SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server vs VMware Aria Operations for Logs comparison

SolarWinds and VMware are both solutions in the Log Management category. SolarWinds is ranked #23 with an average rating of 8.5, while VMware is ranked #12 with an average rating of 8.2. SolarWinds holds a 1.6% mindshare in Log Management, compared to VMware’s 1.3% mindshare. Additionally, 85% of SolarWinds users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of VMware users who would recommend it.

SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server

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92% willing to recommend

SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 9, 2024

VMware Aria Operations for Logs and SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server compete in the log management category. VMware Aria Operations for Logs holds an edge in analytics, while SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is preferred for simplicity and cost-effectiveness.

Features: VMware Aria Operations for Logs provides advanced analytics, alert management, and seamless integrations. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server focuses on straightforward operations, efficient log collection, and easy management features.

Room for Improvement: VMware Aria Operations for Logs could improve dashboards, usability, and user interface intuitiveness. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server can enhance scalability, provide more comprehensive documentation, and offer better integration capabilities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: VMware Aria Operations for Logs is known for a streamlined deployment process and reliable customer support. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is praised for uncomplicated deployment, but support services could benefit from enhancements.

Pricing and ROI: VMware Aria Operations for Logs is often viewed as expensive with a high return on investment due to its features. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server appeals to those seeking cost-efficient solutions, providing significant value despite fewer features.

To learn more, read our detailed SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server vs. VMware Aria Operations for Logs Report (Updated: June 2025).

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Categories and Ranking

SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server

Ranking in Log Management

23rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware Aria Operations for ...

Ranking in Log Management

12th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Log Management category, the mindshare of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is 1.6%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of VMware Aria Operations for Logs is 1.3%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Muhammad Anas

Assistant Manager NOC and Infrastructure at NiFT

Shows login failures and server issues but search functions and filters could be improved

Kiwi Syslog shows login failures and server issues. I'm using version 9.8.1. It's deployed on-premises. There are four people in my organization who are using this solution. They're all infrastructure engineers The best thing about Kiwi Syslog is that it filters logs into different levels. It's…

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LarsChristensen

Advisory Solution Consultant at ServiceNow

Efficient troubleshooting with precise log filtering and an easy setup

The tool could benefit from improved filter settings and dashboarding. While there are dashboards available, they are often created by community members and may not work after updates. It would be beneficial to have a roadmap for these dashboards to ensure consistent functionality. It would also be advantageous if the tool could process even large amounts of data faster, though this may be more related to data movement challenges rather than the software itself.

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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

"I appreciate that with Kiwi Syslog, we can segregate the logs based on the display, such as using different colors and fonts, which helps greatly in identifying logs by their severity."

"The most valuable feature of this solution is the alerting based on the security logs."

"The most valuable feature of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is its performance and management. Additionally, the solution integrates well."

"Simplicity is the most valuable feature."

"The most valuable features of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server include its ability to provide network mapping and deliver information to my customers about their networks through various methods."

"We are very happy with the stability of the solution."

"The best thing about Kiwi Syslog is that it filters logs into different levels."

"Overall, I rate SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server ten out of ten."

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"The virtualization solution supports data center virtualization, network and security."

"It allows us to gain a comprehensive overview of our infrastructure."

"Overall, I would recommend VMware Aria Operations for Logs because it is a good tool with many valuable features."

"We are using it because we have a VMware product. It has its own built in dashboards for VMware products, and that's a good thing."

"The most valuable features are log centralization and long-term retention for logs."

"I rate the overall solution a ten out of ten."

"The events are notably more descriptive, aiding in security and event analysis. We've also integrated Sky Collector, providing valuable insights and solutions for troubleshooting."

"It gives the customer a quick overview, so they don't have to dig. There's a clear dashboard with many sensors in a single space. He gets a helicopter view of his environment, but he can investigate further if there are serious issues. It's pretty user-friendly."

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Cons

"I would like to see better search functions and better filters in the next release."

"The Windows log forwarder is not functioning properly. This is a significant concern, as it led to losing a deal due to the inability to provide Windows logs effectively."

"I would like to have email notifications for emergency logs."

"SolarWinds pricing is perceived as very high in the market, which can be a barrier for many customers."

"Technical support could definitely be better."

"I would like to see a more user-friendly and customizable dashboard."

"There is a need for an on-premises solution, which could lead to easier sales in larger markets."

"SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve by reducing the price."

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"The dashboard needs to be improved because this is what I need to monitor my infrastructure."

"The tool does not provide a centralized pane for monitoring."

"I don't use the solution on a day to day basis, so I'm not sure what specifically can be improved."

"The pricing of the solution could be improved."

"The solution isn't user-friendly for admins."

"The product's price falls on the higher end of the spectrum, making it an area of concern."

"In the VMware environment, one area for improvement is the handling of VM failovers due to host failures, such as unexpected shutdowns from hardware issues. Currently, High Availability (HA) doesn't seem to recognize whether the VMs are online during failover, treating them as offline or unavailable."

"The tool could be cheaper."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve."

"We subscribe and pay directly on the website."

"The pricing has been updated recently."

"I am not sure what the exact cost is. However, I believe the vRealize suite costs $2,500.00 per year."

"It is not cheap. But it is worth it."

"Pricing is good because it is part of the suite package. It comes in a bundle for us."

"Pricing could always be lower. If it were free, I would be more satisfied."

"The license cost for any other monitoring tool is too high compared to this product."

"The licensing cost for vRealize Log Insight is a little higher, so in terms of cost, it all depends upon what kind of environment you have. If you have a complete virtualized environment, or at least you're using a ninety-five percent virtualized environment, then vRealize Log Insight will play a very good role because it is a VMware component, so it has very tight integration with other VMware components and systems. This means you don't have to procure any other monitoring and management tool, and you don't need a separate automation tool. vRealize Log Insight will have an upper hand if your environment is purely virtualized on VMware. If you're using a mix of physical and virtual components, for example, a 50:50 ratio, then you need to have a third-party component to manage overall monitoring."

"I think it is a reasonably priced product."

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Government

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Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

14%

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12%

Government

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server?

SolarWinds pricing is perceived as very high in the market, which can be a barrier for many customers.

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What needs improvement with SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server?

The Windows log forwarder is not functioning properly. This is a significant concern, as it led to losing a deal due to the inability to provide Windows logs effectively. It should be more user-fri...

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What is your primary use case for SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server?

Our primary use case for Kiwi Syslog is for gathering logs necessary for auditing purposes.

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What do you like most about vRealize Log Insight?

The events are notably more descriptive, aiding in security and event analysis. We've also integrated Sky Collector, providing valuable insights and solutions for troubleshooting.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for vRealize Log Insight?

The cost of using VMware Aria Operations for Logs was very high, around two to three million dollars, although the exact figure is uncertain. The price was proving to be too much, especially with t...

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What needs improvement with vRealize Log Insight?

VMware Aria Operations for Logs is not a cost-effective tool. Changing any telemetry requires creating a new template, such as changes to the VM disk size. Always having to create a new template ma...

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Also Known As

Kiwi Syslog Server

vRealize Log Insight

Overview

A syslog server is a logging server that allows for the centralized collection of syslog messages, known as events, from a variety of networking devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls, in addition to servers running a variety of operating systems.

SolarWinds

Manage data at scale with centralized log management, deep operational visibility and intelligent analytics for troubleshooting and auditing across private, hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

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Sample Customers

Holy Cross Energy, West Texas A&M University, Medium Enterprise Industrial Manufacturing Company

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