ArcSight Logger vs VMware Aria Operations for Logs comparison

OpenText and VMware are both solutions in the Log Management category. OpenText is ranked #31 with an average rating of 6.7, while VMware is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.6. OpenText holds a 0.8% mindshare in Log Management, compared to VMware’s 1.1% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of OpenText users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of VMware users who would recommend it.

ArcSight Logger

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 9, 2024

ArcSight Logger and VMware Aria Operations for Logs compete in the log management solutions category. VMware Aria Operations for Logs seems to have the upper hand due to its scalability and advanced analytics features.

Features: ArcSight Logger provides strong security, comprehensive log management, and a flexible pricing model. VMware Aria Operations for Logs is recognized for advanced analytics, seamless integration with VMware tools, and scalability, making it a preferred choice among many users.

Room for Improvement: ArcSight Logger users suggest enhancements in data processing speeds, better integration with third-party tools, and a more streamlined setup process. VMware Aria Operations for Logs could improve alerting mechanisms, query performance, and provide more cost-effective options for smaller organizations. Each solution has specific areas where improvements could enhance their respective offerings.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ArcSight Logger is known for its straightforward deployment model but can be complex initially without support. In contrast, VMware Aria Operations for Logs offers smoother deployment and efficient customer service, contributing to a better overall user experience.

Pricing and ROI: ArcSight Logger is cost-effective, offering a solid ROI suitable for budget-conscious organizations. VMware Aria Operations for Logs, while having higher initial setup costs, is perceived as delivering long-term benefits due to its advanced features. Users find the ROI justifies the premium pricing for the advanced capabilities it offers.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

ArcSight Logger

Ranking in Log Management

31st

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware Aria Operations for ...

Ranking in Log Management

10th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the Log Management category, the mindshare of ArcSight Logger is 0.8%, down from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Aria Operations for Logs is 1.1%, down from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Geraldo Freitas

Analista de TI - suporte a redes e segurança at Tribunal de Contas da União

Enhances our security incident investigation but not good for correlation

Investigation is good when you know what you want to search for in Logger. The most difficult part is parsing the logs and configuring the parsers. For investigation, it's good. For correlation, it's not good. We use Sentinel, and Sentinel has pre-built use cases that are much easier to configure. So, it enhances our security incident investigation. We have inbound integration, but configuring the parsers is sometimes very difficult. We only have two use cases where we have a correlation set up. We send the information to Check Point to block IP addresses when we see a lot of blocks from the same source. We have a trigger. So, Logger automatically blocks these IP addresses. We could have Logger put them on a blacklist. So, it offers the ease of integration.

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LarsChristensen

Advisory Solution Consultant at ServiceNow

Efficient troubleshooting with precise log filtering and an easy setup

The tool could benefit from improved filter settings and dashboarding. While there are dashboards available, they are often created by community members and may not work after updates. It would be beneficial to have a roadmap for these dashboards to ensure consistent functionality. It would also be advantageous if the tool could process even large amounts of data faster, though this may be more related to data movement challenges rather than the software itself.

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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 machine learning is a good feature."

"In our country we are a little bit private in terms of solutions, so we are just starting to use the basic data capture. Now some users can start to use additional features that come with Micro Focus ArcSight like user behavior analytics for investigating."

"The ability to customize the solution in great detail is its most valuable features. We can customize the use cases and also have the ability to do scripting. We can personalize our dashboard as well. The scalability the solution offers is quite impressive."

"The ESM use cases are the most valuable. It enables us to use the big data collection inside our company. We are able to create use cases for whatever it suits and I find that the most interesting part of any SIEM solution."

"We haven't had any crashes or bugs. It is stable."

"The technical support team is good...It is a scalable solution."

"In terms of ArcSight Logger's most valuable feature, it is their scalability. ArcSight's real advantage is its scalability because they have two layers, including the logger layer."

"ArcSight's robustness is its most valuable feature."

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"The interface of the solution is good."

"The most valuable features are log centralization and long-term retention for logs."

"The root cause analysis feature is very valuable."

"One of the things I like about it is its interface. When it comes to generating reports on VMs and stuff, it's very quick. This is very handy for the technical team, who need to generate reports quickly. So that's really good."

"We use the on-premises version of this solution for log analysis and to find details about certain issues."

"The tool helps my company deal with security and log analysis, which are very important areas for us...It is a scalable solution."

"It is a highly stable solution...It is a highly scalable solution."

"It allows us to gain a comprehensive overview of our infrastructure."

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Cons

"I had some latency issues for two months. I had to increase our storage capacity significantly to reduce the latency."

"It would be better if the product is cheaper."

"In the next release, I want to see more intelligence."

"We have had problems with archiving."

