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We performed a comparison between IBM Tivoli Network Manager and SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Manish Ved
Network configuration is done well; great pricing
This solution has helped our organization by allowing us to store all the device configurations for the various network devices in NCM and making... Read more →
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  • "With a minimal bundle, we pay about $3000 a year in licensing costs. If you have multiple devices in your network, you must buy the bundle, which is 100% identical for your infrastructure. If you have 15 devices, you need 15 licenses, for example. That's one bundle. You don't pay for anything over and above that."
  • "You have a base license for 50 devices, and then you can add more licenses as you go."
  • "There is a license for the use of this solution and it is priced well, there is a lot of value for the money."
  • "I have a yearly subscription."
  • "In Africa, the cost is a major factor in decision-making for many companies. As a result, some companies may choose cheaper solutions, even if they are open-source, over more expensive ones, such as SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager. However, as an engineer, I believe that the functionalities and services offered by SolarWinds justify the cost. Nonetheless, many companies in Africa may still view the prices as unaffordable."
  • "There is a license needed to use SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager."
  • "The price of the solution is high compared to other solutions."
  • "We have to pay additionally for its support and maintenance."

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    What do you like most about SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager?
    Top Answer:The configuration compliance aspect of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager allows for easy comparison of configuration settings across branches, ensuring adherence to security guidelines and best… more »
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SolarWinds Networ...
    Top Answer:Pricing is reasonable and competitive.
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    What needs improvement with SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager?
    Top Answer:I'd like to see additional features like support for devices that don't use CLI for configuration backups, expanded inventory support for other vendors beyond Cisco, and compatibility with newer SD… more »
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    Ranking
    9th
    out of 13 in Network Diagnostics
    Views
    63
    Comparisons
    13
    Reviews
    0
    Average Words per Review
    0
    Rating
    N/A
    11th
    out of 35 in Configuration Management
    Views
    976
    Comparisons
    764
    Reviews
    11
    Average Words per Review
    686
    Rating
    8.3
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    Also Known As
    Tivoli Network Manager
    SolarWinds NCM
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    Overview
    IBM Tivoli Network Manager products provide automatic network discovery and topology-based management.
    Before you monitor your network, configure it! A reliable and secure network starts with carefully planned, executed, and monitored network configuration and change management. SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM) saves time and improves network reliability and security by managing configurations, changes, and compliance for routers, switches, and other network devices from Cisco, Juniper, HP, Dell, Brocade, Aruba, Rukus, and more.
    Sample Customers
    immixGroup, Yamato Financial Co. Ltd., United Rentals, Komsomolskaya Pravda, i-Virtualize, Alpha Modus, CLOUD M, Apptimate AB, Senet Inc., Redexis Gas, Cablevision, Zumidian, pixx.io GmbH
    United Lincolnshire Hospitals, Air Rarotonga, NetSuite, Thai AirAsia, REA Group, 335th Signal Command, Agilisys, Marine Expeditionary Force
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization80%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Computer Software Company6%
    Media Company4%
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company25%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Sports Company13%
    Healthcare Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Government12%
    Computer Software Company12%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business10%
    Midsize Enterprise80%
    Large Enterprise10%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business48%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise30%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business20%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise64%
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    IBM Tivoli Network Manager is ranked 9th in Network Diagnostics while SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is ranked 11th in Configuration Management with 22 reviews. IBM Tivoli Network Manager is rated 0.0, while SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is rated 8.2. On the other hand, the top reviewer of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager writes "Network configuration is done well; great pricing". IBM Tivoli Network Manager is most compared with , whereas SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is most compared with Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime, Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform, OpenText Network Node Manager i and VMware NSX.

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