Ixia Network Packet Brokers vs NETSCOUT nGeniusONE comparison

The compared Keysight Technologies and NETSCOUT solutions aren't in the same category. Keysight Technologies is ranked #2 in NPB , and holds a 12.8% mindshare in the category. NETSCOUT is ranked #30 in NMS , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Keysight Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of NETSCOUT users who would recommend it.

Ixia Network Packet Brokers

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Ixia Network Packet Brokers

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Categories and Ranking

Ixia Network Packet Brokers

Average Rating

10.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Traffic Switching (1st), Network Packet Broker (NPB) (2nd)

NETSCOUT nGeniusONE

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (30th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Management solutions, they serve different purposes. Ixia Network Packet Brokers is designed for Network Packet Broker (NPB) and holds a mindshare of 12.8%, down 20.4% compared to last year.
NETSCOUT nGeniusONE, on the other hand, focuses on Network Monitoring Software, holds 1.0% mindshare, down 1.6% since last year.

Network Packet Broker (NPB) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Ixia Network Packet Brokers	12.8%
Gigamon Deep Observability Pipeline	20.2%
Big Switch Networks	8.1%
Other	58.9%

Network Packet Broker (NPB)

Network Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
NETSCOUT nGeniusONE	1.0%
Zabbix	3.9%
SolarWinds NPM	3.6%
Other	91.5%

Network Monitoring Software

Featured Reviews

Ahmet Kilic

Network and Security Unit Manager at Bankalararası Kart Merkezi (BKM)

Efficient, reliable, and easy to set up

We're a customer and end-user. I'm not sure which version of the solution we're using. We needed to buy Package Broker. It was a requirement for us. If you want to use a security chain on your internet, you have to use something like Package Broker. We decided on a benchmark and then had a look around, and then we decided to get Ixia Packet Broker in the end. I'd recommend the solution to others. Overall, I would rate the solution ten out of ten as we have been very satisfied with the capabilities on offer.

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EdwardShim

General Manager at MOCOMSYS

Offers detailed network monitoring but requires improvement in deployment complexity and pricing

The price is really high, making it difficult for many financial companies to purchase immediately; it will take time for them to afford any budget for the purchase. The traffic data correlation feature's effectiveness with performance issues for clients remains uncertain as there are questions that need to be addressed through engineers regarding how many customers are actually using it. Regarding pricing and value for money, while the solution has the potential to save time and money for clients in the long term, monitoring solutions for performance management or network monitoring do not cause immediate damage to a company. It could lead to damage over time, but financial and management teams typically cannot see the immediate crisis. This is why many big companies Samsung and Hyundai try to build their own monitoring solutions using open-source tools and their own engineers, though it has not been successful.

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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 can scale quite well."

"When we have any type of outage, and we dig into it, we are able to tell what the root cause is instead of having to go through Wireshark, etc."

"When it's implemented properly, and the training is there to use the interface and have it work in your company, and people understand it, it can be very effective."

"This solution provides us with increased visibility while conducting an IT deployment, and when we have any type of outage and we dig into it, we are able to tell what the root cause is instead of having to go through Wireshark, etc."

"It is the ability to collect data and analyze it, especially key performance indicators. This is before a customer would call to the service center to complain that they have had bad coverage or a dropped call."

"If a lot of traffic from one site is hitting AWS Cloud or the data center, then we want to know which client is utilizing the most bandwidth. We will work with nGeniusONE to troubleshoot the issue."

"The product is very good, we have very few problems, and if we do have any issues, NETSCOUT gives us very good support with the right engineers who know the issues and provide an RMA if anything is wrong with a device."

"The installation process is straightforward."

"The VoLTE model, call search and Media Monitor were essential when we launched VoLTE. We're relying heavily on them to troubleshoot our VoLTE calls."

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Cons

"We find the product to be expensive."

"The current solution is not easy to scale, because it is an appliance-based solution. So, you have to swap everything out."

"The price is really high, making it difficult for many financial companies to purchase immediately; it will take time for them to afford any budget for the purchase."

"I would like to see improvement in the user experience. It's hard to manage it."

"The single pane of glass view is a challenge. I like the graphics, they're easy to understand, but when more digging is required, it's more complicated to get what I'm expecting."

"I would love to have them reassemble fragmented packets. That would be a very big plus in my book."

"It could have an easier to understand interface."

"For the most part, it's relatively stable. However, there are some times where it seems like it runs a little slow and you have to reset things to get it back going again."

"It's not intuitive, it's not simple to use. It is probably the only monitoring tool, out of all the ones that I have, that I really need an expert on, an expert from nGenius, a contractor that I have to pay, to manage the tool. And that's because it's simply not easy to use. Netscout needs to focus on making it easier to use."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The biggest problem we have with this product is the expense."

"The product is too expensive compared to other products."

