ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations vs Splunk AppDynamics comparison

ExtraHop Networks and Splunk are both solutions in the IT Operations Analytics category. ExtraHop Networks is ranked #14, while Splunk is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.2. ExtraHop Networks holds a 3.1% mindshare in IOA, compared to Splunk’s 18.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of ExtraHop Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 91% of Splunk users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 17, 2025

Splunk AppDynamics and ExtraHop Reveal(x) compete in IT operations, focusing on monitoring and analytics. AppDynamics excels in data integration and comprehensive analytics, while ExtraHop is superior for real-time visibility and network traffic analysis.

Features: Splunk AppDynamics integrates data smoothly and provides powerful analytics, detailed application performance management, and seamless data monitoring capabilities. ExtraHop Reveal(x) offers real-time visibility into network traffic, advanced threat detection analytics, and network traffic insights, making it ideal for security-focused operations.

Room for Improvement: Splunk AppDynamics could benefit from enhanced network traffic analysis features, improved customization options for security analytics, and refined real-time monitoring capabilities. ExtraHop Reveal(x) could enhance its data integration with third-party applications, expand its analytics capabilities beyond network traffic, and streamline its application performance tracking.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Splunk AppDynamics offers flexible deployment with comprehensive support, praised for its integration processes. ExtraHop Reveal(x) is straightforward to deploy with efficient customer service, focusing on rapid and secure implementation, catering to different operational needs.

Pricing and ROI: Splunk AppDynamics is competitively priced, offering substantial ROI through resource management and reduced downtime. ExtraHop Reveal(x) is positioned at a premium price, justified by its strong security features and immediate ROI in threat mitigation. While Splunk is known for cost-effectiveness, ExtraHop provides excellent ROI in environments prioritizing security and real-time analytics.

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Categories and Ranking

ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT O...

Ranking in IT Operations Analytics

14th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (72nd), Network Diagnostics (12th), Network Packet Capture (8th)

Splunk AppDynamics

Ranking in IT Operations Analytics

2nd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

253

Ranking in other categories

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Observability (3rd), IT Infrastructure Monitoring (6th), Mobile APM (1st), Container Monitoring (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the IT Operations Analytics category, the mindshare of ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations is 3.1%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Splunk AppDynamics is 18.6%, down from 20.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

IT Operations Analytics Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Splunk AppDynamics	18.6%
ExtraHop Reveal(x) for IT Operations	3.1%
Other	78.3%

IT Operations Analytics

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Out West

Project Manager and IT Management Consultant at a integrator with 1,001-5,000 employees

Great for identifying application interdependencies with helpful support but needs better visualizations

We're just trying to identify the application interdependencies, which normally reside on different servers, including web servers, database servers, enterprise service bus, et cetera, up to your presentation layer before we start moving stuff around. Normally, the reason why we use these tools is to understand what assets we have, where they're deployed, and how they enter and operate before we decide to go move something from point A to point B. The solution is going to allow me to establish a wave or migration plan where you have different waves of migration and then you actually have move groups to try and get your application moved from A to B seamlessly. A to B could be on-premise to on-premise. It could be on-premise to cloud. Et cetera. The solution can tell me what components can I deploy, for example, into a cloud space, without having to refactor my applications since that can be quite time-consuming and costly.

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Gyanesh Rahatekar

Back office at Reliance Industries Ltd

Application performance management and error resolution improved with data-driven insights

Dynatrace has multiple functions compared to Splunk AppDynamics, so Splunk AppDynamics should add those functions, which are not available as of now. Dynatrace has a universal agent that collects all information related to their CI, and if one CI has multiple languages, then there is no need to instrument multiple agents. However, Splunk AppDynamics requires multiple agents; if I have one server with multiple applications in different languages, then I need to instrument different agents for each application. Splunk AppDynamics should work with Dynatrace with one single universal agent that works with all application languages, eliminating the need for multiple implementations.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The most valuable features are security detections, perimeter detection, dashboards, and alerts."

"The most valuable feature is the way it handles data, from Layer 2 up to Layer 7. We can see everything that happens in the network."

"There are many valuable features in this product, but probably the biggest is the customization capability it has."

"Wire data analytics."

"This solution is more applications reference architecture focused. Its benefit is that it specializes in that space."

"Not only can you look at the protocol import level. It also has a live PCAP analysis."

"AppDynamics Browser Real-User Monitoring provides smooth connectivity to different applications."

