SolarWinds review

Offers deep visibility into on-premise networks and Windows servers.

Verdict

SolarWinds provides a very broad portfolio of monitoring products on its Orion Platform, offering deep visibility into network devices and Windows environments that many cloud-native tools lack.

What customers praise

The Network Performance Monitor (NPM) module is a long-standing industry leader for detailed monitoring of routers, switches, and firewalls.

What customers criticise

The platform's architecture feels dated compared to modern SaaS solutions, and the separation into numerous modules can make licensing and integration complex.

Best for

Traditional IT departments needing a wide array of monitoring tools for on-premise networks, servers, and applications from a single vendor.

At a glance

• Integrations: Cisco, Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware, ServiceNow, Jira
• Compliance: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001
• Regions served: Global (On-Premise)
• Typical onboarding: 14 days

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: low. The company was the target of a major supply chain attack in 2020. They have since invested heavily in security, but the event remains a consideration for some buyers. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

See alternatives to SolarWinds, or compare against the next-ranked entry: SolarWinds vs Zabbix.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best IT Infrastructure Monitoring Software Tools, verified June 19, 2026 — no paid placement.