AppViewX AUTOMATION+ vs VMware NSX comparison

AppViewX and Broadcom are both solutions in the Network Automation category. AppViewX is ranked #24, while Broadcom is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.5. AppViewX holds a 0.9% mindshare in NA, compared to Broadcom’s 4.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of AppViewX users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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88% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between AppViewX AUTOMATION+ and VMware NSX based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

AppViewX AUTOMATION+

Ranking in Network Automation

24th

Average Rating

10.0

Reviews Sentiment

8.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware NSX

Ranking in Network Automation

3rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

106

Ranking in other categories

Network Virtualization (2nd), Cloud and Data Center Security (2nd), Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) (5th), Network Detection and Response (NDR) (7th), Microsegmentation Software (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Network Automation category, the mindshare of AppViewX AUTOMATION+ is 0.9%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware NSX is 4.2%, up from 3.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Automation Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
VMware NSX	4.2%
AppViewX AUTOMATION+	0.9%
Other	94.9%

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reviewer1292271

Network Architect at a sports company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Good automation, statistics gathering, and reporting, with helpful technical support

The initial setup is simple. It took a few weeks to set up and test, before going live. There is some maintenance required. We have to allocate the storage often. We have a team within App Ux, the vendor, who supports us, and the engineering team within the F5M security team manages that.

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TAIYAB HASAN

Windows Redhat Linux Vmware & Azure & Cloud & Nutanix Ahv-Vmware & Backup Senior System Administrator at AlDawaa Medical Services

Has improved network visibility and security through micro-segmentation and SDN capabilities

This feature gives us flexibility and allows us to manage everything under one pane. We can see everything on one console, including network operations and behavior. Monitoring and security are among the best features for VMware NSX. For micro-segmentation, it's integrated with our endpoint security. If there are any issues with servers or VMs, it notifies us so we can isolate the servers and investigate. It provides distributed security features such as firewall and intrusion, IDS, IPS. The security level with IPS and IDS in VMware NSX is excellent. It also provides logical switching and routing which gives an extra layer for Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching requirements. The solution provides flexibility, automation, and self-service capabilities, resulting in cost savings as extensive expertise isn't required. Once automation and self-service are implemented, many tasks can be completed automatically. Load balancing is another excellent feature. Multiple servers can run on load balancing features, which is particularly useful since we have many application servers running. Sharing loads between servers provides the best performance.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The features that I have found to be the most valuable are the collecting of statistics, reporting, and implementing changes to particular environments on a scheduled basis with no manual intervention."

"It's a beneficial tool."

"NSX can reduce costs and has good service. It is easy for you and your users to use."

"This feature gives us flexibility and allows us to manage everything under one pane; we can see everything on one console, including network operations and behavior."

"NSX gives us the ability to put our network, NSX, onto any network there is, which allows us not to have to go to the network team to create networks our VLANs for networks."

"We like that everything is integrated."

"The we can actually extend Layer 2 networking across datacenters, and also Layer 3 networking, which comes along with it."

"Overall, for me, it's a good solution and has been working well."

"This is the most scalable product of its type."

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Cons

"Anything to do with storage needs improvement."

"There could be an improvement in regards to security."

"There is room for improvement in VMware NSX's workload management, particularly in the orchestration layer and in managing workloads across multiple clouds."

"The tool's setup is complex and we need support to implement it."

"The licensing model is expensive and could be more flexible, especially after Broadcom bought VMware. It made it an expensive licensing model with no other options to take something specific from the license itself."

"The cost of the solution has room for improvement."

"It lacks full knowledge of physical side of the network topology."

"VMware NSX only supports some platforms like KVM."

"If you're worried that NSX is too complex, I would tell you to take another look. If you compare NSX to a similar solution you might find it to be a bit more complex. Usually, the guy that comes in to implement NSX isn't the network guy and will lack the knowledge for the program. He can lack the knowledge for this program and will therefore think it's complex. You need somebody with network experience."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing is reasonable. It's not cheap, but it's not expensive, it's in the middle."

"I was not involved in the purchase of the solution but I hear it is on the expensive side."

"I would rate the pricing of VMware NSX as seven out of ten"

"Pricing and licensing could be improved as we are a government entity. Lower pricing could always help."

"The product pricing ranges from medium to expensive. I rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"VMware NSX is a cheaper product compared to its competitor, Cisco."

"The price of VMware NSX is reasonable."

"The price is significantly high and it can be a hurdle for many potential users."

"We are using the free version of the solution."

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Financial Services Firm

12%

Computer Software Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	23
Large Enterprise	69

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Also Known As

AUTOMATION+

VMware Nicira, Lastline Defender

Overview

The AppViewX AUTOMATION+ product enables the Application Delivery Automation and Network Security Automation solutions on our AppViewX Platform. AUTOMATION+ helps Enterprise IT manage, automate and orchestrate application delivery and network security services. AUTOMATION+ provides an application-centric view into the state of the application delivery and network security infrastructure running in multi-cloud environments. Application, network, and security engineers may self-service and initiate automation workflows that deliver compliance and true business agility.

AppViewX

VMware NSX is a comprehensive tool for network virtualization and security, offering advanced features like micro-segmentation and multi-cloud networking to enhance scalability and management efficiency within enterprises.

VMware NSX revolutionizes enterprise networking by integrating security and scalability into one streamlined platform. With capabilities like dynamic policy updates and automation, it simplifies complex configurations and provides robust API integration. Its support for Layer 4 and 7 load balancing, along with its seamless integration in multi-cloud environments, makes it a preferred choice among companies. Although deployment speed and management console features require refinement, NSX is an effective solution for private cloud and hybrid environments, enabling centralized orchestration and management of complex networks.

What are the key features of VMware NSX?

Micro-segmentation: Provides secure, granular network segmentation for enhanced security.
Distributed Firewall: Offers policy-driven firewall capabilities across all network endpoints.
Automation: Enables dynamic policy updates and simplifies network configurations.
API Integration: Facilitates seamless third-party integrations and improves configuration processes.
Multi-Cloud Networking: Supports seamless integration across various cloud environments.

What benefits and ROI should users consider?

Scalability: Offers significant improvements in network scalability and management efficiency.
Security: Ensures enhanced security through advanced features like micro-segmentation.
Cost-Effectiveness: Potential to reduce costs through network automation and efficiency improvements.
Flexibility: Supports various enterprise requirements with its comprehensive feature set.

In the tech industry, VMware NSX is instrumental in managing private and hybrid cloud environments, allowing companies to replace traditional networking with software-defined networks. In finance, it helps secure transactional data through micro-segmentation. Healthcare organizations leverage its flexibility for managing sensitive patient information securely and integrating cloud services.

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Sample Customers

Ups, Uber, BMW Group, MetLife, tieto

City of Avondale, Lumeta, Kroll Ontrack, Heartland Payment Systems, Baystate Heallth, Exostar, Tribune Media, iGATE, NTT Communications, Synergent, California Natural Resources Agency, Bloomington Public Schools, Columbia Sportswear, Join Experience S.A, Schuberg Philis

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