ExtremeCloud IQ vs HPE Intelligent Management Center comparison

Extreme Networks and Hewlett Packard Enterprise are both solutions in the Network Management Applications category. Extreme Networks is ranked #11 with an average rating of 9.0, while Hewlett Packard Enterprise is ranked #6 with an average rating of 9.0. Extreme Networks holds a 2.9% mindshare in NMA, compared to Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s 4.6% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 85% of Hewlett Packard Enterprise users who would recommend it.

ExtremeCloud IQ

Read 77 ExtremeCloud IQ reviews

3,962 Views
911 Comparison Views

97% willing to recommend

HPE Intelligent Management ...

Read 7 HPE Intelligent Management Center reviews

1,434 Views
1,319 Comparison Views

85% willing to recommend

ExtremeCloud IQ

HPE Intelligent Management ...

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Download the report

Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 2, 2025

ExtremeCloud IQ and HPE Intelligent Management Center are network management solutions. ExtremeCloud IQ holds an edge in pricing and customer support, whereas HPE Intelligent Management Center offers more comprehensive features for advanced networks.

Features: ExtremeCloud IQ provides simplified cloud-based management, intuitive controls, and efficient network operations. HPE Intelligent Management Center offers advanced network analytics, extensive customization options, and supports complex enterprise needs.

Room for Improvement: ExtremeCloud IQ could enhance its feature set to support more complex environments, improve scalability for larger enterprises, and increase network analytics capabilities. HPE Intelligent Management Center might benefit from simplifying its interface, reducing deployment complexity, and improving user-friendliness for non-technical users.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ExtremeCloud IQ is praised for straightforward deployment and responsive support, easing setup and issue resolution. In contrast, HPE Intelligent Management Center offers complex deployment due to its rich feature set, but provides comprehensive support for intricate configurations.

Pricing and ROI: ExtremeCloud IQ's competitive pricing delivers strong ROI for cost-conscious organizations, while HPE Intelligent Management Center requires higher initial investment but offers long-term ROI through advanced, scalable functionalities.

To learn more, read our detailed ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center Report (Updated: April 2026).

Buyer's Guide

ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center

April 2026

Download the complete report

Helped 889,855 peers since 2012

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

ExtremeCloud IQ

Ranking in Network Management Applications

11th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Access Control (NAC) (10th), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (17th)

HPE Intelligent Management ...

Ranking in Network Management Applications

6th

Average Rating

7.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Network Management Applications category, the mindshare of ExtremeCloud IQ is 2.9%, down from 3.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HPE Intelligent Management Center is 4.6%, down from 5.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Management Applications Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HPE Intelligent Management Center	4.6%
ExtremeCloud IQ	2.9%
Other	92.5%

Network Management Applications

Featured Reviews

José Roldan

Ingeniero De Preventa at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Has improved network monitoring with AI-driven insights and centralized device management

The best features of ExtremeCloud IQ include the integration of different vendors in one dashboard, the evolution of the manager, and any devices in networking. The impact of ExtremeCloud IQ on my organization is positive as the deployment is for a hybrid solution, using third-party vendors and cloud solutions for Extreme devices, switches, IP, and access points or SD-WAN solution devices. My IT team is occupied with other jobs, and ExtremeCloud IQ helps with monitoring networking at low costs. For networking and access points, it acts as a controller in a cloud environment, eliminating the need for an appliance controller or wireless LAN controller, thus saving on investment and reducing TCO costs.

Read full review

Muhammad_Faisal

Manager ITSM at Lucky Cement Limited

Achieve seamless network and link monitoring with comprehensive device management

The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them. The really beneficial feature is the link monitoring. I had checked Check Point's product, however, my requirements are better fulfilled by IMC. The main feature is that IMC automatically configures the device for my use. I have over 200 features in my network, and IMC manages the complete environment. Automation is good, but I mainly use it for monitoring. I am too satisfied with this product.

Read full review

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We have over 100 offices across the state, and remote management has saved us thousands of dollars in travel and time."

"Integrated Firewall in every AP (with DPI inspection) is a killer feature and it is included already in the price of licence (with others, this feature is an add-on licence)."

"The few times we have needed help, Aerohive has been there for us and I am confident that If I need them they will be there again."

"This solution's most valuable feature is its short deployment time."

"The technical support for this solution is good."

"The management/monitoring system really helps a lot in managing and monitoring the WiFi environment."

"I’ve used both Cisco and Meraki extensively and have found Aerohive to offer the best mix between stable hardware and software and ease of setup, deployment, and management."

"What our customers like the most is that this device is so rugged, has very good performance and throughput, and its console is very easy to use with many features, which makes it different from its competitors."

More ExtremeCloud IQ pros

"The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them."

"The most useful feature is infrastructure monitoring including switches and servers."

"We chose HPE for its interoperability with non-Cisco equipment, interoperability with non HP equipment, and customizable, and a deep feature set that Cisco Prime just didn't have because it's focused on Cisco stuff only."

"This is far and away the best tool of this type I have ever used."

"The most valuable feature is the interface and its ease of use."

"One of the notable advantages is its ability to provide quick responses, especially in critical situations."

"The most useful feature is infrastructure monitoring including switches and servers."

"The most valuable function is that the IMC takes an entire backup of my network devices, and I can also redeploy them."

More HPE Intelligent Management Center pros

Cons

"Pricing is a bit expensive."

"The managing of switches within this solution could be improved."

"Pricing is a little high, but I have no complaints with the service or devices themselves."

"A mobile app would be awesome."

"Pricing could be improved. It could be lower."

"I would like to see a remote phone application for monitoring APs when on the road."

