Cisco Catalyst Center
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What both publish
| Fact | Cisco Catalyst Center | flexiWAN |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | It supports network discovery, zero-touch provisioning, software image management, configuration compliance checks, and remediation. | flexiWAN provides zero-touch provisioning, automatic multi-WAN failover, load balancing across multiple tunnels and AI-based network healing. |
| Integrations | Cisco documents integrations with ISE, ThousandEyes, Webex, Microsoft Teams, ServiceNow, Infoblox, and BlueCat, plus generic APIs for other ITSM and IPAM systems. | Its modular App Store supports third-party applications, including firewall and security, WAN optimization, voice and video optimization and DPI technologies. |
| Security | Catalyst Center supports FIPS 140-2-compliant cryptography modules, and Cisco recommends deploying it behind a firewall on a private internal network. | The platform includes firewall controls with application identification, port forwarding and 1:1 NAT, and supports 2FA login. |
| Support | Cisco says Catalyst and Cisco DNA software subscriptions include embedded software support and downloads; opening a support case requires a Cisco Service Contract. | During the 30-day trial, flexiWAN says support is provided and it will assist with installation and configuration as required. |
Cisco Catalyst Center plans
- Cisco DNA AdvantagePriced on request
- Cisco DNA EssentialsPriced on request
flexiWAN plans
- Enterprise SaaS — 1–5 flexiEdge InstancesFree
- Enterprise SaaS — 1,001–5,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Monthly$12 a month
- Enterprise SaaS — 501–1,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$17
- Enterprise SaaS — 501–1,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Monthly$20 a month
- Enterprise SaaS — 101–500 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$21
- Enterprise SaaS — 11–100 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$25
Pick Cisco Catalyst Center if…
It suits enterprise network teams that need centralized operations, automation, and assurance across managed devices. Teams should be prepared for substantial virtual-appliance requirements and subscription-based licensing.
Pick flexiWAN if…
It suits enterprises and smaller service-provider deployments using the SaaS model, as well as service providers and system integrators using the service-provider model. It may fit teams that need application-aware routing, managed security and multi-site network deployment.