Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista vs Cisco DNA Center comparison

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise and Cisco are both solutions in the Network Management Applications category. Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is ranked #15 with an average rating of 8.3, while Cisco is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.0. Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise holds a 1.7% mindshare in NMA, compared to Cisco’s 29.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 89% of Cisco users who would recommend it.

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista

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100% willing to recommend

Cisco DNA Center

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89% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista and Cisco DNA Center based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Network Management Applications solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista

Ranking in Network Management Applications

15th

Average Rating

8.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Cisco DNA Center

Ranking in Network Management Applications

1st

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (18th), Network Automation (2nd)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Network Management Applications category, the mindshare of Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is 1.7%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cisco DNA Center is 29.7%, up from 27.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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John Mark

IT network admin at a hospitality company with 501-1,000 employees

An unified solution best suited for network management and connectivity

The support of Omnivista could be better. It's very expensive because it requires a subscription for support, and the licenses are proprietary. If you want to scale or expand your operation by adding more WiFi access points, you have to buy another license. The web-based interface of OmniVista is user-friendly, but for some administrative tasks and functions, you have to use the CLI, which is difficult if you don't have enough training. It relies heavily on CLI guides and manuals. For improvements, I'd suggest making the WiFi access points lighter. Lighter access points like those from TP-Link or Ubiquiti would be better. Additionally, the switches struggle with heat in our environment. They can get very hot and damage the electrical components due to inadequate cooling.

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AvrahamSonenthal

Senior Network Engineer at Inside Global

Efficiently manages our wireless network and provides valuable monitoring features

The platform's biggest benefit has been in managing our wireless network. Having a single pane of glass to control all wireless controllers and access points and to monitor activity has been a significant advantage. We're a small federal agency with around 300 network devices, so automation is a minor focus. It's more relevant for larger networks. The main benefits we've seen are in inventory management and the potential for configuration automation. However, I recommend using the DNA Centre only for larger networks with over a thousand devices; otherwise, it may not be cost-effective. Before proceeding, ensure that your devices are compatible with DNA Center, as not all Cisco devices are supported. Also, investing in proper training is different from plug-and-play. I rate it an eight.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is the monitoring of wired and wireless equipment."

"The command line is very user-friendly, making it easy to implement the network."

"It is a good investment for features."

"Being able to see the health of the network is most valuable. It is very strong in terms of stability and scalability. Their technical support is also good."

"I really like Visual RAF. I use that a lot and then I use the up and down status reports because it'll send me emails and text messages when access points go up or down. That way, I'm aware of what's going on."

"Network management solution that's very stable and scalable. It has a straightforward installation, fast technical support, and multiple features such as reporting, network health analysis, etc."

"The solution is easy to manage."

"The reports are good."

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"What's most valuable in Cisco DNA Center is the ability to manage any Cisco infrastructure and device through it. Setup was straightforward."

"What I found valuable in Cisco DNA Center is the Software-Defined Access Network, so the entire LAN network can be centralized and managed from a single dashboard. Cisco DNA Center is suitable for centralized management and lets you deploy switches in a centralized fashion. You can also do multiple switch port configurations simultaneously and segregate your traffic into multiple fabrics. Another valuable feature of Cisco DNA Center is enhanced security through Scalable Group Tags. Cisco DNA Center can be integrated with your Cisco ISE to enhance the port securities, and this paves the way for Software-Defined Networking in the LAN segment, which is the main advantage of Cisco DNA Center. I also like that you can use Cisco DNA Center for data assurance or correlation. The solution shows your network and client health parameters, which I find convenient for troubleshooting."

"Has a good processing feature with a high level of accuracy."

"Automation helps configure devices without manual intervention, enabling zero-touch provisioning."

"The automation features are significant, reducing configuration time. This means outstanding functionality. By deploying the controller automatically, the rest becomes automated"

"I like that we can easily configure any new hardware. It's also easy to deploy and easy to troubleshoot."

"Application Assurance works very well."

"The product offers an intuitive and automated way to manage user networks. It gives me an insight into the network health."

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Cons

"The support of Omnivista could be better. It's very expensive because it requires a subscription for support, and the licenses are proprietary. If you want to scale or expand your operation by adding more WiFi access points, you have to buy another license."

"One feature that is missing is the netting feature, which allows for public-to-private network transitions and vice versa."

"Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista could improve by adding more cybersecurity features."

"I would like to see a little better reporting, not reporting features, the report maker to be a little better."

"It needs to be infused with more artificial intelligence and machine learning."

"Adding a reliable and proper heatmap for the access points would make this solution better."

"The location of the WiFi connection should be available to all users."

"They should add more security features."

