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# Compare SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager vs Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO)

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> Detailed comparison between SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager and Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO). Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager | Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | - |
| **Total Reviews** | 18 | 0 |
| **Starting Price** | US$1,738.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | No |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support |
| **Training** | Documentation, Videos | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager

We serve IT professionals who need powerful tools to help them save time through automation, stay compliant with internal as well as external regulations and improve network security.

### Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO)

Large enterprises and service providers

## Key features

### SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Archiving & Retention
- Audit Management
- Change Management
- Compliance Management
- Compliance Tracking
- Configuration Automation
- Configuration Management
- HIPAA Compliant
- Monitoring
- Network Scanning
- Network Security Software
- Policy Creation
- Reporting/Analytics
- Risk Management
- Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance
- Version Control
- Vulnerability Assessment

### Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO)

- API
- Compliance Management
- Configuration Automation
- Lifecycle Management

## Links

- [View SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/210316/solarwinds-network-configuration-monitor)
- [View Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/1030249/cisco-network-services-orchestrator-nso)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/210316/1030249/solarwinds-network-configuration-monitor/vs/cisco-network-services-orchestrator-nso)

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