"Make sure you get the low down on your licensing and understand the licensing requirements before making a purchase, especially when it comes to an upgrade. Make sure that it suits your needs before you commit to it. For example, we purchased ATA at version 6.2.1. At that time, the licensing covered everything we need. NETSCOUT comes out with 6.2.2, stating that in order to upgrade, you had to purchase CyberStream licensing. Now that requires some additional funding from both a capital investment and a maintenance cost. That's something that should have been said, "Well, if you want these additional features, you will need to purchase these CyberStreams." Otherwise, we should be allowed to continue on the basic operations as it is now through the newer releases without being stuck."

"I rate the price of NETSCOUT nGeniusONE a four out of five."

"The platform is expensive."

"Their pricing is very competitive with other solutions... But what I like about NETSCOUT's licensing is that it's shared across all their platforms. They don't create a new licensing scheme for every one of their products. So for nGeniusONE, you buy a certain license level, and it works on all of their products."

"The price is only for acquisition; it's not a licence."

"Like any company, we always want better pricing. The pricing is okay, but it's not a cheap solution. When you want to deploy it across an enterprise as large as ours, you go into seven figures. It's not a cheap solution to get out there."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Healthcare Company

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

12%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	37

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Which is the best DDoS protection solution for a big ISP for monitoring and mitigating?

I would say if it’s an ISP that will build a scrubbing center, Netscout/Arbor is a good solution. In all other solutions, Imperva is a great choice.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NETSCOUT nGeniusONE?

Regarding its high price, I give NETSCOUT nGeniusONE a seven.

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What needs improvement with NETSCOUT nGeniusONE?

They need room for improvement about the spare parts. There are shortages in Egypt in their stock. We tried to make RMA for specific parts, and it took a long time. Comparing this to a vendor like ...

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Comparisons

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Compared 21% of the time

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Data Broker vs Ixia Network Packet Brokers

Compared 8% of the time

Ixia Bypass Switches vs Ixia Network Packet Brokers

Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

Gigamon Deep Observability Pipeline vs NETSCOUT nGeniusONE

Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Overview

Ixia Network Packet Brokers offer robust data aggregation and filtering, crucial for optimizing network performance. These tools are designed to enhance data visibility and streamline traffic management, ensuring efficient network operations.

Deployed across diverse industries, Ixia Network Packet Brokers play an essential role in managing complex network environments. By improving data access and analysis, they aid in achieving optimal resource utilization and maintaining network security. They stand out for their capability to deliver precise data filtering and efficient traffic distribution, tailored to meet managerial strategies in networking.

What are the key features of Ixia Network Packet Brokers?

Data Aggregation: Combines data streams for simplified analysis.
Traffic Filtering: Removes unnecessary data to focus on critical information.
Load Balancing: Efficiently distributes network traffic across multiple servers.
Application Visibility: Offers insight into application-level network traffic.

What benefits or ROI should be expected from Ixia Network Packet Brokers?

Cost Efficiency: Reduces overhead by optimizing network traffic management.
Enhanced Security: Offers granular visibility, improving threat detection.
Scalability: Easily adapts to changing network demands.

Ixia Network Packet Brokers are implemented across telecom, financial, and healthcare sectors, where they improve data management and security. Their scalability and detailed traffic analysis facilitate seamless integration, aligning with industry-specific standards and compliance requirements.

Keysight Technologies

NETSCOUT nGeniusONE provides comprehensive network performance insights through features like deep packet inspection and real-time traffic analysis. It helps organizations monitor network infrastructures effectively with tools for packet capture and analysis.

NETSCOUT nGeniusONE is designed for in-depth network monitoring and troubleshooting. Offering application-layer visibility and dependency mapping, it delivers insights into network traffic and application performance. With its packet capture and analysis capabilities, organizations can make informed decisions by identifying and solving network issues efficiently. Although powerful, users note its complexity and reliance on physical servers as potential drawbacks and see opportunities for enhancement in user experience, data analysis, and integration capabilities.

What are the key features of NETSCOUT nGeniusONE?

Deep Packet Inspection: Analyzes packet-level data in detail.
Application-Layer Visibility: Provides insights into application performance.
Dependency Mapping: Tracks interactions between network components.
Real-Time Traffic Analysis: Monitors network traffic continuously.
Intuitive Dashboards: Enhances user experience with easy data access.
Packet Decoding: Supports detailed troubleshooting processes.

What benefits should users expect from NETSCOUT nGeniusONE?

Network Anomaly Detection: Quickly identifies issues before they escalate.
Improved Troubleshooting: Enables accurate problem resolution.
Proactive Monitoring: Continuously assesses network health.
Application Performance Management: Ensures optimal application operation.
Enhanced Communication Diagnostics: Facilitates the pinpointing of VoIP and unified communications issues.

Implementation of NETSCOUT nGeniusONE spans across industries such as telecommunications and IT services where it is used for monitoring network performance and managing bandwidth utilization. It supports real-time diagnostics in Voice over IP and unified communications, enabling organizations to maintain high levels of service quality while identifying the sources of network performance issues efficiently.

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Sample Customers

Texas Farm Bureau Insurance

Cerner Corporation

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