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We performed a comparison between ArcSight Logger and SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Log Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed ArcSight Logger vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server Report (Updated: April 2024).
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Pros
"We check a lot of logs in ArcSight Logger because we're running a massive database platform.""The most valuable feature is the level of detail that you can see about certain events, even when they do not come up in the console.""It is one of the best products available in the market.""It's a robust, mature product and you can do some really complex operations and analytics.""It's an efficient solution.""The most valuable feature is the search capability, which is simple to use.""In terms of ArcSight Logger's most valuable feature, it is their scalability. ArcSight's real advantage is its scalability because they have two layers, including the logger layer.""Some of the most valuable features I really appreciate are the performance, how quick the solution is, and how easy it is to create a query."

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"We are very happy with the stability of the solution.""The most valuable feature of this solution is the alerting based on the security logs.""The most valuable feature of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is its performance and management. Additionally, the solution integrates well.""The best thing about Kiwi Syslog is that it filters logs into different levels.""Simplicity is the most valuable feature."

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Cons
"It would be better if the product is cheaper.""The product's connectors should work better and the user manuals need an update.""The solution must provide readymade connectors for different applications.""The next release should have AI capabilities.""The speed of Logger indexing and searching for certain bugs for some queries that we provide could be improved. It can handle a huge number of logs but it can be improved.""I think the ArcSight team should try to simplify legacy products for the customers, because that product is not easy to use or to work with. It needs more more competency or appeal to use. We hope Micro Focus is trying to resolve this.""Using the ArcSight Logger dashboard is not particularly intuitive or efficient, so it is important to be trained in its use.""It is really difficult to work in ArcSight Logger, as it is very slow."

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"I would like to have email notifications for emergency logs.""I would like to see better search functions and better filters in the next release.""I would like to see a more user-friendly and customizable dashboard.""SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve by reducing the price.""Technical support could definitely be better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "ArcSight Logger is very expensive compared to their competitors, but when we talk to the customer and explain what the features are and how we can scale, they understand. Still, ArcSight is more expensive than the competition."
  • "The pricing is quite harsh."
  • "It's not cheap at all as it's a big product and has been in the market for quite some time now."
  • "ArcSight is an expensive solution."
  • "I would rate the product a seven out of ten since it's an enterprise product."
  • "I rate the product’s pricing a seven out of ten, where one is inexpensive, and ten is expensive."
  • "Pricing is reasonable compared to similar tools on the market. They offer perpetual licenses."
  • "We have a lifetime license, so we don't pay a monthly fee."
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  • "We subscribe and pay directly on the website."
  • "The price of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer: We have a trigger. So, Logger automatically blocks these IP addresses. We could have Logger put them on a blacklist.
    Top Answer:The pricing isn't the problem. We have a lifetime license, so we don't pay a monthly fee.
    Top Answer:The solution has room for improvement. We're currently upgrading to the newer version, where they have something like Kafka, a hub for all solutions feeding information into Logger. However, I think… more »
    Top Answer:The price of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server could improve.
    Top Answer:I would like to have the new logs visible in the background without the need to open a new browser. I would like to have email notifications for emergency logs.
    Ranking
    28th
    out of 95 in Log Management
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    Average Words per Review
    334
    Rating
    7.2
    30th
    out of 95 in Log Management
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    3,575
    Comparisons
    3,189
    Reviews
    4
    Average Words per Review
    232
    Rating
    7.8
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    Also Known As
    Micro Focus Arcsight Logger, HPE Arcsight Logger
    Kiwi Syslog Server
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    Overview
    HPE ArcSight Data Platform (ADP) offers a future-ready data solution that enriches data in real time and supports open standards for better threat detection. Using security data connectors, ADP collects data and enriches it in real-time to give analysts organized information that can be acted upon instantly.

    A syslog server is a logging server that allows for the centralized collection of syslog messages, known as events, from a variety of networking devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls, in addition to servers running a variety of operating systems.

    Sample Customers
    China Merchants Bank, Bank AlJazira, Banca Intesa
    Holy Cross Energy, West Texas A&M University, Medium Enterprise Industrial Manufacturing Company
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm22%
    Government22%
    Comms Service Provider17%
    Retailer6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm17%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Government11%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Government13%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business24%
    Midsize Enterprise30%
    Large Enterprise45%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business20%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise65%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise58%
    Buyer's Guide
    ArcSight Logger vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server
    April 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about ArcSight Logger vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server and other solutions. Updated: April 2024.
    771,212 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    ArcSight Logger is ranked 28th in Log Management with 31 reviews while SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is ranked 30th in Log Management with 5 reviews. ArcSight Logger is rated 7.8, while SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of ArcSight Logger writes "A scalable and stable solution that enables users to see all the event logs in one place". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server writes "Shows login failures and server issues but search functions and filters could be improved". ArcSight Logger is most compared with Splunk Enterprise Security, IBM Security QRadar, Elastic Security, Wazuh and LogRhythm SIEM, whereas SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server is most compared with syslog-ng, SolarWinds Log Analyzer, Wazuh, Fortinet FortiAnalyzer and Graylog. See our ArcSight Logger vs. SolarWinds Kiwi Syslog Server report.

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