BMC Helix Discovery
6.8#10 in network discovery software$50,000 one-timeWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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ManageEngine OpUtils
8.2#2 in ip address management softwareFrom $138 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | BMC Helix Discovery | ManageEngine OpUtils |
|---|---|---|
| API | The REST API uses JSON, OAuth 2.0 tokens and Swagger-described endpoints for discovery runs, credential management, data queries and TKU uploads. | OpUtils provides APIs that can be used to integrate it with third-party IT management and service desk software. |
| Deployment | The product is offered as SaaS or on-premises deployment. | The downloadable product is offered for 64-bit Windows and Linux, and users can access it through a web browser. |
| Founded | 1980 | 1996 |
| Headquarters | Houston, Texas, USA | Pleasanton, California, United States |
| Integrations | BMC Helix Discovery can synchronize discovered information with BMC Helix CMDB, and its documentation describes supported integration with ServiceNow CMDB releases. | Documented integrations include OpManager, NetFlow Analyzer and OpManager Nexus for correlated DDI, health, traffic and application views. |
| Purpose | BMC Helix Discovery provides visibility into IT assets and service dependencies across cloud and on-premises environments. | OpUtils is a network management toolset for monitoring, diagnosing, and troubleshooting IP resources and network devices. |
| Rating on G2 | 4.2 out of 5 from 67 reviews | 4.4 out of 5 from 10 reviews. |
| Rating on Gartner Peer Insights | 4.5 out of 5 from 70 ratings | 0.0 out of 5 from 0 reviews on the live OpUtils page. |
BMC Helix Discovery plans
- Discovery Starter Bundle$50,000, paid once
- Discovery EnterprisePriced on request
ManageEngine OpUtils plans
- FreeFree
- Professional$138 a year
- Management$159 a year
- Professional perpetual$245, paid once
Pick BMC Helix Discovery if…
It suits IT teams responsible for hybrid infrastructure inventory, dependency mapping, service awareness, security, compliance, or multi-cloud visibility. Organizations can deploy it as SaaS or on premises.
Pick ManageEngine OpUtils if…
OpUtils suits network teams that need IP address management, switch-port mapping, diagnostics and device monitoring. Its free edition is described as intended for small companies and is limited to one subnet and one switch.