ManageEngine Log360 is among the most cost-accessible enterprise SIEM platforms available in India — significantly less expensive than Splunk, IBM QRadar or Microsoft Sentinel at comparable feature sets. But its pricing model has nuances worth understanding before you request a quote.
This guide explains how Log360 is priced, what each edition includes, the perpetual vs subscription choice, and how to calculate the total cost of ownership for an Indian deployment.
How ManageEngine Log360 Is Priced
Log360 pricing is primarily based on two factors:
1. Number of log sources (devices) A "log source" is any device or system sending logs to Log360 — a Windows server, a Linux server, a network switch, a firewall, a cloud application. The more log sources, the higher the licence cost.
2. Edition Log360 is available in multiple editions with different feature sets:
- Log360 Free — up to 5 log sources, limited features
- Log360 Standard — unlimited log sources, full compliance reports, AD auditing, threat detection
- Log360 UEBA — add-on to Standard; adds ML-based user behaviour analytics
Log360 Free Edition
ManageEngine offers a permanently free version of Log360 with the following limitations:
| Feature | Free Limit |
|---|---|
| Log sources | 5 devices |
| Log storage | Limited |
| Reports | 25 pre-built reports |
| Compliance reports | ❌ Not included |
| AD auditing | ❌ Not included |
| UEBA | ❌ Not included |
| Threat detection | ❌ Basic only |
The Free edition is suitable for initial evaluation or very small environments. For any production deployment, the Standard edition is required.
Log360 Standard Edition — Pricing in India
Log360 Standard is available under two commercial models:
Perpetual Licence (One-time purchase)
ManageEngine is one of the few SIEM vendors still offering a perpetual licensing option — you purchase the software outright and pay an annual maintenance fee (typically 20–22% of the licence cost) for updates and support.
This is popular among Indian BFSI and government buyers who prefer a CapEx model and do not want to depend on ongoing subscription payments.
Perpetual pricing (estimated ranges — contact Cloudfy for current INR quote):
| Log Sources | Estimated Perpetual Licence |
|---|---|
| Up to 50 log sources | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| Up to 100 log sources | ₹2,20,000 – ₹3,20,000 |
| Up to 250 log sources | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 |
| Unlimited log sources | Contact for quote |
Annual maintenance (updates + support): approximately 20–22% of perpetual licence cost.
Annual Subscription
Log360 is also available as an annual subscription (OpEx model):
| Log Sources | Estimated Annual Subscription |
|---|---|
| Up to 50 log sources | ₹60,000 – ₹1,00,000/year |
| Up to 100 log sources | ₹1,10,000 – ₹1,70,000/year |
| Up to 250 log sources | ₹2,20,000 – ₹3,50,000/year |
Note: All pricing estimates are ex-GST. GST at 18% applies. Contact Cloudfy for current authorised pricing.
Log360 UEBA Add-on
UEBA (User and Entity Behaviour Analytics) is a separately priced add-on to the Standard edition. It adds:
- ML-based user risk scoring
- Entity behaviour baselining
- Insider threat detection
- Anomalous access alerts
- Advanced correlation with behaviour context
UEBA pricing is typically 30–50% additional over the Standard licence cost. For regulated sectors (BFSI, healthcare) where insider threats are a primary risk, UEBA is a worthwhile investment.
What Affects Your Final Log360 Price
1. Log source count
This is the primary cost driver. Count all devices that will send logs: Windows servers, Linux servers, network switches, firewalls, Wi-Fi controllers, cloud platforms (each cloud account typically counts as one or more sources).
2. Log storage and retention
Log360 uses a local database (or remote NAS/SAN) for log storage. ManageEngine does not charge separately for storage — you provision your own hardware. For a 250-device environment, budget for 2–4 TB of storage for 90-day hot retention.
3. On-premise server hardware
On-premise Log360 requires a Windows Server for the Log360 application. For a 100-device deployment, a server with 8 cores, 32GB RAM and fast storage (SSD) is typical. This hardware cost is separate from the Log360 software licence.
4. Cloudfy deployment services
The software licence covers the product. A production deployment includes configuration work (log source setup, alert tuning, compliance report configuration) that is typically quoted separately by Cloudfy.
TCO Comparison: Log360 vs Splunk vs Microsoft Sentinel
For an Indian business with 100 log sources and 3-year TCO:
| Platform | Estimated 3-Year TCO (INR, ex-GST) |
|---|---|
| ManageEngine Log360 Standard | ₹4,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 |
| ManageEngine Log360 + UEBA | ₹6,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 |
| Microsoft Sentinel | ₹8,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 (data ingestion-based, highly variable) |
| Splunk Enterprise | ₹15,00,000 – ₹40,00,000 |
| IBM QRadar | ₹20,00,000 – ₹50,00,000 |
Note: Estimates are indicative for comparison purposes. Actual pricing varies significantly based on data volume, feature usage, and support tiers. Cloudfy can provide formal comparative quotes.
Key takeaway: Log360 delivers comparable core SIEM functionality to Splunk at 3–8x lower TCO. For most Indian mid-market businesses, this is the most economically rational choice.
Log360 vs Microsoft Sentinel — Pricing Model Difference
Microsoft Sentinel is priced on data ingestion volume (per GB of logs ingested per day), which makes it highly unpredictable. A company that adds a new log source or increases log verbosity can see significant unexpected cost increases.
Log360 is priced per log source (device count) — predictable, budget-friendly, and unaffected by log verbosity.
What Is Included in Cloudfy's Log360 Package
When you purchase Log360 through Cloudfy, you receive:
- Software licence with INR invoice + 18% GST
- Installation and configuration (server sizing, software deployment, initial setup)
- Log source integration (AD connector, firewall log forwarding, cloud platform connectors)
- Alert rule configuration (baseline rules + Indian compliance-relevant alerts)
- Compliance report templates (RBI Cyber Security Framework, SEBI LODR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001)
- Staff training walkthrough (console orientation, report generation, alert management)
Annual maintenance renewal and ongoing managed SOC support are available as add-ons.
How to Get a Log360 Quote from Cloudfy
Provide us with:
- Number and type of log sources (servers, network devices, cloud platforms)
- Required compliance frameworks (RBI, SEBI, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, other)
- Preferred deployment model (on-premise / cloud SaaS)
- Required log retention period (30/90/180/365 days)
We will issue a formal INR quotation within one business day.
Contact Cloudfy: +91 97600 50555 · connect@cloudfysystems.com
ManageEngine Log360 partner services in India — from initial licence procurement through production deployment and ongoing managed support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I start with Log360 Free and upgrade later?
Yes. ManageEngine allows you to upgrade from Free to Standard by applying a purchased licence key. Log data collected under the Free edition is retained.
Is Log360 pricing one-time or annual?
Both options are available — perpetual (one-time purchase + annual maintenance) or annual subscription. Most Indian enterprises in regulated sectors prefer perpetual for CapEx accounting; growing companies often prefer subscription.
How does ManageEngine count log sources?
Each device or application that sends logs counts as one source. A single Windows server = 1 source. Microsoft 365 typically counts as one source regardless of user count. Cloud accounts (AWS, Azure) may count as multiple sources depending on service count.
Does Log360 pricing include storage?
No. Log360 does not include storage infrastructure. You provision your own disk — either direct-attached to the Log360 server or a network share. ManageEngine recommends fast SSD storage for the hot log database and can archive older logs to cheaper object storage.