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Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista vs SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
8.2
Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista offers a reliable, robust solution with significant ROI despite being somewhat expensive.
Sentiment score
6.9
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager reduces the need for Cisco certified engineers and offers valuable features with moderate ROI.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
8.1
Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista's support is praised for responsiveness and expertise, with some suggesting room for improvement and additional integration.
Sentiment score
6.6
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager's customer service is praised for helpfulness but criticized for slow response times and ticket prioritization.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.5
Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is scalable, supporting numerous access points, though additional licenses and equipment may be needed for expansion.
Sentiment score
7.6
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is praised for its scalability, effectively managing from hundreds to over 25,000 network devices.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.8
Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is highly rated for its stability and performance, with users praising its robust support and reliability.
Sentiment score
7.6
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is stable and reliable, with minor issues primarily related to system updates and hardware specs.
 

Room For Improvement

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista requires better AI, machine learning, reporting, WiFi visibility, cybersecurity, user role modification, and cost-effective support.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager requires better reporting, integration, AI features, enhanced interface, expanded support, more automation, and cost reduction.
 

Setup Cost

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista offers competitive pricing with a cost-effective perpetual license, appealing to enterprises despite higher setup costs.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager's annual licensing starts at $1,000, scaling with devices and features up to $30,000.
 

Valuable Features

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista provides comprehensive network management with features like monitoring, analytics, scalability, and user-friendly command line tools.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager provides efficient, user-friendly network configuration management with automation, security, compliance, and customizable dashboards.
 

Categories and Ranking

Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
8.2
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
Network Management Applications (13th)
SolarWinds Network Configur...
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
25
Ranking in other categories
Configuration Management (10th), Network Automation (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Management solutions, they serve different purposes. Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista is designed for Network Management Applications and holds a mindshare of 1.7%, up 1.5% compared to last year.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager, on the other hand, focuses on Configuration Management, holds 1.5% mindshare, up 1.2% since last year.
Network Management Applications
Configuration Management
 

Featured Reviews

Nachoba  Ivan - PeerSpot reviewer
Easily manage configurations and monitor networks with enhanced reporting capabilities
In version 8.7.70, I am not able to change a user from administrative to room once the user is created. This limitation is challenging and was confirmed by Alcatel as not possible in the 8.7.70 version under the user section. The option of changing from administrative to room should be available in the user section.
Manish Ved - PeerSpot reviewer
Network configuration is done well; great pricing
Our model of deployment is on-premises. I would advise other people looking into this solution to read its documentation and better understand what it does before they start using it. I would rate this solution as a whole a 10, on a scale from one to 10, with one being the worst and 10 being the best.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
15%
Government
10%
Computer Software Company
6%
Healthcare Company
6%
Government
12%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
10%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista?
In version 8.7.70, I am not able to change a user from administrative to room once the user is created. This limitation is challenging and was confirmed by Alcatel as not possible in the 8.7.70 ver...
What is your primary use case for Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista?
The solution is used for auditing and providing audit reports, sending mails, and notifications.
What do you like most about SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager?
The configuration compliance aspect of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager allows for easy comparison of configuration settings across branches, ensuring adherence to security guidelines and b...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager?
The pricing is okay. Overall, I would rate the pricing a three on a scale of one to ten, with ten being most expensive and one being cheap.
What needs improvement with SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager?
The vendor recently introduced AI features to detect alerts. The AI features do not work well. It would be good if the vendor developed the AI feature so that we could understand what patterns the ...
 

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,
SolarWinds NCM
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Blickle and Scherer, Loughborough University, CSF Inox, Caritas Speyer
United Lincolnshire Hospitals, Air Rarotonga, NetSuite, Thai AirAsia, REA Group, 335th Signal Command, Agilisys, Marine Expeditionary Force
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