ManageEngine Site24x7 vs SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor comparison

ManageEngine and SolarWinds are both solutions in the Server Monitoring category. ManageEngine is ranked #20 with an average rating of 8.0, while SolarWinds is ranked #9 with an average rating of 7.6. ManageEngine holds a 0.7% mindshare in SM, compared to SolarWinds’s 3.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of ManageEngine users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of SolarWinds users who would recommend it.

ManageEngine Site24x7

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89% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between ManageEngine Site24x7 and SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

ManageEngine Site24x7

Ranking in Server Monitoring

20th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

8.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (65th), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (46th), Cloud Monitoring Software (37th)

SolarWinds Server and Appli...

Ranking in Server Monitoring

9th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

4.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Observability (20th), Active Directory Management (8th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Server Monitoring category, the mindshare of ManageEngine Site24x7 is 0.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor is 3.1%, up from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Server Monitoring Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor	3.1%
ManageEngine Site24x7	0.7%
Other	96.2%

Server Monitoring

Featured Reviews

Tanveer Khalid

Technical Consultant at Kidan

Infrastructure monitoring provides comprehensive and proactive alerts

One of the valuable features of this site is that it operates 24/7, monitoring my entire infrastructure, uptime, and related error issues. For example, it can monitor my network switches. The feature includes IP SLA to assess IP-based connections like static IPs. An alert is generated if issues occur, monitored through email notifications. It can also monitor Kubernetes, containers, FTP servers, and MSP features. The self-healing automation capability is also included.

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NikhilKalwint

Technical Specialist at ServiceIO

Monitoring over a thousand systems has improved decision making and operational visibility

From an advantage perspective, SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor is comparatively cheaper from a commercial point of view. It is easy to install and configure, very user-friendly, and quick to get up and running, allowing you to see the early value adds in your organization. It is compatible with most technologies for monitoring with very few chances of incompatibility. Configuration also allows us to monitor all the technical parameters we are looking for, making it a very good experience for us. The alerting feature in SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor is a main advantage, as it alerts based on threshold breaches and can raise tickets to the ticketing system, send SMS, and email notifications, allowing engineers to work on those tickets to resolve issues and avoid further impact. The visibility into server health is a beneficial feature that I am utilizing. We widely use various application performance metrics in SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor such as database monitoring and server monitoring, which are quite good enough for any monitoring solution. We utilize the customizable dashboards in SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor.

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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

"One of the valuable features of this site is that it operates 24/7, monitoring my entire infrastructure, uptime, and related error issues."

"Site24x7 stands out. It is truly amazing."

"The most valuable feature of SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor is its powerful monitoring capabilities."

"The graphical interfaces, GUI customizations, and alert configurations are impressive."

"The solution is end-to-end from the network and the application to the processes. Everything about the enterprise infrastructure is being covered by the solution. It's easy to use and easy to navigate and one of the leaders among monitoring solutions."

"Identifying the problem statement is easy."

"Monitoring of processes and services is the most valuable feature. It is not necessarily just the server alone in terms of the CPU or the memory. We can go in-depth into services and processes."

"It is simple to implement and can provide fairly decent Windows-based monitoring, beyond simple SNMP. It is great for monitoring newbies and smaller shops."

"The initial setup was relatively easy, and we didn't have to install anything. All we had to do was put on the devices we wanted to monitor."

"Management Console - Managing service to each server enrolled in the Solarwinds is much easier. Using a web base console, you can control your service much convenient way. There is no need to login remotely. It save a lot of time and effort."

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Cons

"The product is not difficult to use. That said, it is technical. The engineer must be familiar with it."

"It is technical. The engineer must be familiar with it."

"Some custom applications cannot be monitored, and a lot more applications need to be included."

"Currently SolarWinds SAM offers AppInsight for modern versions of: IIS, Exchange, SQL Server. They have shown to be powerful and insightful tools. However, AppInsight needs to be offered for more applications: Citrix, SharePoint, AX, etc."

"This product has no real downside unless they fail to continue development of its capabilities."

"The major concern in the product revolves around application performance monitoring since end-to-end application monitoring is not possible with the tool."

"One area that could benefit from improvement is its performance"

"They should incorporate more artificial intelligence. There should also be more predictive features."

"Solarwinds should come up the same monitoring system for other certificate expiration alert apart from SSL."

