ManageEngine ADAudit Plus Reviews

Name: ManageEngine ADAudit Plus
Brand: ManageEngine
Rating: 4.4 (11 reviews)

Vendor: ManageEngine

4.4 out of 5

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What is ManageEngine ADAudit Plus?

In real-time, ensure critical resources in the network like the Domain Controllers are audited, monitored and reported with the entire information on AD objects - Users, Groups, GPO, Computer, OU, DNS, AD Schema and Configuration changes with 200+ detailed event specific GUI reports and email alerts.

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ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is the #4 ranked solution in top Active Directory Management solutions. PeerSpot users give ManageEngine ADAudit Plus an average rating of 8.8 out of 10. Based on the analysis of the 11 most recent ManageEngine ADAudit Plus reviews, the overall sentiment is positive, with a sentiment score of 7.3. ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is most commonly compared to CrowdStrike Falcon: ManageEngine ADAudit Plus vs CrowdStrike Falcon. ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 59% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a computer software company, accounting for 16% of all views.

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ManageEngine ADAudit Plus

December 2024

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Park Armstrong

Chief Technical and Solution Architect at Vertigo Inc.

It seems to be scalable. We have three users who are using it. We don't have plans to increase its usage. It was sized right out of the gate, and at this point in the game, it is not growing. It is also not decreasing. It covers the whole enterprise.

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Karthik G

Enterprise Pre-sales Specialist at Bluechip Infotech Pty Ltd

Onboarding is pretty simple. It's all about configuring the Active Directory audit policies. All enterprises have their own Active Directory admins, so the admins simply need to create an audit policy in their Active Directory. It takes about 30 or 45 minutes to set up the software. You will get a report and the user behavior analytics working. One person is enough to deploy the solution. It will usually be the admin who's handling the professional services. We do all the maintenance for our customers. We have a process called Health Check, where we contact the end-users every six months. It involves a set of questions for every product to determine if the solution is fully utilized.

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Elgin Smith

CTO with 51-200 employees

I used ManageEngine ADAudit Plus to provide metrics on Active Directory account modification, server metrics, etc ManageEngine ADAudit Plus helped our organization with internal audits and compliance reporting. The most valuable feature of ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is its reports. The…

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ManageEngine ADAudit Plus mindshare

As of December 2024, the mindshare of ManageEngine ADAudit Plus in the Active Directory Management category stands at 10.4%, down from 10.6% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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PeerAnalyst reports

Type	Title	Date
Category	Active Directory Management	Dec 22, 2024	Download
Product	Reviews, tips, and advice from real users	Dec 22, 2024	Download
Comparison	ManageEngine ADAudit Plus vs ManageEngine ADManager Plus	Dec 22, 2024	Download
Comparison	ManageEngine ADAudit Plus vs CrowdStrike Falcon	Dec 22, 2024	Download
Comparison	ManageEngine ADAudit Plus vs Netwrix Auditor	Dec 22, 2024	Download

Title	Rating	Mindshare	Recommending
CrowdStrike Falcon	4.3	N/A	97%	122 interviews Add to research
SolarWinds Server and Application Monitor	4.0	1.1%	88%	40 interviews Add to research

Valuable Features

Key features of ManageEngine ADAudit Plus include detailed activity monitoring, comprehensive file auditing, user behavior analytics with anomaly detection, real-time AD change tracking, login activity insights, group policy and object change reports, and the Account Lockout Analyzer. The tool's user-friendly interface and detailed reports on inactive users are also highlighted.

"The product's initial setup phase is very easy."
"The most valuable feature of ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is its reports."
"The Account Lockout Analyzer and the Inactive Users reports are particularly valuable."

Room for Improvement

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus needs improvements in user interface customization, clearer documentation, and better integration with QRadar and Log360. It should simplify configuration processes and enhance reporting features with more templates and user-friendly customization options. Integration of non-Microsoft product support and more detailed file activity logs are requested. Enhanced file server activity management and a more sophisticated interface design are also needed.

"The return on investment for ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is very hard to measure."
"The solution's managing file server activity could be improved."
"The initial setup was difficult."

ROI

ADAudit Plus saves expenses by eliminating the need for external auditors for regulatory compliance. It provides downloadable reports, offering long-term cost savings. While it doesn't generate significant revenue, its compliance and risk management benefits add substantial value. Users appreciate its ability to monitor changes in active directory, group policies, print servers, file services, and permissions, noting an impressive near 80% return on investment. It saves both time and money for users.

Pricing

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus users find its pricing to be affordable and flexible, with low market prices. Licensing is based on domain controllers, file services, member services, and workstations. Perpetual licenses include support and maintenance fees, while subscription licenses are annual. Initial installation may incur additional costs. Customers appreciate its competitive cost, paying a fraction of what larger vendors charge. Pricing is rated highly, though some consider it medium-priced, with expenses for added features.

"The tool is affordable, and our company is very happy with it. If ten is the most expensive and one is the least expensive, I rate the tool a three or four."
"The solution's pricing is acceptable."
"It's a medium-priced solution."

Popular Use Cases

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is primarily used for monitoring user login activities, tracking Active Directory modifications, alerting administrators to changes, controlling group policy alterations in Active Directory and Azure AD, ensuring compliance and security, analyzing file sharing permissions, and auditing server and workstation logs. It helps identify login issues, provides detailed user login information, and assists in pinpointing problems like login failures and account lockouts, significantly aiding IT teams.

Service and Support

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus customer service and support are highly regarded. Users appreciate quick responses, helpful assistance with integrations, and effective problem-solving. Some note a wait time with technical support but still find it satisfactory. While one rates it a six out of ten, others give it higher marks, with some giving a perfect score. There is a consensus on its reliability and responsiveness compared to other products.

Deployment

Users had mixed experiences with ManageEngine ADAudit Plus's initial setup. Some found it straightforward and quick, while others needed more time or found it complex due to data collection, permissions, and system mapping. Setup duration varied from half an hour to a few hours. Simplifying Active Directory policies facilitated setup, but database and distributed environment configurations posed challenges. Despite some difficulties, many users managed deployment independently.

Scalability

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus is recognized for its ease of scalability, supporting various installations ranging from three users to over 100 users. It effectively handles enterprises of all sizes and accommodates high availability setups, including environments with 500-plus file servers and multiple Azure tenants. Users appreciate its ability to meet different analytical needs, and its performance in Microsoft environments is commendable, though it does not support non-Microsoft systems. Rated ten out of ten by several users.

Stability

ManageEngine ADAudit Plus receives regular updates that can include bugs, but fixes are issued promptly. Users note consistent improvements and satisfaction with resolved issues. The software is stable if prerequisites are met. Stability is rated between eight and ten out of ten by users.

These insights are based on the in-depth reviews provided by peers to help you make a better buying decision.

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