Compare NMIS vs. cBackup

FirstWave’s NMIS is a network management system that provides fault, performance, configuration management, performance graphs, and threshold alerts. Business rules allow for highly specific notification policies that can be used with multiple notification methods. FirstWave also enables partners, including some of the world’s largest telcos and managed service providers (MSPs), to protect their customers from cyber-attacks, while rapidly growing cybersecurity services revenues at scale. FirstWave provides a comprehensive end-to-end solution for network discovery, management, and cybersecurity for its partners globally.

cBackup specializes in backing up configuration data for network equipment across various platforms and devices. We are committed to continuously expanding our support for new devices, which we distribute through our content delivery system. It is essential not only to retain the configuration data but also to implement version control to monitor any modifications. Leveraging Git functionality, cBackup offers features such as diff and history tracking for plain-text configurations. Users can create a highly customizable environment, allowing them to establish discovery and backup policies as well as tailor hardware support to their specific needs. We encourage users to share their unique customizations with the community. The software offers support in both English and Russian right out of the box. Additionally, we are active on Transifex, inviting everyone to contribute translations in other languages to enhance user accessibility. cBackup is distributed under the AGPLv3 license, making it freely available without hidden fees or restrictions on features. Furthermore, the introduction of new device support and policies is also provided at no cost, ensuring users have access to the latest updates. Our goal is to provide a versatile and user-friendly tool that meets the diverse needs of our users.