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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated August 26th, 2026 # Reviews of Netwrix Auditor Ease of use 4.1 Customer Service 4.4 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews ZZ Zisis Z CISOLegal Services, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I like the way that collects data and instant alerts of non-compliance“ November 11, 2024 RR Ryan R System AdministratorFinancial Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “So, if an account is locked out, and we have a weekly report, I will get about 25 pages of non-useful information such as user lockouts.“ July 10, 2024 ZZ Zisis Z CISOLegal Services, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “A very useful toll for monitoring not only AD but other resources as well“ November 11, 2024 DM David M It ManagerGovernment Relations, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Some time our employees make a mistake or deliberate use equipment and files incorrectly, Auditor have help us to get it identify possible solutions.“ July 9, 2024 JC Jerome C Lead Information Security EngineerLegal Services, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The Password Reminder feature is a nice add on to the product to notify users of upcoming password expiration.“ July 9, 2024 JW Jim W Security AnalystHospital & Health Care, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Reports can be a little confusing as to the structure and figuring out how to get the best data you are looking for.“ July 9, 2024 AR Atif R Linux Server AdminAutomotive, 5,001 - 10,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Compliance Assistance: Simplifies compliance reporting with pre-built reports and templates.“ July 10, 2024 RR Ryan R System AdministratorFinancial Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “When trying to configure audit reports, we can't deselect lockouts.“ July 10, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 212 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Matic K. Regional Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One of the best security solutions I ever used!" June 26, 2023 5.0 In security, to have a product which is so easy to use, not too expensive and to get all the information you ever wanted, I always thought that this doesn't exist, until our company didn't started to work with Netwrix. Pros The comprehensive auditing capabilities and real-time alerting system were the aspects I liked most about Netwrix Auditor. Additionally, the user-friendly interface and customizable reports were highly appreciated. The software's support for compliance requirements and easy deployment/integration were also significant advantages. Lastly, the knowledgeable customer support provided by Netwrix was another positive aspect that stood out to me. Cons Although Netwrix Auditor offers many valuable features, I found the initial setup process to be somewhat challenging. However, once I overcame that hurdle, the overall experience was positive. Alternatives considered [Spirion](https://www.capterra.com/p/170895/Spirion/)[ManageEngine Endpoint Central](https://www.capterra.com/p/170018/ManageEngine-Desktop-Central/) Reason for choosing Netwrix Auditor I chose Netwrix Auditor over alternative products primarily because of its comprehensive auditing capabilities, real-time alerting system, and user-friendly interface. The software offered a robust solution that aligned well with my organization's needs. Review Source JM Jesse M. Chief Information Officer Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Chief Information Officer" July 9, 2024 5.0 Used it for going on 5 years on an on-premise VM, works extremely well, low maintenance and the search functionality is much better than other vendors I've used in the past. It would be nice if it had functionality like AI to look for behavioral anomalies. Pros Ease of use and it was recommended to me by other Bankers at local conferences. Cons Not available in a Linux appliance, would be nice if Netwrix come on a harden Linux appliance instead of running in Microsoft Windows/SQL. Alternatives considered [AlienVault OSSIM](https://www.capterra.com/p/235595/AlienVault-OSSIM/) Reason for choosing Netwrix Auditor Better pricing with Netwrix over AlienVault, it was SO very expensive. Switched from [ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/)[ManageEngine ADAudit Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/210774/ADAudit-Plus/) Netwrix was a much better product that had better offerings and easier to upgrade/manage. Review Source LG Lauren G. IT Senior Systems Engineer Gambling & Casinos Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix does what we need" July 9, 2024 3.0 Pros Netwrix Auditor does what we need. The cost of the product is much less than the competition and that's a plus! The alerting is helpful, and the support we receive is efficient and great! Cons In my opinion, I feel like the app could be better on how the reports come up and how quickly the results show. As much as the interface is much more user friendly that other competitors, it can be a little confusing when trying to search and pull reports/activity records. Review Source TL Tory L. IT Manager Aviation & Aerospace Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A great force-multiplier for your IT Org!" July 9, 2024 5.0 10/10, would use it again! The product is fantastic, and the support is excellent. Pros Netwrix is a great force-multiplier for our organization, allowing a small team to monitor an entire infrastructure with ease. Cons Initial implementation can be complex, but once it's working it's a set-it-and-forget-it solution. Support is great, however! Switched from [EventSentry](https://www.capterra.com/p/120070/EventSentry/) Netwrix offers robust advantages, such as user DVR Review Source DA Darryl A. IT Security Administrator Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Product for Capturing Logs" July 11, 2024 5.0 Pros The simple, easy to read log, alert, subscription, and monitoring alerts. Very simple to send by emails. Cons I like least the lack of being a SIEM because the collected log information is very simple compared to other log software. Switched from [Argent](https://www.capterra.com/p/171289/Argent-for-AWS/) We made the switch from