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Why IT pros are switching from PRTG to Auvik
| Reason | Why Auvik wins | 💬 What customers who made the switch are saying |
|---|---|---|
| Fast deployment | ✅ Under an hour | “With PRTG, we had to manually select and choose what we wanted to be monitored, which required a significant amount of setup time. In contrast, I found Auvik to be much easier to set up and get running quickly.” Dan S. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| User-friendly interface | ✅ Simple & intuitive | “We did look into ManageEngine and PRTG. Auvik was easier to get configured and it was easier to understand the data. Overall, it was more than just user-friendly and had a good price scheme.” Tim O. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Real-time mapping | ✅ Instant visualization | “Before using Auvik, we tried Zabbix and PRTG for network monitoring, but they didn’t provide the topology insights we needed. They focused more on receiving SNMP traps. Auvik stood out for its ability to give us a clear view of our network topology, which was our key requirement.” Luca T. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Alerting | ✅ Pre-configured, intelligent alerts | “The alerting is another helpful feature, as Auvik gives more timely alerts than other tools. This makes it easier to pinpoint when and what network component goes down.” Alex S. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Automated configuration backups | ✅ Included | “We used PRTG, but it did not provide configuration backup, so we used a different application to provide the configuration backup. We had to use two products to do that function before. That was part of the reason we switched to Auvik. Bringing everything into one application, and that application being able to integrate with our ticketing system, were the two big reasons.” Risk R. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Scalability | ✅ Unlimited (cloud) | “The sky’s the limit. There don’t seem to be any actual limits on the number of collectors that you’re able to deploy. We started out at 40, and we’re at 63 right now. It scales easily and effortlessly. So, I would rate it a 10 out of 10 in terms of stability.” Network Technician (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Multi-tenancy | ✅ True multi-site management | “Auvik was really the only fit for our business model, since we are an MSP. I couldn’t find anything else that met the needs of a multi-tenant environment the way Auvik does.”Jesse C. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Minimal upkeep | ✅ Cloud-hosted | “Auvik doesn’t require any maintenance after deployment… Once your collector runs, you don’t need to do much with this product because the brains are in the cloud.” Dexter M. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Integrations | ✅ Pre-built PSA & ITSM integrations | “Another thing that I love that Auvik does and that PRTG doesn’t do is the integration with a lot of our MSP tools like ConnectWise and Teams. PRTG would open tickets via an alert, but it would never close them if the alert cleared. All those tickets from PRTG would go to me and I would have to manually close them. I would get inundated with tickets. Auvik will also open a ticket but, once the alert clears, it will automatically close the ticket, saving me from having to close a lot of tickets. That too has reduced repetitive work for me by 30-50%.” Paul T. (Source: PeerSpot) |
| Predictable pricing | ✅ Pay only per critical network device — manage others free! | “Auvik is extremely fair in how they break down a billable device versus something that isn’t, especially compared to PRTG, which charges for a number of sensors. Auvik makes it really easy to understand that you aren’t going to get billed for certain things. They’re cutting themselves short, in my opinion, but I’ve never had to worry about pricing from Auvik. It’s always been very affordable.” Anthony L. (Source: PeerSpot) |
In other words:
“Auvik’s flexibility and functionality made it the best fit compared to PRTG”
– Ryan R. (Source: PeerSpot)
Key features that deliver real value
Automated network discovery
Auvik discovers your entire network topology using protocols like SNMP, CDP, and LLDP. It constructs rich, multi-layer diagrams mapping device interconnections on all levels. Full inventory details are also auto-documented for each device.
Clean network topology visualization
Auvik’s network diagram eliminates clutter. It aggregates device stacks and focuses on showing only the key physical topology. One-click drill-downs reveal hidden logical objects, and you can also expand condensed sections.
Alert overlays to identify issues fast
Auvik’s real-time alert overlay system flag your active alerts on affected devices the moment they trigger. A quick click on your device dashboard shows full details, including fault locations and likely causes.
In-depth performance monitoring
Monitor packet loss, bandwidth usage, and more with detailed insights into your network’s health. Spot performance issues and their root causes fast. Customizable thresholds alert on performance deviations, so you can take immediate action.
Smarter asset management
Access complete lifecycle details for your network assets. Make data-driven decisions on budget and vulnerability management with key info like support contracts, software versions, and security updates. Identify devices nearing end-of-life or support expiration across your infrastructure, all from one dashboard.
Capacity planning insights
View bandwidth utilization forecasts to predict growth and make informed decisions about network upgrades. Identify when and where capacity will max out, find overused links causing congestion, and get recommendations for optimizing performance by redistributing bandwidth where needed.
Pre-built & custom alerting
Get instant notifications for network issues with 60+ preconfigured alerts tailored to industry best practices, covering everything from hardware failures to config changes. With customizable options and a detailed syslog integration, you’ll have full visibility to better diagnose and resolve faults.
Config backups & comparisons
Effortlessly maintain up-to-date device configuration backups and instantly see any change that’s made. Compare any two versions to highlight changes, additions, and removals. Automatically track changes over time so you never lose track of your config history again.
“I’ve used PRTG. Auvik is simpler to deploy and the licensing model is more straightforward.”
– Cody R. (Source: PeerSpot)
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- Map your network in minutes
- Monitor unlimited sites & devices in real-time
- Reduce MTTR with 60+ ready-to-use smart alerts
- Supports SNMP, NetFlow, SSH, vendor APIs & more
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- 6 months free
- Free onboarding
- A free Ubiquiti POE switch
**Applies to new Auvik customers who sign up for a 3-year subscription of Auvik Network Management. Must show proof of being a PRTG customer with an invoice less than 12 months old. Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions. The first year of the subscription will be billed at 50%, equating to getting 6 months free.
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