SolarWinds ipMonitor vs Zabbix comparison

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between SolarWinds ipMonitor and Zabbix based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Network Monitoring Software solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed SolarWinds ipMonitor vs. Zabbix Report (Updated: September 2026).

SolarWinds ipMonitor vs. Zabbix

September 2026

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

Categories and Ranking

SolarWinds ipMonitor

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

81st

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

64th

Average Rating

6.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Zabbix

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

1st

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

109

Ranking in other categories

Application Performance Monitoring (APM) and Observability (11th), Server Monitoring (1st), Cloud Monitoring Software (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of SolarWinds ipMonitor is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zabbix is 3.6%, down from 11.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Zabbix	3.6%
SolarWinds ipMonitor	0.4%
Other	96.0%

Network Monitoring Software

Featured Reviews

Masud Alam

Manager at Optimum Origens Inc.

IP address management improves network efficiency but licensing cost could decrease

We are using SolarWinds for NPM and NCM, and we use IP address management for IP address monitoring. It helps us track which IP address is live and which is not. It also provides DHCP reservation and allows us to declare IP addresses for our integration. We have been using it for IP address…

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KamranBhatti

Network Engineer at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Helps reduce response time but has room to improve customization complexity

We are not working on simple standalone solutions like Kaspersky DDoS Protection or Hybrid Cloud Security. Once you understand Zabbix, then it is easy to customize those web pages and graphs for our customer use. It is fully automated to your requirements. Zabbix is working fine with no issues, and I am satisfied with it. We have combined Zabbix and SolarWinds. The integration works fine, and it is easy to integrate Zabbix with the IT environment. We were trying to purchase MDR (Managed Detection and Response), but we are not working on that. I don't have real experience with MDR. We are using Falcon software for that. We are working with Falcon Complete, not with Sandbox. We are not using Kaspersky for business or cloud protection. For that, we are using Zabbix CrowdStrike Falcon Complete solution. I have given this review an overall rating of 8.

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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 feature is the availability of end devices."

"The initial setup is very straightforward and it is easy to add nodes."

"IPAM is used for IP address reservation and tracking, helping us easily identify live IP addresses."

"It's the best solution. Great. I would rate the overall solution ten out of ten."

"Scalability, everything can be monitored."

"We purchased Zabbix for a good price, including support; it's cheaper than Datadog and ScienceLogic."

"Zabbix has a roadmap and they are continuously and frequently adding new features."

"Zabbix is very flexible and scalable."

"We are now more pro-active before an issue appears to our customer because all the layers are now converged by Zabbix monitoring."

"Our customers also like that they don't have to use multiple modules. Micro Focus and major vendors typically require you to buy several modules and plugins. Our customers do not like that. We offer them a single product for all their monitoring needs."

"There are lots of great features and functionality within the solution."

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Cons

"The licensing cost is high compared to open source tools."

"The solution does not include enough features and has some performance issues."

"The event correlation could be better."

"Its UI needs to be improved a little bit more so that an end-user is also able to handle it. I can handle it, but others should also be able to handle it in a better way. It becomes complex when we are growing and need to add proxies. We need more scalability features and documentation for different use cases. A lot of articles are available, but they need to be in proper documentation. For example, when you have thousands of servers that have to be monitored in different regions of the world, there should be some kind of documentation to describe how you can create proxies and add them. Sometimes, when you are using the database, it can get overloaded. When the network is growing, the number of transactions becomes very high, and the database gets overloaded. There should be information about how to reduce the load on the MySQL database, which is what Zabbix is using. The market is growing a lot, and it should be enhanced for a lot more things. We are currently bringing enhancements at our end for different use cases. For example, when dockerization is going on, how can we check the logs inside the Dockers. We should also be able to monitor and check the number of logins and add features such as SSO login and two-factor authentication as a protocol. These are the security features and concerns that we have to deal with. Currently, we are developing modules to add features to Zabbix, but they should also work on these features."

"I had problems using Zabbix when working with SUSE Enterprise; many companies use SUSE."

"This is not a product that I recommend. Instead, I recommend using SolarWindows or ManageEngine for monitoring because there are more features on Zabbix with limited usability."

"I am not giving them a higher rating because they don't have analytics."

"It's OK for me as is, but some frontend improvements would be nice."

"Reporting is weak, if you want something better you must write your own SQL scripts."

"I really don't like it as it generates a lot of false information."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is a bit expensive because the annual license does not include new features that are priced as add-ons."

"Its licensing is fair. It seems to be much cheaper than others."

