Zabbix vs Wireshark Comparison

94% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Zabbix

Network Monitoring Software

4.2 482 user ratings

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92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Wireshark

Network Monitoring Software

4.8 158 user ratings

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Overview

Description

Zabbix is a network monitoring software that allows real-time network performance monitoring and management.You can monitor internet usage, bandwidth, IP address, uptime, server etc.The software comes designed with real time analytics, diagnostic tools and web traffic reporting.It helps in resource management as well.The platform is highly scalable. Zabbix Monitoring Solution notifies you if the power supply is critical, device temperature is excessively high/low, low free disk space etc.The tool is optimized for better performance and allows 3rd party software integration. It further includes features like security authentication, templating, autodiscovery etc. Read more

Network protocol analyzer that helps businesses capture live data and track, manage and analyze network traffic at microscopic level. It is designed to help commercial enterprises, government agencies, and non-profit organizations capture and analyze network traffic over a secured connection. Read more

Pricing Options

Free Trial Not Available
Offers Free-forever plan.

Free Trial Not Available
Offers Custom plan.

SW Score & Breakdown

94% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

93%
Reviews

95%
Momentum

65%
Popularity

93%

92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

86%
Reviews

85%
Momentum

69%
Popularity

82%

Features

Total Features	9 Features	7 Features
Common Features for All	Bandwidth Monitoring Helps to monitor the amount of data transmitted in a specified amount of time. Diagnostic Tools Helps to conduct performance testing and network configuration to identify issues on a computer. IP Address Monitoring Assists in daily managing and monitoring DNS name, IP, and MAC address of a network Internet Usage Monitoring Enables users to monitor and control the use of internet facility in an organization like preventing someone to access unsafe sites Real Time Analytics Facilitates analyzing the data rightly as soon as the data enters the system Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. SLA Monitoring Helps to tackle every critical aspect of service-level agreement (SLA) contract that in turn helps to monitor network performance Server Monitoring Helps monitoring server's system resources like Network, CPU Usage, Memory Consumption, I/O, etc. to facilitate offering a better customer experience Uptime Monitoring Monitors and ensures the availability and reliability of the network and its applications when users need them Web Traffic Reporting Provides detailed reports on network traffic to help and manage it efficiently + 6 More - Show Less	Bandwidth Monitoring Helps to monitor the amount of data transmitted in a specified amount of time. Diagnostic Tools Helps to conduct performance testing and network configuration to identify issues on a computer. IP Address Monitoring Assists in daily managing and monitoring DNS name, IP, and MAC address of a network Internet Usage Monitoring Enables users to monitor and control the use of internet facility in an organization like preventing someone to access unsafe sites Real Time Analytics Facilitates analyzing the data rightly as soon as the data enters the system Resource Management Resource management is the process by which businesses manage their various resources effectively. Those resources can be intangible – people and time – and tangible – equipment, materials, and finances. SLA Monitoring Helps to tackle every critical aspect of service-level agreement (SLA) contract that in turn helps to monitor network performance Server Monitoring Helps monitoring server's system resources like Network, CPU Usage, Memory Consumption, I/O, etc. to facilitate offering a better customer experience Uptime Monitoring Monitors and ensures the availability and reliability of the network and its applications when users need them Web Traffic Reporting Provides detailed reports on network traffic to help and manage it efficiently + 4 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud	SaaS/Web/Cloud
Modes of Support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	NA

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.2/5 482 user ratings	4.8/5 158 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 36.5% Very Good 51.7% Average 8.3% Poor 3.3% Terrible 0.2%	Excellent 80.4% Very Good 18.4% Average 1.3% Poor 0% Terrible 0%
User Sentiments	Customizable Monitoring, Comprehensive Monitoring Capabilities, Open Source, Real-Time Alerting Steep Learning Curve, Outdated User Interface, Complicated Setup Process, Limited Reporting Functionality	Not Available
Review Summary	Overall, users find the software easy to use, praising its intuitive interface, user-friendly dashboards, and customizable features. It is lauded for its comprehensive monitoring capabilities, including network monitoring, server monitoring, and application monitoring, with users appreciating its ability to detect and alert on issues promptly. However, some users have reported occasional bugs and performance issues, and a few have expressed concerns about the complexity of the software and the need for specialized skills for full utilization.	Wireshark is widely praised as a powerful, free, and comprehensive packet analyzer for network troubleshooting and security analysis. Users particularly appreciate its deep packet inspection capabilities, protocol filters, and support for multiple platforms. While its learning curve can be steep for beginners, its vast online resources and community support mitigate this challenge. Some users noted performance issues with large log files and expressed a desire for a more intuitive user interface. Overall, Wireshark is a valuable tool for network professionals, but its complexity requires a certain level of expertise.
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Not Available Offers Free-forever plan.	Free Trial Not Available Offers Custom plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	Zabbix Free	Wireshark Custom
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