Infraon IMS vs Microsoft System Center comparison

EverestIMS and Microsoft are both solutions in the Cloud Monitoring Software category. EverestIMS is ranked #48, while Microsoft is ranked #41. EverestIMS holds a 1.1% mindshare in CMS, compared to Microsoft’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of EverestIMS users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2024

Microsoft System Center and Infraon IMS compete in the IT management and monitoring category. Each offers unique features catering to different business needs, making Infraon IMS appear more flexible due to its customization ease and adaptable pricing.

Features: Microsoft System Center is appreciated for its integration with Microsoft products, automation, and management of third-party hypervisors like VMware and Citrix. It also stands out for its ease of configuration and comprehensive reporting. Infraon IMS is recognized for real-time network monitoring, customizable dashboards, and role-based access, providing detailed insights into network performance and health without needing technical expertise.

Room for Improvement: Microsoft System Center faces challenges with non-Microsoft integration, resource usage, and requires better mobile support. Users find installation complex. Infraon IMS could enhance its reporting capabilities, improve its GUI for ease of use, and increase integration with other tools, especially for non-IPBS devices.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both systems are primarily on-premises with some hybrid capabilities. Microsoft System Center's deployment can be complex, and support is often viewed as costly. Infraon IMS is praised for easier deployment; however, users note support engagement could be more effective.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft System Center carries higher pricing with yearly licensing fees, but offers ROI through time savings. Infraon IMS, with its flexible pricing based on features, is seen as more reasonable and aligned to specific needs, providing better ROI for many organizations.

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Categories and Ranking

Infraon IMS

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

48th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (83rd), Server Monitoring (32nd), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (56th)

Microsoft System Center

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

41st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Application Infrastructure (17th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2026, in the Cloud Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of Infraon IMS is 1.1%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft System Center is 0.7%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft System Center	0.7%
Infraon IMS	1.1%
Other	98.2%

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it_user1631601

GTM Manager at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

Our process efficiency has improved by having all the information in one place, which has reduced manpower

The product is great. We integrated the ticketing tool with the monitoring tool. The agent ID creation is very easy when using this tool. It is so user-friendly. The user interface is good and also the pricing is great. The user interface is good, even a business user or layman can raise a ticket. They provide an all-in-one monitoring tool. If an issue happens, it gets integrated with the email, then proactively that ticket is being raised, which is good. The reporting is good. It is very clear. It is a customized report; however you want it, you can customize it. We use the solution’s role-based dashboards. The head of IT wants to use it so he can see holistically what is happening, e.g., what are the tickets being raised, what is a major issue, and what escalations are happening. There are different dashboards that are customized. For our head of IT, we made a separate dashboard. Then, for the executives, we made a separate dashboard based on time, like hourly or daily. All these reports were customized. While they didn't provide a BI dashboard, they provide a kind of graphical dashboard for whatever the issue is. Once you click on a particular ticket, it drills down to the issue, what it is and when the issue was raised. The drill down is good. It is more like a business intelligence (BI) tool. You can just scroll and zoom in. It goes deep into the issue. Once you click a particular dashboard, it will take you to the next page, then it takes you to the issue. Infraon IMS provides workflow automation for real-world use cases. This makes our work easier. It is just drag and drop (no coding) to build the workflows. For example, a particular ticket is being raised. It gets routed to three important IT executives within our team. From our team, it gets routed to the next level. The learning curve is good. Initially, there were no issues. As soon as the users saw the product, they understood what the product was. There wasn't any kind of training required for this product because it is very straightforward.

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Carl Palapal

Sr. Sys. Server & Storage Egineer / Tech .Consultant at CANAR OFFICE SYSTEMS

Provides comprehensive system management with effective deployment and integration capabilities

The advantages of Microsoft System Center are significant, and I have seen other products as well. As far as advantages are concerned, they have PXE deployment, which is good for deploying operating systems, such as Windows client systems including Windows 10 and Windows 11. Since it is a Microsoft product, all the patches are proprietary, making it easier to deploy. In Microsoft System Center, all the features are integrated already, whereas in ManageEngine, you have to license each feature individually to access those features. The automated features of Virtual Machine Manager are very useful; it automates as long as the policy that I have created is in line with the objective, especially the templates when I'm going to deploy. Regarding endpoint management, Microsoft System Center is very helpful; it has integrated endpoint protection deployment, allowing me to handle endpoint configuration, system deployment, and patch deployment, making it an all-in-one stop shop for managing and configuring end clients. The impact of using Microsoft System Center is significant; it gives me a whole picture of my environment, making it easy to get inventory details regarding applications and hardware, providing full visibility of my setup within the organization.

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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

"Overall, it's a wonderful one-stop ITSM solution for infrastructure."