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"The task failure reporting or provisioning failure reporting could be a little bit better in the UI, with more information given to the user."

"The tool's IoT integration should be better."

"Cisco DNA Center should improve its configuration management. It is better to have a dev version before pushing it."

"The solution's setup process needs enhancement."

"From the recent DNA point of view, there are some stability challenges with Cisco, but very minor."

"DNA Center has been on the market for a few years and they need to update it."

"An area that needs improvement is the integration with other vendors."

"The network, data center, and SD-WAN are all being treated as different services, but I would like to have only one solution to manage all of them."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"This is an open-source solution, we do not pay any money to use it."

"Its price is reasonable."

"I would rate OmniVista's pricing seven out of ten since it is expensive."

"The price of Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is cheaper compared to other tools on the market. The license for this software is a one-time license only, so there is no renewal needed. It's a perpetual license."

"The price of the solution is expensive. The hardware is licensed on the device, but the hardware on the server is expensive."

"We get a yearly license at the time we buy the product."

"The product is very costly."

"Affordability is a problem because it's created for large enterprises only. So, some customers, even if their engineers want the solution, might have problems with budget limitations."

"The price could be better. It's a very expensive tool."

"Our licensing agreement is for three years."

"Licensing for Cisco DNA Center is a little bit expensive, just like any Cisco solution. Its cost could still be improved."

"It is an expensive solution."

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Manufacturing Company

15%

Government

10%

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Computer Software Company

19%

Government

10%

Manufacturing Company

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista?

It is a good investment for features.

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What needs improvement with Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista?

One feature that is missing is the netting feature, which allows for public-to-private network transitions and vice versa. The implementation process itself might benefit from simplification.

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What is your primary use case for Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista?

I am working with Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista, dealing with switches, such as the OmniSwitch and OmniAccess Stellar. I am also involved in working with ePBX and OmniBasics Enterprise.

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What do you like most about Cisco DNA Center?

The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that it gives some kind of ease in operations, especially since our company is moving from CLI to GUI-based configuration.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco DNA Center?

I would rate the pricing a six out of ten, with ten being expensive.

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What needs improvement with Cisco DNA Center?

One area that needs improvement is the upgrade process. The time required for downloading and installing packages during upgrades is too long, often taking around ten hours. This is a significant i...

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Also Known As

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 8770, OmniVista 8770, OmniVista 2500, OmniVista Cirrus, Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500, Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista Cirrus, OmniVista 2500 NMS, OmniVista 2500 VMM, OmniVista 3600,

DNA Center

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Overview

Get cohesive management and network-wide visibility with a full set of tools for converged campus networks and data centers.
With this comprehensive and powerful network management tool, you’ll benefit from a full set of components for infrastructure and device configuration, monitoring, backup, scheduling, security, alerts, quarantine, troubleshooting, downtime resolution, and overall management.

Along with making day-to-day network operations more efficient, the Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista 2500 Network Management System (NMS) provides all the network management tools and reports you need to track and achieve your business goals.

Cisco DNA Center offers a comprehensive platform for network automation and management, providing detailed analytics, enhanced security, and streamlined operations for both wired and wireless networks.

Cisco DNA Center integrates with Cisco infrastructure to deliver efficient network automation and management, helping organizations improve network visibility, security, and control. It supports AI-driven analytics and automated workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce errors. Challenges include compatibility with third-party systems, steep learning curve, and complex deployment. Its interface facilitates centralized control, vital for troubleshooting, policy management, and configuration management, with support for zero-touch provisioning and SD-Access.

What are the key features of Cisco DNA Center?

Robust Analytics: Provides detailed insights into network health with AI-driven analytics.
Centralized Security: Integrates with ISE for comprehensive security management.
Automated Device Management: Simplifies device provisioning and configuration transfers.
Wi-Fi Analytics: Offers deep insights into wireless network performance.
Zero-Touch Provisioning: Streamlines new device deployments with minimal human intervention.
Scalable Segmentation: Efficiently segments network traffic ensuring security and performance.

What benefits should users consider?

Operational Efficiency: Automation reduces potential errors and streamlines workflow.
Enhanced Security: Integration with Cisco ISE bolsters security capabilities.
Network Visibility: Comprehensive dashboards and analysis tools enhance monitoring.
Troubleshooting: Real-time monitoring aids in identifying and resolving issues swiftly.

In sectors such as healthcare, finance, and retail, Cisco DNA Center is utilized for its ability to enhance security and compliance, manage large-scale networks, and provide detailed analytics for better operational decision-making. Its support for location tracking and policy automation ensures efficient network management across diverse environments.

Sample Customers

Blickle and Scherer, Loughborough University, CSF Inox, Caritas Speyer

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