Argent because it was too difficult to provide a clear to understand document to the executive staff. Review Source DJ Dan J. Network Systems Manager Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix Reiew" July 9, 2024 5.0 Netwrix continues to be a justified investment to our network security. Pros Netwrix provides a simple platform and ease of use. Cons If Netwrix could somehow speed up the processing of certain aspects for searching, that would be wonderful. Switched from [Nagios Log Server](https://www.capterra.com/p/152749/Nagios-Log-Server/) Nagios is a terrible product with jumbled language that confuses even the expert level technicians and security professionals. Review Source Robert D. Haed of IT Chemicals Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "For admins only - but powerful if you know how to use it" April 22, 2022 4.0 It was a steep learning curve to configure and initially use. There was good help from customer service but still quite painful. But it is usefull and required now that it is up and running. Pros IT's very powerful. It adds so much usefull functionality to the existing windows auditing that it can really manage the servers/office3365 ect well form a security/compliance/auditing point of view. Cons It's difficult to configure. It can be offputting to those who are not technical. Not really for smaller businesses. Alternatives considered [Lepide Data Security Platform](https://www.capterra.com/p/205542/Lepide-Data-Security-Platform/) Reason for choosing Netwrix Auditor cost benefit analysis. Lower cost for the functionality. Review Source BJ Bakeer J. sysadmin Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Comprehensive Review of Netwrix Auditor" July 9, 2024 5.0 My overall experience with Netwrix Auditor has been positive, mainly due to its robust auditing tools and reliable security features. However, the complexity of the software necessitated a longer-than-expected period of adaptation. Pros The best aspect of Netwrix Auditor is its detailed auditing capabilities. The platform provides deep visibility into user activities and system changes, which is invaluable for IT security and compliance. Its real-time alerts and detailed reports make monitoring network environments much easier. Cons The least appealing feature of Netwrix Auditor is its complexity and steep learning curve. New users may find the interface and multitude of features overwhelming, which can complicate the initial setup and daily operations. Switched from [SmartDeploy](https://www.capterra.com/p/171214/SmartDeploy/) The need for more comprehensive auditing capabilities and better compliance reporting prompted the switch to Netwrix Auditor. While purchasing Netwrix Auditor, what alternative products were c Review Source LT Lance T. Deputy Director Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Right Tool" July 9, 2024 5.0 I have had a positive experience with Netwrix Auditor. It may not have all the extras of other products, but it is a great value for the price and gives most sysadmins exactly what they need. Pros The simplicity of using it and how it doesn't require a lot of setup and configuration. Cons The query's do take a little knowledge of possible options to get the best, most concise results. Alternatives considered [DataPrivilege](https://www.capterra.com/p/155020/DataPrivilege/) Reason for choosing Netwrix Auditor better value. The other options cost more and provided little additional functionality (which we didn't need). Review Source KM Kyle M. Director of Internal Audit Banking Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Website, Slick Interface. Awful Support" August 20, 2020 4.0 IT reported the technical support was responsive, but my experience with customer support was very negative. I had several instances of emails going unanswered, sometimes but not always because my contact left the company and our account was never handed over appropriately. Pros The website trial shows off the features of the software while also teaching how to perform a user access audit. The user interface is very clean, user-friendly, intuitive, and snappy. The software comes with a lot of explanations for the built-in reports to help users understand what the report is used for. The software also makes it really easy to monitor the organization, with alerts for unacceptable actions or for unusual behavior above thresholds. Cons Our IT department spent a long time working on getting some of the features and reports working, with some success, but many reports and features were never fixed after a whole year of working with support. Apparently Netwrix support was responsive, but their fixes often failed to work. Alternatives considered [ManageEngine ADAudit Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/210774/ADAudit-Plus/) Reason for choosing Netwrix Auditor The trial was way more user friendly. I needed a software that could hold my hand while I learned how the various reports work, and Netwrix offered that. Review Source ZZ Zisis Z. CISO Legal Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix for CISO" November 11, 2024 5.0 A very useful toll for monitoring not only AD but other resources as well Pros I like the way that collects data and instant alerts of non-compliance Cons What they need to work most is the dashboard customization Review Source KJ Kerry-Ann J. IT Security Analyst Financial Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy to Use" July 12, 2024 4.0 Pros The ability to get daily reports that are easy to read. When conducting search, there is no learning curve, you can simply use the software without needing prior exposure or training on it. The reports are very detail and concise. The daily email reports are great because you can see the health of your critical systems, a report of any group policy changes, SharePoint changes, file changes, etc. This makes audit and compliance a breeze and help with incident management. Cons Some logon reports can be difficult to comprehend especially when doing an ad hoc report of a logon activity of an account. Review Source dM denise M. Senior cyber security Oil & Energy Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Powerful Tool for Customizable Reporting" July 9, 2024 5.0 Netwrix Auditor has been an invaluable tool in our cybersecurity efforts. The customizable reports allow