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We performed a comparison between Rapid7 InsightOps and SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Log Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Rapid7 InsightOps vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server Report (Updated: April 2024).
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Pros
"It has the ability to alert and track logs from different sources.""The ability to browse logs from multiple sources at the same time really speeds up root cause analysis.""Integration of InsightOps with other tools, especially SIEM solutions, has generally improved operational efficiency.""We can save logs as plain text.""The most valuable feature of Rapid7 InsightOps is the search functionality."

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"We are very happy with the stability of the solution.""Simplicity is the most valuable feature.""The most valuable feature of this solution is the alerting based on the security logs.""The best thing about Kiwi Syslog is that it filters logs into different levels.""The most valuable feature of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is its performance and management. Additionally, the solution integrates well."

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Cons
"There are a few things I would like to do with a few more complex queries which I am not able to do right now, because it is a SaaS solution.""The solution takes a little bit of time when we load the website for the first time.""Rapid7 InsightOps could improve by making the search query better. There are times when the search query is broken and it does not find anything.""Improvement is needed in the dashboard of InsightOps, especially for less technical users.""Since I used the beta, improvements are to be expected. The dashboard options could have been clearer, but I believe it is more a problem with the limited documentation available at the time."

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"I would like to see better search functions and better filters in the next release.""I would like to see a more user-friendly and customizable dashboard.""Technical support could definitely be better.""SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve by reducing the price.""I would like to have email notifications for emergency logs."

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  • "The price of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Integration of InsightOps with other tools, especially SIEM solutions, has generally improved operational efficiency.
    Top Answer:Improvement is needed in the dashboard of InsightOps, especially for less technical users. Currently, it lacks clear guidance on icons and features, making it confusing for those with limited… more »
    Top Answer:Our clients use InsightOps for real-time monitoring of their IT environments.
    Top Answer:The price of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve.
    Top Answer:I would like to have the new logs visible in the background without the need to open a new browser. I would like to have email notifications for emergency logs.
    Ranking
    36th
    out of 95 in Log Management
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    812
    Comparisons
    764
    Reviews
    4
    Average Words per Review
    386
    Rating
    9.0
    30th
    out of 95 in Log Management
    Views
    3,575
    Comparisons
    3,189
    Reviews
    4
    Average Words per Review
    232
    Rating
    7.8
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    InsightOps, Logentries
    Kiwi Syslog Server
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    Overview

    Rapid7 InsightOps is the next evolution of the Logentries log management technology, combining cloud-based log centralization with IT asset search to make log management fast and easy.

    As a cloud-based solution, InsightOps eliminates the need for managing and maintaining your log management technology. With a 5-minute setup, out-of-the-box analytics and visual search capabilities that eliminates the need to learn a new query language, InsightOps is the easiest log management solution available.

    To start a free 30-day trial of InsightOps, visit rapid7.com/insightops

    A syslog server is a logging server that allows for the centralized collection of syslog messages, known as events, from a variety of networking devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls, in addition to servers running a variety of operating systems.

    Sample Customers
    Trimble Navigation Limited
    Holy Cross Energy, West Texas A&M University, Medium Enterprise Industrial Manufacturing Company
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Energy/Utilities Company9%
    Real Estate/Law Firm6%
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    Computer Software Company14%
    Government13%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business60%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise20%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise58%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise58%
    Buyer's Guide
    Rapid7 InsightOps vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server
    April 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Rapid7 InsightOps vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server and other solutions. Updated: April 2024.
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    Rapid7 InsightOps is ranked 36th in Log Management with 9 reviews while SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is ranked 30th in Log Management with 5 reviews. Rapid7 InsightOps is rated 8.8, while SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Rapid7 InsightOps writes "Useful search functionality, easy to use, and reliable". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server writes "Shows login failures and server issues but search functions and filters could be improved". Rapid7 InsightOps is most compared with Wazuh, Datadog, New Relic, Splunk Enterprise Security and Dynatrace, whereas SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is most compared with syslog-ng, SolarWinds Log Analyzer, Wazuh, Fortinet FortiAnalyzer and Graylog. See our Rapid7 InsightOps vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server report.

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