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Cisco Prime [EOL] vs Huawei eSight comparison

Cisco and Huawei are both solutions in the Network Management Applications category. Additionally, 91% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 72% of Huawei users who would recommend it.
Cisco Prime [EOL]
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    91% willing to recommend
    Huawei eSight
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    72% willing to recommend
     

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    We performed a comparison between Cisco Prime [EOL] and Huawei eSight based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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    Categories and Ranking

    Cisco Prime [EOL]
    Average Rating
    7.8
    Reviews Sentiment
    6.5
    Number of Reviews
    35
    Ranking in other categories
    No ranking in other categories
    Huawei eSight
    Average Rating
    7.4
    Reviews Sentiment
    6.9
    Number of Reviews
    10
    Ranking in other categories
    Network Management Applications (9th), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (34th)
     

    Featured Reviews

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    AndrewRichardson
    Network Engineer at Edmonton Catholic School Board
    Has an easy implementation process, but the performance monitoring feature could be more intuitive
    The project implementation was easy overall. Adapting Cisco's solutions to our specific environment required effort, as their documentation only covers some network scenarios. The deployment didn't happen all at once; it was staged and controlled to ensure a smooth transition. We started with a small test environment before gradually rolling it out to all campuses. This gradual approach helped mitigate the risk of any issues arising across multiple locations simultaneously, especially on a critical day like Monday morning. We have a team of three executives working on the process. Their job roles included network specialists and a manager. It requires maintenance, which is included in the annual cost. We receive updates and support as part of the renewal process.
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    Gary Strydom - PeerSpot reviewer
    Gary Strydom
    Desktop Analyst at Transnet
    Used to monitor devices and provides the hardware alarms feature
    Huawei eSight has helped me overcome many monitoring aspects of the hardware. From a single view, I can monitor all the hardware. Instead of logging on to each piece of hardware and monitoring it individually, I can monitor them from one single point. I would recommend the solution to other users because it provides a single point of view of the hardware. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
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    We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
     

    Pros

    "Cisco Prime is user-friendly, so we are comfortable using it."
    "The product's most valuable features are monitoring and configuration."
    "We use the solution to control the physical service station that is part of the SCADA network. We connect and control them remotely."
    "Cisco Prime, from a management perspective, has good reporting."
    "What I found most beneficial from Cisco Prime is that it gives you an insight into what your network does, even when you're not actively monitoring what's going on with your network."
    "We use this solution to troubleshoot our wireless systems, specifically regarding signal strength."
    "Cisco Prime allows us to manage all the wireless controllers and access points."
    "I have found the solution to be scalable."
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    "We can scale the solution."
    "I like the real-time location monitor or RTLS feature. It is similar to the monitoring feature in Cisco Prime."
    "eSight allows me to monitor and solve any problem in the backbone and any switch in real-time."
    "The product is stable."
    "The most important features are alarm management and the visualization of the health of our network devices."
    "I like that it supports all our Huawei devices. Unlike other network monitoring tools that monitor Huawei devices, it provides more details when it comes to monitoring or management. We can get complete details about the devices, and management is also simple."
    "One of the most beneficial features of Huawei eSight is its simplicity and ease of use."
    "The solution's most valuable dashboard features include monitoring storage, resource availability, and hardware alarms."
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    Cons

    "The solution is not easy to configure."
    "Maybe it could be a little cheaper."
    "Cisco Prime's initial setup is complex."
    "The solution can be slow at times."
    "Some improvements are needed, specifically in the form of more updates and enhancements."
    "There is room for improvement in the Access layer."
    "I would rate the scalability of Cisco Prime a six out of ten. To scale up from a hundred to a thousand devices, the platform needs to be rebuilt logically. This process might require a downtime window and may involve changing the hardware or upgrading to a larger appliance."
    "Cisco Prime needs to have lower prices and more customization options."
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    "The variety of license types should be made simpler as, at present, it is complex."
    "This solution could be improved by offering monitoring for all devices and not only Huawei devices."
    "It is not a very flexible product."
    "The price could be less costly."
    "Huawei eSight should work on the option to have the email notification working on Office 365 Exchange."
    "The solution and the operating system come separately. It would be easier if we did not have to deploy anything. A bundle feature would be better."
    "It will be better if they can make the simple network topology part more presentable. It would also be better if they had API integration and integration with third-party devices."
    "The solution needs to improve it's user interface to make it more modern and stylish. They need to design proper menu positions, features, etc. Right now the layout is complicated."
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    Pricing and Cost Advice