"The solution must provide readymade connectors for different applications."

"The next release should have AI capabilities."

"The solution could be improved in maintenance settings."

"The product's connectors should work better and the user manuals need an update."

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"The tool does not provide a centralized pane for monitoring."

"The tool could be cheaper."

"Technical support should be improved."

"In the VMware environment, one area for improvement is the handling of VM failovers due to host failures, such as unexpected shutdowns from hardware issues. Currently, High Availability (HA) doesn't seem to recognize whether the VMs are online during failover, treating them as offline or unavailable."

"Documentation is lacking, including some guide as to how to use the expressions. It is not clear how to look for a log, for example. Some examples in the documentation might be helpful. I think that VMware had good documentation, but it's no longer hosted. The documentation is not as easy to understand as it was before."

"The monitoring landscape is getting bigger. When it comes to infrastructure monitoring, we need more visibility. VMware needs to integrate more related applications and third-party products. That would make it more appealing to an audience beyond the VMware team."

"The tool is expensive."

"The solution is a very good tool, but it has a lot of limitations. One of the main issues is around how you define your retention policy, for instance, in Log Insight. It doesn't have it. You can't define a log retention policy. You also can't define the destination or location for your logs. All of the logs are in one index or one bucket."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I rate the product’s pricing a seven out of ten, where one is inexpensive, and ten is expensive."

"It's not cheap at all as it's a big product and has been in the market for quite some time now."

"ArcSight is an expensive solution."

"I would rate the product a seven out of ten since it's an enterprise product."

"ArcSight Logger is very expensive compared to their competitors, but when we talk to the customer and explain what the features are and how we can scale, they understand. Still, ArcSight is more expensive than the competition."

"The pricing is quite harsh."

"Pricing is reasonable compared to similar tools on the market. They offer perpetual licenses."

"We have a lifetime license, so we don't pay a monthly fee."

"Pricing is good because it is part of the suite package. It comes in a bundle for us."

"It is not cheap. But it is worth it."

"The licensing cost for vRealize Log Insight is a little higher, so in terms of cost, it all depends upon what kind of environment you have. If you have a complete virtualized environment, or at least you're using a ninety-five percent virtualized environment, then vRealize Log Insight will play a very good role because it is a VMware component, so it has very tight integration with other VMware components and systems. This means you don't have to procure any other monitoring and management tool, and you don't need a separate automation tool. vRealize Log Insight will have an upper hand if your environment is purely virtualized on VMware. If you're using a mix of physical and virtual components, for example, a 50:50 ratio, then you need to have a third-party component to manage overall monitoring."

"The product's price is reasonable, but when it comes to SQL licensing, it's a bit expensive."

"I think it is a reasonably priced product."

"Pricing could always be lower. If it were free, I would be more satisfied."

"I am not sure what the exact cost is. However, I believe the vRealize suite costs $2,500.00 per year."

"The license cost for any other monitoring tool is too high compared to this product."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

19%

Computer Software Company

16%

Government

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

16%

Government

13%

Financial Services Firm

11%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ArcSight Logger?

We have a trigger. So, Logger automatically blocks these IP addresses. We could have Logger put them on a blacklist.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ArcSight Logger?

The pricing isn't the problem. We have a lifetime license, so we don't pay a monthly fee.

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What needs improvement with ArcSight Logger?

The solution has room for improvement. We're currently upgrading to the newer version, where they have something like Kafka, a hub for all solutions feeding information into Logger. However, I thin...

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What do you like most about vRealize Log Insight?

The events are notably more descriptive, aiding in security and event analysis. We've also integrated Sky Collector, providing valuable insights and solutions for troubleshooting.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for vRealize Log Insight?

The solution could be cheaper. VMware comes with a lot of packages, however, it remains too expensive.

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What needs improvement with vRealize Log Insight?

The tool could be cheaper. VMware has a lot of included packages, however, it remains too expensive. The price is my first point of concern.

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Also Known As

Micro Focus Arcsight Logger, HPE Arcsight Logger

vRealize Log Insight

Overview

HPE ArcSight Data Platform (ADP) offers a future-ready data solution that enriches data in real time and supports open standards for better threat detection. Using security data connectors, ADP collects data and enriches it in real-time to give analysts organized information that can be acted upon instantly.

OpenText

Manage data at scale with centralized log management, deep operational visibility and intelligent analytics for troubleshooting and auditing across private, hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

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Sample Customers

China Merchants Bank, Bank AlJazira, Banca Intesa

Wildlands Adventure Zoo, Medic Mobile, IBM, Seventy Seven Energy, Baystate Health, Osis, Oxford University, Columbia University, Siemens, Cardinal Health, Ashdod Port, Vasakronan, Sydney Adventist Hospital, University of Derby

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