Microsoft Network Monitor vs Zabbix comparison

Microsoft and Zabbix are both solutions in the Network Monitoring Software category. Microsoft is ranked #82, while Zabbix is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.4. Microsoft holds a 0.2% mindshare in NMS, compared to Zabbix’s 11.3% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Zabbix users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Network Monitor

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

82nd

Average Rating

0.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Zabbix

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

1st

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

103

Ranking in other categories

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Observability (9th), Server Monitoring (1st), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (1st), Cloud Monitoring Software (2nd)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of Microsoft Network Monitor is 0.2%, down from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zabbix is 11.3%, down from 12.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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ASM Naushad Alam

Network Manager at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

Allows any number of customizations but lacks functionality for finding root causes

We have not yet purchased the commercial version so have a lack of technical ability. We do not yet fully know the key points or key features of the solution. We just use what we use along with WhatsUp Gold. Based on our use only, stability is rated a seven out of ten.

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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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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Government

13%

Insurance Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Educational Organization

39%

Computer Software Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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What do you like most about Zabbix?

The template system in Zabbix is very beneficial as it saves time in configuration.

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I use the tool's free version.

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What needs improvement with Zabbix?

I'm using the free version of Zabbix, and I'd like to see more customization options, especially for setting trigger thresholds.

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Also Known As

Network Monitor, Message Analyzer, MS Network Monitor

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Overview

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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

Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, John Keells Holdings, 343 Industries, Intelbras S.A., Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System Ltd., FHI 360, ABB, City of Barcelona, Aruba Networks

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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