Compare Paessler PRTG and Splunk Enterprise
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.2% of reviews)
Enterprise (64.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 10000 Sensors Per Year
No pricing available
Paessler PRTG
Star Rating
(209)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial 10000 Sensors Per Year
Free Trial is available
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Splunk Enterprise
Star Rating
(431)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (64.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Splunk Enterprise
Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Paessler PRTG excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and ease of setup. One user mentioned how the "Auto-Discovery" feature efficiently maps out network dependencies, making it a breeze to get started.
- Users say that Splunk Enterprise offers powerful search capabilities, particularly with its SPL language, which allows for quick analysis of large volumes of log data. This feature is especially appreciated by those in security operations, as it helps in identifying issues and building insightful dashboards.
- Reviewers mention that Paessler PRTG provides a more comprehensive monitoring experience, allowing users to create sensors that reflect business impact rather than just raw metrics. This capability enables teams to focus on what truly matters, such as ensuring critical systems like ERP are operational.
- According to verified reviews, Splunk Enterprise is praised for its integration capabilities with various well-known products, which enhances its utility in diverse IT environments. Users appreciate how it seamlessly fits into their existing workflows, making it a reliable tool for daily operations.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Paessler PRTG stands out for its real-time monitoring features, with users noting the ease of creating custom sensors that pull live data from legacy systems. This flexibility allows for better correlation of data across different devices, which is crucial for operational efficiency.
- Users report that while Splunk Enterprise has robust reporting and visualization tools, some find it challenging to configure for specific workflows. This can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to PRTG, which is often seen as more accessible for teams looking to implement monitoring solutions quickly.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Paessler PRTG
Free Trial
Free Trial
10000 Sensors Per Year
30 Day Full Access Free Trial
100% Free. No Credit Card Required
Free Version After the Trial
- Free Full Features for 30 days
Splunk Enterprise
No pricing availableFree Trial
Paessler PRTG
Free Trial is available
Splunk Enterprise
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
183
8.9
341
Ease of Use
9.1
183
8.1
346
Ease of Setup
9.0
165
8.0
148
Ease of Admin
8.9
130
8.1
127
Quality of Support
8.9
168
8.4
284
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
122
8.7
127
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
173
7.8
331
Features by Category
Reports
Not enough data
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Data Preparation
Not enough data
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Data Modeling and Blending
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - Analytics Platforms
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Self Service
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Deployment & Integration - Analytics Platforms
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Advanced Analytics
Not enough data
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Performance & Scalability - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
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Advanced Analytics & Modeling - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Agentic AI Capabilities - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Personalized Intelligence - Analytics Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Functionality
9.5
29
Not enough data
9.6
30
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
8.8
29
Not enough data
8.6
29
Not enough data
8.7
29
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Database Monitoring
Not enough data
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Data Sourcing
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
9.4
80
Not enough data
9.2
78
Not enough data
7.9
73
Not enough data
9.1
71
Not enough data
Monitoring - Network Monitoring
8.6
38
Not enough data
8.5
44
Not enough data
9.0
41
Not enough data
Management
8.9
68
Not enough data
8.8
72
Not enough data
8.0
67
Not enough data
Analytics - Network Monitoring
7.7
38
Not enough data
7.5
39
Not enough data
Security - Network Monitoring
8.2
38
Not enough data
7.6
37
Not enough data
7.1
38
Not enough data
Network Performance - Network Monitoring
7.5
38
Not enough data
7.2
39
Not enough data
AI Automation - Network Monitoring
5.7
37
Not enough data
5.5
37
Not enough data
5.8
37
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Network Monitoring
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
7.4
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Monitoring
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.0
25
Not enough data
7.8
24
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
27
Not enough data
7.5
24
Not enough data
6.9
25
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
8.4
27
Not enough data
8.6
26
Not enough data
7.1
24
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
AI Automation - Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
7.0
9
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
7.9
12
Issue Resolution
Not enough data
7.1
11
Not enough data
6.8
10
Not enough data
6.8
10
Management
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
8.2
12
Not enough data
7.9
12
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AIOps Platforms
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
Visibility
8.8
56
9.3
19
9.2
56
8.9
20
8.7
53
9.2
20
Monitoring and Management
8.5
53
8.9
17
8.0
50
8.7
15
8.2
50
8.4
19
9.2
56
9.1
20
Agentic AI - Hardware Monitoring
7.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Log 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visibility
9.1
57
Not enough data
9.3
58
Not enough data
8.9
55
