# Cisco DNA Center vs Palo Alto Networks Panorama Comparison | | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.3 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 53 | 48 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (46.9% of reviews) | Mid-Market (48.7% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Cisco DNA Center Pros: - Ease of Use (2 reviews) - Productivity Improvement (2 reviews) Cons: - Compatibility Issues (1 reviews) - Complex Implementation (1 reviews) ### Palo Alto Networks Panorama Pros: - Centralized Management (2 reviews) - Features (2 reviews) Cons: - Complex Setup (1 reviews) - Difficult Learning Curve (1 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 9.0 (33 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.5 (24 reviews) | 8.7 (33 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 8.3 (18 reviews) | 8.3 (31 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 8.2 (16 reviews) | 9.0 (27 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.9 (27 reviews) | 8.5 (33 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.8 (20 reviews) | 8.8 (27 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.4 (36 reviews) | 10.0 (32 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Cisco DNA Center #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### Palo Alto Networks Panorama #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Network Security | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | N/A | N/A | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | N/A | N/A | #### Additional Functionality | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Penetration Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Anti Virus** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Vulnerability Scanning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Remote Monitoring & Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **VPN** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Behavior Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **SSL Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Patch Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Event Logs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Anomaly/Malware Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **DNS Leak Protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Server Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Real-Time Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Network Provisioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Email Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Intrusion Detection System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Two-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Firewalls** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Anti Spam** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Threat Response** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Activity Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Risk Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Loss Prevention** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Single Sign On** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Intrusion Prevention System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Secure Login** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Zero Trust Networking | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | N/A | N/A | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | 9.0/10 | 8 | #### Network Management | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Segmentation** | Not enough data | 9.0 (7 reviews) | | **Network Mapping** | Not enough data | 9.3 (7 reviews) | | **Security Analytics** | Not enough data | 9.5 (7 reviews) | | **API/Integrations** | Not enough data | 9.3 (7 reviews) | #### Security | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Security Automation** | Not enough data | 9.3 (7 reviews) | | **Application Security** | Not enough data | 8.8 (7 reviews) | | **Workload Protection** | Not enough data | 9.3 (7 reviews) | | **Data Protection** | Not enough data | 9.0 (7 reviews) | #### Identity Management | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Adaptive Access Control** | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | | **Identity Scoring** | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | | **User Monitoring** | Not enough data | 9.3 (7 reviews) | #### Generative AI | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Network Security Policy Management (NSPM) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | 8.6/10 | 8 | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | 9.0/10 | 25 | #### Network Maintenance | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Policy Optimization** | 8.1 (6 reviews) | 9.0 (19 reviews) | | **Risk Analysis** | 8.8 (7 reviews) | 8.8 (20 reviews) | | **Auditing** | Not enough data | 8.9 (20 reviews) | #### Network Management | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Mapping** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 8.8 (20 reviews) | | **Compliance** | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (20 reviews) | | **Reporting** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (20 reviews) | | **Console** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 9.3 (21 reviews) | #### Network Monitoring | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Monitoring** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 9.0 (20 reviews) | | **Configuration Monitoring** | Not enough data | 8.9 (21 reviews) | | **Change Management** | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 9.3 (20 reviews) | ### Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | N/A | N/A | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | N/A | N/A | #### Administration | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Segmentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Scalability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Global Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Protection | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Policy Enforcement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Audit** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Access Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **User Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Monitoring | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Compliance Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Vulnerability Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Configuration Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Observability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### ServiceNow Store Apps | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | N/A | N/A | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | N/A | N/A | #### ServiceNow Apps | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **ServiceNow Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Value** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Network Management Tools | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cisco DNA Center** | 8.6/10 | 7 | | **Palo Alto Networks Panorama** | N/A | N/A | #### Management | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Automation** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Network Traffic Analyzer** | 8.3 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **User Provisioning** | 8.3 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Network Analytics** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Resource Maintenance** | 8.3 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Network Provisioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Visual Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cost Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Monitoring | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Network Monitoring** | 8.6 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Network Discovery** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Network Asset