LiveAction LiveNX vs ManageEngine OpManager comparison

BlueCat and ManageEngine are both solutions in the Network Monitoring Software category. BlueCat is ranked #29 with an average rating of 7.8, while ManageEngine is ranked #9 with an average rating of 8.4. BlueCat holds a 0.7% mindshare in NMS, compared to ManageEngine’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 81% of BlueCat users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 81% of ManageEngine users who would recommend it.

LiveAction LiveNX

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ManageEngine OpManager

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81% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 10, 2024

ManageEngine OpManager and LiveAction LiveNX compete in the network monitoring solutions category. Users prefer ManageEngine OpManager for pricing and support, while LiveAction LiveNX is favored for its network monitoring features, justifying its higher price.

Features: ManageEngine OpManager offers robust device and network monitoring, automation capabilities to restart services upon failure, and comprehensive reporting for executives. Its features include threshold definitions, monitoring alerts, and device backup management. LiveAction LiveNX provides real-time network visualization, analytics, and clear graphical interfaces for bandwidth management. It supports critical alert settings and integrates well with Cisco SD-WAN solutions.

Room for Improvement: ManageEngine OpManager users report issues with change control during upgrades, such as database impacts and UI inconsistencies. Desired improvements include AI features, better documentation, and enhanced local support. LiveAction LiveNX could improve multi-tenancy capabilities and API integration with non-Cisco platforms, and its documentation and customer support need development.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both products offer on-premise deployment solutions. ManageEngine OpManager faces deployment difficulties in areas with less experienced support. LiveAction LiveNX receives positive feedback on customer service and technical support, though it has limited 24/7 coverage.

Pricing and ROI: ManageEngine OpManager is noted for competitive pricing and quick ROI due to reduced administrative overheads, offering flexible licensing with optional discounts for existing users. LiveAction LiveNX is more expensive but is effective for extensive site monitoring, avoiding per-user charges. Both demonstrate rapid ROI through improved uptime and streamlined operations.

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Categories and Ranking

LiveAction LiveNX

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

29th

Average Rating

7.2

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IT Infrastructure Monitoring (30th)

ManageEngine OpManager

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

9th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of LiveAction LiveNX is 0.7%, down from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ManageEngine OpManager is 1.6%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Ashwani Bansal

Senior Solution Consultant at Orange

Network management and diagnostics improved through effective monitoring and reporting capabilities

The solution is handy. I have not used that particular feature. Maintenance is required for the system. If you want to use something on the endpoints or end-user devices, then using LiveAction LiveNX in place of other tools would be quite beneficial. The solution impacts operational costs and resources. On a scale of 1-10, I rate LiveAction LiveNX a nine.

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Charles A

Deputy Director at Access Healthcare Services Pvt Ltd

Reporting features improve operational efficiency while weekend support needs enhancement

Support is moderate and needs improvement, especially during weekends when technicians perform upgrades. During weekends, they need to provide more support to ensure a smooth transition. There is a call for ManageEngine OpManager to scale better in automation and AI functionality. Although the product stability is good, support enhancement is necessary to enable better planning for upgrades and maintenance activities.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"On a scale of 1-10, I rate LiveAction LiveNX a nine."

"The intention and the idea of the filter is great."

"The alerting feature is very good because it allows you to set MOS alerts at various network junctures or data points."

"LiveAction LiveNX provides valuable real-time and historical network traffic visualization capabilities that help monitor and analyze network performance."

"Its analytical capability is really good."

"We don't have any complaints about the software. According to my team, it's a very good tool that's very intuitive."

"The product has a very good graphical interface."

"All in all, LiveAction LiveNX has become an indispensable tool for maintaining and improving our network's reliability and performance, ultimately supporting our organization's goal of providing timely and dependable delivery services."

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"The most valuable feature is the monitoring alerts. The administrators are immediately notified and can do the required action immediately. This is the feature we value and use the most."

"We use the solution to monitor links. It also helps us to track servers and monitor logs."

"This is a good general monitoring system that has all the features we require and they constantly update with new capabilities."

"Defining thresholds and other alerting criteria is fairly simple and would not require a lot of training. This is very useful if you are managing a large environment."

"OpManager can monitor network utilization, downtime, and services in real time."

"The dashboard, versatility and larger horizon are valuable."

"Some of the useful features are NetFlow and analytics."

"The most valuable feature of ManageEngine OpManager makes it easy to monitor all the network alerts on the application."

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Cons

"This is a horrible solution and I think everything needs to be improved."

"Improved documentation and more responsive customer support can help in addressing issues faster."

"Sometimes the solution does not register devices properly and that is a bug."

"The only downside to this software is the price."

