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At a Glance
Auvik
Auvik
Star Rating
(322)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (54.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
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Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG
Star Rating
(128)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (60.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,750 About 50 devices /perpetual license
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AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Paessler PRTG excels in "Performance Monitoring" with a score of 9.3, highlighting its ability to provide detailed insights into system performance, while Auvik, with a score of 8.9, is noted for its strong "Alerting" capabilities, which users appreciate for timely notifications.
  • Reviewers mention that Paessler PRTG's "Data Visualization" feature, rated at 9.2, offers comprehensive dashboards that help in understanding network performance at a glance, whereas Auvik's "Dashboards and Visualizations" score of 9.3 is praised for its user-friendly interface and ease of navigation.
  • G2 users indicate that Paessler PRTG's "Multi-Network Capability" (9.0) is a standout feature, allowing for effective monitoring across various networks, while Auvik's similar feature scores slightly higher at 9.3, with users noting its seamless integration across multiple environments.
  • Users on G2 highlight that Paessler PRTG's "Alerting" functionality, rated at 9.5, is robust and customizable, making it easier to set specific thresholds, while Auvik's alerting system, with a score of 9.0, is appreciated for its straightforward setup and reliability.
  • Reviewers say that Paessler PRTG's "Logging" feature, scoring 9.3, provides extensive historical data that aids in troubleshooting, while Auvik's "Network Traffic Analyzer" (8.4) is noted for its real-time analysis capabilities, although some users wish for more depth in historical logging.
  • Users report that Paessler PRTG's "Quality of Support" (8.3) could be improved, as some have experienced delays in response times, while Auvik shines in this area with a score of 8.9, with many users praising their responsive and knowledgeable support team.
Featured Products
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Auvik
14-day Free Trial
Free Trial
Learn more about Auvik
Paessler PRTG
PRTG 500
$1,750
About 50 devices /perpetual license
Browse all 6 pricing plans
Free Trial
Auvik
Free Trial is available
Paessler PRTG
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
243
9.2
113
Ease of Use
8.6
251
8.8
113
Ease of Setup
8.7
203
8.5
95
Ease of Admin
8.7
203
8.6
90
Quality of Support
8.9
216
8.5
101
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
183
8.7
83
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
235
9.0
107
Features by Category
Not enough data
9.3
26
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
23
Not enough data
9.6
24
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
8.5
23
Agentic AI - Database Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.8
204
8.9
61
Functionality
8.8
197
9.3
60
8.9
200
9.1
60
Feature Not Available
7.6
58
9.2
194
9.1
57
Monitoring - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
8.0
29
Not enough data
8.7
29
Management
8.3
192
8.9
56
8.7
195
8.7
57
8.2
116
7.8
55
Analytics - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.1
28
Not enough data
6.9
28
Security - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.9
28
Not enough data
7.2
27
Not enough data
6.5
28
Network Performance - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
7.0
28
Not enough data
6.4
28
AI Automation - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
4.8
27
Not enough data
4.5
27
Not enough data
4.9
27
Agentic AI - Network Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Cloud Infrastructure MonitoringHide 20 FeaturesShow 20 Features
Not enough data
8.9
24
Monitoring
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
7.8
21
Not enough data
7.5
20
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
23
Not enough data
7.1
20
Not enough data
6.5
21
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
8.5
23
Not enough data
6.7
20
Agentic AI - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Automation - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.0
48
Visibility
Not enough data
8.8
46
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
8.8
45
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
7.9
42
Not enough data
8.2
42
Not enough data
9.1
45
Agentic AI - Hardware Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.8
49
Visibility
Not enough data
9.0
47
Not enough data
9.2
47
Not enough data
8.8
46
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
8.8
45
Not enough data
7.7
42
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
9.4
47
Not enough data
9.0
40
Not enough data
8.4
39
Cloud environment support
Not enough data
8.1
33
Not enough data
8.0
35
Agentic AI - Server Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.9
31
Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
30
Not enough data
8.4
30
Not enough data
8.2
31
Not enough data
5.4
27
Management
Not enough data
8.2
31
Not enough data
8.8
31
Not enough data
8.5
29
Not enough data
8.9
31
Agentic AI - Enterprise Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Application Performance Monitoring (APM)Hide 19 FeaturesShow 19 Features
Not enough data
8.7
20
Monitoring
Not enough data
9.1
16
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
6.3
16
Not enough data
9.1
17
Response
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
8.8
17
Not enough data
8.2
16
Agentic AI - Application Performance Monitoring (APM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance
Not enough data
8.5
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Functionality
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.1
19
Network Management ToolsHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
8.4
52
Not enough data
Management
7.4
47
Not enough data
8.1
48
Not enough data
7.9
45
Not enough data
8.4
47
Not enough data
7.5
45
Not enough data
Monitoring
8.6
48
Not enough data
8.9
48
Not enough data
8.5
49
Not enough data
Support
8.7
48
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5
42
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Network Management Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Observability SoftwareHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Telemetry Collection & Ingestion - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visualization & Dashboards - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Correlation & Root Cause Analysis - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Scalability & Ecosystem Integration - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Features - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Auvik
Auvik
Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG
Auvik and Paessler PRTG are categorized as Network Monitoring
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Auvik
Auvik
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
54.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
39.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.3%
Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
16.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
60.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
24.0%
Reviewers' Industry
Auvik
Auvik
Information Technology and Services
41.5%
Computer & Network Security
14.5%
Computer Networking
6.3%
Computer Software
3.5%
Manufacturing
2.2%
Other
32.1%
Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG
Information Technology and Services
17.6%
Telecommunications
8.0%
Computer & Network Security
5.6%
Higher Education
4.0%
Computer Software
4.0%
Other
60.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Auvik
Auvik
Most Helpful Favorable Review
My Own Worst NPC L.
ML
My Own Worst NPC L.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

