Mist AI and Cloud vs PRTG Network Monitor comparison

The compared Juniper and Paessler GmbH solutions aren't in the same category. Juniper is ranked #19 in Wireless LAN , with an average rating of 7.5, and holds a 1.8% mindshare in the category. Paessler GmbH is ranked #5 in NMS , with an average rating of 8.6, and holds a 3.1% mindshare. Additionally, 78% of Juniper users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Paessler GmbH users who would recommend it.

Mist AI and Cloud

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78% willing to recommend

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92% willing to recommend

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

ROI

Sentiment score

6.7

Mist AI and Cloud offers reliable, cost-effective solutions enhancing control, service, and ROI, despite pricing concerns.

Sentiment score

6.5

PRTG Network Monitor boosts productivity, reduces costs through user-friendly proactive alerts, minimizing downtime and optimizing system performance.

The return on investment is huge and unmatched, as the devices are not expensive and are highly beneficial for day-to-day business operations.

Chinedu Onwurah

Global Juniper Presales Engineer at Westcon-Comstor

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It provides accurate data for utilization, allowing us to monitor and optimize our investments in WAN connection capacity.

Mahmoud Abd El-Rasol

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

After introducing PRTG Network Monitor, we have saved time, and it's easy for everybody to monitor everything.

reviewer2759802

Architect at a consultancy with 1-10 employees

The implementation reduced our employee resources from 20-25 to 5-6 employees.

Madhan Cs

Senior consultant at Cambridge Institute of Technology

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

7.4

Mist AI and Cloud's customer service is effective, with fast resolutions, but some report challenges post-merger impacting satisfaction.

Sentiment score

6.7

Technical support is generally responsive and effective, with a focus on email and extensive online resources, despite varying response times.

My experience with the technical support from Juniper has been quite good; for example, if we call them, their support is quite quick, and they send a person on-site in just a few hours of reporting the cases.

Himanshu Singhal

Sr. System Analyst at NSUT

The support quality needs improvement, particularly in terms of reachability and response time after the merger.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

The issues were mainly related to response time.

Chinedu Onwurah

Global Juniper Presales Engineer at Westcon-Comstor

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They resolve our queries 24/7.

madhan kumar hs

software engineer at Capgemini

The setup process is well-documented, making it easy to deploy.

Tochukwu Uzomba

Solutions Architect at Boch Systems Company Limited

Tutorials are available so I can manage any issue with PRTG Network Monitor easily.

SikanderAli

IT Infrastructure Engineer at Atlas

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

8.6

Mist AI and Cloud offers impressive scalability and versatility, ideal for larger enterprises but may be excessive for smaller businesses.

Sentiment score

7.4

PRTG Network Monitor is scalable and adaptable, though high sensor counts may challenge servers, yet effectively supports diverse organizations.

I would rate scalability at nine out of ten.

reviewer2643210

Sr Pre-sales Network & Security Consultant at a consultancy with 1-10 employees

In terms of scalability, Mist AI and Cloud is scalable.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

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On a scale of one to ten, scalability is rated as 9.5.

Tochukwu Uzomba

Solutions Architect at Boch Systems Company Limited

PRTG Network Monitor has the ability to scale and add new devices.

SikanderAli

IT Infrastructure Engineer at Atlas

You can install them in each network, even if they are not connected, and it works.

Petr Pouzar

IT Consultant at M-COM s.r.o

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.3

Mist AI and Cloud is praised for stable performance and redundancy, despite occasional regional issues in power-related features.

Sentiment score

8.0

PRTG Network Monitor is highly stable and reliable, with minimal issues, high ratings, and continuous operation without outages.

Mist AI and Cloud is stable, and I would rate its stability as eight out of ten.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

The stability needs improvement because in many places in Delhi, it intermittently goes down due to temperature and noise in the switches.

Himanshu Singhal

Sr. System Analyst at NSUT

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We haven't needed vendor support for the last three years, which demonstrates the product's stability.

Mahmoud Abd El-Rasol

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

PRTG Network Monitor is stable in my experience, and I have not encountered issues with crashes or downtime.

Megha Pawar

Associates at Mphasis

PRTG Network Monitor is very stable and requires low maintenance.

ShubhamBharti

Software Engineer at Asahi Beverages

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Room For Improvement

Mist AI and Cloud face configuration, pricing, support, documentation, and global communication challenges, needing improved integration and user experience.

PRTG Network Monitor needs improvements in customization, integration, support, monitoring features, and cost-effectiveness for enhanced user experience.

Since the merger or integration between Mist AI and Cloud and HP, it has affected service quality negatively.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

They should focus on making their GUI more user-friendly.

Mohammed Junaid Khatib

Technical Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

From a Juniper perspective, there is a need for further improvements in the SRX and the given solution area.

reviewer2643210

Sr Pre-sales Network & Security Consultant at a consultancy with 1-10 employees

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The initial auto-discovery added too many unnecessary sensors, so auto-discovery should only take the necessary sensors into consideration.