"You have a live view of what happens when something goes wrong on the production or support side. You don't have to scramble and do guesswork. We can identify the query that creates the bottleneck or slows the performance of the database system. It can give you points on how to debug and fix the system."

"The most valuable feature is the one that enables you to have visibility into the end-users journey."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is the fact that it is very easy to use, making it easy to implement...It is a very stable solution."

"It provides a lot of data, so it helps businesses identify their user base."

"The most valuable feature is having our services being available and healthy."

"We were able to correct problems, which led to an increase in availability, time savings, and performance for our solutions."

"It provides everything into one view, so we can track information from one place to another."

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Cons

"Network visibility is something that needs to be improved."

"We'd like to see a local presence within the region in order to have seamless service whether it's the support, the implementation, or professional services."

"I would improve the Rule-Based Access Control (RBAC) by providing granular access control to the data."

"They have a new solution, ExtraHop Reveal(x), and I think it needs improvement."

"This solution would be improved if it had the ability to retain data longer."

"They either have to go broad or decide what their bread and butter is and get really good at that."

"AppDynamics Server Monitoring lacks investment in new technologies like Kubernetes and cloud solutions."

"Regarding Search Guard functionality, there is room for improvement."

"An improvement could be if the monitoring was able to be summarized into something more clear and simple for people who don't have the technical skills on the database side."

"AppDynamics could benefit from greater integration with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning."

"The solution could improve by covering more technologies. For example, it does support .NET Core applications. However, it could be a bit better."

"In the next release, I would like to see the configuration of the data and more support for new applications. It should support new languages."

"The dashboard can be better. Also, the automated reports could be improved."

"The solution's pricing could be improved and made more competitive."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of this solution for our environment is about £650,000 ($855,000 USD) for three years."

"The pricing is higher than other solutions, but with such good features, I think it's worth it."

"The pricing is fair considering the value provided."

"The licensing scheme is very complex. They need to make it easier."

"We have a license-based solution. That means you need a license for each server you monitor."

"We have purchased a few licenses for AppDynamics Database Monitoring and the price is high."

"Our purchasing experience through the AWS Marketplace has been pretty painless."

"The license for AppDynamics is procured by our customers."

"My understanding is that the price of this solution is quite high, compared to other products."

"It is not a cheap tool, but you also save in manpower to setup because it is easy and fast. At the end of the day, I think the revenue is much better. BUT, they have an awful co-term mode of licensing."

"AppDynamics is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

21%

Computer Software Company

13%

Healthcare Company

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

28%

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	3

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	55
Midsize Enterprise	36
Large Enterprise	188

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The solution saves time and cost.

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Overview

The ExtraHop Application Performance Management Solution Delivers Unified Visibility Across the IT Environment w/ Proactive Alerts & Accelerated Troubleshooting

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Splunk AppDynamics enhances application performance monitoring with advanced diagnostics and real-time insights, offering seamless end-to-end transaction tracking and infrastructure visibility.

AppDynamics provides critical tools for businesses to analyze application behavior and performance. Through innovative features like transaction snapshot analysis and adaptable dashboards, users can quickly identify and address issues, ensuring high levels of system uptime and efficiency. It is designed to support complex environments including Kubernetes and AWS, enhancing user experience by detecting performance issues early. Despite needing improvements in network monitoring and integration, it remains a robust option for tracking application health.

What are the key features of AppDynamics?

Real-time Performance Monitoring: Offers immediate insights into application behavior.
Business Transaction Tracking: Tracks transactions from start to finish for bottleneck identification.
JVM Memory Monitoring: Provides detailed JVM metrics and memory use information.
Deep-dive Diagnostics: Enables in-depth analysis of code and stack traces.
Adaptable Dashboards: Customizable views for better data interpretation.

How does AppDynamics benefit users?

Improved Incident Resolution: Faster problem detection and solution implementation.
Enhanced Application Performance: Real-time monitoring optimizes system operations.
Comprehensive Visibility: Provides a full view of application infrastructure.
Informed Decision Making: Detailed analytics guide performance improvements.
Customer Satisfaction: Enhances user experience through faster issue resolutions.

In industries like financial services and e-commerce, AppDynamics facilitates performance tracking across distributed systems, optimizing infrastructure to meet consumer demands. It excels in environments needing precise transaction monitoring and is pivotal in delivering high value and satisfaction.

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