Paessler PRTG

Paessler PRTG

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Atera, the first and only Agentic AI platform for IT management, offers IT teams and MSPs a digital workforce of AI agents to preemptively and autonomously manage their entire IT operations. Its all-in-one platform combines RMM, helpdesk, ticketing, and automation to reduce downtime, improve SLAs, and free IT teams to focus on strategic work over mundane tasks. At the core of Atera’s platform are two powerful AI agents built to enhance every layer of IT operations. AI Copilot helps technicians troubleshoot devices, run diagnostics, and generate actionable solutions in real time. IT Autopilot delivers 24/7/365, autonomously resolving Tier-1 issues and reducing IT workload by up to 40%. It acts like a personal AI technician for every employee, freeing your team to focus on what really matters. Trusted by 13K+ customers in over 120 countries, Atera scales with your needs while maintaining the highest security and compliance standards.

About

Paessler PRTG is an all-inclusive monitoring software solution developed by Paessler. Equipped with an easy-to-use, intuitive interface with a cutting-edge monitoring engine, PRTG optimizes connections and workloads as well as reduces operational costs by avoiding outages while saving time and controlling service level agreements (SLAs). The solution is packed with specialized monitoring features that include flexible alerting, cluster failover solution, distributed monitoring, in-depth reporting, maps and dashboards, and more. PRTG monitors your entire IT infrastructure. All important technologies are supported: • SNMP: ready-to-use and custom options • WMI and Windows Performance Counters • SSH: for Linux/Unix and macOS systems • Traffic analysis using flow protocols or packet sniffing • HTTP requests • REST APIs returning XML or JSON • Ping, SQL, and many more

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Ideal for internal IT departments or managed service providers (MSPs)

Audience

Caters to tech staff, system administrators, and companies of any size, from small office/home office (SOHO) to enterprises that need their IT network to be reliable and easy to monitor on a real-time basis.

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

30-DAY FREE TRIAL
Fixed cost — per technician-based pricing with unlimited endpoints.
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$2149 for PRTG 500
PRTG 100
Free of charge
• 100 free sensors

PRTG 500- Start Small & Upgrade Later
From $2,149
500 Sensors

PRTG 1000- Small & Medium Sized Environments
From $3,899
1000 Sensors

PRTG 2500- Medium Sized Environments
From $8,099
2,500 Sensors

Best Value:
PRTG 5000- Large Environments
From $14,999
5,000 Sensors

PRTG 10000- Very Large Environments
From $17,899
10.000 Sensors

PRTG Enterprise
Custom Pricing
• Unlimited sensors
• Unlimited server installations

All pricing is based on a subscription basis.
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.6 / 5
support 4.7 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 4.6 / 5

