PRTG Network Monitor vs SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor — 2026 comparison
A side-by-side look at how PRTG Network Monitor and SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor compare on score, real user ratings, pricing and features.
SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor
From $2,829/yr
Visit SolarWinds Network Performance MonitorThe verdict
PRTG Network Monitor and SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor are both Network Monitoring Software options worth comparing. PRTG Network Monitor ranks higher in our editorial score (90 vs 80 out of 100). PRTG Network Monitor has the larger review base (464 reviews across 2 sources). PRTG Network Monitor is best for smb networks wanting transparent pricing; SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor is best for large enterprise network teams. Starting price: PRTG Network Monitor From $2,399/yr, SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor From $2,829/yr. See the full breakdown below, then read each review before you decide.
Side by side
| PRTG Network Monitor | SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 90/100 | 80/100 |
| User consensus | 4.6/5 (464) | 4.5/5 (76) |
| Starting price | From $2,399/yr | From $2,829/yr |
| Best for | smb networks wanting transparent pricing | large enterprise network teams |
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| Topology mapping | ◑ | |
| Bandwidth/traffic | ◑ | |
| Cloud/app monitoring | ◑ | |
| Public pricing |
PRTG Network Monitor
- Fast to set up with intuitive, highly customizable dashboards
- Broad sensor coverage monitors nearly any device or metric
- – Sensor-based licensing gets expensive as you scale
- – Recent price increases frustrated some long-time customers
SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor
- Deep, mature network performance monitoring with strong mapping
- Reliable alerting and highly customizable dashboards
- – Expensive, and licensing and renewals can be complex
- – Heavy to deploy and the interface can feel dated
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