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# Compare OpenNMS vs NMIS

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> Detailed comparison between OpenNMS and NMIS. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | OpenNMS | NMIS |
| **Overall rating** | 4.9/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 9 | 11 |
| **Starting Price** | US$44 100,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Linux (Desktop), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### OpenNMS

OpenNMS is a cloud-based network monitoring solution designed for businesses in healthcare, technology, finance, government, education, retail, and other industries.

### NMIS

Perfect for any size network (completely scalable, easy multi-site management) for MSP, Telecommunications, Government and Enterprise where complete visibility is key to your success.

## Key features

### OpenNMS

- Alerts/Notifications
- Bandwidth Monitoring
- CPU Monitoring
- Capacity Management
- Dashboard Creation
- Device Auto Discovery
- Diagnostic Tools
- Email Alerts
- IP Address Monitoring
- Network Analysis
- Network Resource Management
- Real-Time Notifications
- Reporting/Analytics
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
- Threshold Alerts
- Trend Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Uptime Reporting
- Virtual Machine Monitoring

### NMIS

- Alerts/Notifications
- Bandwidth Monitoring
- CPU Monitoring
- Capacity Management
- Dashboard Creation
- Device Auto Discovery
- Diagnostic Tools
- Email Alerts
- Email Monitoring
- IP Address Monitoring
- Network Analysis
- Network Resource Management
- Real-Time Notifications
- Reporting/Analytics
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
- Threshold Alerts
- Trend Analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Uptime Reporting
- Virtual Machine Monitoring

## Links

- [View OpenNMS Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/176635/opennms)
- [View NMIS Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/182360/nmis)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/176635/182360/opennms/vs/nmis)

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