Pros from Real Users

Pros

  • Atera is very useful for remote monitoring and IT management. It combines many tools in one platform like ticketing, remote access and monitoring. Dashboard is clean and easy to navigate. Setup process is not very difficult and works well for small teams. Remote support feature is fast and reliable. It helps save time in daily IT tasks
  • Atera is best IT management tool I have used so far. It has all in one RMM, PSA and ticketing in single platform. As a MSP we handle huge number of hosts, this makes great tool to work with and even our client have positive feedback. Customization and automation is very easy and works efficiently. Even customer support is helpful to any problems.
  • Atera is an IT management platform with RMM, ticketing, patching, and AI tools for streamlined workflows.
  • Atera offers help desk and ticketing feature where issues can be resolved quickly. Atera provides patch management feature that is very important. It is fast to access and control remote devices with Atera.
  • Atera offers several benefits, especially for IT professionals and managed service providers: 1. **All-in-One Platform**: It combines remote monitoring, management, and ticketing in a single tool, making operations smoother and more efficient. 2. **User-Friendly**: The platform is designed to be easy to navigate, which helps reduce the time needed to get up to speed. 3. **Scalable**: Whether you’re a small IT firm or a larger MSP, Atera grows with your business, adapting to your needs. 4. **Automated Billing**: Its built-in billing system automates invoicing and recurring charges, simplifying financial management. 5. **Customizable**: You can tweak various features to fit your specific requirements and workflows. 6. **Cost-Effective**: Atera’s subscription model with no per-device fees can be more budget-friendly, especially for businesses managing many devices.
  • It was pretty much easy to use and set up. You can set up a ton of automations on here so that when tickets are filed into your helpdesk, it will be organized and distributed in the right category without any issues. You won't have to really lift a finger until after you set everything up. It was a bit confusing at first but once you get a hang of it, you can make everything automatic
  • So, I have been using Atera for pushing updates/patches to VM's & for RMM features on Hyderabad location. Atera is actually the platform which has been implemented prior me joining the organization. its features which are PAM like are also helpful for remote access of employee machines and servers as well as providing remote support to users. The asset management is also a well-used tool by us.
  • Atera has performed extremely well for our SNMP and SQL monitoring. The onboarding process was extremely easy and the integrations with Acronis backup were smooth. I liked its user interface, it is modern and intuitive. The remote OS patch management works great.
  • We needed a tool that could provide PAM like remote access, push scripts, update the OS and drivers, monitoring and reporting, manage inventory, and support helpdesk capabilities. Atera does all of this efficiently. we explored other remote monitoring and management tools, but they were either too complicated or didn't align with our organizational needs.
  • Atera is user-friendly, and the team consistently introduces new features. The per-tech pricing model ensures affordability for startups and scalability as you grow. Additionally, their support is excellent. Atera continues to expand its partnerships and integrations.”

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • The interface is very intuitive and easy to configure. PRTG supports a wide variety of sensors out of the box and can monitor almost any device or service through SNMP, WMI, API, or custom scripts. The automatic network discovery saves a lot of setup time, and the alerting system is flexible and reliable.
  • Easy Installation & Setup: Quick to install, straightforward to add devices; PRTG auto-discovers sensors with minimal input required. User-Friendly Interface: Clean interface with intuitive navigation—great for beginners and power users alike. Automatic Device & Sensor Discovery: PRTG finds and sets up relevant sensors for new devices automatically, minimizing manual configuration. Customizable Dashboards & Alerts: Effective visualization tools and flexible alerting keep you informed about network health. Free Version Available: The free version (up to 100 sensors) is more than sufficient for most home and small lab setups. Versatile Monitoring: Supports a wide range of devices and protocols (SNMP, WMI, flow, etc.), covering most network needs. Active Community & Documentation: Lots of online help and documentation for troubleshooting and tips.
  • PRTG is an amazingly simple tool that helps monitor all the equipment we have in our organization. With this system, in any malfunction or crisis, we can quickly diagnose the source of the problem and solve it in an instant. We have configured all the servers and equipment in the system and it knows how to give us a quick look as soon as something happens. And that way, we can diagnose the problem quickly.
  • We've had a very positive and satisfying experience with PRTG over the years. We've been using the product for several years now, and it's proven to be the perfect solution for monitoring our network infrastructure and applications. PRTG is intuitive and well-designed, making it easy to create detailed dashboards and maps that give us a clear visual representation of the status of critical machines and services. The notification system is also very well thought out, allowing us to react quickly to any anomalies. One of PRTG’s key strengths is that it's constantly evolving, which means we regularly gain access to new sensors that we can deploy to achieve more precise and comprehensive monitoring of our systems. The user community plays an essential role as well, often helping us solve very specific sensor-related issues. On top of that, the technical support team is responsive and effective, often providing spot-on answers that help resolve complex problems. At this point, we honestly can’t imagine working without PRTG — it’s become a central part of our IT operations.
  • The number of sensor types is outstanding. Not just SNMP but a multitude of standard sensor imputs are possible as well as custom scripts in various formats. The remote probe is great for multitenant or remote sites.