Madhan Cs

Senior consultant at Cambridge Institute of Technology

They need to improve application performance monitoring, error tracing mechanisms, and log management.

Tochukwu Uzomba

Solutions Architect at Boch Systems Company Limited

PRTG Network Monitor should provide syslog monitoring since it is not available at this time.

SikanderAli

IT Infrastructure Engineer at Atlas

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Setup Cost

Mist AI and Cloud offers competitive pricing but varies by region and features, with some users noting high costs.

PRTG Network Monitor offers competitive pricing with flexible licensing; initial setup is costly but ongoing expenses are reasonable.

Compared with other solutions, Mist AI and Cloud is not that expensive and is considered moderate in pricing.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

Mist AI and Cloud is not an expensive tool and is very competitive.

Chinedu Onwurah

Global Juniper Presales Engineer at Westcon-Comstor

My rating for pricing is five, where ten represents a low price and one represents a high price.

Mohammed Junaid Khatib

Technical Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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The licensing part is a recurring license for every year, which is very affordable, making PRTG Network Monitor budget-friendly.

madhan kumar hs

software engineer at Capgemini

Pricing is by the number of devices, not by sensor.

Tochukwu Uzomba

Solutions Architect at Boch Systems Company Limited

The prices are very high for PRTG Network Monitor.

SikanderAli

IT Infrastructure Engineer at Atlas

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Valuable Features

Mist AI and Cloud optimize network management with AI automation, troubleshooting, real-time monitoring, and seamless IoT integration.

PRTG Network Monitor is user-friendly, offers real-time monitoring, scalability, and flexibility, making it ideal for diverse IT environments.

The AI-driven automation, like Mist, assists the network manager and operation manager in troubleshooting the wireless network by identifying signal issues and offering timely assistance.

reviewer2643210

Sr Pre-sales Network & Security Consultant at a consultancy with 1-10 employees

Mist AI and Cloud's orchestration is beneficial for troubleshooting and proactive analysis, offering proactive solutions before issues arise.

RahulSivanandan

Network Manager at Bread LLC

Marvis Action helps with alerting and monitoring, showing how many devices are down and what kinds of connectivity, DHCP, or authentication issues exist, providing alerts without the need to manually monitor all devices.

Mohammed Junaid Khatib

Technical Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

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PRTG Network Monitor already provided me with 100 free sensors, which is enough for my network monitoring.

SikanderAli

IT Infrastructure Engineer at Atlas

PRTG Network Monitor has a good dashboard that shows each and every piece of information, so we can easily find out what is happening with the systems.

reviewer2759802

Architect at a consultancy with 1-10 employees

These reports help me in my day-to-day work, and I rely on them because they provide proof during escalation, with exact downtime logs and related information.

Chandhan P

Software engineer at Bosch

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Categories and Ranking

Mist AI and Cloud

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Wireless LAN (19th)

PRTG Network Monitor

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

113

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (5th), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (4th), Cloud Monitoring Software (8th)

Mindshare comparison

Mist AI and Cloud and PRTG Network Monitor aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Mist AI and Cloud is designed for Wireless LAN and holds a mindshare of 1.8%, down 2.3% compared to last year.
PRTG Network Monitor, on the other hand, focuses on Network Monitoring Software, holds 3.1% mindshare, down 4.2% since last year.

Wireless LAN Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Mist AI and Cloud	1.8%
Aruba Wireless	12.4%
Ruckus Wireless	11.5%
Other	74.3%

Wireless LAN

Network Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
PRTG Network Monitor	3.1%
Zabbix	4.3%
SolarWinds NPM	3.6%
Other	89.0%

Network Monitoring Software

Featured Reviews

Mohammed Junaid Khatib

Technical Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Has improved troubleshooting efficiency with AI-driven insights but requires a simpler user interface

Mist AI and Cloud has integrated artificial intelligence and introduced a Marvis tool, making troubleshooting much easier compared to Cisco, Extreme, or any other vendor. The Marvis tool includes Marvis Action and Marvis Mini. In Marvis Mini, you can enter the MAC address, site name, or device name to get complete details of any issues the device is facing. If you enter the MAC address of a device, it will show the types of issues such as roaming, authentication, or IP address problems. This eliminates the need to manually search for errors on the controller. The troubleshooting has been significantly simplified through Marvis Mini, which is integrated with AI. Additionally, Marvis Action helps with alerting and monitoring, showing how many devices are down and what kinds of connectivity, DHCP, or authentication issues exist, providing alerts without the need to manually monitor all devices. Mist AI and Cloud is very effective at managing user experience through its AI capabilities. It helps reduce downtime by providing alerts that allow us to work directly on issues without waiting for system failures.

