GroundWork Monitor vs Zabbix comparison

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Categories and Ranking

GroundWork Monitor

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

101st

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

75th

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

49th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IT Operations Analytics (22nd)

Zabbix

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

1st

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

1st

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

109

Ranking in other categories

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Observability (8th), Server Monitoring (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of GroundWork Monitor is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zabbix is 3.9%, down from 13.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Zabbix	3.9%
GroundWork Monitor	0.4%
Other	95.7%

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Q&A Highlights

it_user238515

Incident and Problem Manager with 1,001-5,000 employees

Dec 09, 2019

Zabbix vs. Groundwork vs. other IT Infrastructure Monitoring tools

Please check this link also https://www.appsandreports.com/all-software-categories

It's easy to setup and the plugins are easy to write. When we need to, the threshold is easy to change.

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it_user186582

Sr PC/Client Server Analyst II at a individual & family service with 10,001+ employees

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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KamranBhatti

Network Engineer at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Helps reduce response time but has room to improve customization complexity

We are not working on simple standalone solutions like Kaspersky DDoS Protection or Hybrid Cloud Security. Once you understand Zabbix, then it is easy to customize those web pages and graphs for our customer use. It is fully automated to your requirements. Zabbix is working fine with no issues, and I am satisfied with it. We have combined Zabbix and SolarWinds. The integration works fine, and it is easy to integrate Zabbix with the IT environment. We were trying to purchase MDR (Managed Detection and Response), but we are not working on that. I don't have real experience with MDR. We are using Falcon software for that. We are working with Falcon Complete, not with Sandbox. We are not using Kaspersky for business or cloud protection. For that, we are using Zabbix CrowdStrike Falcon Complete solution. I have given this review an overall rating of 8.

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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

"It's easy to setup and the plugins are easy to write."

"Zabbix is fully open-source - no paid features/versions, so you get everything for free."

"Excellent monitoring tool."

"Like other common Linux distributions, some of the most valuable features of this solution are the ease of use and deployment. It's simple and has a lot of packages and a lot of software."

"We are now more pro-active before an issue appears to our customer because all the layers are now converged by Zabbix monitoring."

"They've already added extra features, such as noise-canceling and facial recognition, which is great."

"There are lots of great features and functionality within the solution."

"The solution's design has recently changed and it is visually pleasing with more color, for example, there is blue, black, and white."

"The most valuable feature is the support for monitoring Cisco switches."

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Cons

"Deploying an agent leaves much to be desired."

"The reporting is lacking because this is an open-source tool, and nowadays, management's expectation is that the reports should be of high quality and every information should be presented in a concise manner."

"When it comes to Zabbix flow, I would not be comfortable working with Zabbix as there's a bit of a lack on the reporting and automation front."

"Zabbix technical support is sold separately."

"I wish it had more options for personalizing the product, such as being able to include your company's logo without editing text files."

"I had problems using Zabbix when working with SUSE Enterprise; many companies use SUSE."

"The potential and customization is a little difficult because you have to learn scripts."

"If Zabbix had a better dashboard then it would be nice."

"We would like to monitor other touchpoints such as ATM machines. It would be great if it can provide monitoring of ATM machines. Compatibility with other products would also be great."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"If you have 20,000 hosts, the support costs around €95,000 for a year."

"It is a true open-source solution, so there are no licensing costs."

"I was using the free, Community Edition."

"The product is an open source and free solution."

"We pay the subscription for support by year."

"This solution is completely open-source, so it is quite affordable."

"The solution is free. However, many open-sourced tools start out free but eventually start charging."

"It's an open-source solution that can be used free of charge."

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Comparison Review

it_user174738

IT Developer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

May 31, 2015

Nagios vs. Zabbix vs. PRTG vs. Spiceworks vs. Solarwinds Network Performance Monitor

I have researched a quite a few network monitoring tools which can be used for various monitoring purposes of not only the servers, but the intermediate routers as well. There are majorly three types of these softwares. Ones which are completely open-source, you can do almost anything you want…

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Answers from the Community

it_user238515

Incident and Problem Manager with 1,001-5,000 employees

Dec 9, 2019

Zabbix vs. Groundwork vs. other IT Infrastructure Monitoring tools

Please check this link also https://www.appsandreports.com/all-software-categories

2 out of 11 answers

it_user171048

Consultant at a tech services company with 10,001+ employees

May 28, 2015

Please check this link if it helps http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_network_monitoring_systems

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it_user182061

Engineer at a financial services firm

May 28, 2015

I haven't use Groundwork, but I love zabbix.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

28%

Financial Services Firm

21%

Comms Service Provider

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	56
Midsize Enterprise	23
Large Enterprise	35

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zabbix?

I think Zabbix is economical, whereas SolarWinds is expensive. SolarWinds has a lot of secure features, but Zabbix is providing everything free of cost. Zabbix is economical, and you can install it...

What needs improvement with Zabbix?

I am using only Area Operations, but I don't prefer it. I installed Zabbix for the 3000 devices. Area Operations is not good.

What is your primary use case for Zabbix?

I am still working with VMware and Area Operations, but I installed Zabbix now. I think Zabbix is better than VMware Area Operations. It's really good. I'm working with both Zabbix and VMware now.

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Overview

GroundWork Monitor streamlines IT infrastructure management with its comprehensive monitoring tools, enhancing efficiency and ensuring system reliability. Designed for professionals, it offers robust insights and simplifies complex environments.

GroundWork Monitor offers a flexible, scalable solution adept at monitoring hybrid IT environments. It effectively combines performance tracking, availability data, and comprehensive reporting to address intricate network infrastructures. Its integration capabilities support seamless operation with existing systems, contributing to optimized IT performance.

What are the key features of GroundWork Monitor?

Hybrid Monitoring: Supports both physical and virtual environments for comprehensive oversight.
Integration: Easily integrates with existing IT systems, supporting diverse technology stacks.
Customizable Dashboards: Provides customizable visuals for a personalized monitoring experience.
Advanced Analytics: Offers deep insights with detailed analytics and reporting functionality.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Improved Efficiency: Streamlines IT operations, leading to enhanced productivity.
Cost Reduction: Reduces downtime and maintenance costs through proactive monitoring.
Scalability: Supports organizational growth with flexible scaling options.
Enhanced Reliability: Minimizes operational risks by providing reliable infrastructure insights.

GroundWork Monitor is utilized across industries such as finance, healthcare, and telecommunications, where it supports critical operations through continuous monitoring. Its ability to adapt to sector-specific requirements makes it suitable for managing complex IT landscapes in specialized fields.

GroundWork

Zabbix is an open-source monitoring software that provides real-time monitoring and alerting for servers, networks, applications, and services.

It offers a wide range of features including data collection, visualization, and reporting.

With its user-friendly interface and customizable dashboards, Zabbix helps organizations ensure the availability and performance of their IT infrastructure.

Sample Customers

Swiss Life, JBFCS, Capital Markets Cooperative Research Centre

1. IBM 2. Dell 3. Cisco 4. HP 5. Oracle 6. Microsoft 7. Amazon 8. Google 9. Facebook 10. Twitter 11. LinkedIn 12. Netflix 13. Adobe 14. VMware 15. Salesforce 16. SAP 17. Intel 18. AT&T 19. Verizon 20. T-Mobile 21. Vodafone 22. Ericsson 23. Nokia 24. Siemens 25. General Electric 26. Honeywell 27. Philips 28. Sony 29. Samsung 30. LG 31. Panasonic 32. Toshiba

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