Hotspot Shield VPN vs. Plixer Scrutinizer

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Hotspot Shield VPN
Score 9.4 out of 10
N/A
N/A
$0
Plixer Scrutinizer
Score 6.0 out of 10
N/A
Plixer is a developer of network management software with a focus on network traffic analysis, network security, threat detection and network optimization, headquartered in Kennebunk, Maine. Plixer Scrutinizer collects, analyzes, visualizes, and reports on data from every network conversation and digital transaction to deliver security and network intelligence.N/A
Pricing
Hotspot Shield VPNPlixer Scrutinizer
Editions & Modules
Free
$0
Premium
$12.99
per month
Premium Family
$19.99
per month
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Hotspot Shield VPNPlixer Scrutinizer
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Features
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Virtual Private Network
Comparison of Virtual Private Network features of Product A and Product B
Hotspot Shield VPN
8.9
1 Ratings
1% above category average
Plixer Scrutinizer
-
Ratings
AES 256-bit Encryption10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Kill Switch10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Multi-Platform Support10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Split Tunneling10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
IP Address Masking10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
No-Logs Policy5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Multiple Server Locations10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Automatic Wi-Fi Protection10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Simultaneous Connections5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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User Ratings
Hotspot Shield VPNPlixer Scrutinizer
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(1 ratings)
7.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
10.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
7.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
Hotspot Shield VPNPlixer Scrutinizer
Likelihood to Recommend
Pango
It's a great VPN overall. We got it bundled with Dashlane which is great value. We use it to connect to our system and services when outside of our designated office workspace which is secure and encrypted. VPN is easy to use, not complains there. It just works! I would recommend it! At this price point, there is not a better solution.
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Plixer International
If you need a network security forensic tool, this is a great fit. Scrutinizer collects everything you have configured as a target without losing data. If you need an in-depth analysis of your network flows, as in who is doing what with what this is a good fit. Scrutinizer translates a massive about of data into readable tables and reports.
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Pros
Pango
  • VPN
  • Encrpytion
  • Movie streaming
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Plixer International
  • Once configured, Scrutinizer gives an accurate overview of network activity.
  • Scrutinizer is able to collect flows from a variety of devices, you are not limited to Cisco.
  • DSCP based reporting, which is helpful when attempting to determine how good your wireless network is from a QoS perspective.
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Cons
Pango
  • Do note none
  • It works fine
  • It is fast
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Plixer International
  • The free version has some limitations that make an accurate evaluation difficult, every day at midnight the data is flushed and you start over.
  • If you are purchasing the appliance, you won't have admin access to it.
  • Reporting could use some polished graphics and advance filtering features.
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Usability
Pango
It's a great VPN overall. We got it bundled with Dashlane which is great value. We use it to connect to our system and services when outside of our designated office workspace which is secure and encrypted. VPN is easy to use, not complains there. It just works! I would recommend it! At this price point, there is not a better solution.
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Plixer International
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Support Rating
Pango
No answers on this topic
Plixer International
Support is support, they are either there or they are not. Scrutinizer support has been there every time I've needed them. They rely a bit too much on email correspondence, sometimes I want a voice to tell me what to do, and fast
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Alternatives Considered
Pango
It's a great VPN overall. We got it bundled with Dashlane which is great value. We use it to connect to our system and services when outside of our designated office workspace which is secure and encrypted. VPN is easy to use, not complains there. It just works! I would recommend it! At this price point, there is not a better solution.
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Plixer International
Scrutinizer is a faster and simpler deployment while still delivering the tools and reports needed to gain accurate view traffic and network usage. Its cheaper than most alternatives and daily use is focused on understanding data, not making config changes so you can understand data. Risk reduction and elimination is the primary focus, Scrutinizer helps you do that.
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Return on Investment
Pango
  • We use it as VPN
  • It works
  • Easy to handle
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Plixer International
  • Scrutinizer is a great tool, extremely easy to implement, it lets you see your NetFlow without a large outlay.
  • WAN traffic monitoring gives you the ability to accurately predict the necessary bandwidth volume, you can now stop over buying.
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