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IxNetwork vs NetAlly EtherScope nXG comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

IxNetwork
Ranking in Network Diagnostics
11th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
NetAlly EtherScope nXG
Ranking in Network Diagnostics
1st
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
Network Troubleshooting (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Network Diagnostics category, the mindshare of IxNetwork is 1.7%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetAlly EtherScope nXG is 7.8%, up from 7.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Doug Dickerson - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 2, 2022
Handheld form factor, intuitive interface that is easy to use, helps us quickly troubleshoot network problems
It would be helpful if this product interfaced with AirWave. The battery life should be improved. The real negative to the product is the horrible battery life. We had hoped for it to be able to deliver configurations to our network switches, and I think they're developing something for that. However, it doesn't do that now. We were hoping that we would, as we replace or refresh network components, be able to use this tool to push a config file to the switch. For example, the Aruba switches that we're deploying come with a Bluetooth function where we can push configs from our phones. It would be much more convenient to use this device, rather than using our personal cell phones to do it. I think that the capability is there, but it just hasn't been figured out yet.

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"It's very expensive. I wish I could buy a few more and give them to all the people who could use it, or perhaps send it to a client, given that some of its features are easy to use. But sending something worth $8,000 or $9,000 is nerve-racking. It would be nice that if it were a lot less expensive."
"The stuff is expensive. I really do wish the price would come down. I don't really call support. I haven't had a problem. But it's really expensive and every year I have to pay them a ton of money. I don't want to make up reasons to justify that cost, but I'm not using the support."
"The cost is not cheap but it totally pays for itself because it can do so much."
"The pricing can be a little bit high for a handheld tool, mostly because, potentially, people do not understand what's in the package. However, NetAlly offers great bundled deals. We got a significantly good deal by ordering a package of these devices that had a whole test kit together. So, while it's very high, the value is certainly there, and the vendor does offer value-added features to offset that cost."
"The pricing was a little bit high, but I understand that when you are getting multiple tools."
"We paid for the additional maintenance on it (for an extra year) to get that extra coverage. This was the first time that we had this solution in-house, and it was pretty pricey. So, we wanted to make sure that anything went wrong, then we could get it repaired."
"It's the best 10Gig network tester for the price on the market."
"In terms of pricing, EtherScope isn't cheap. It's a significant investment, and not a budget option."
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Comms Service Provider
10%
Government
9%
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What do you like most about NetAlly EtherScope nXG?
Being able to do a Wi-Fi walk-around survey with a handheld tool is one of the most valuable features of NetAlly EtherScope nXG.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NetAlly EtherScope nXG?
In terms of pricing, EtherScope isn't cheap. It's a significant investment, and not a budget option.
What needs improvement with NetAlly EtherScope nXG?
The main area for improvement that stands out is the lack of a microburst dashboard, which some other vendors offer. However, NetAlly has carved out its niche by focusing on comprehensive network a...
 

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EtherScope nXG, EtherScope, netAlly EtherScope, OptiView XG
 

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