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Cisco Catalyst Center vs macmon NAC
Both stand on network access control software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Visit Cisco Catalyst Center Free trial Self-hostedWeb
macmon NAC combines network visibility, access control, directory connections, and guest access in a hybrid deployment. The Smart plan has a stated node limit and fixed three-year billing term, while a 30-day trial is available.
Visit macmon NACThe facts
| Cisco Catalyst Center | macmon NAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | macmon NAC Smart: €4.72 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cisco.com | belden.macmon.eu |
| On network access control software | #6 of 23 | #10 of 23 |
Cisco Catalyst Center: what it does well
macmon NAC: what it does well
- Live graphical topology of devices and connections
- Supports wired and wireless access control
- Can combine 802.1X and SNMP authentication
- Guest portal supports temporary access and BYOD
What to know first
- No free plan
- Smart plan lists a 250-node limit before extensions
- Listed price is net RRP on a fixed three-year term
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