Arkime
7.3#1 in digital forensics softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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SentryWire
5.4#19 in network packet capture softwareWebSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Arkime | SentryWire |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | The installation guide covers Linux, recommends Debian or Ubuntu LTS, and also links to a container installation guide. | Offerings include virtual machines, hardware appliances, portable systems, and cluster nodes; virtual machines capture from 1 Mbps to 500 Mbps. |
| Integrations | Arkime uses OpenSearch or Elasticsearch for indexed metadata and offers WISE threat-intelligence integration. | SentryWire names Splunk, Elastic, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, IBM, and Dell among its integrations and says it works with 25+ others. |
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Pick Arkime if…
Arkime suits teams that need to search and inspect network sessions and can provide OpenSearch or Elasticsearch for metadata storage. It is designed for self-hosted use, with Linux installation guidance and a container guide.
Pick SentryWire if…
It is designed for enterprise, federal, and ICS/OT networks, including critical infrastructure environments. Teams needing packet capture and historical traffic analysis can consider its appliance and virtual-machine options.