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AWS CloudFormation vs SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager comparison

Amazon Web Services (AWS) and SolarWinds are both solutions in the Configuration Management category. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.6, while SolarWinds is ranked #15 with an average rating of 7.7. Amazon Web Services (AWS) holds a 3.4% mindshare in CM, compared to SolarWinds’s 2.4% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Amazon Web Services (AWS) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of SolarWinds users who would recommend it.
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Microsoft Intune
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94% willing to recommend
AWS CloudFormation
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97% willing to recommend
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95% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 25, 2026

SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager and AWS CloudFormation compete in the IT management and infrastructure fields. AWS CloudFormation holds an advantage in automation with its infrastructure-as-code capabilities, making it suitable for AWS environments.

Features: SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager offers configuration backup automation, security vulnerability detection, and compliance reporting, ideal for managing complex networks. AWS CloudFormation facilitates automation with support for YAML and JSON scripting, reusable code, and ease in creating repeatable environments.

Room for Improvement: SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager needs better report generation and third-party plugin integration. Users have noted issues with error logs and the need for better network performance monitor integration. AWS CloudFormation can enhance cross-account reference handling and error management, expand support for cloud providers, and offer more flexible template creation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is typically deployed on-premises, fitting certain corporate strategies but potentially requiring more resources than cloud options. Technical support response times need improvement. AWS CloudFormation's public cloud design simplifies deployment within AWS, supported by generally positive 24/7 customer service.

Pricing and ROI: SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager has scalable licensing costs tied to deployment size, considered expensive but justified by its features, offering decent ROI through efficiency in network management. AWS CloudFormation is free to use, with costs linked to AWS resource usage, making it cost-effective for managing AWS-centric operations.

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.0
Companies report cost savings, enhanced security, and productivity benefits from Microsoft Intune, especially when bundled with Microsoft 365.
Sentiment score
5.0
Organizations saw 100% ROI with AWS CloudFormation in three years, valuing it for preventing losses during site downtime.
Sentiment score
7.2
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager offers valuable automation and compliance features, enhancing ROI by reducing engineer reliance and improving issue resolution.
Everything we've gained from it makes my job easier day after day, and I see value in it as an engineer.
AndreaReynolds
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Microsoft Intune not only saves costs by reducing the number of personnel needed but also offers a comprehensive solution for managing laptops, applications, security, individual access, and enrollment.
Bharath Bharadwaj
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
With Microsoft Intune, tasks such as device provisioning, policy deployment, application delivery, and compliance enforcement require less manual effort than in more traditional management models.
Simone Termine
Endpoint Cloud Solution Architect at Lutech
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No quotes available
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Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.6
Microsoft Intune's customer support is inconsistent, with varying experiences depending on the support package, indicating room for improvement.
Sentiment score
6.2
AWS CloudFormation support is efficient and knowledgeable, though non-production response times and non-critical inquiries need improvement.
Sentiment score
6.6
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager's support is generally satisfactory, but users desire faster response times and better ticket prioritization.
When a support ticket is submitted, it directly reaches someone with Intune support expertise.
Joseph Merusi
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
When I contacted Microsoft, they had the same expertise, if not more, which is phenomenal because I felt heard and my problem was solved.
AndreaReynolds
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Sometimes, the support provided is excellent, and the representative is knowledgeable, while other times, the service needs improvement.
Jeff Wickham
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
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While this might be acceptable for some, it can be lengthy depending on the urgency of the issue.
Mbula Mboma
AWS Cloud Re-Start Program Specialist at Orange RDC (Congo)
Free support for AWS CloudFormation is not provided, and while some support is understandable due to its complexity, assistance for service-related issues should be accessible without a cost.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
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Technical support is limited but generally acceptable as we possess skilled personnel, making us less dependent on SolarWinds.
Yashokanth Partkunan
Managed Services Engineer at Loop1 Systems
SolarWinds tech support is a strong point.
Alastair Brand
MD at Thembanet
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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Microsoft Intune is highly scalable, efficiently managing diverse organizational sizes and infrastructures with broad user satisfaction despite minor OS issues.
Sentiment score
6.7
AWS CloudFormation is scalable, user-friendly, and praised for security, though it needs better interactivity and tool compatibility.
Sentiment score
7.6
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is highly scalable, supporting thousands of devices efficiently for varying enterprise sizes, despite past issues.
The scalability of Microsoft Intune is ten out of ten.
reviewer2595288
Solutions Architect at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Ideally, we want to automatically segregate devices based on user properties like primary use, but currently, dynamic groups seem limited to device properties.
reviewer2595294
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
It supports organizations with 200 endpoints and those with more than 15,000 endpoints.
Martijn Van De Weijenberg
Director at Provisioned
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Splitting CloudFormation into multiple formations results in changes to resources like API gateway URLs and Cognito pools, which causes issues, especially when trying to maintain consistency across resources.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
Adjusting capacity and functionality is a fundamental use.
Mbula Mboma
AWS Cloud Re-Start Program Specialist at Orange RDC (Congo)
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The product is scalable as SolarWinds increased its licensing capacity from supporting 12,000 devices to 48,000 devices with stack licenses.
Yashokanth Partkunan
Managed Services Engineer at Loop1 Systems
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Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Microsoft Intune is highly rated for stability, offering seamless device management with occasional syncing issues but 99% uptime.
Sentiment score
6.6
AWS CloudFormation is considered stable and efficient, with high user ratings despite occasional issues during complex operations.
Sentiment score
7.6
Users praise SolarWinds NCM for stability and performance, but mention occasional issues from OS updates and system specifications.
We have not experienced downtime, bugs, or glitches.
Alan Barrett
Head of IT at TWM SOLICITORS LLP
It appears Microsoft Intune undergoes changes without informing customers.
Jesper Boenigk
Support Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
In my experience, Microsoft Intune is a stable platform as it is a cloud-based service, and updates are regularly delivered by Microsoft.
Borhen Issaoui
IT Administrator at Newrest Inflight España, S.A
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It has been reliable and efficient in all my deployments.
Mbula Mboma
AWS Cloud Re-Start Program Specialist at Orange RDC (Congo)
Data loss can occur when splitting or scaling applications due to changes in resources.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
It's a service that has been around for years, and it handles large complex deployments and updates with very good consistency.
Sridivya Chillappa
application security engineer at Hyperspace IT India
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Room For Improvement

