FlexNet Manager Reviews & Product Details

I like its ability to automate license tracking and provide clear visibility into usage. The integration with multiple platforms and real-time tracking makes it easy to stay compliant and optimize software usage. The customer support team is incredibly responsive, resolving cases quickly and efficiently whenever needed. I use FlexNet Manager regularly, and it has become an essential tool for our daily operations. The implementation was smooth with helpful resources and guidance from the support team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial setup can be a bit time consuming and some features like, custom reporting, should be more user friendly and flexible. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use FlexNet Manager on a frequent basis to monitor software usage and compliance. It offers a wide range of features and integrates well with other systems, which helps streamline asset management. Once set up, it saves a lot of manual effort. Also the customer support is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The interface isn’t very user-friendly, and implementation was complex. It took me a while to get comfortable with the tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

FlexNet Manager is one of the best tools in the market when it comes to Software Asset Management. They offer a wide range of capabilities that can be a dream for a software license manager, if the tool is properly maintained. The reporting features are good, but customization is rather difficult.

Our company is mainly using FlexNet Manager for Oracle database inventory and it is doing a great job there (although it has to be noted that inventory in cloud environments is rather difficult / limited).

Container inventory is also rather limited and for example does not offer the deep Oracle database scanning that the regular agent is offering.

Overall I would recommend the use of FlexNet Manager, especially if the users main environment is still on-prem based. If you are a company with a lot of cloud assets, Flexera One might be the better solution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Maintaining the tool can be quite difficult and definitely needs some technical expertise / admin knowledge (however it has to be said, that all SAM tools I have used have the same or similar issues).

FlexNet Manager is basically the legacy product from Flexera. If you want the newest features and more capabilities like SaaS discovery, you need to switch to Flexera One.

The support of Flexera can be difficult. Sometimes tickets get quick updates and you can have calls with the support agents to fix issues. Sometimes tickets take what feels like forever and you need to escalate within Flexera. However I do feel that the support has improved vs. the past years.

It feels like suggestions for improvements or customer specific problems are not a priority for Flexera (we feel that their focus is on the top spenders; if you are not part of this group, support in such cases is very limited).

Also the customer management / account management at Flexera needs to be improved. For years we did not have a direct contact person which makes it difficult to address those customer specific issues (I do think this is probably also a consequence of their size as they are one of the few remaining providers in the market). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

FlexNet Manager Suite makes it easier to track and manage software licenses across the organization. I like how it gives a clear view of usage and compliance, which helps avoid unnecessary costs or risks. The reporting features are also helpful for making informed decisions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The setup and initial learning curve can be a bit challenging, especially for new users. At times, reports take longer to load, and the interface could be more modern and intuitive. With a simpler UI, the experience would be even better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The content library (ARL, SKU, PURL, SKU/PURL libraries) keeps data clean and standardized. This saves enormous time in managing discovery and entitlement mapping. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The tool is powerful, but it takes time and expertise to configure correctly (especially for license models like Oracle, IBM PVU, or SAP). Smaller teams may find it overwhelming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

FlexNet Manager excels in providing a centralized platform for managing software licenses, compliance, and usage across a wide range of vendors. Also, FlexNet Manager integrates seamlessly with other inventory sources. This application is used frequently for license compliance across all engineering application. The customer support team is responsive and supportive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ease of use can be unintuitive and sluggish, especially when navigating large datasets or generating complex reports. Also the Initial setup and configuration require significant effort and expertise. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Flexera has been effective in helping us manage software licenses and maintain compliance across our IT environment. Its integration capabilities and inventory accuracy are strong, especially for complex setups. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The documentation on business adapters could benefit from more detailed explanations and examples to enhance clarity and usability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I’ve used FlexNet Manager primarily for software asset management and license optimization projects. The tool is especially strong in managing complex licensing scenarios for large vendors. Customer support team is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in case of queries. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial setup can be time-consuming and requires a solid understanding of both the technical and business side. The ease of use can be a bit sluggish while handling a large amount of data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

FlexNet Manager provides robust visibility into our software assets, making it much easier to manage licenses, avoid over-purchasing, and ensure compliance. It integrates well with other enterprise tools, which simplifies our reporting and auditing processes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While it's feature-rich, the interface can feel outdated and occasionally sluggish. The initial implementation required a steep learning curve, and some configurations were more complex than expected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Flexera provides a very good overview of all software assets, their usage including licensing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The menu structure is hard to learn and understand, some terms are very specific and must be learnt - it's not always intuitive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.