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PROS

Offers reliable and consistent monitoring capabilities across varied environments.
Provides comprehensive reporting and alerting features, enhancing visibility into performance issues.
Integrates well with other tools and platforms, ensuring a seamless workflow for users.
Enables proactive detection and troubleshooting of issues, minimizing downtime.
Supports a wide range of scripting options, allowing for customized and flexible monitoring solutions.

CONS

Lacks extensive customization options
High learning curve for new users
Occasional false positives in reports
Limited integration with third-party tools
High cost compared to similar tools
 

CA App Synthetic Monitor Pros review quotes

it_user305787 - PeerSpot reviewer
Tech Specialist at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
May 5, 2016
From our experience, it really helps managers in measuring application SLAs and viewing historical performance data.
it_user583377 - PeerSpot reviewer
Advisor Architecture & Technology with 501-1,000 employees
Jan 9, 2017
Each had strengths in one area or another, but CA covered the majority of our needs end-to-end.
 

CA App Synthetic Monitor Cons review quotes

it_user305787 - PeerSpot reviewer
Tech Specialist at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
May 5, 2016
The RBMS component is limited as you can only record using Internet Explorer.
it_user583377 - PeerSpot reviewer
Advisor Architecture & Technology with 501-1,000 employees
Jan 9, 2017
Pricing makes little sense. We had examples where it would be cheaper to have two basic accounts than one intermediate.