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madhan kumar hs

software engineer at Capgemini

Alerting precision has reduced incident response times and improved department-level network visibility

The auto-pause sensor during the maintenance window is good without any false alerts, and it prevents me from getting flooded with alerts during planned maintenance, helping department heads understand their own network usage better. It has reduced incident response time by giving clearer ownership of each alert, ensuring alerts go to the proper recipient. SNMP testers and auto-pause are among the best features of PRTG Network Monitor, which is particularly useful for different departments such as HR and finance, where alerts can be filtered accordingly. The alerting features and dashboard of PRTG Network Monitor are very helpful, especially in our industry. However, the dashboard can look cluttered on smaller screens, which is one negative aspect. PRTG Network Monitor has impacted us positively; we have stopped getting flooded with alerts during planned maintenance or unplanned outages. Compared to others, this gives specific alerts very quickly and helps department heads understand their own network usage better, thus reducing incident response time so that each alert has clear ownership.

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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

12%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

10%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	9
Midsize Enterprise	9
Large Enterprise	8

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	59
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	50

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Mist AI and Cloud?

AI-driven automation helps implement the solution quickly.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Mist AI and Cloud?

My rating for pricing is five, where ten represents a low price and one represents a high price.

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What needs improvement with Mist AI and Cloud?

Areas of Mist AI and Cloud that could be improved or enhanced may include coverage, because in many cases, if there are 50 users needing to connect to one access point, then the performance goes dr...

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What is the best network monitoring software for large enterprises?

PRTG network monitor is one of the best tool i have ever used for the monitoring. It have auto discovery option. it avoid the configuring the device in PRTG. It automatically discover the device an...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for PRTG Network Monitor?

The pricing was higher at the beginning, but the recurring licensing cost is affordable and reasonable. Overall, the pricing, setup cost, and licensing is fair for our industry. They have quoted us...

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What needs improvement with PRTG Network Monitor?

The reporting features look very technical and that can be improved. If they can change the report so everyone can understand it, that would be helpful.

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Also Known As

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Overview

Mist AI and Cloud offers AI-driven automation and robust network management, enabling efficient control of access points and proactive diagnostics for enhanced user experiences across different sectors.

Mist AI and Cloud is an advanced network management platform known for its AI-driven automation and real-time insights. It provides extensive analytics, self-healing Wi-Fi Assurance, and open APIs for seamless integration with IoT devices. The platform attracts organizations from industries like hospitality, education, and retail seeking stable, easy-to-deploy solutions with advanced troubleshooting tools such as Marvis. Despite its strengths, it requires enhanced configuration, documentation, and integration capabilities.

What are the key features of Mist AI and Cloud?

Center Life Management: Control access points effectively.
AI-driven Automation: Streamlines network tasks for efficiency.
Marvis: Provides advanced troubleshooting capabilities.
Self-healing Wi-Fi: Ensures uninterrupted connectivity.
Open APIs: Facilitates integration with IoT devices.

What benefits do organizations gain from Mist AI and Cloud?

Stable Connectivity: Reliable network performance.
Easy Deployment: Simplifies setup processes.
Crowd Control: Manages user densities effectively.
Analytics Support: Comprehensive insights for decision making.

In the hotel and conference venue sector, Mist AI and Cloud's capabilities support efficient location-based tracking and asset management. Academic institutions benefit from reduced on-site device numbers and automated issue resolution. Retail industries implement this solution for enhanced connectivity, viewing it as an upgrade from Cisco Wireless due to its user-friendly deployment and stability in managing network infrastructures through its cloud-based approach.

Juniper

PRTG Network Monitor offers seamless network health tracking with flexible alerting and robust scalability. Its real-time monitoring and compatibility across diverse technologies enhance operational efficiency.

PRTG Network Monitor stands out by providing intuitive dashboards and detailed reporting to efficiently monitor network health, significantly reducing manual checks. Its quick setup and comprehensive compatibility cater to diverse environments. The alert system and real-time monitoring enable proactive maintenance, while custom scripting and a broad range of sensors allow for personalized monitoring options. Enhancements are suggested in database management, integration capabilities, Unix support, pricing, application performance, and dashboard customization. Users benefit from enhanced error messaging, flexible licensing, and better training resources.

What are the key features of PRTG Network Monitor?

Ease of Use: Intuitive dashboard makes network monitoring straightforward.
Flexible Alerting: Provides prompt notifications for proactive maintenance.
Scalability: Adapts to various network sizes and complexities.
Compatibility: Works across diverse technologies and environments.
Custom Scripting: Allows tailored monitoring options for specific needs.

What benefits should users seek in PRTG Network Monitor reviews?

Operational Efficiency: Reduces the need for manual network checks.
Real-Time Monitoring: Enables instant response to potential issues.
Enhanced Infrastructure Oversight: Facilitates comprehensive management of network devices.
Proactive Maintenance: Alerts help prevent potential disruptions.
Central Dashboard: Manages infrastructure across multiple locations effectively.

In industries like IT, telecommunications, and healthcare, PRTG Network Monitor is employed for comprehensive monitoring of systems, servers, and networks. It assists in tracking uptime, connectivity, and alerts for potential issues, offering tailored options like monitoring traffic flows and hardware health through custom sensors and scripts.

Paessler GmbH

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Dartmouth, Hitachi, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Nebraska Furniture Mart, NTT, Okta

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