ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager vs. PathSolutions TotalView Comparison


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About Network Configuration Manager is a multi-vendor network change, configuration and compliance management (NCCM) solution for switches, routers, firewalls and other network devices. NCM helps automate and take total control of the entire life cycle of device configuration management. Schedule device configuration backups, track user activity and spot changes by comparing configuration versions all from a centralized web GUI. Monitor configuration changes, get instant notifications and prevent unauthorized changes to make your networking environment secure, stable and compliant. Define standard practices and policies, check device configurations for violations and readily apply remedial measures to ensure device compliance. Save time by automating repetitive, time-consuming configuration management tasks and also by centrally applying configuration changes to devices in bulk.		About PathSolutions TotalView network monitoring and troubleshooting software bridges the gap between NETWORK MONITORING and TROUBLESHOOTING RESOLUTION telling you WHEN, WHERE and WHY network errors occur. PathSolutions TotalView continuously monitors and tracks the performance of every device and every link in your entire network, going deeper than other solutions by collecting error counters, performance data, configuration information and connectedness. A built-in heuristics engine analyzes all of this information to produce plain-English answers to problems. This means that complex problems can be solved by junior level engineers leaving the senior level engineers to work on more strategic level projects. The core product includes everything needed to run a perfectly healthy network: Configuration management, server monitoring, cloud service monitoring, IPAM, NetFlow, path mapping, and diagramming. Get Total Network Visibility on your network and solve more problems faster.
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 IT teams looking for a complete Backup solution		Audience Medium sized companies
Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online		Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online
API Offers API		API Offers API
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Pricing $238 Starts from $238 Free Version Free Trial		Pricing $5,747 perpetual Pricing is based on the size of the network and is priced based on the number of network interfaces in the environment. This would include all physical interfaces on network infrastructure devices: switches, routers, gateways, and firewalls. This count is put into discount buckets so the price is approachable by small, medium, and large enterprises. Free Version Free Trial
Reviews/Ratings Overall 4.7 / 5 ease 4.8 / 5 features 4.6 / 5 design 4.4 / 5 support 4.6 / 5 Read all reviews		Reviews/Ratings Overall 4.9 / 5 ease 5.0 / 5 features 4.6 / 5 design 4.6 / 5 support 4.9 / 5 Read all reviews
Pros & Cons from Real Users Pros As a Network Security Engineer, I use ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager to maintain secure and consistent configurations across our firewalls, routers, and switches. It has helped us reduce the risk of unauthorized configuration changes and improved the visibility of our network environment. One of the features I value most is configuration change auditing. It allows us to quickly identify when a device configuration has been modified and compare different versions to verify that only approved changes were made. This has made security investigations and troubleshooting much more efficient. As an IT Infrastructure Engineer, ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager has become an important part of our network operations. It helps us automate configuration backups for routers, switches, and firewalls, which has reduced manual work and improved our disaster recovery process. One feature I use regularly is configuration change tracking. It quickly identifies who made a change and what was modified, making troubleshooting much faster when unexpected network issues occur. The scheduled backups and version history also give us confidence that we can restore device configurations whenever needed. The compliance reports are useful for ensuring our network devices follow internal security standards. I also like the ability to manage multiple vendors from a single console instead of logging into each device individually. Automated Backups & Recovery: Scheduled, versioned backups enable rapid restoration of device configurations, minimizing downtime and ensuring service continuity. Change Auditing & Accountability: Real-time tracking records who made changes, what was changed, and when, supporting auditing and accountability requirements. Automation with Configlets: Configuration templates allow bulk updates across multiple devices, reducing manual effort and improving consistency. Compliance Management: NCM identifies non-compliant configurations and supports custom policies to help meet governance and regulatory requirements. Firmware Vulnerability Management: Built-in vulnerability scanning detects outdated firmware and security risks, enabling proactive remediation. ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager has been a very effective solution for managing and monitoring network device configurations across our environment. The automated configuration backup feature helps ensure that critical device settings are securely stored and easily recoverable. Change tracking and compliance management provide excellent visibility into configuration modifications, helping reduce risks and improve governance. As a Senior Network Engineer, I spend a lot of time managing network changes, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring our infrastructure remains stable. One of the biggest advantages I've found with ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager is that it gives us complete visibility into configuration changes without having to manually log into every device. The feature I rely on most is the automated configuration backup. Knowing that every scheduled backup is available gives us confidence before making any planned network changes. On more than one occasion, we were able to restore a previous configuration within minutes after a routing policy update caused an unexpected issue. That alone has saved our team valuable troubleshooting time. Cons The initial setup takes some time, and the reporting interface could be more intuitive, especially when creating custom compliance reports. Better visualization of security trends would also make the platform even more useful. The interface can feel a bit overwhelming for first-time users, and creating advanced automation policies requires some learning. More modern