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ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager

byManageEngine
in Network Automation Platforms
4.5

Overview

Product Information on ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager

Updated 13th October 2025

What is ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager?

ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager is a software designed for managing, automating, and monitoring network device configurations across multi-vendor environments. The software offers functionalities such as backup, change management, compliance auditing, and vulnerability assessment of network devices including switches, routers, firewalls, and access points. It helps streamline configuration changes, minimize unauthorized modifications, and automate routine tasks, contributing to enhanced network reliability and security. The software enables administrators to restore configurations after device failures, track configuration changes, and address compliance requirements by supporting policy enforcement and audit reports. ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager is suited for organizations seeking to ensure efficient network configuration management and minimize downtime risks.

ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager Pricing

ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager software uses a license-based pricing model that is structured according to the number of devices managed. The software offers both perpetual and annual subscription licenses. Pricing varies based on device count and selected license type, with additional costs for optional add-ons and technical support.

Overall experience with ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager

Junior Manager
500M - 1B USD, Manufacturing
FAVORABLE

“Automated Backups and Compliance Reporting Simplify Complex Network Management Tasks”

5.0
Sep 22, 2025
My over experience is far better than the previous NCM I was using it has automation that reduce manual error and saved time. Strong change management, compliance reporting and support is also helpful;
Head IT
500M - 1B USD, Manufacturing
CRITICAL

“ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager Overview”

3.0
Jan 6, 2025
Onboarding was not easy. Took its time for the configuration during the PoC. Costwise it is very effective and can be leveraged for smaller setups. But not recommended for large enterprises or with complex network devices. Many partners are available in the market to support and should engage with a few of them to evaluate their expertise before deciding.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 15th January 2025

As the enterprise IT management division of Zoho Corp., ManageEngine empowers you to take control of your IT, from your security, networks, and servers to your applications, service desk, Active Directory, desktops, and mobile devices.

Company Details

Updated 15th January 2025
Year Founded
2002
Head office location
Del Valle, United States
Number of employees
5001 - 10000
Website
https://www.manageengine.com/

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ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager Likes & Dislikes

Like

The best is automated backups and change management greatly reduces manual efforts and errors. Comrehensive compliance tracking and reporting help maintain regulatory standards easily. Simplifies complex tasks

Like

Cost effectiveness and Easy ROI is the main USP. Most of the enterprise grade Network Configuration Managers are far more costly. Availability of the skillset is easy and abundant. Tool is easy to learn and reporting is good. Scheduling of reports / alerts is easy. Can be used if you are an existing customer of ManageEngine as you can leverage the knowledge of the GUI and ManageEngine interface. Maintaining the deployment and Patching etc is easy for on-prem deployment.

Like

The initial set up is very easy, you just have to provide the login details by creating the credential profiles only once, the rest of the work it does itself

Dislike

Sometime automated task not occur, intial setup is time consuming, limited AI driven which is manage engine is lacking here. Pricing can increase significantly as device count grows.

Dislike

Lacks features which are available in the competition. Native integration with few of the leading OEMs is limited. Configuring complex devices is very difficult and cumbersome. Dashboards needs to be improved and made more useful.

Dislike

there is learning phase during the initial set up and customization

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ManageEngine Network Configuration Manager Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(71 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
51%
4 Star
42%
3 Star
6%
2 Star
1%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.4

Integration & Deployment

4.4

Service & Support

4.4

Product Capabilities

4.5

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  • Junior Manager
    50M-1B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Automated Backups and Compliance Reporting Simplify Complex Network Management Tasks

    5.0
    Sep 22, 2025
    My over experience is far better than the previous NCM I was using it has automation that reduce manual error and saved time. Strong change management, compliance reporting and support is also helpful;
  • IT SERVICES ASSOCIATE
    50M-1B USD
    Energy and Utilities
    Review Source

    Initial Setup Is Straightforward but Customization Requires a Learning Period

    5.0
    Dec 18, 2025
    I have very good experience, the product helped me in saving the critical configurations of my network devices, it helps me identifying when the configuration was changed and whether it was authentic or not
  • It Manager
    10B+ USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Automate config backups and change tracking to eliminate manual errors and enforce strict network compliance.

    4.0
    Jan 31, 2026
    It has stabilized our network by automating backups and alerting us to "config-drift" before minor changes become outages.
  • Engineering Manager
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Product Offers Central Management With Auto Backup And Version Control Features

    5.0
    Dec 9, 2025
    Team was very helpful in getting things tuned for us in a very short time. I am new-ish to the product and they were able to show me where to find things and get everything Green
  • Communications Associate
    50M-1B USD
    Finance (non-banking)
    Review Source

    Efficient Network Device Management With Inventory And SSH Access Features

    5.0
    Feb 3, 2026
    Excellent product for our needs. We can manage a lot of network devices easily.
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