What are the Alternatives to VMware NSX for Software-Defined Networking and Network Security?

Organizations seeking NSX alternatives for SDN and network security typically evaluate Cisco ACI, Nutanix Flow (for Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure), Open vSwitch (OVS) + OVN, and Arcfra Network Service (for Arcfra Enterprise Cloud Platform).

Here’s a feature comparison:

Among these VMware alternative solutions, ANS, as the key component of Arcfra Enterprise Cloud Platform (AECP), which is a Gartner-recognized sample solution for VMware replacement, provides a comprehensive, all-in-one SDN and security solution, with simpler O&M when compared with VMware NSX.

• Unified Functions: Delivers distributed firewall, load balancing, virtual private cloud (VPC) networking, and container networking within a single product — no need for multiple tools.
• Consistent VM & Container Security: Enables centralized network and security policy management across both VMs and Kubernetes clusters.
• Network Traffic Visualization: Offers built-in data flow visualization for real-time monitoring, faster troubleshooting, and improved security auditing.
• On-Premise, No SaaS Dependency: Fully self-contained deployment ensures maximum control over networking and compliance.

For more information: Arcfra Network Service vs. VMware NSX: Comparable Capabilities, Streamlined Management

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