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GroundWork Monitor vs Observer GigaStor comparison

GroundWork and Viavi Solutions are both solutions in the Network Monitoring Software category. GroundWork is ranked #96, while Viavi Solutions is ranked #92. GroundWork holds a 0.1% mindshare in NMS, compared to Viavi Solutions’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of GroundWork users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Viavi Solutions users who would recommend it.
GroundWork Monitor
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100% willing to recommend
Observer GigaStor
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

GroundWork Monitor
Ranking in Network Monitoring Software
96th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
IT Infrastructure Monitoring (66th), IT Operations Analytics (20th), Cloud Monitoring Software (45th)
Observer GigaStor
Ranking in Network Monitoring Software
92nd
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.1
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
Network Troubleshooting (15th), Network Packet Broker (NPB) (9th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of GroundWork Monitor is 0.1%, down from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Observer GigaStor is 0.2%, down from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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it_user186582 - PeerSpot reviewer
It's easy to setup and the plugins are easy to write. When we need to, the threshold is easy to change.
It's easy to setup and the plugins are easy to write. When we need to, the threshold is easy to change It would be nice to have a centralized client-settings management. At the moment, the client settings have to be changed individually. I've used it since 2011. The deployment of the new server…
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Jeroen-Dubbelman - PeerSpot reviewer
Aids significantly in the threat-hunting process and provides a score-based evaluation of user experience
There are many valuable features, but understanding end-user response times stands out. It provides a score-based evaluation of user experience, helping customers quickly pinpoint whether issues originate from the network, server, client, or application. Additionally, it facilitates in-depth analysis of application dependencies. The retrospective network analysis capability of Observer GigaStor has been beneficial. It's a pivotal feature for network performance solutions. However, I prefer to consider the entire solution suite - GigaStor, along with GigaFlow and Apex - for comprehensive network visibility and monitoring. So, I prefer to integrate all three solutions to provide the best visibility. They complement each other well, with Apex aggregating and correlating data from both GigaStor and GigaFlow to enhance environmental understanding and troubleshooting efficiency.
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
28%
Computer Software Company
18%
Manufacturing Company
10%
University
7%
 

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What do you like most about Observer GigaStor?
There are many valuable features, but understanding end-user response times stands out. It provides a score-based evaluation of user experience, helping customers quickly pinpoint whether issues or...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Observer GigaStor?
I would rate the pricing a ten out of ten. It's quite expensive.
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What needs improvement with Observer GigaStor?
GigaStor feeds into Apex. So, the area where there could be improvement would be in artificial intelligence. For example, the incorporation of more advanced machine learning or AI capabilities coul...
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Overview

Open source IT infrastructure monitoring system that collects performance data for systems, applications, and security.
GroundWork

Observer GigaStor is a network analysis tool that comes in a variety of form factors, including rack mount, portable, and virtual. Capable of storing up to a petabyte of traffic for later analysis, GigaStor helps ensure optimal network and application performance.

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Sample Customers

Swiss Life, JBFCS, Capital Markets Cooperative Research Centre
Cisco Systems, Hawaiian Telecom, Renown Health, State of Nevada, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, Allstate Insurance, Jack Henry & Associates, United States Airforce, US Bank, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Chicago Board Options Exchange
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