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CISCO Internet of Things

Composite Score
7.5 /10
CX Score
7.6 /10
Category
CISCO Internet of Things
7.5 /10

What is CISCO Internet of Things?

Cisco internet of things products & solutions allow you to connect your IoT devices, secure IoT connectivity, extract & compute with IoT data management.

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CISCO Internet of Things Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

89 Likeliness to Recommend

100 Plan to Renew

84 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+85 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love CISCO Internet of Things?

0% Negative
20% Neutral
80% Positive

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Effective Service

Feature Ratings

Average 81

High Availability

93

IoT Application Development

85

Device Management

83

Scalability

83

Performance

82

Interoperability & Integration

82

Data Management

82

Analytics

80

Machine Learning

79

Edge Processing

79

Security

76

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 84

Ease of Data Integration

88

Breadth of Features

88

Quality of Features

88

Vendor Support

87

Usability and Intuitiveness

86

Ease of Implementation

85

Business Value Created

84

Ease of IT Administration

83

Availability and Quality of Training

82

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

79

Ease of Customization

76

CISCO Internet of Things Reviews

Andre F.

  • Role: Industry Specific Role
  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2024

Fantastic product!

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates CISCO Internet of Things from other similar products?

Cisco has a broad range of connectivity and security options for its products.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Secure is baked into the design of all Cisco IOT platforms.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The price is a bit steep for Cisco products.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

POC the IOT platform to make sure you get the desired digitization value from your process that you want to optimize.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Appreciates Incumbent Status
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Enables Productivity

Cons

  • Commodity Features
  • Less Efficient Service
  • Vendor's Interest First

Himanshu S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2024

Very effective for organization business growth.

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates CISCO Internet of Things from other similar products?

The main difference is that CISCO has supported all scheduled photocalls and provided the extra-ordered customary support because they have large numbers of community members where the others do not have this capability.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite is that Cisco provides the best networking and IOT management products, and still it is the best in the market.

What do you dislike most about this product?

I don't think it out as dislike points, but it is bit costly.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

My recommendation is that he should improve the GUI features.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Unique Features
  • Efficient Service

Utkarsh M.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2024

Powerful and secure but complex

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates CISCO Internet of Things from other similar products?

Cisco's IoT solutions stand out through their focus on secure, scalable networking that integrates with existing IT and OT systems. Their products are well-suited for large-scale, mission-critical applications that require high levels of security, visibility, and real-time data processing, particularly in industries like manufacturing, transportation, and energy. With a wide ecosystem and strong partnerships, Cisco provides a comprehensive and reliable IoT platform for enterprises looking to deploy IoT at scale.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of Cisco's IoT solutions is the seamless integration of security and scalability. Cisco prioritizes security at every level, from device to network, which is critical for large-scale deployments in industries like manufacturing and energy. At the same time, their ability to handle massive IoT networks with edge computing makes it highly efficient for real-time decision-making, blending security with performance perfectly.

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I find less favorable about Cisco's IoT solutions is the complexity of deployment. While it's powerful and secure, setting up and managing the entire ecosystem can be challenging for smaller companies or those without advanced networking expertise. It often requires significant technical resources, which might be a barrier for businesses looking for simpler plug-and-play solutions.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Assess Technical Expertise: Ensure your team has the required networking skills or plan for Cisco-certified support. Start Small: Begin with a pilot project to familiarize yourself with the platform before scaling. Prioritize Security: Take advantage of Cisco's strong security features to safeguard your IoT network. Integrate with Existing Infrastructure: Leverage Cisco's ability to work with existing IT/OT systems for a smoother transition. Consider Total Cost: Factor in both upfront and ongoing costs, as Cisco’s IoT solutions can be resource-intensive.

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Unique Features