"The product is weak in multi-tenancy. We have to install multiple instances of LiveAction, whereas we would like to build it once for our customers."

"The tool crashes sometimes when we try to pull reports simultaneously."

"It is not as robust as other NPM solutions. For instance, there is a problem while labeling specific applications. It works well with well-known applications, but when you have to put in new applications that are not very known and set them up with names, ports, URLs, or some protocols, it is not as intuitive."

"Maintenance is required for the system."

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"You cannot resolve 100 percent of the issues yourself. You would need to reach out to the support. It needs to be cheaper."

"The integration with various OEM products could be simplified."

"WMI and SNMP integration with the domain controller should be seamless"

"We would like link monitoring included. At times we need to monitor those specific links closely."

"What I'd like ManageEngine OpManager to improve on is artificial intelligence. In particular, the machine learning feature should be integrated with the sensor flow. Doing this will give leverage, especially when you look at other products such as the Cisco DNA Center. When a switch goes down, I should be able to build on the correlation of other physical devices it's connected to so that I can integrate that with my CA CMDB. The ManageEngine OpManager team needs to draw a long-term roadmap where that feature becomes an integral part of the solution because right now, machine learning in ManageEngine OpManager is a long process. The solution doesn't have MLS search and I want to see ML being developed and applied for CA CMDB to greatly reduce the burden of tying everything. For example, if I have a data center switch that goes down now, I should know what server it's connected to, and when that switch goes down at twenty-four ports, I would get twenty-four alerts for different devices plugged in. I should be able to make a correlation that the major problem lies in the switch and not with the twenty-four elements connected to that switch. That is where machine learning should come into play and the ManageEngine OpManager AI should indicate "This is where the root of your problem is." It could be difficult, but this is a feature that should be improved or added to the solution."

"The licensing model is confusing."

"I would like to see more capabilities and specific profiles built for the manufacturing sector."

"The pricing could be cheaper. The initial integration does cost a bit."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's very expensive."

"The solution is fairly expensive compared to other products."

"We use the free version."

"ManageEngine OpManager is cheaper than SolarWinds."

"We have a standard license for ManageEngine OpManager. We purchased the license for one year and now we are upgrading it soon."

"The initial cost is low and the add-ons are reasonable."

"The solution is highly affordable"

"The product is not worth the money."

"Pricing for ManageEngine OpManager depends on the number of nodes you onboard and whatever pricing is reflected on the ManageEngine portal which offers discounts from ten percent to fifteen percent. It purely depends on the sales volume and the negotiation. In my organization, there are about one thousand two hundred nodes which cost around $29,000 per year. There's no additional support fee or maintenance fee from ManageEngine OpManager. Pricing for the solution is highly competitive and I would rate it five out of five. ManageEngine OpManager is one of the most competitive options out there."

"The solution's licensing costs are yearly and based on the number of applications."

"The price for ManageEngine OpManager is average."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about LiveAction LiveNX?

The product has a very good graphical interface.

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What needs improvement with LiveAction LiveNX?

In my use cases, I do not see any improvements needed. The solution could potentially integrate with Azure, AWS, and multi-cloud networks.

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What is your primary use case for LiveAction LiveNX?

For observability, I use ThousandEyes, LiveSP, and LiveAction LiveNX for service provider networks. I am actually a service provider, and I use it for my SD-WAN clients. I usually use it with my en...

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What do you like most about ManageEngine OpManager?

The product provides intensive reports.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ManageEngine OpManager?

The pricing was okay. However, it has been increasing a lot lately. The product is not worth the money.

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What needs improvement with ManageEngine OpManager?

For the implementation part, I am facing issues when configuring the business view. When I create the business view, I experience problems with the port interface. When I add the interface, I am co...

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Also Known As

LiveNX

OpManager

Overview

LiveAction develops IT visibility solutions designed to simplify network management. Initially developed to aid the US Department of Defense in the operation of its networks, LiveNX (Network Experience) features an innovative visual display, real-time big data analytics and deep control of routers and switches for unparalleled network administration. LiveNX accelerates troubleshooting with its QoS control, application-aware, and WAN functionality developed through engineering partnerships with Cisco Systems.

BlueCat

ManageEngine OpManager is a network, server, and virtualization monitoring software that helps SMEs, large enterprises and service providers manage their data centers and IT infrastructure efficiently and cost effectively. Automated workflows, intelligent alerting engines, configurable discovery rules, and extendable templates enable IT teams to setup a 24x7 monitoring system within hours of installation.

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Sample Customers

Tampa Electric, Digital First Media, Allscripts, Boxwood Technology

Bonita, Thorp Reed & Armstrong, Galaxy, Fiserv Credit Union Division, Universitas 21 Global, ERP Suites LLC

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