Connectwise Automate vs VMware Workspace One

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Ratings

ConnectWise Automate

VMware Workspace One

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Overall

4.1
4

4.8

Meets Requirements

8.5
103 responses
8.6
30 responses

9.2

905 responses

Ease of Use

7.3
105 responses
8.1
30 responses

9.3

912 responses

Ease of Setup

6.5
67 responses
8
11 responses

9.4

804 responses

Ease of Admin

7.2
63 responses
7.9
12 responses

9.5

80 responses

Quality of Support

7.5
98 responses
7.7
27 responses

9.4

876 responses

Ease of Doing Business with

7.8
64 responses
7.4
12 responses

9.6

808 responses

Product Direction (% positive)

6.9
102 responses
7.4
27 responses

9.8

897 responses

Based on G2 Winter 2026

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.

VMware Workspace One

Product Summary

VMware Workspace ONE is a unified endpoint management platform that allows users to manage devices, virtualized endpoints, and applications.

Use Cases

  • Remote monitoring:
    VMware Workspace ONE uses RMM to provide visibility on device health, application performance, and other key metrics.
  • Remote access:
    Technicians can troubleshoot issues that arise with secure remote access.
  • Automation:
    Automate common and repetitive tasks such as application and device deployment and patch management.

Shortcomings

  • Complex interface:
    Reviews have said that VMware Workspace ONE has a steep learning curve for new users.
  • Performance problems:
    VMware Workspace ONE loads slowly and can be unresponsive because the platform may open too many applications simultaneously.
  • Pricing:
    Cost-conscious businesses may find VMware Workspace ONE expensive compared to similar platforms on the market.

NinjaOne

Why your peers choose us over ConnectWise Automate and VMware Workspace One

For enterprise IT organizations managing complex, distributed environments, NinjaOne delivers where others fall short. Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Management Tools, NinjaOne is purpose-built to meet the demands of large-scale operations, combining deep visibility, governance-grade control, and the industry’s highest customer satisfaction scores.

Enterprise teams choose NinjaOne for its ability to scale without compromise. Whether managing thousands of endpoints across global locations or enforcing consistent security and compliance policies across heterogeneous infrastructure, NinjaOne provides the reliability and operational consistency that enterprise environments require. Unlike many competing solutions that carry steep learning curves and high system resource overhead, NinjaOne delivers enterprise-grade power without the implementation burden.

NinjaOne’s integration ecosystem is built for enterprise breadth, offering pre-built compatibility with leading security and ITSM platforms, enabling organizations to consolidate their toolset rather than work around it. Advanced, role-based reporting and audit-ready dashboards give IT leadership the real-time intelligence needed to drive strategic decisions and demonstrate compliance. For enterprises seeking a proven, scalable endpoint management platform backed by best-in-class support, NinjaOne is the clear choice.

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This comparison represents our assessment of publicly available product capabilities as of March 2024. Our evaluation draws on vendor-provided materials, including product documentation and release notes, as well as publicly available pricing information, customer feedback, and analyst insights. Where applicable, details were reviewed against the vendor’s then-current generally available (GA) release as of the date indicated.