Mapping** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Activity Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Incident Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **On-Demand Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Location-Based Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Hierarchical Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Visual Discovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Server Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Continuous Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Support | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Real-time alerting** | 8.3 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Hybrid Infrastructure Support** | 8.3 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | | **API Integration** | 8.1 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Third-Party Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Database Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Network Management Tools | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Intrusion Prevention System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Intrusion Detection System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Additional Functionality | Feature | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Configuration Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Endpoint Protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Network Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Network Resource Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **IT Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Remote Access/Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Threshold Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Response Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Compliance Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Remediation Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Event Logs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Issue Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Performance Metrics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Troubleshooting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Audit Trail** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Collaboration Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Mobile Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Configurable Workflow** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Extraction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Risk Assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Charting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Reporting & Statistics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Self-Updating Maps** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **IT Asset Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Dependency Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Connectors** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Map Exporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Color Codes/Icons** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Uptime Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Document Storage** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Activity Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Scheduling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Real-Time Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Mobile Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Alerts/Escalation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Bug/Issue Capture** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Mobile Network Troubleshooting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Issue Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Customizable Dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Email Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Anti Virus** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Diagnostic Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Remote Update/Installation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Shared Categories (1):** [Network Security Policy Management (NSPM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/network-security-policy-management-nspm) **Unique to Cisco DNA Center (3):** [ServiceNow Marketplace Apps](https://www.g2.com/categories/servicenow-store-apps), [Network Management Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/network-management-tools), [Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/software-defined-perimeter-sdp) **Unique to Palo Alto Networks Panorama (1):** [Zero Trust Networking Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/zero-trust-networking) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Cisco DNA Center | Palo Alto Networks Panorama | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 18.8% | 5.1% | | **Mid-Market** | 34.4% | 48.7% | | **Enterprise** | 46.9% | 46.2% | ### By Industry #### Cisco DNA Center - **Computer & Network Security:** 14.9% - **Hospital & Health Care:** 14.9% - **Telecommunications:** 12.8% - **Information Technology and Services:** 6.4% - **Higher Education:** 6.4% - **Government Administration:** 6.4% - **Oil & Energy:** 4.3% - **Animation:** 2.1% - **Automotive:** 2.1% - **Banking:** 2.1% - **Other:** 27.7% #### Palo Alto Networks Panorama - **Information Technology and Services:** 30.8% - **Computer & Network Security:** 17.9% - **Oil & Energy:** 5.1% - **Medical Devices:** 5.1% - **Internet:** 5.1% - **Government Administration:** 5.1% - **Chemicals:** 5.1% - **Banking:** 5.1% - **Renewables & Environment:** 2.6% - **Primary/Secondary Education:** 2.6% - **Other:** 15.4% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Cisco DNA Center - [Progress WhatsUp Gold](https://www.g2.com/products/progress-whatsup-gold/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (391 reviews) - [Auvik](https://www.g2.com/products/auvik-networks/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (380 reviews) - [HPE Aruba Networking Management](https://www.g2.com/products/hpe-aruba-networking-management/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (26 reviews) - [Aruba 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(1365 reviews) - [AlgoSec Horizon](https://www.g2.com/products/algosec-horizon/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (224 reviews) - [Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-next-generation-firewalls-ngfws/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (594 reviews) - [Cisco Duo](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-duo/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (520 reviews) - [Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Network Security)](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-cloud-firewall-formerly-cloudguard-network-security/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (294 reviews) - [SolarWinds Observability](https://www.g2.com/products/solarwinds-worldwide-llc-solarwinds-observability/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (863 reviews) - [ThreatLocker Zero Trust Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/threatlocker-zero-trust-platform/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (514 reviews) - [BetterCloud](https://www.g2.com/products/bettercloud/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (486 reviews) - [Check Point SASE](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-sase/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (227 reviews) - [FortiClient](https://www.g2.com/products/forticlient/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (278 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Cisco DNA Center - Title: [Is Cisco DNA Center Free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-cisco-dna-center-free) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "Cisco DNA Center itself isn't entirely free, but there are ways to access its functionalities without full purchase like 30 days free trial. " ### Palo Alto Networks Panorama No discussions available for this product. --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/cisco-cisco-dna-center-vs-palo-alto-networks-panorama)