"When we installed the latest firmware versions on these APs, sometimes we encountered major or minor bugs that would force us to roll back until an appropriate patch was released."

"The user interface and disparity of feature releases versus golden firmware. Certain features only exist or work in certain versions."

More ExtremeCloud IQ cons

"I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall."

"I would like to see additional modules included."

"The integration with other network devices needs improvement."

"One notable deficiency is the lack of online support for the product."

"HPE Intelligent Management Center is a bit slow."

"I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall."

"It's horrible. 90% of the time we're figuring out the solution ourselves."

More HPE Intelligent Management Center cons

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Extreme licensing is based on the number of access points. When you buy the license for the first year, everything is included, such as access to mapping, etc. If you don't renew your software assurance for the second year, the access points will still work, but you can't use the cloud management tools."

"Bring the cost down."

"There are probably cheaper solutions but we invest for stability and performance for the longer haul."

"The price was okay."

"Extreme is twice as cheap compared to Cisco due to the currency exchange. Normally, I think Cisco would be a little bit more expensive, but there wouldn't be that much of a difference."

"ExtremeCloud IQ's pricing is high."

"Start small and grow big. You can choose the basic Aerohive Connect free subscription solution and, later, if needed (in terms of functionality) you can upgrade to Aerohive Select."

"Customers need to pay a yearly licensing fee for ExtremeCloud IQ, which is a little bit expensive."

More ExtremeCloud IQ pricing and cost advice

"There are licensing costs and they are quite expensive."

"The price of this solution is not at all cheap, but it's reasonable compared to SolarWinds."

See which vendors are best for you

Use our free recommendation engine to learn which Network Management Applications solutions are best for your needs.

See recommendations

889,855 professionals have used our research since 2012.

Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

Government

11%

Computer Software Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	45
Midsize Enterprise	14
Large Enterprise	24

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	3

Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?

Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...

See all answers

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?

The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period. The documentation and training courses were also costly, impacting how easily I c...

See all answers

What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeCloud IQ?

I use ExtremeCloud IQ's real-time analytics. In the cloud solution, I get reports, and it works together with machine learning and artificial intelligence for those reports. This tool permits the c...

See all answers

What needs improvement with HPE Intelligent Management Center?

I face the issue with the integration with links on Fortinet Firewall. This will be sorted out with the help of IMC, and now I have a modem dialing as per my needs.

See all answers

What is your primary use case for HPE Intelligent Management Center?

I am using this solution for network monitoring, links monitoring, and complete monitoring of my infrastructure. I also deploy FortiVAF, FortiAnalyzer, and FortiManager as part of a complete securi...

See all answers

What advice do you have for others considering HPE Intelligent Management Center?

I rate the overall solution nine out of ten.

See all answers

Comparisons

Cisco Meraki Wireless LAN vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 7% of the time

Ruckus Wireless vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 6% of the time

Aruba Wireless vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 6% of the time

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 6% of the time

ExtremeManagement vs ExtremeCloud IQ

Compared 3% of the time

More ExtremeCloud IQ Competitors

Cisco DNA Center vs HPE Intelligent Management Center

Compared 17% of the time

Aruba Airwave vs HPE Intelligent Management Center

Compared 11% of the time

H3C intelligent Management Center vs HPE Intelligent Management Center

Compared 9% of the time

Fortinet FortiManager vs HPE Intelligent Management Center

Compared 8% of the time

IBM Tivoli NetCool vs HPE Intelligent Management Center

Compared 6% of the time

More HPE Intelligent Management Center Competitors

Product Reports

Buyer's Guide

ExtremeCloud IQ

April 2026

Download ExtremeCloud IQ product report

Buyer's Guide

Network Management Applications

March 2026

HPE Intelligent Management Center report

Download HPE Intelligent Management Center product report

Also Known As

Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity

HPE IMC

Overview

ExtremeCloud is a resilient and scalable cloud-based network management solution offered by Extreme Networks as a subscription service.

The network is your platform of engagement for clients and staff. We have designed ExtremeCloud to provide superior user experience by empowering you and the applications that drive your business. The combination of Extreme Networks’ smart wired and wireless edges and the elasticity, resilience and scalability provided via state-of-the-art datacenters distributed strategically for worldwide availability allows you to respond to the changing needs of your business, at the speed of cloud, through a simple, multi-site aware user interface.

Extreme Networks

HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) is a comprehensive management platform that was built from the ground up to support the Fault, Configuration, Accounting, Performance, Security (FCAPS) model. It provides features and functions that are designed for comprehensive management of the network infrastructure. IMC was designed to provide the following functions:

Supports the ITIL operational center of excellence IT practices model.
Uses a single-pane management paradigm to enable end-to-end business management of IT services

Provides scalability by supporting distributed and hierarchical system architectures, through additional operating system and database support.

Uses an SOA model to provide full resource, service, and user management.
Enables integration of traditionally separate management tools using a modular design.
Enables enterprises to expand their infrastructure management in scale and to seamlessly accommodate new technologies at the same time.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Sample Customers

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange

Information Not Available

Buyer's Guide

ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center

April 2026

Free Report: ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center

Find out what your peers are saying about ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center and other solutions. Updated: April 2026.

DOWNLOAD NOW

889,855 professionals have used our research since 2012.

See our ExtremeCloud IQ vs. HPE Intelligent Management Center report.

See our list of best Network Management Applications vendors.

We monitor all Network Management Applications reviews to prevent fraudulent reviews and keep review quality high. We do not post reviews by company employees or direct competitors. We validate each review for authenticity via cross-reference with LinkedIn, and personal follow-up with the reviewer when necessary.