Autonomous patching. Real-time visibility. One unified platform.
Every endpoint, one console
NinjaOne MDM gives IT teams full visibility and control over mobile and desktop devices in the same console they use for everything else — no separate tool, no extra login. Enroll, configure, and manage all your devices from one place.
Faster troubleshooting with built-in tools
Technicians can access files, tasks, services, and the registry instantly—no remote session required. With everything built into one interface, resolution time is faster, and workflows are simplified.
Reporting that proves the value of IT
Stop exporting to Excel. NinjaOne delivers real-time dashboards and customizable reports for patch compliance, asset data, and executive visibility. Schedule automated delivery so stakeholders always have the insights they need, without pulling data or chasing updates.
Action1
Product Summary
Action1 is a cloud-native RMM platform focused on patch management, remote monitoring, and endpoint security—particularly for Windows environments. Designed for ease of use and fast setup, it appeals to IT teams seeking a lightweight, low-complexity solution.
Use Cases
- Patch management: Action1 poises its patch management capabilities as its cornerstone feature, allowing continuous patch compliance for servers and workstations, though patching for iOS and Android mobile devices is not included.
- Vulnerability discovery: The management and monitoring tool provides real-time vulnerability discovery, reducing security risks for the IT infrastructure.
- Easy deployment: Technicians can quickly deploy applications and software to their endpoints.
Shortcomings
- OS compatibility: The Action1 agent covers Windows, macOS, and Linux, but does not cover iOS or Android mobile devices.
- Ticketing & documentation: Action1 does not include native ticketing or documentation capabilities. Teams that need a full IT workflow platform will require additional tools to fill those gaps.
- No native backup solution: Action1 does not include a built-in backup capability. Organizations requiring backup must rely on third-party integrations, adding complexity and additional vendor management to their IT environment.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Action1
NinjaOne brings deep remote tooling, powerful automation, endpoint monitoring, patch management, vulnerability management, backup, ticketing, documentation, and MDM into a single, purpose-built console — so IT teams can move fast without switching tools. As a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Management Tools and the #1-rated RMM on G2, NinjaOne is trusted by over 30,000 customers to run leaner, resolve issues faster, and prove IT’s value to the business. 93% saved time on software deployment, and 71% replaced more than four tools after switching.
“NinjaOne is our main platform. Everything we need is there — cloud backup instead of local solutions, monitoring, patching, automation — all in one system.”
Deividas Garbauskas // Head of the Engineering Group at GoIT
This is why customers love us
100,000
Endpoints managed
“NinjaOne is a scalable solution. It’s built on a modern SaaS architecture and it’s future-proof.”
40%
More Cost Effective
“NinjaOne’s price point is 40% less than any other endpoint management tool on the market, while being more powerful and easy to use.”
10-15
Tools Replaced
“Before, I needed 10-15 different tools to execute what NinjaOne does in its centralized, single pane of glass.”
30%
Less time for patching
“We observed a 30% reduction in the time taken for patch deployments compared to our previous solution.”
2,000
Endpoints managed
“NinjaOne gives me much more flexibility and security in my work”
30%
Annual ROI
“[NinjaOne] has already shown its value in ROI…it’s at least a hundred thousand dollars annually.”
24x
Faster Endpoint Management
“Our processes have become 24x faster with NinjaOne.”
20-40
Hours Saved Each Week
“Leveraging the automations feature within NinjaOne has enabled me to save upwards of what would likely be 20 to 30 to even 40 hours per week.”
NinjaOne Integrations
Splashtop
Azure
SentinelOne
Slack
CrowdStrike
Okta
ConnectWise
N-able Passportal
OneLogin
IT Glue
Splashtop
Azure
SentinelOne
Slack
CrowdStrike
Okta
ConnectWise
N-Able
One Login
IT Glue
NinjaOne vs. Action1 FAQs
How does Action1 compare to NinjaOne?
Action1 is a cloud-based management system focusing mainly on patch management to simplify the deployment of critical security updates and ensure that devices are protected from vulnerabilities. NinjaOne, on the other hand, is a complete endpoint management system that goes beyond patch management. It has features essential to most IT operations, such as automation, backup and restore, and many more. It’s a comprehensive IT solution that covers a broader spectrum of needs, making it ideal for organizations seeking a more all-in-one approach to IT management.
Does Action1 software offer a ticket management feature?
Action1 doesn’t have a built-in ticketing management feature, making users integrate with other ticketing systems through their API for a more comprehensive IT management solution.
Does Action1 support Mac, Windows, and Linux?
Action1 supports Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems. However, it lacks support for mobile devices. In contrast, NinjaOne supports major operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as iOS and Android, ensuring comprehensive management across your entire IT infrastructure.
Does Action1 offer deployment and support for mobile devices?
NinjaOne is rated #1 in customer support on G2 and includes free, unlimited onboarding, training, and support with every plan. NinjaOne maintains a first-response time of under 30 minutes and a customer satisfaction score of 97%.
Does Action1 have a reporting feature?
Yes — Action1 includes built-in reports covering patch compliance, missing updates, vulnerability status, and software and hardware inventory. However, all outputs are limited to tabular CSV or HTML exports with no native charts, graphs, PDF export, or client-ready formatting. Teams needing stakeholder-facing reports typically have to supplement with a third-party tool like Power BI. NinjaOne delivers real-time dashboards and customizable reports across patch compliance, asset data, and endpoint health — with scheduled automated delivery and formatted outputs ready to share without extra steps.