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management
8.9
54
Not enough data
8.0
51
Not enough data
8.5
53
Not enough data
9.4
58
Not enough data
9.2
51
Not enough data
8.6
48
Not enough data
Cloud environment support
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.3
43
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Server Monitoring
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
Functionality
9.5
77
8.9
65
9.0
61
8.8
67
8.9
56
9.1
68
7.1
47
7.8
54
Management
9.1
68
8.4
58
9.2
71
9.0
66
9.0
52
8.5
61
9.3
76
9.0
61
Agentic AI - Enterprise Monitoring
9.1
19
Not enough data
9.2
18
Not enough data
9.2
19
9.5
7
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
ServiceNow Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.0
5
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
Data Preparation
Not enough data
9.0
67
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
66
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Verified
Not enough data
8.0
61
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
61
|
Verified
Analysis
Not enough data
8.3
60
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
61
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
62
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
67
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Verified
Not enough data
8.8
62
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
53
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Verified
Visualization
Not enough data
8.8
67
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
64
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Verified
Agentic AI - Log Analysis
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
Monitoring
9.2
19
Not enough data
8.8
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
6.8
19
Not enough data
9.3
20
Not enough data
Response
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.0
20
Not enough data
8.5
19
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Application Performance Monitoring (APM)
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
Performance
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
Functionality
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
Telemetry Collection & Ingestion - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Observability Software
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Visualization & Dashboards - Observability
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Correlation & Root Cause Analysis - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Scalability & Ecosystem Integration - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Features - Observability
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)Hide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
Not enough data
8.2
30
Network Management
Not enough data
9.1
27
Not enough data
7.3
23
Not enough data
9.3
27
Incident Management
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
7.8
26
Not enough data
8.5
26
Security Intelligence
Not enough data
7.3
24
Not enough data
6.5
22
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
8.4
25
Agentic AI - Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Transformation
Not enough data
8.7
15
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Verified
Not enough data
Not enough data
Connectivity
Not enough data
8.3
12
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Verified
Not enough data
8.5
11
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Verified
Not enough data
8.4
15
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Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Operations
Not enough data
8.8
15
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Verified
Not enough data
9.1
13
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Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Building Reports
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Platform
Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Paessler PRTG and Splunk Enterprise are categorized as Hardware Monitoring and Enterprise Monitoring
Unique Categories
Paessler PRTG is categorized as Network Monitoring, Server Monitoring, Database Monitoring, Cloud Infrastructure Monitoring, Application Performance Monitoring (APM), and Observability Software
Splunk Enterprise is categorized as AIOps Platforms, ServiceNow Store Apps, Customer Data Platform (CDP), Log Analysis, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Log Monitoring, Big Data Analytics, and Analytics Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Paessler PRTG
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Splunk Enterprise
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
33.3%
Telecommunications
7.2%
Computer & Network Security
4.6%
Computer Software
3.1%
Hospital & Health Care
2.6%
Other
49.2%
Information Technology and Services
26.2%
Computer Software
10.3%
Financial Services
6.6%
Internet
6.1%
Computer & Network Security
5.9%
Other
45.0%
Discussions
Is anyone else stuck juggling old vs new UI, desktop, and mobile because none of them fully cover daily needs?
1 Comment
AB
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you tried choosing one interface for your core tasks and using the others only for alerts or quick checks, because...Read more
Do others struggle with PRTG’s reporting and dashboards being too technical for managers?
1 Comment
AB
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">You could also look at exporting key dashboards to HTML or PDF automatically and simplifying them before sharing, since...Read more
Has anyone else found the learning curve for custom sensors and reports slows real projects?
1 Comment
AB
<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you tried starting with the built-in sensor templates and REST/custom sensor docs before building from scratch...Read more
What is the difference between Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Enterprise Security?
1 Comment
SM
In summary, while both Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Enterprise Security are built on the same core platform, they serve different purposes. Splunk Enterprise...Read more
What are Splunk Enterprise components?
1 Comment
IG
Splunk's 3 main components: Search Head (UI), Indexer (DB) and Forwarder (Endpoint Agent with Universal Forwarder or Aggregation Agent with...Read more