Microsoft Intune requires better compatibility, user interface enhancements, cost-effectiveness, security, and third-party integration for improved user experience.
AWS CloudFormation is complex, lacks multi-cloud support, and users desire better error handling, GUI, and automation features.
SolarWinds requires improvements in report generation, compliance, AI features, integration, device support, interface, security, automation, and performance.
Features like unlocking devices sometimes fail, and the support offered for other operating systems is insufficient.
Thomas Howard
Strategy & Portfolio Advisor at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees
There are communication issues, so you might start working with a feature without knowing if it will be deprecated six months from now.
Joseph Merusi
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Many third-party companies offer single-pane-of-glass reporting that shows you what your update environment looks like, how your patch is doing, application status, etc., but Intune's reporting is not intuitive.
Jeff Wickham
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
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It presents challenges for users unfamiliar with coding, posing as a barrier to fully utilizing CloudFormation.
Mbula Mboma
AWS Cloud Re-Start Program Specialist at Orange RDC (Congo)
Creating microservices and connecting multiple APIs into a single API gateway can be challenging; documentation should address specific needs.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
Managing the correct order of resource creation and some updates can be tricky, especially with interdependent resources.
Sridivya Chillappa
application security engineer at Hyperspace IT India
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Currently, there are limitations in performing tasks without logging into routers directly.
Yashokanth Partkunan
Managed Services Engineer at Loop1 Systems
I would like to see more features in terms of wireless reporting and more historical information for client connectivity in SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager.
Alastair Brand
MD at Thembanet
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Setup Cost

Microsoft Intune is competitively priced, especially with Microsoft 365, though may challenge smaller businesses with its standalone cost.
AWS CloudFormation is cost-effective and scalable, charging only for deployed resources, but unexpected costs may arise without careful management.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager offers reliable features with prices from $1,000-$30,000 yearly, despite initial setup challenges.
Introductory professional services, like a fast-track service, were included with our E5 membership, and there have been no additional costs.
reviewer2595750
Senior Systems Architect IV at a aerospace/defense firm with 10,001+ employees
The Intune suite and add-ons, such as batch management and remote help, are costly.
Mahmoud-Eldeep
Technical Sales Professional (Microsoft Modern Workplace) at Alnafitha IT
It costs approximately forty euros per user per month.
Gintaras_Navickas
Cyber Security Officer at Gudu
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AWS CloudFormation is free.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
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The licensing costs of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager are expensive, but considering its reliability, feature enhancements, and support, it is worthwhile.
Alastair Brand
MD at Thembanet
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Valuable Features