dashboards and easier report customization would improve the overall experience. Complex Setup: Some legacy devices may require manual configuration and support assistance. Performance Issues: Large-scale operations and reports can slow the web console and require strong server resources. Learning Curve: Advanced compliance rules, approval workflows can be challenging for new IT staff. The initial setup and configuration process can be somewhat complex, especially in larger environments with many devices. Some advanced features require additional time to learn and configure properly. Reporting customization could be more flexible, and occasional performance slowdowns may occur when managing very large numbers of network devices. Documentation for certain advanced use cases could also be improved. If there's one area I'd like to see improved, it would be the user interface. It isn't difficult to use, but it could benefit from a more modern design and more customizable dashboards. The initial device onboarding also requires some planning in larger environments.		Pros from Real Users Pros Love the simplicity and customization of the product, its very easy to get devices monitored and to modify nearly anything. Being able to mass modify interfaces really saves time and the notifications are now business critical at my facility. The support is second to none if you run into issues, the BGP monitoring and integrated IPAM/Syslog really set TotalView a cut above their competitors. Installation is quick and easy. Configuration is very straight forward and easy. Gives you a "TotalView" of your network and equipment. Can be up and running in a matter of minutes. PathSolutions has been a wonderful product for us and the support is great. It's very easy to get in contact with someone at path solutions when you require assistance. Right off the top, the ease of configuration and understanding the information available was the most import aspect for me with TotalView. The software aggregates information on multiple devices in a way that makes narrowing down a network issue much more effective. In addition, syslog and Netflow views are available right from the device pages speeding up information that is critical to a strong network foundation. Quick and good information. Works well when you need to get some good information on devices. Decent product. This is one of the easiest-to-install network monitoring and management systems ever. Anyone can get this up and running in under 15 minutes and, depending on your network, can be fully productive in under a day. We currently have 5 techs monitoring and managing 160 network switches in 50 buildings across 2 campuses and this is their #1 tool for monitoring, troubleshooting, and fixing issues. The user interface is clean, simple and fast which makes it extremely easy to find and resolve issues. One of the best features is the network prescription that will not only identify issues but provide you with an easy-to-understand explanation of the issue and how to resolve it. I have been using PathSolutions for 15+ years. It has been a great product. I would recommend it to any IT Admin. Price...Installation, initial configuration and training with Cris and Amy lasted until all my questions were answered. We run a call center with 80% remote users. Troubleshooting VOIP with WireShark or SNGREP is cool and all, but tech has other issues to solve. TotalView is running on my monitor, alerts are configured and I get better sleep. Ease of use, completeness of features, ability to determine issues quickly, monitoring interfaces and links, MOS Tools, Interface histories, IP management, GREMLIN history!!! Feature rich. Great support. Great documentation. Simple implementation. Extremely customizable network monitoring.
Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person		Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person
Company Information ManageEngine Founded: 1996 India www.manageengine.com/network-configuration-manager/		Company Information PathSolutions Founded: 2007 United States www.pathsolutions.com
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Categories Backup Compliance Network Automation Network Configuration Network Security Policy Management (NSPM) PCI Compliance		Categories Network Automation Network Configuration Network Detection and Response (NDR) Network Management Network Mapping Network Monitoring Network Security Network Security Policy Management (NSPM) Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) Network Troubleshooting Server Management Server Monitoring Threat Intelligence VoIP Monitoring
Network Automation Features Compliance Monitoring Configuration Backup Configuration Changes Network Orchestration Performance Monitoring Tool Access Control Vulnerability Assessments Show More Features Backup Features Backup Log Backup Scheduling Cloud Backup Compression Continuous Backup Encryption Incremental Backup Local Server Options Remote Server Options Secure Data Storage Web Access / Restoration Compliance Features Archiving & Retention Artificial Intelligence (AI) Audit Management Compliance Tracking Controls Testing Environmental Compliance FDA Compliance HIPAA Compliance Incident Management ISO Compliance OSHA Compliance Risk Management Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Surveys & Feedback Version Control Workflow / Process Automation PCI Compliance Features Access Control Compliance Reporting Exceptions Management File Integrity Monitoring Intrusion Detection System Log Management Patch Management PCI Assessment Policy Management		Network Automation Features Compliance Monitoring Configuration Backup Configuration Changes Network Orchestration Performance Monitoring Tool Access Control Vulnerability Assessments Show More Features 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 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 Network Security Features Access Control Analytics / Reporting Compliance Reporting Firewalls Internet Usage Monitoring Intrusion Detection System Threat Response VPN Vulnerability Scanning Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) Features Anomalous Behavior Detection High Bandwidth Usage Monitoring Historical Behavior Data Identify High Network Traffic Sources Network Transaction Visibility Stream Data to IDR or Data Lake Traffic Decryption Network Troubleshooting Features Alerts / Escalation Bandwidth Troubleshooting Change Management Configuration Management Connectivity Management Data Visualization Historical Audit Mobile Network Troubleshooting Network Analysis Network Monitoring Server Management Features CPU Monitoring Credential Management Database Servers Email Monitoring Event Logs History Tracking Patch Management Scheduling User Activity Monitoring 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
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