"The feature that I like the most and the best part is the customization."

"With Infraon, everything is already built-in so you are able to plug-and-play with the system."

"If you are looking for the best product with the best price, Infraon is the best product."

"We have definitely seen ROI since we first implemented Infraon, three years ago, as it has given us clarity and helped us with compliance during audits."

"The backup, restore, and comparison features are all good."

"Infraon IMS allows us to do several things from a single window, which is important to us."

"We use the solution to automatically trigger processes to help us resolve issues. The whole IT process has been automated, such as trying to map all the users and the escalation process. So, if any issue happens, we get an SMS and WhatsApp of the report. If there is a critical issue this has to be sorted out, like the entire data center being down, then there is an alarm."

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"If you're using only Microsoft products then this is a good solution because you're working in a unified environment."

"Integrates great with other Microsoft Products."

"I like the automated features of it that let you schedule those updates and the ability of the product to focus on the specific updates, specific platforms, and products that we're interested in keeping up to date."

"The most valuable feature of Microsoft System Center is its GUI (graphical user interface)."

"Many processes could be implemented out-of-the-box, and this helped to adopt processes in areas which we lacked."

"We like Microsoft System Center's Operations Manager. That is primarily why we use it."

"The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it helps us manage our company's application pool, license pool, application update pool, and OS updates."

"Management Packs for Microsoft-specific products, which help us implement the best practices for each product."

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Cons

"We have enquired if there are any possibilities of monitoring non-IPBS devices."

"There might be some features in other products that are currently not there in Everest IMS and can be included. I have not yet compared it with any other product."

"Email support is a bit slow. Once you drop an email, it takes time."

"I would like to see an integrated view of Infraon IMS and Infraon Desk. It would be very helpful if that were integrated into the solution."

"The graphical view of the topology does not show us all of the connectivity in our network, which is something that could be improved."

"I would like to have the option to add a new device or meet with the next release. Right now, it needs to be done from the backend which results in a heavy reliance on R&D."

"Technical support could use some improvement in terms of their response times and diagnostic accuracy."

"This solution is available in SaaS. The reason why we have not gone to SaaS is they do not have a country-specific separation of assets. There are GDPR and other requirements that might require country-specific sensitive information to be filtered as well as other things that need to be taken care of. Normally, if we need to do any compliance, like ISO27000 compliance, they don't have such a report within their system. This kind of report is missing from their SaaS. That is one of the reasons that we have gone to the on-prem version, where I am assured that my data is secure."

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"For me, the tool's UI seems to be too old."

"The multi-tenancy support needs to be improved. We need to have the ability to manage several different environments from one central point of administration."

"In Microsoft System Center, it is difficult to follow the steps to create dataflows at times."

"System Center hasn't updated to keep up with the industry. It needs improvements in the user interface, ease of use, and overall product functionality, particularly the cloud-monitoring features. It needs more capabilities to monitor AWS and Azure infrastructure."

"Less server consumption would help, as would better, more flexible reports."

"In my opinion, DPM needs a lot of improvements to its limitations."

"Microsoft System Center should be easier to manage. However, it is complex to deploy, so people hesitate to use it. Though it has many features, such as licensing, asset tracking, and software deployment, we mainly use it for Windows updates. It protects many screens and integrates with databases, but it's complex compared to other solutions. Many now use cloud-based products or other tools like Automox to deploy updates and manage vulnerabilities."

"Installation is cumbersome and not much documentation available for best practices for installation."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is reasonable, given the features that they provide."

"We pay for a number of devices on the accounts and since it is on-premises, we pay the maintenance charges for the year."

"If you are looking for the best product with the best price, Infraon is the best product. We evaluated five to six products and finally felt Infraon was better because of the pricing model, especially because it was more flexible."

"I think that the pricing for this solution is reasonable and varies by number of devices."

"Licensing is calculated on a per-user basis."

"The cost model is within our budget. I have less than 180 critical assets, but the moment that I have 1,000 assets, then the license model is totally different. I don't know whether they are capable of handling that kind of a load. They could revisit the licensing model."

"I know that sometimes there is some reduction in the prices of Microsoft System Center because of the costs of Microsoft SQL Server, which can be advantageous."

"I rate the product price as five to six on a scale of one to ten, where one means it is cheap and ten means it is expensive."

"Microsoft System Center is quite expensive."

"Microsoft System Center's licensing is costly."

"It's rolled into our enterprise subscription. The entire subscription is around $25,000 a year, however, that covers all the products that we use."

"We maximized our license investment."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

18%

Financial Services Firm

15%

Outsourcing Company

13%

Construction Company

17%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	7
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	10

Questions from the Community

What is the best network monitoring software for large enterprises?

