F5 BIG-IP LTM optimizes the speed and reliability of your apps via both network and application layers. Using real-time protocol and traffic management decisions based on app and server and connection management conditions, and TCP and content offloading, BIG-IP LTM dramatically improves application and infrastructure responsiveness. BIG-IP LTM's architecture includes protocol awareness to control traffic for the most important applications. BIG-IP LTM tracks the dynamic performance levels of servers and delivers SSL performance and visibility for inbound and outbound traffic, to protect the user experience by encrypting everything from the client to the server.
| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) | 14.9% |
| NetScaler | 13.0% |
| Fortinet FortiADC | 9.8% |
| Other | 62.3% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Application Delivery Controllers (ADC) | Feb 7, 2026 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Feb 7, 2026 | Download |
| Comparison | F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) vs NetScaler | Feb 7, 2026 | Download |
| Comparison | F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) vs HAProxy | Feb 7, 2026 | Download |
| Comparison | F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) vs Microsoft Azure Application Gateway | Feb 7, 2026 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Azure Application Gateway | 3.7 | 6.3% | 80% | 50 interviewsAdd to research |
| NetScaler | 4.2 | 13.0% | 91% | 107 interviewsAdd to research |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 39 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 21 |
| Large Enterprise | 44 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 311 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 160 |
| Large Enterprise | 655 |
BIG-IP LTM provides enterprise-class Application Delivery Controller (ADC). You get granular layer 7 control, SSL offloading and acceleration capabilities, and advanced scaling technologies that deliver performance and reliability on-demand. The highly optimized TCP/IP stack combines TCP/IP techniques and improvements in the latest RFCs with extensions to minimize the effect of congestion and packet loss and recovery. Independent testing tools and customer experiences show LTM's TCP stack delivers up to a 2x performance gain for users and a 4x increase in bandwidth efficiency.
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) was previously known as F5 BIG-IP, BIG-IP LTM, F5 ASM, Viprion, F5 BIG-IP Virtual Edition , Crescendo Networks Application Delivery Controller, BIG IP.
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| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| IT Manager at Chong Hua Hospital | 4.0 | We use F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager for managing traffic and securing data, benefiting from its ability to identify compromised traffic and enhance authentication. Although effective, it is costly, and we also use Fortinet alongside it without AI integration. |
| Project Manager at IBM | 4.5 | I've used F5 BIG-IP LTM for years to securely load balance applications across data centers, and it's been stable and effective, though pricey. Support could improve, but overall, I'm very satisfied with its performance and features. |
| Infrastructure Manager at Madfooat.com | 4.5 | I've used F5 BIG-IP LTM for 1.5 years and find its load balancing and WAF features excellent and stable, though the GUI feels outdated. Deployment was easy, and overall, it's a reliable on-premises solution I recommend. |
| Major Account Manager at Check Point Software | 4.0 | No summary available |
| Head of IT Infrastructure and Security Operations at United Arab Bank | 4.5 | I work for a bank with a mobile app for 25,000 users, and we use F5 BIG-IP LTM for load balancing and security. Its attack signatures and automation are valuable, but cloud capabilities and solution integration need improvement compared to its on-prem service. |
| Security Technical Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees | 4.5 | I use F5 BIG-IP LTM to efficiently balance server loads for web and TCP/UDP-based services, ensuring availability and reliability. Despite its high price, the significant value it adds and ROI justify our investment. Improvements in cost would enhance accessibility. |
| Information Security Consultant-Risk at a computer retailer with 11-50 employees | 4.5 | I used F5 BIG-IP LTM to segment and secure server traffic, appreciating its DOS, SQL injection, and bot protection. It improves efficiency with load-balancing algorithms, though customizable algorithms would enhance it. It outperformed Citrix and delivered excellent ROI. |
| General Manager at Seriti Resources | 4.5 | We deployed F5 BIG-IP LTM for two clients for load balancing. It's easy to deploy, stable, and offers unique features like templates for Office 365, though configuring takes time. Pricing could be more competitive compared to alternatives like Kemp. |