"The templates could use improvement. Currently, they are quite complex. They should have drag-and-drop functionality instead. It would make it easier to use."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"We pay around $ 2,000 to $ 5,000 yearly for the solution."

"I have always said SolarWinds is very “proud” of their products, meaning they are expensive. I cannot afford to purchase all the licenses I need for all the SolarWinds products."

"Understanding the counts of objects to monitor will determine the licensing need. In terms of pricing, it’s not cheap but it’s not expensive as larger vendors whose products don’t have all the features or integrations."

"Nagios XI, WhatsUpGold, Uptime Software, PRTG, Manage Engine, and SpiceWorks are the other tools that have lower pricing and licensing costs. However, they can't compete with SolarWinds when it comes to the features and functionality that SolarWinds can provide."

"SAM is not per server so the pricing model can be deceiving. If you have an enterprise environment, you will quickly exceed your licensing quickly. You should know this before going in."

"I would advise potential buyers to wait until the end of the quarter, end of year, or other time to place orders. There are actually great deals to be had at those times if your budget cycle can match up."

"When planning for the number of licenses to purchase, make sure you understand all of the elements within an application required to really understand performance well. In our case, we quickly came to the conclusion that an unlimited license for SAM was the way to go."

"The product might cost you $30,000 USD to buy, but scaling this solution requires the purchase of additional polling engines at $20,000 USD each."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

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Educational Organization

10%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	17
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	21

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ManageEngine Site24x7?

This tool can handle 40 basic monitors. I can set the pole and frequency from 130 locations, configuring the IPs to provide three advanced monitors.

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What needs improvement with ManageEngine Site24x7?

The product is not difficult to use. That said, it is technical. The engineer must be familiar with it.

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What is your primary use case for ManageEngine Site24x7?

I use this tool for monitoring and managing our network infrastructure. It helps us keep track of our entire setup and proactively address any issues as they arise.

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What do you like most about SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor?

Identifying the problem statement is easy.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor?

The initial cost is quite high, but the renewal cost is reasonable.

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What needs improvement with SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor?

There is definitely room for improvement besides simplifying its setup. As a non-technical person, I believe the dashboards could be improved. Everything we use appears on video walls, and we need ...

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Overview

ManageEngine Site24x7 is a comprehensive monitoring platform that aids businesses in tracking application and website performance, network activity, and server health, ensuring seamless IT operations.

Known for delivering deep insights, ManageEngine Site24x7 provides businesses with the tools necessary to maintain robust digital infrastructure. It supports monitoring of application performance, uptime, server health, and network traffic. Its cloud-based solution is suitable for IT departments seeking continuous visibility and control over their digital assets. Offering detailed analytics, it enhances decision-making by rapidly identifying potential issues before they affect business operations.

What are the key features of ManageEngine Site24x7?

Application Performance Monitoring: Tracks and optimizes application services for improved functionality.
Website Monitoring: Monitors uptime and response time to ensure web presence is uninterrupted.
Network Monitoring: Provides insights into network traffic and performance for comprehensive oversight.
Server Monitoring: Analyzes server status and resource consumption, promoting optimal performance.
Cloud Monitoring: Supports multiple cloud providers, offering a unified view of cloud services.

What benefits and ROI should users expect from ManageEngine Site24x7?

Improved Operational Efficiency: Streamlines monitoring to reduce downtime and enhance productivity.
Cost Savings: Detects issues early to minimize repair costs and resource wastage.
Enhanced Visibility: Provides thorough insights into IT infrastructure for proactive management.
Scalability: Adapts to dynamic IT environments, making it suitable for growing businesses.

ManageEngine Site24x7 is implemented across industries such as finance, healthcare, and retail. It provides solutions tailored to specific needs, ensuring critical IT systems perform reliably. Organizations benefit from its ability to monitor and report on industry-specific applications and regulatory compliance requirements.

ManageEngine

SolarWinds Server & Application Monitor (SAM) delivers powerful application and server monitoring capabilities for IT pros, enabling them to diagnose and troubleshoot performance issues faster. Do not let slow applications and downtime impact your end-users and business services. Pinpoint the root cause of application issues across various layers of the IT stack. SolarWinds SAM is affordable and easy to deploy, use, and customize. You can automatically discover your system's environment and start monitoring in about an hour. No professional services or consultation needed.

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Sample Customers

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Andr. L. Riis AS, NetSuite

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