"For pricing, it's free. We don't pay anything for it. They open-source the code, and people pay for support."

"It is freeware. We still use the free version of Zabbix."

"This solution is completely open-source, so it is quite affordable."

"I use the tool's free version."

"If you have 20,000 hosts, the support costs around €95,000 for a year."

"This is an open-source solution that can be used free of charge."

"The solution is free. However, many open-sourced tools start out free but eventually start charging."

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Comparison Review

it_user174738

IT Developer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

May 31, 2015

Nagios vs. Zabbix vs. PRTG vs. Spiceworks vs. Solarwinds Network Performance Monitor

I have researched a quite a few network monitoring tools which can be used for various monitoring purposes of not only the servers, but the intermediate routers as well. There are majorly three types of these softwares. Ones which are completely open-source, you can do almost anything you want…

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

15%

Healthcare Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	56
Midsize Enterprise	23
Large Enterprise	35

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SolarWinds ipMonitor?

The licensing cost is high compared to other open-source tools. Being a corporate client, we require corporate licensing, which adds to the cost.

What needs improvement with SolarWinds ipMonitor?

The licensing cost is high compared to open source tools. The state monitoring tools could be improved with AI integration to track IP usage history. There is no local support; we must contact thei...

What is your primary use case for SolarWinds ipMonitor?

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zabbix?

I think Zabbix is economical, whereas SolarWinds is expensive. SolarWinds has a lot of secure features, but Zabbix is providing everything free of cost. Zabbix is economical, and you can install it...

What needs improvement with Zabbix?

I am using only Area Operations, but I don't prefer it. I installed Zabbix for the 3000 devices. Area Operations is not good.

What is your primary use case for Zabbix?

I am still working with VMware and Area Operations, but I installed Zabbix now. I think Zabbix is better than VMware Area Operations. It's really good. I'm working with both Zabbix and VMware now.

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Overview

SolarWinds ipMonitor is a comprehensive network monitoring solution designed to deliver easy and reliable network monitoring tools for IT professionals. It simplifies the monitoring process for network devices to ensure a seamless operation across various systems.

SolarWinds ipMonitor is crafted for IT departments seeking an efficient way to monitor and manage networking assets. Tailored for small to medium-sized businesses, it delivers immediate insight into network performance and status without the need for extensive configuration. Its intuitive design allows users to quickly implement monitoring strategies, reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency. Users can track uptime and responsiveness for servers, applications, and network devices—all within a single platform.

What are the standout features of SolarWinds ipMonitor?

Agentless Monitoring: Provides real-time insights without deploying additional software, ensuring simplicity.
Intuitive Web Interface: Offers a user-friendly web-based platform for streamlined monitoring activities.
Auto Discovery: Automatically detects devices throughout the network, saving time in initial setup and configuration.
Built-in Reports: Generates detailed reports to help analyze and improve network performance effectively.
Customizable Alerts: Creates configurable alerts to promptly address potential issues before they impact users.

What benefits do users find in SolarWinds ipMonitor?

Cost Efficiency: Reduces expenses by eliminating the need for additional monitoring tools.
Time Savings: Accelerates troubleshooting by providing accurate and timely information.
Improved Reliability: Enhances network stability by proactively identifying and resolving issues.
Scalability: Adapts to growing network demands, ensuring consistent performance monitoring.

In specific industries such as healthcare and finance, SolarWinds ipMonitor is implemented to ensure critical network components remain operational, thereby enhancing data accuracy and reducing downtime. Its ability to provide a centralized view of network health makes it ideal for regulatory environments where compliance and data integrity are paramount.

SolarWinds

Zabbix is an open-source monitoring software that provides real-time monitoring and alerting for servers, networks, applications, and services.

It offers a wide range of features including data collection, visualization, and reporting.

With its user-friendly interface and customizable dashboards, Zabbix helps organizations ensure the availability and performance of their IT infrastructure.

Sample Customers

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1. IBM 2. Dell 3. Cisco 4. HP 5. Oracle 6. Microsoft 7. Amazon 8. Google 9. Facebook 10. Twitter 11. LinkedIn 12. Netflix 13. Adobe 14. VMware 15. Salesforce 16. SAP 17. Intel 18. AT&T 19. Verizon 20. T-Mobile 21. Vodafone 22. Ericsson 23. Nokia 24. Siemens 25. General Electric 26. Honeywell 27. Philips 28. Sony 29. Samsung 30. LG 31. Panasonic 32. Toshiba