ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager
8.2#1 in network configuration management softwareFrom $238 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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NetKeep
6.0#16 in network configuration management softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager | NetKeep |
|---|---|---|
| Backups | It schedules configuration backups and supports version comparison and rollback to trusted configurations. | Full backups can be encrypted and sent to local storage or S3-compatible services, with private Git mirroring also available. |
| Deployment requirements | The download page offers Windows and Linux installers; the help page documents supported Windows and Linux server operating systems. | Installation requires a Linux amd64 or arm64 server, Docker Engine 25 or newer, Docker Compose plugin 2.24 or newer, and persistent storage. |
| Integrations | The OpManager add-on documentation lists integrations with Password Manager Pro, ServiceDesk Plus and ServiceNow. | NetKeep supports read-only inventory synchronization with LibreNMS and NetBox. |
| License | The EULA grants a proprietary, non-transferable license and prohibits redistribution, modification, reverse engineering and multi-server installation. | NetKeep's original code is distributed under the GNU Affero General Public License v3.0. |
| Purpose | Network Configuration Manager manages configuration and change workflows for switches, routers, firewalls, and other network devices. | NetKeep collects, versions, compares, and protects network device configurations for ISPs and infrastructure teams. |
ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager plans
- Free EditionFree
- FreeFree
- TrialFree
- Professional Edition$238 a year
- Enterprise Edition$3,358 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
NetKeep plans
- NetKeepFree
Pick ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager if…
It suits network teams that need to track configuration changes, automate device tasks, and report on compliance. Enterprise also supports distributed environments with synchronization and central reporting.
Pick NetKeep if…
NetKeep suits ISPs and infrastructure teams that need versioned configuration history and comparisons on a self-hosted system. It assumes access to a compatible Linux server and Docker setup.