It's super easy to use. The web interface is easy to navigate, and the installation is easy to perform. You don't need a specific appliance, you can install a program and make any laptop or PC on the network into a reporting device in less than 5 minutes....

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Manufacturing

The convience of the trial is really nice, but looking at the pricing, with my implementation, its just not worth it. If you spend good money on Ubiquiti and comprable equipment, it virtually replaces this product. If you had the time you can set up all the...

Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG
Most Helpful Favorable Review
AK
Archie K.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

PRTG Network Monitor is a tool which includes all you will need for community monitoring and understanding the status of servers, and it not only displays information in real-time but in addition provides thoroughly detailed reports that permit you to...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Government Administration
GG
Verified User in Management Consulting

Kind of difficult to figure out how to silence alarms and getting into the details of specific objects

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Discussions
Auvik
Auvik Discussions
can we simplify dashboard like solarwinds to understand the alerts at a glance for multiple customers please?
1 comment
Travis C.
TC
Yes, and easier alert management would be nice!Read more
When we will be able to produce better looking reports, specialy with netflow
1 comment
Terrah W.
TW
Hi, Alessandro. Terrah here, from Auvik. Thanks for your feedback. We're looking into providing access to Auvik TrafficInsights data via APIs for better...Read more
How do you use Auvik?
1 comment
Arnissa B.
AB
Auvik is a network management program. It allows you to see all your network hardware, workstations, access points, and printers, among other items on your...Read more
Paessler PRTG
Paessler PRTG Discussions
Paessler FAQ
1 comment
GR
The link provided is a URL to the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section of the Paessler website, which is a company known for its network monitoring...Read more
What are the benefits and drawbacks of using PRTG Network Monitor for your IT infrastructure, and what improvements would you suggest?
1 comment
Mohammad hanif A.
MA
Flexible Licensing: The licensing model is based on the number of sensors, allowing organizations to choose a plan that fits their specific needs and budget.Read more
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Paessler PRTG has no more discussions with answers