    "Cisco Prime is an expensive solution."
    "We update the license every five years."
    "The solution is not inexpensive but is worth it for large-scale environments."
    "If we have a license for Cisco DNA, we can use the same license for Cisco Prime."
    "I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."
    "I would rate the pricing of Cisco Prime a seven out of ten."
    "The price of Cisco Prime was reasonable because we purchased it as part of a Cisco One package. The package was a bundle of Cisco solutions together, such as Cisco ISE and CMX. The price is reasonable com compared to other solutions."
    "The cost is quite high."
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    "The price is very expensive."
    "I would rate this solution a nine out of ten for pricing. The pricing depends on which features you use and can become expensive."
    "The pricing for Huawei eSight is reasonable, especially with the base license and incremental licenses for additional devices. However, the variety of license types can be a bit complex. We used to sell eSight but switched to another solution, so we're not actively trading it anymore."
    "The solution’s pricing is reasonable."
    "Its pricing is better than any other Huawei product. Some products are cheaper in Huawei, and some products are cheaper in Cisco. Cisco has more benefits and options than Huawei if you consider different network environments."
    "Pricing depends on the competition. If your competitor is like Cisco, then Huawei is much more competitive when it comes to pricing."
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    Top Industries

    By visitors reading reviews
    Government
    15%
    Computer Software Company
    12%
    Manufacturing Company
    9%
    Healthcare Company
    8%
    Computer Software Company
    14%
    Comms Service Provider
    10%
    Manufacturing Company
    8%
    Financial Services Firm
    8%
     

    Company Size

    By reviewers
    Large Enterprise
    Midsize Enterprise
    Small Business
    By reviewers
    Company SizeCount
    Small Business9
    Midsize Enterprise4
    Large Enterprise24
    By reviewers
    Company SizeCount
    Small Business5
    Midsize Enterprise4
    Large Enterprise1
     

    Questions from the Community

    What do you like most about Cisco Prime?
    The most valuable features of Cisco Prime include its comprehensive functionality as a one-stop solution for basic SNMP port management.
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    What needs improvement with Cisco Prime?
    The product's performance monitoring feature could be more intuitive.
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    What is your primary use case for Cisco Prime?
    We use Cisco Prime for centralized configuration management backups and monitoring.
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    What needs improvement with Huawei eSight?
    Huawei eSight should work on the option to have the email notification working on Office 365 Exchange.
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    What is your primary use case for Huawei eSight?
    We use the solution to monitor the hardware environment of our data center. We mainly use Huawei eSight to monitor the devices. It assists in monitoring our devices in terms of utilization and moni...
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    What advice do you have for others considering Huawei eSight?
    Huawei eSight has helped me overcome many monitoring aspects of the hardware. From a single view, I can monitor all the hardware. Instead of logging on to each piece of hardware and monitoring it i...
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    Overview

    Cisco Prime products deliver next-generation management by supporting an intuitive workflow-oriented user experience and integrated lifecycle operations across Cisco architectures, technologies, and networks.

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    Huawei's eSight is a unified software suite for planning, operating, and maintaining complex enterprise ICT infrastructure from global, converged networks and data centers to multimedia and video communications that includes the facilities necessary for delivering performance and IT services. eSight provides a platform that supports infrastructure and devices from third-party providers, to develop custom management applications and improves O&M efficiency.

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    Sample Customers

    Mohawk Industries, Universidad EAFIT, Halton Healthcare
    Marina Bay, CITIC Pacific Mining
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