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SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools

Overview

What is SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools?

SolarWinds® Kiwi CatTools® is network automation tool designed to manage configurations on network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls. It helps users work more efficiently by scheduling automatic backup activities and rolling out configuration changes to multiple devices at…

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Quick and easy network configuration management

Rating: 9 out of 10
September 10, 2020
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CatTools is utilized by our global network team to ensure reliable, easy to manage backups of our numerous network devices. Setup and administration is simple enough to hand o...
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One Time Price

$852

On Premise
Per Instance

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee
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Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Product Details

What is SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools?

SolarWinds® Kiwi CatTools® is network automation tool designed to manage configurations on network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls. It helps users work more efficiently by scheduling automatic backup activities and rolling out configuration changes to multiple devices at the same time. With native support for devices from dozens of manufacturers, Kiwi CatTools is designed to simplify network administration, configuration change alerting, and backup management.

SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools Features

  • Supported: Schedules automated network configuration backups
  • Supported: Performs bulk configuration changes on multiple devices
  • Supported: Increases security with configuration change alerting
  • Supported: Performs network device management from one console
  • Supported: Compares device configurations and analyze changes
  • Supported: Rolls back network configuration when needed

SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools Screenshots

Screenshot of Schedule automated backups of network device configuration from routers, switches, firewalls, etc.Screenshot of Simultaneously perform or schedule configuration changes across multiple network devices with great ease.Screenshot of Receive real-time alerts when unauthorized configuration changes occur on network devices.Screenshot of Maintain a complete configuration history, and facilitate rollbacks to the last good configuration.Screenshot of Generate configuration and device information reports related to port, MAC, ARP, version details, and more.Screenshot of Get out-of-the-box support for both IPv4 and IPv6 devices from vendors, such as Cisco, HP, Huawei, 3Com and more.

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SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise
Operating SystemsWindows, Windows Server® 2016, Windows Server® 2012, Windows Server® 2012 R2, Windows Server® 2008 R2
Mobile ApplicationNo
Supported CountriesGlobal
Supported LanguagesEnglish

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Reviews and Ratings

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Users of the software have found it to be highly capable in implementing changes on a wide range of network devices, making it efficient for managing the entire network infrastructure. The ability to save and access logs of router activity has proved useful for future debugging purposes. Additionally, the software excels at network backup, allowing for large-scale backups and generating automatic reports. This feature has solved the problem of ensuring timely and effective backups of network equipment.

Users have also benefited from other valuable features such as network configuration backups, auditing, and mass deployment of changes through scripting. These features have provided an easier way to review and correct bad configurations on switches, enabling users to resolve issues more efficiently. Moreover, the software has been instrumental in managing a variety of remote sites with different equipment types. It has served as a reliable tool for global network teams to perform easy-to-manage backups of their network devices. The straightforward GUI has made setup and administration simple, even for interns or entry-level engineers. Overall, users have successfully managed and backed up their network devices while monitoring real-time latency, bandwidth, errors, packet losses, and hardware status using this software.

Efficient network configuration automation: Users have found SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools to be highly efficient in automating network configuration backups and managing backups for a large number of devices. This feature has been praised by several reviewers, making it easy to analyze and compare device configurations.

Quick and easy deployment: The speed of deployment of SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools has been highly praised by users. They have mentioned that it is quick and easy to set up and use the tool. Several reviewers have highlighted this aspect, emphasizing the convenience it brings to their network management processes.

Simplicity and user-friendliness: The simplicity and user-friendliness of SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools have been highlighted by users. They appreciate the straightforward and intuitive user interface, which makes it easy for even new users to navigate and operate the tool. Numerous reviewers have expressed their satisfaction with how easy it is to work with the application.

Outdated Interface: Many users have found the interface of the software to be confusing and outdated, which has led to a less-than-optimal user experience. They express a desire for a more modern application with an intuitive and visually appealing design.

Lack of Updates: A common concern among users is the infrequency of updates for the software. Some users feel that more regular updates should be released in order to enhance functionality, introduce new features, and address any existing issues or bugs.

Poor Customer Support: Users have expressed dissatisfaction with the customer support team's performance. They report unhelpful interactions and a lack of knowledge from the support staff, leading to frustration when seeking assistance. This issue greatly impacts their overall satisfaction with the software.

Users have provided several recommendations for Kiwi CatTools. One important recommendation is to ensure that the application supports the specific network equipment users want to manage or backup. Another suggestion is to consider SolarWinds as a comprehensive tool for configuring, automating, backing up, and restoring networks. Users have also recommended hosting the software on a dedicated server for optimal performance and stability. These insights can help potential users make informed decisions about Kiwi CatTools and explore alternatives like SolarWinds.

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Quick and easy network configuration management

Rating: 9 out of 10
Incentivized
September 10, 2020
Verified User
Vetted Review
Verified User
SolarWinds Kiwi CatTools
10 years of experience
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
CatTools is utilized by our global network team to ensure reliable, easy to manage backups of our numerous network devices. Setup and administration is simple enough to hand off to interns or entry-level engineers given its straightforward GUI.
Pros and Cons
  • Network device backups.
  • Identify configuration changes from prior backup.
  • Automated email notifications.
Likelihood to Recommend
Setting up device backup schedules for individual locations is quick and easy. The application is very straightforward and basic. The application covers 90% of our needs. Some devices that require configuration and file backups utilizing ftp or other methods are configured using a different set of tools. Backups can be stored in configured destination folders for easy review.
Return on Investment
  • Allows InfoSec to review all changes without granting access to actual devices.
  • Allows review of "what changed?" if required for particular sites.
  • Alerts confirm what devices have been modified every day.
Support Rating
10
The software is easy enough to set up and configure that even after using the product for years, we never had to contact support. We used some open source products before utilizing CatTools and could have used a speed dial to try and figure out the intricacies of the products.
Usability
8
CatTools is simple to set up and administer. Anyone who can install a Windows application can quickly set up an automated backup of one or more devices. It does what it was designed to do.
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