Microsoft Intune excels in integration, security, and remote management, streamlining device management and reducing IT overhead with ease.
AWS CloudFormation enables automation and scalable deployments with nested stacks, YAML/JSON support, easy configuration, and seamless AWS integration.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager automates backups, compliance, and upgrades while enhancing security and network performance with real-time insights.
Intune excels in configuration and compliance management for Windows 10, ensuring devices receive timely updates and adhere to organizational standards.
reviewer2563299
Microsoft Practice Lead at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Dynamic groups allow us to set conditions for automatic membership, eliminating the need for user intervention or manual review and ensuring a seamless workflow.
reviewer2595294
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management.
Martijn Van De Weijenberg
Director at Provisioned
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I can see the entire infrastructure and its connections through code.
Mbula Mboma
AWS Cloud Re-Start Program Specialist at Orange RDC (Congo)
Managing, maintaining, and deploying become easier as it allows the creation of the same resources on multiple accounts, making it efficient for infrastructure management.
Kishor Kawale
Full-stack Developer / AWS Architect at Mantiqh Technologies
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The solution facilitates compliance reporting through an NCM module, effectively generating out-of-the-box reports on software vulnerabilities and outdated software versions.
Alastair Brand
MD at Thembanet
Configuration pushing, upgrade capabilities, job backup, configuration backup, and real-time configuration change monitoring are highly beneficial features of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager.
Yashokanth Partkunan
Managed Services Engineer at Loop1 Systems
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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Intune
Sponsored
Ranking in Configuration Management
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
334
Ranking in other categories
Remote Access (2nd), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (1st), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (1st), Microsoft Security Suite (1st)
AWS CloudFormation
Ranking in Configuration Management
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
37
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SolarWinds Network Configur...
Ranking in Configuration Management
15th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
Network Automation (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Configuration Management category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 6.9%, down from 10.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of AWS CloudFormation is 3.4%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager is 2.4%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Configuration Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune6.9%
AWS CloudFormation3.4%
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager2.4%
Other87.3%
Configuration Management
 

Featured Reviews

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AkashKamble
Sr MacOS specialist engineer at Cyber24
Enables management of multiple operating systems with a single license
The best feature is that it's a Microsoft product, so if anything goes wrong, we get quick support for anything required. Remote system functionality allows us to sit anywhere and take control of any device via remote management. We can enhance security for clients' laptops with built-in Microsoft Defender, which is available with the Microsoft Intune license. We use it for reporting purposes through endpoint analytics. When pushing scripting, there are two types available: remediation script and reservation script. Through endpoint analytics, you can push defender policies to clients. It helps with reporting, inventory updates, and monitoring tenant status health.
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Sridivya Chillappa
application security engineer at Hyperspace IT India
Automation and consistency in infrastructure deployment provide a robust foundation
When it comes to the challenges with AWS CloudFormation, I faced a few challenges. One challenge is associated with large infrastructures; the template can become very long and hard to manage. Sometimes, the error messages during stack creation or update can be very hard to troubleshoot. Managing the correct order of resource creation and some updates can be tricky, especially with interdependent resources. If a stack update fails halfway and rolls back, it sometimes leaves the resources in an inconsistent state. AWS imposes a limit on stack size and the number of resources per stack, which can be quite constrained for large deployments. Despite all this, once we have experience, we can overcome these challenges very easily. Stack creation or updates can be slower than expected, especially with large and complex resources, and certain resource types or dependencies can add to the wait time. Nevertheless, AWS offers a way to optimize performance by breaking large templates into nested stacks. It's very capable, but there is room for improvement in speed.
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Alastair Brand
MD at Thembanet
Flexibility and reliability enable effective network monitoring with integrations and compliance reporting
The flexibility and reliability of SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager are particularly valuable. It allows for a significant amount of integrations, including with collaboration platforms like Microsoft Teams and Telegram, as well as ServiceNow and Microsoft BI. The solution facilitates compliance reporting through an NCM module, effectively generating out-of-the-box reports on software vulnerabilities and outdated software versions. Additionally, the real-time change detection feature significantly reduces the time to resolve issues by allowing alerts to be tracked through to resolution. The use of templates helps in deploying configuration standards, preventing configuration errors.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Government
8%
Government
13%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
8%
University
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business124
Midsize Enterprise53
Large Enterprise167
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise17
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise8
 

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager
CloudFormation
SolarWinds NCM
 

Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?
  • Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
  • Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
  • Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
  • Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
  • Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.
What benefits and ROI can users expect?
  • Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
  • Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
  • Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
  • Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

Microsoft

AWS CloudFormation provides a common language for you to model and provision AWS and third party application resources in your cloud environment. AWS CloudFormation allows you to use programming languages or a simple text file to model and provision, in an automated and secure manner, all the resources needed for your applications across all regions and accounts. This gives you a single source of truth for your AWS and third party resources.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Before you monitor your network, configure it! A reliable and secure network starts with carefully planned, executed, and monitored network configuration and change management. SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager (NCM) saves time and improves network reliability and security by managing configurations, changes, and compliance for routers, switches, and other network devices from Cisco, Juniper, HP, Dell, Brocade, Aruba, Rukus, and more.
SolarWinds
 

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