Cons

  • The web interface can become slow when handling very large environments with thousands of sensors. Some advanced reporting features require manual setup, and the mobile app, while functional, could be improved for better usability.
  • Sensor Counting Can Be Confusing: Some users find the way PRTG counts “sensors” (one sensor per metric) a bit confusing, which can eat up your free limit quickly. Resource Use: The software can be resource-intensive on larger setups; may require better hardware to run smoothly if scaling up. Overwhelming Amount of Data: For home users, the sheer volume of information and settings might be daunting at first. Interface Feels Dated to Some: While functional, a few users feel the web UI could use a more modern look. Limited by Free Tier: Advanced features and larger environments may require a paid license.
  • The price is very expensive and not suitable for every organization, which is a shame. If the price were more affordable, maybe more organizations would purchase it.
  • What I like less about the software is the way lookups are managed. It could be more user-friendly — right now, you have to manually edit text files directly on the probe, which isn't very convenient. There should be a dedicated interface for this, similar to how thresholds are managed. Also, the maps feature feels a bit limited, and there's a lack of confirmation prompts when deleting items. One wrong move and you can lose everything you've built. There should be more validation steps when modifying maps, especially for deletions. Just hovering over an item and accidentally clicking the trash icon can wipe out your work in an instant…
  • Hardware Scaling of large PRTG installations is something to plan ahead for

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Atera
Founded: 2011
Israel
www.atera.com

Company Information

Paessler GmbH
Founded: 1997
Germany
www.paessler.com

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Categories

Categories

Network Monitoring Features

Bandwidth Monitoring
Baseline Manager
Diagnostic Tools
Internet Usage Monitoring
IP Address Monitoring
Real Time Analytics
Resource Management
Server Monitoring
SLA Monitoring
Uptime Monitoring
Web Traffic Reporting

System Monitoring Features

Alerts / Notifications
Antivirus Management
Data Backup / Recovery
Device Monitoring
Inventory Management
Patch Management
Policy-based Automation
Remote Monitoring
Reporting / Analytics
Risk Analysis
Server Monitoring
Service Configuration Management

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) Features

Baseline Manager
Diagnostic Tools
Full Transaction Diagnostics
Performance Control
Resource Management
Root-Cause Diagnosis
Server Performance
Trace Individual Transactions

Help Desk Features

Alerts / Escalation
Automated Routing
Community Forums
Customizable Branding
Document Storage
Email Integration
Incident Management
Interaction Tracking
IT Asset Management
Knowledge Base
Known Issue Management
Live Chat
Multi-Channel Communication
Multiple Brands / Products
Network Monitoring
Real-time Chat
Self Service Portal
Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management
Ticket Management

IT Asset Management Features

Asset Tracking
Audit Management
Compliance Management
Configuration Management
Contract/License Management
Cost Tracking
Depreciation Management
Inventory Management
IT Service Management
Maintenance Management
Procurement Management
Requisition Management
Supplier Management

IT Management Features

Capacity Monitoring
Compliance Management
Event Logs
Hardware Inventory
IT Budgeting
License Management
Patch Management
Remote Access
Scheduling
Software Inventory
User Activity Monitoring

IT Service Features

Contract Management
Incident Management
IT Asset Management
Knowledge Management
Release Management
Self Service Portal
Service Catalog
Service Reporting
Ticket Management

ITSM Features

Asset Tracking
Availability Management
Change Management
Configuration Management
Contract/License Management
Dashboard
Incident Management
Problem Management
Project Management
Release & Deployment Management
Self Service Portal

MSP Features

Backup Management
Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Dashboard
Help Desk
Issue Management
Live Chat
Patch Management
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Project Management
Remote Access
Remote Systems Monitoring
Scheduling

Network Mapping Features

Color Codes / Icons
Compliance Management
Device Auto Discovery
Hierarchical Mapping
Location-Based Mapping
Map Exporting
On-Demand Mapping
Reporting/Analytics
Self-Updating Maps
Web Traffic Reporting

Network Troubleshooting Features

Alerts / Escalation
Bandwidth Troubleshooting
Change Management
Configuration Management
Connectivity Management
Data Visualization
Historical Audit
Mobile Network Troubleshooting
Network Analysis
Network Monitoring

Patch Management Features

Alerts/Notifications
Automatic Approval
Automatic Patch Deployment
Automatic Scans
Compliance Management
Custom Patches
Dashboard
Network Wide Management
Patch Prioritization
Patch Testing
Remote Access/Control
Vulnerability Scanning

