What is our primary use case?
We primarily use the solution for applicative monitoring, or network and applicative monitoring for some customers so that they can make sure that all equipment is up, and sometimes we use it to look for some more accurate sensors.
What is most valuable?
Ergonomy is very useful to us. It was really easy to use. It's not really a feature, however, ergonomy and the way I could very simply makeup, let's say, basic monitoring, and then go much deeper when there is a need is helpful.
The alerts are very helpful to have access to.
The possibility to make maps is very valuable.
The initial setup is very simple.
So far, we've found the solution to be quite stable.
What needs improvement?
I don't really have opinions on what types of features should be added. I haven't seen anything really lacking.
The possibility to export the part of the sensor we made would be helpful. For instance, if you're doing monitoring for customers and we want to share this with them or bring them an on-premises tool as well for them, you can't export just one part. You have got to rebuild everything. Just to remake it on another premise, you've got to rebuild it from scratch.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution for three years at this point.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability is quite good. There are no bugs or glitches. It doesn't crash or freeze. the performance is reliable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
There are about 20 users handling this product.
We haven't really attempted to scale it in any way. Therefore, I can't speak to how easy or difficult the solution would be to expand.
How are customer service and technical support?
We've reached out to technical support in the past. We've been quite satisfied with the level of service we receive. We've found them to be very helpful and responsive when we have queries.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We are looking to take on other products. We are expanding, we are trying to share the two with other departments. As it often happens, the other departments say, "Well, why did you choose this and not something else?" And not
this or that?" Currently, we're looking into potential replacements.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is very simple and straightforward. It's not a complex process. A company shouldn't have too much trouble with the implementation process.
I can't say how long the deployment took. I can't recall the exact amount of time.
For maintenance, we update the solution regularly. That's handled internally by our team.
What about the implementation team?
While the setup was handled internally, for the sensors, sometimes we had to reach out to the help desk for assistance. However, we did not use an integrator or consultant for the process.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I'm not an expert on pricing, however, I would describe the pricing as pretty cheap. It's not overly expensive.
I'm paying something like €1000 per year for the maintenance. I've got unlimited sensors.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Three years ago when we took PRTG, we had a trainee make a small inquiry and we concluded that regarding the needs we have today, PRTG was the best solution. We concluded at the time that it would be much easier to use. The technical gap between PRTG and the other solutions would not be relevant to how we planned to use it.
What other advice do I have?
We're just a customer and end-user. We don't have a business relationship with PRTG.
We're currently using the latest version of the solution.
Im not a network specialist, bu5 I would recommend PRTG. We've been extremely satisfied with its capabilities overall. I would rate it at a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.