Ratings
Connectwise Automate
SolarWinds Dameware
Overall
4.8
Meets Requirements
9.2
905 responses
Ease of Use
9.3
912 responses
Ease of Setup
9.4
804 responses
Ease of Admin
9.5
80 responses
Quality of Support
9.4
876 responses
Ease of Doing Business with
9.6
808 responses
Product Direction (% positive)
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.
SolarWinds Dameware
Product Summary
Dameware Remote Everywhere offers cloud-native remote support tools that enable IT professionals and managed service providers (MSPs) to monitor remote endpoints and quickly resolve issues. To keep data and devices safe, Dameware employs encryption and multi-factor authentication. Dameware’s help desk functionalities and comprehensive reporting simplify and speed up remote support.
Use Cases
- Remote access:
Customizable remote access ensures that IT Remote access: Dameware Remote Everywhere allows technicians to access remote devices inside and outside a network to diagnose problems and execute commands to solve them. - Endpoint monitoring:
Technicians can view real-time and historical insight into device health and session details, allowing them to resolve any issues. - Remote support:
Users can streamline their remote support work by using Dameware’s helpdesk features, such as file transfer, screen sharing, and a built-in ticketing system.
Shortcomings
- Difficult setup:
Initial setup of SolarWinds Dameware can be difficult, according to reviews. Users also say that some technical expertise is needed to use the platform. - Remote connection issues:
DNS conflicts can lead technicians to connect to the wrong device. - Graphics issues:
Screen resolution often suffers when using remote access functions, making it difficult for technicians to effectively troubleshoot devices.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Connectwise Automate and SolarWinds Dameware
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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