with audits and be compliant with PCI DSS and ISO 27001 standards. The efficiency of deploying policies has increased significantly. The information provided by FireMon Asset Manager is helpful in making an organization's environment secure. It makes customers look into their policies and see if they need to be modified.

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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 support organization behind this product is extremely professional."

"What I like best about ExtremeCloud IQ is its ease of use. Flexibility is another pro of ExtremeCloud IQ. I also find ExtremeCloud IQ feature-rich."

"It allows me to see APs and clients that are having issues, allowing for faster support response and less downtime."

"When we deployed the new IP that is managed wirelessly in the cloud, it fixed the problems. Now, we don't have any more reports, and everything works fine."

"The deployment made my life very easy."

"ExtremeCloud IQ is integrated with the Ekahau tool so that you can log in to the ExtremeCloud IQ portal, upload the cloud plans, draw all the interiors, and plan the APs with the real-time AP position."

"ExtremeCloud offers features that not a lot of other vendors do like their data storage and the ability to swap licenses."

"What's most valuable for me in ExtremeCloud IQ is easy management. It also has centralized administration, so you don't have to go to the customer site to program it. It can be programmed remotely."

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"The most valuable feature is the change modules. Whenever there is a change in the firewall, it automatically reflects on FireMon."

"The most valuable aspects of FireMon Asset Manager are its integrations and its ability to passively monitor the network for unknown assets."

"It offers a single platform for managing firewalls of different brands and simplifies policy deployment and auditing. It helps push policies to different firewalls, and it also helps with policy auditing."

Cons

"The dashboard and stability need to be improved."

"The tool has simplified things, but it also adds a complexity that sometimes stumps some users."

"I struggled with the documentation."

"An area for improvement in ExtremeCloud IQ is its technical support. Support could be better, especially when you need help concerning ExtremeCloud IQ and WinG."

"The managing of switches within this solution could be improved."

"They can improve just the onboarding process. More user information about the introduction to the product would be helpful. It would be good if they have a better user introduction to the new product because it is different than the prior version."

"Pricing is a bit expensive."

"Need port aggregation on the 2384 switches to take full advantage of ac on the APs. I understand that is on their product road map."

More ExtremeCloud IQ cons

"The discovery process could be improved. If incorrect credentials are entered, it should give an error message. That would make our work easy rather than having to troubleshoot why the issue is occurring."

"It is not very good at monitoring the Check Point firewall, but it works very well with other firewalls such as Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Cisco ASA."

"While passive discovery remains important, active retrieval of asset details would be valuable, and this functionality is starting to be implemented, as I've observed in recent updates but it is not fully there yet."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I did a multi-year license. It was a three-year license. It compares well with others in terms of the price. It is about a hundred dollars per year on a three-year scale."

"It is not the cheapest product but I think that the price is reasonable because you get a lot of support of it's needed."

"This solution offers annual licensing that is middle of the range in terms of cost."

"Price-wise, it is a reasonable tool."

"The product pricing is reasonable."

"Buy near the end of Q4 in order to get a deal."

"I would advise that you be sure to compare apples with apples. Many customers just look at the price per AP and licences, and compare that against other solutions. But, they do not look at the complete picture such as: TCO - how much the equipment will cost you over, say, seven years? Will the customer need to change complete infrastructure when they want to buy the newest hardware? Does support include a lifetime warranty and RMA?"

"There are probably cheaper solutions but we invest for stability and performance for the longer haul."

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"FireMon is more expensive than other brands but justified by its comprehensive feature set. It includes several functions that might require additional subscriptions in other solutions."

"FireMon Asset Manager's pricing has been reasonable and has worked well for us from a licensing standpoint."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	45
Midsize Enterprise	13
Large Enterprise	24

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Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?

Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?

The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period. The documentation and training courses were also costly, impacting how easily I c...

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What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeCloud IQ?

I rate the overall solution nine out of ten only due to the poor documentation. Despite this, I was very happy with ExtremeCloud IQ as it greatly eased my workload, allowing me to manage the networ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for FireMon Asset Manager?

FireMon is more expensive than other brands but justified by its comprehensive feature set. It includes several functions that might require additional subscriptions in other solutions.

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What needs improvement with FireMon Asset Manager?

We used FireMon Asset Manager only for the firewalls. It could not always discover, so we had to go in and add it manually. The discovery was not always consistent. At times it worked, and at times...

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What is your primary use case for FireMon Asset Manager?

We used FireMon Asset Manager for 12 clients. We used it for firewall audits and rule changes.

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Also Known As

Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity

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Overview

ExtremeCloud is a resilient and scalable cloud-based network management solution offered by Extreme Networks as a subscription service.

The network is your platform of engagement for clients and staff. We have designed ExtremeCloud to provide superior user experience by empowering you and the applications that drive your business. The combination of Extreme Networks’ smart wired and wireless edges and the elasticity, resilience and scalability provided via state-of-the-art datacenters distributed strategically for worldwide availability allows you to respond to the changing needs of your business, at the speed of cloud, through a simple, multi-site aware user interface.

Extreme Networks

FireMon Asset Manager provides insightful monitoring and management of your network assets, helping organizations maintain security compliance and optimize asset usage effectively.

FireMon Asset Manager offers a comprehensive view of network assets, assisting in identifying security compliance gaps and optimizing resource utilization. Designed for enterprises requiring robust asset monitoring, it ensures efficient tracking, enabling proactive threat management and policy adherence across digital environments.

What are the important features of FireMon Asset Manager?

Real-Time Monitoring: Continuously tracks network assets to provide up-to-date security insights.
Compliance Assurance: Ensures assets meet security policies and regulatory requirements.
Reporting Capabilities: Offers detailed reports for better visibility and analysis of network assets.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from FireMon Asset Manager?

Enhanced Security Posture: By maintaining compliance and identifying vulnerabilities, it minimizes risks.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines asset management, reducing manual interventions and resource wastage.
Cost Savings: Prevents potential security incidents, saving costs related to breaches and non-compliance fines.

In industries like finance and healthcare, FireMon Asset Manager plays a crucial role by providing meticulous asset tracking essential for maintaining stringent compliance requirements. It enables organizations to swiftly adapt to changing regulations and safeguard sensitive information effectively.

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Sample Customers

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange

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