It actually depends on the exact purpose or requirements. Some tools are better for only network devices while others are better from a cloud monitoring or APM monitoring perspective. You can check...

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What needs improvement with Microsoft System Center?

The disadvantage of Microsoft System Center is related to the many integrated services; if one service is failing, then all features will be affected. For example, with site configuration, when one...

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft System Center?

I am using Microsoft System Center. I use Microsoft System Center for patch deployment and application deployment.

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What advice do you have for others considering Microsoft System Center?

The connection is not very stable. I rate Microsoft System Center a nine out of ten.

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Also Known As

Everest IMS

MS System Center

Overview

Infraon IMS offers network monitoring with real-time dashboards, customizable GUIs, and integrated tools, supporting device management and workflow automation efficiently.

Infraon IMS delivers stable performance with features tailored for easy customization and detailed network management. Users benefit from real-time monitoring through role-based dashboards and integrated ticketing tools. However, improvements in reporting, GUI usability, and AI integration are needed. Challenges include monitoring non-IPBS devices and improving connectivity visibility. Users require seamless Infraon Desk integration, ease of device addition, and enhanced topology views.

What are the key features of Infraon IMS?

Stable Performance: Provides consistent network oversight.
Customizable Dashboards: Role-based, interactive GUIs for tailored views.
Real-Time Monitoring: Comprehensive network visibility and alerts.
Workflow Automation: Streamlines operational processes.
Configuration Backup: Ensures data integrity and easy recovery.
Granular Reporting: Delivers detailed insights and analysis.
Intuitive Interface: Enhances user interaction and experience.
Quick Device Discovery: Facilitates effective network management.
Email Alerts: Keeps users informed on device status.
CSV Upload: Manages high-volume device data efficiently.

What benefits do users find in Infraon IMS?

Centralized Access: Simplifies firewall and device management.
Enhanced IT Management: Improved monitoring of uptime, downtime, and utilization.
Flexible Deployment: Support for global locations with cloud and on-premises options.
Link Monitoring Automation: Boosts operational efficiency.

In industries like IT infrastructure and data center management, Infraon IMS is utilized for network monitoring and managing key components such as leased lines and firewalls. Its capabilities aid diverse geographical locations in overseeing data centers, offering centralized monitoring and access to critical infrastructure.

EverestIMS

Microsoft System Center offers comprehensive management of IT environments, integrating seamlessly with Microsoft platforms. It supports automated updates, antivirus management, and endpoint monitoring, delivering insights and managing applications efficiently.

Microsoft System Center stands out as a robust IT management solution, delivering efficient performance monitoring, seamless integration with Microsoft environments, and effortless configuration. Users benefit from automated updates, endpoint and antivirus management, and precise reporting capabilities, ensuring full visibility of applications and hardware. With features like PXE deployment and Virtual Machine Manager automation, coupled with an intuitive interface, it enhances operational efficiency in managing deployments and updates. Yet, areas such as integration with non-Microsoft products, resource demands, and mobile app support present challenges needing improvement, alongside complexities in multi-tenant environments.

What are the most important features of Microsoft System Center?

Seamless Microsoft Integration: Ensures effortless synergy with Microsoft environments.
Automated Updates: Simplifies the update management process with automation.
Antivirus and Endpoint Management: Provides centralized control over security and device management.
Performance Monitoring: Delivers real-time insights into system performance and functionality.
PXE Deployment: Eases network-based installation of operating systems and applications.
Virtual Machine Manager Automation: Enhances virtual environments with automation capabilities.

What benefits or ROI can users evaluate in Microsoft System Center?

Operational Efficiency: Improves productivity through streamlined management processes.
Low Learning Curve: Reduces training time due to intuitive design.
Comprehensive Reporting: Enhances decision-making with detailed operational insights.
Full Infrastructure Visibility: Offers complete view of applications and hardware ensuring transparency.

In industries like retail and government, Microsoft System Center plays a critical role in monitoring server functionality, performance, and application management. It aids infrastructure management, facilitates device deployments, and enhances cybersecurity with endpoint protection. Organizations use it for collecting inventory data, generating insightful reports, and supporting help desks through efficient ticketing, alongside centralized antivirus oversight.

Microsoft

Sample Customers

Airtel, BSNL, BlackBox Corporation, ACT, Geojit, Canara Bank, Federal Bank, Corporation Bank, Birla Corporation, CESC Limited, Mphasis, GAIL, Udaan, Cowrks, SEBI, PowerGrid, ION, Summit Communications, National Information Technology Center (Nepal), Bhutan National Bank, Servion T, Greenlam, Translab Technologies, CMSIT Services, Nelco, HPCL, Navitas Life Sciences etc.

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