Professional Services Automation Features

Billing & Invoicing
Client Portal
Collaboration Tools
CRM
Document Management
Portfolio Management
Project Management
Proposal Generation
Quote Management
Resource Management
Time & Expense Tracking

RMM Features

Deployment Management
For MSPs
IT Asset Management
Mobile Access
Network Monitoring
Patch Management
Real-time Alerts
Remediation Management

Remote Desktop Features

Chat
Cross-Platform Access
File Transfer
Group View
Mobile Device Access
Multi Monitor Support
Record Remote Sessions
Remote Print
Remote Wake
User Management

Remote Support Features

Diagnostic Tools
File Transfer
Live Chat
Real-time Chat
Remote Control
Screen Sharing
Session Recording
Session Transfer
Surveys & Feedback

SaaS Management Features

License Management
Onboarding
Renewal Management
SaaS Operations Management
Shadow IT Detection
Spend Management
Subscription Management
Usage Tracking / Analytics
Vendor Management

Server Management Features

CPU Monitoring
Credential Management
Database Servers
Email Monitoring
Event Logs
History Tracking
Patch Management
Scheduling
User Activity Monitoring
Virtual Machine Monitoring

Service Desk Features

Change Management
CMDB
Incident Management
IT Asset Management
Knowledge Base
Mobile Access
Procurement Management
Remote Control
Self Service Portal
SLA Management

Network Monitoring Features

Bandwidth Monitoring
Baseline Manager
Diagnostic Tools
Internet Usage Monitoring
IP Address Monitoring
Real Time Analytics
Resource Management
Server Monitoring
SLA Monitoring
Uptime Monitoring
Web Traffic Reporting

System Monitoring Features

Alerts / Notifications
Antivirus Management
Data Backup / Recovery
Device Monitoring
Inventory Management
Patch Management
Policy-based Automation
Remote Monitoring
Reporting / Analytics
Risk Analysis
Server Monitoring
Service Configuration Management

Database Monitoring Features

Anomaly Detection
Autodiscovery
Capacity Planning
Dashboard
Dependency Tracking
Historical Trend Analysis
Multitenancy
Notifications / Alerts
Performance Monitoring
Permissions / Access Controls
Predictive Analytics
Prioritization
Query Analysis
Resource Optimization
Troubleshooting

IT Infrastructure Monitoring Features

Alerts / Notifications
Application Monitoring
Bandwidth Monitoring
Capacity Planning
Configuration Change Management
Data Movement Monitoring
Health Monitoring
Multi-Platform Support
Performance Monitoring
Point-in-Time Visibility
Reporting / Analytics
Virtual Machine Monitoring

VoIP Monitoring Features

Alerts / Notifications
Call Detail Record (CDR) Analysis
Call Quality Monitoring
IP SLA Monitoring
Jitter Testing
Latency Monitoring
MOS Monitoring
Packet Loss Monitoring
QoS Monitoring
Reporting / Analytics
Troubleshooting

Website Monitoring Features

Availability Testing
Event Logs
Event-Based Notifications
FTP Monitoring
Mail Server Monitoring
Maintenance Scheduling
Performance Metrics
Real Time Monitoring
Transaction Monitoring
Uptime Reporting

Integrations

Acronis Cyber Protect
AutoMonX
Axcient x360Cloud
Bitdefender GravityZone
BrightGauge
Check Point Infinity
Domotz
Dropbox
GitLab
Google Analytics
IRONSCALES
MIDAS
OpenText Core Endpoint Protection
Parny
Qbilon
QuickBooks Online
SMSEagle
Splashtop Remote Support
Strategy Overview
TeamViewer

Integrations

Acronis Cyber Protect
AutoMonX
Axcient x360Cloud
Bitdefender GravityZone
BrightGauge
Check Point Infinity
Domotz
Dropbox
GitLab
Google Analytics
IRONSCALES
MIDAS
OpenText Core Endpoint Protection
Parny
Qbilon
QuickBooks Online
SMSEagle
Splashtop Remote Support
Strategy Overview
TeamViewer
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