Connectwise Automate vs Pandora FMS

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Ratings

Connectwise Automate

Pandora FMS

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Overall

4.1
4.6

4.8

Meets Requirements

8.4
98 responses
9.3
127 responses

9.2

905 responses

Ease of Use

7.2
99 responses
8.9
127 responses

9.3

912 responses

Ease of Setup

6.2
61 responses
8.7
93 responses

9.4

804 responses

Ease of Admin

7.1
61 responses
8.4
68 responses

9.5

80 responses

Quality of Support

7.4
93 responses
8.9
124 responses

9.4

876 responses

Ease of Doing Business with

8.8
495 responses
9
63 responses

9.6

808 responses

Product Direction (% positive)

6.9
97 responses
9.7
125 responses

9.8

897 responses

Based on G2 Spring 2024

Competitors

Connectwise Automate

Product Summary

ConnectWise Automate, previously known as LabTech, is a remote monitoring and management (RMM) platform that simplifies and automates managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting endpoints. Its scripting function allows managed service providers (MSPs) and IT teams to automate routine processes and workflows and customize the platform to meet their needs.

Use Cases

  • Remote endpoint management:
    From a single view, users can monitor device status and manage endpoints, solving performance or security issues without disruptive downtime
  • Patch and software management:
    Deploy applications and install updates using the solution ensure that devices are configured, optimized, and secure.
  • Automation:
    Cut down on routine IT workloads by automating repeatable tasks.

Shortcomings

  • Difficult implementation:
    Initial implementation of ConnectWise Automate is complex, costly, and time-consuming, and users often need consultants to help implement and use the solution.
  • Complex interface:
    Technicians can take a long time to fully understand how to utilize the platform’s features and settings.
  • Lack of support for non-Windows devices:
    The solution is built more for Windows devices with less patching, actions, and data for other OS.

Pandora FMS

Product Summary

Pandora FMS is a comprehensive IT management solution that includes audit, monitoring, configuration management, remote control, ITSM, inventory, and system security. Its platform helps IT teams of all sizes find and solve problems quickly to keep their IT network healthy.

Use Cases

  • Real-time monitoring:
    Pandora FMS continuously scans your IT network to offer reliable, up-to-date data.
  • Remote control:
    Pandora FMS offers remote shell access on Linux, Windows, and Mac.
  • Log management:
    The software helps you search for information across all your monitored systems in a single click.

Shortcomings

  • Learning curve:
    The software solution may be initially difficult to understand, especially for beginner IT technicians.
  • Complex initial set-up:
    Some G2 users have stated that Pandora FMS can be initially complicated and time-consuming.
  • Integration issues:
    Pandora FMS may have compatibility issues with different business applications.

NinjaOne

Why your peers choose us over Connectwise Automate and Pandora FMS

NinjaOne sets itself apart with its exceptional customer reviews, usability and comprehensive integration options, positioning it ahead of its competitors. The platform’s interface is expertly crafted for both quick adoption and ease of use, vital for dynamic IT environments. This focus on user experience doesn’t compromise its robust feature set, which is designed to boost operational efficiency, an area where many competitors struggle.

In terms of integration, NinjaOne shines by offering extensive compatibility with a wide array of third-party applications, an area where other RMM solutions often have limitations. This makes it a more adaptable choice for varied IT ecosystems. Furthermore, NinjaOne’s scalability and performance consistency, even in large network scenarios, mark it as a superior option. Enhanced by advanced, customizable reporting tools, NinjaOne emerges as a leading choice for IT professionals seeking a dependable, efficientRMM platform.

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