us to tailor our monitoring and auditing to meet our specific needs. While the user interface can be a bit overwhelming at first, the functionality and insights it provides are well worth the learning curve. Pros the ability to customize all the reports Cons The user interface can be a bit overwhelming at first. Review Source SM Scott M. IT Security Engineer Maritime Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix Auditor" July 10, 2024 5.0 Overall experience has been great. Using it led to deeper dives into certain aspects of our domain that needed extra security features or tightened control. Pros The predefined reports that are provided and the simplistic dashboard. Cons A lot of the times it says users have failed logins attempts or read attempts, but when you click to see when or where it's coming from it says there is no data, after it says the opposite on the prior page. Review Source BP Bradley P. Information Security Engineer Insurance Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Auditor is Fantastic for Monitoring AD Changes" July 9, 2024 5.0 We used to use it for file servers, but since we've retired so many we only use it for AD changes, GPO changes and account auth events. Pros I like how reliably it reports all Active Directory changes Cons Setting up permissions for file servers manually because our team didn't feel comfortable allowing Auditor setting perms automatically. Review Source PM Patrick M. NOG Manager Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Netwrix Auditor very useful and insightful tool" July 10, 2024 5.0 My experience has been great. The more I get familiar with the tool the more I get out of it Pros Netwrix Auditor gives me unique insight into my environment. It catches and makes me aware of many things I don't have the manpower to catch on my own. It is an extremely useful tool. Cons Some of the reporting causes a excess in alerts. Review Source BB Brad B. IT Administrator Banking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Product" July 9, 2024 5.0 Great. I have always had a great experience with this product. Pros The whole product does very well in my auditing needs. I mainly use AD side. Cons I have not had anything yet that I did not like about the product. Review Source RS Robbie S. Dir of IT Insurance Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A must have product if you want to audit your internal Active Directory environment" July 9, 2024 5.0 Very good. I recommend this to anyone who needs to use tools to stay compliant with industry regulations. Pros Integration with the Microsoft Active Directory and other products like IIS, SQL Server. Cons Price and renewals can cause budget issues Review Source KF Kirk F. Network Systems Analyst Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix Auditor Review" July 9, 2024 4.0 Pros Fully featured with many options and comprehensive Cons Search parameters not always intuitive with different results for similar commands Review Source BY Bryce Y. Network Technician Government Administration Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "SMC Review" July 9, 2024 4.0 very good experience using the setup and features Pros Customization and options are good when setting up all the alerts Cons Some detail missing from alerts, have to dig into a problem to find the root of the problem in the description Review Source AS Arshdeep S. Network Engineer Financial Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent Product" July 10, 2024 5.0 Overall experience with Netwrix is satisfactory Pros Email Notifications regarding pending days in password expiration Cons Reminder email notifications to users about their password expiry Review Source VD Vinh D. IT Oil & Energy Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Powerful Tool for System administrator." July 11, 2024 4.0 A great tool to monitor your servers and networks. Pros I would have to say support at Netwrix was great to work with. Cons The complexity it takes to setup the software as there are so many options/feature. Review Source BH Brad H. IT Infrastructure Management Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix Auditor support " July 15, 2024 4.0 Pros Support has been excellent thus far and I appreciate the timeliness of their responses. Cons I'd like to see better non-profit pricing and flexibility in pricing models and option for smaller organizations overall. Review Source MF Matthew F. Senior Systems Engineer Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Netwrix has helped revolutionize our processes and simplify environmental monitoring and management." July 17, 2017 5.0 We are able to easily spend our time on innovation as opposed to "fire-fighting." Pros Netwrix makes the process of auditing changes within our Active Directory environment very simple. We no longer have to spend additional time chasing down problems and what caused them. We can quickly evaluate what has recently changed, who changed it and then evaluate the best resolution without wasting time. This allows us to focus on the most important aspects of our jobs! Cons Netwrix does not have a lot of features that I do not find amazing. The only item that I can find that comes close to being a "con" involves the way that data is processed. I would love to find a method of auditing active directory and servers that do not involve granting Domain Admin rights to an account used for the product. It is understandable, though. Review Source AI Adrian I. Chief Technology Officer Banking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A auditing solution with huge value to the organization!" July 17, 2017 5.0 It makes AD auditing easier for our Information Security Officer, while providing real-time reports for our IT department. The program saves a lot of time that had been spent doing things manually. Pros The daily reporting is great at providing a snapshot of changes the environment for Information Security Officer. In our IT department we rely on the real-time alerts daily for user lockouts and other AD related changes to inform us of changes made so we can act accordingly. Cons It takes some time to get a handle on the on-demand reporting, but Netwrix provides a huge list of canned reports so you rarely have to create a customized report from scratch. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.