Compare BackBox and Cisco DNA Center 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (48.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us
No pricing available
BackBox
Star Rating
(166)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us
Browse all 2 pricing plansCisco DNA Center
Star Rating
(53)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (48.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Cisco DNA CenterSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that BackBox excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall score compared to Cisco DNA Center. Users appreciate its seamless integration into existing workflows, with one reviewer noting that its installation did not disrupt their current system, allowing them to maintain productivity without additional headaches.
- Users say that BackBox offers superior automation capabilities, particularly for backing up core devices. Reviewers highlight the ability to execute scripts that generate specific outputs and save them for later review, which enhances operational efficiency and reduces manual tasks.
- According to verified reviews, Cisco DNA Center is recognized for its ease of use and feasibility, making it a solid choice for organizations looking to improve network performance and security. Users have noted that it simplifies manual tasks, which can enhance overall productivity.
- Reviewers mention that BackBox provides excellent support and a strong partnership experience, with high ratings for quality of support and product direction. Users feel confident in the product's ability to recover critical configurations in case of disasters, which is a significant advantage for network management.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Cisco DNA Center has a solid user base, it has received fewer recent reviews, which may indicate a need for improvement in user engagement or satisfaction. Some users have expressed a desire for more robust features to match their specific workflow needs.
- Users report that BackBox's ease of setup and administration is a standout feature, with high ratings in these areas. This is particularly beneficial for teams looking to implement a network management solution quickly and with minimal disruption, contrasting with Cisco DNA Center, which has received lower scores in these aspects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
BackBox
Premium
Contact Us
Our premium package includes everything in our Standard license PLUS:
- Compliance Automation (CIS, NIST, DORA, etc)
- Compliance Monitoring
- Device Compliance Status
Cisco DNA Center
No pricing availableFree Trial
BackBox
No trial information availableCisco DNA Center
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
152
8.6
37
Ease of Use
9.3
153
8.5
24
Ease of Setup
8.8
142
8.3
18
Ease of Admin
9.1
96
8.2
16
Quality of Support
9.4
151
8.9
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.5
93
8.8
20
Product Direction (% positive)
9.7
152
9.4
36
Features by Category
Configuration
8.9
65
Not enough data
9.6
69
Not enough data
9.6
71
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Network Automation Tools
8.2
15
Not enough data
7.7
21
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
Network
9.0
60
Not enough data
9.2
55
Not enough data
9.1
51
Not enough data
8.7
49
Not enough data
Logistics
8.9
47
Not enough data
9.0
46
Not enough data
9.3
48
Not enough data
Security - Network Automation
9.1
45
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
9.1
38
Not enough data
8.5
42
Not enough data
Functionality
8.7
68
Not enough data
9.1
65
Not enough data
9.5
73
Not enough data
9.2
67
Not enough data
7.3
56
Not enough data
Compatibility
9.1
70
Not enough data
9.4
71
Not enough data
8.9
63
Not enough data
Management
8.3
63
Not enough data
9.2
68
Not enough data
9.4
66
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Backup
7.2
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
6.4
6
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
Network Maintenance
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Network Management
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
8.9
6
Network Monitoring
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
5
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Protection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
ServiceNow Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
9.2
41
8.9
6
Feature Not Available
8.3
6
8.2
35
8.3
6
Feature Not Available
8.9
6
8.5
38
8.3
6
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
8.6
6
Feature Not Available
9.2
6
Feature Not Available
9.2
6
Support
8.7
35
8.3
6
8.4
33
8.3
7
8.6
32
8.1
6
Agentic AI - Network Management Tools
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
8.7
23
Not enough data
Platform
8.3
23
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.8
22
Not enough data
9.2
25
Not enough data
Security
8.3
24
Not enough data
8.8
21
Not enough data
9.1
22
Not enough data
9.2
23
Not enough data
9.2
25
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Enterprise IT Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
BackBox and Cisco DNA Center are categorized as Network Management Tools
Unique Categories
BackBox is categorized as Network Automation Tools, Configuration Management, Enterprise IT Management, and Online Backup
Cisco DNA Center is categorized as Network Security Policy Management (NSPM), ServiceNow Store Apps, and Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
BackBox
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Cisco DNA Center
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
24.1%
Computer & Network Security
11.4%
Telecommunications
8.2%
Financial Services
7.0%
Banking
3.8%
Other
45.6%
Computer & Network Security
14.9%
Hospital & Health Care
14.9%
Telecommunications
12.8%
Information Technology and Services
6.4%
Higher Education
6.4%
Other
44.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
BackBox has no discussions with answers
Is Cisco DNA Center Free?
1 Comment
SR
Cisco DNA Center itself isn't entirely free, but there are ways to access its functionalities without full purchase like 30 days free trial.
Read more
Cisco DNA Center has no more discussions with answers
Hunting for software insights?
With over 3 million reviews, we can provide the specific details that help you make an informed software buying decision for your business. Finding the right product is important, let us help.
or continue with
or continue with
By proceeding, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
