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We performed a comparison between Kaseya VSA and LogMeIn Central based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"VSA installs an agent on every computer that allows users to create a help desk ticket with one click. That's why I chose VSA. Many users never create tickets when they have a problem. Sometimes I won't know about an issue until they run into me and say, "Hey, this has been broken for two months."""The remote management is quite good. Also, the patch management and service desk are great features of the solution.""The patch management and the remote support are very good, especially the remote support. There is a module built into the solution which allows remote control without necessarily interrupting the user. We could manage things in the background without them seeing or interacting with anything, which is a very useful feature.""This solution is our RMM tool and we love the deployment features.""Provides efficient automation.""The solution was scalable.""Patch management was very useful. Backdoor access to the clients was also very useful.""We can schedule the patching of the endpoints."

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"It saves us drive time, we don't have to go to clients. We can just use remote access.""For me, it's convenience because I cover three different offices, and I need to be able to remotely access any of those three offices from anywhere, anytime. With LogMeIn Central, I can do that.""​The initial setup was pretty straightforward.""I like the encryption and security of LogMeIn. I think the end-to-end security on it, in and of itself, is really good. I use the two-point login system and it's great.""The alerts are helpful.""It allows you to transfer along with many other functions.""This solution has allowed granular permission access to machines, very consistent and solid most of the time.""I like the options for multiple displays. The unattended access is very useful, but it can also be misused. So, it is something you have to be careful with."

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Cons
"The reporting feature in Kaseya VSA could improve by being more user-friendly. The reporting overview is too wordy or the representation can be better.""The main difference would be the addition of audio transfer between the end-user and the remote connectivity software. That is the one critical piece that we are currently lacking.""There should be more Mac support. Whenever a new Mac operating system comes out, the support is very limited. It takes them a while to get things up to date. We're seeing more and more people move to Mac from the Windows environment for various reasons, but their support for Mac is very limited. A lot of it might have to do with Mac itself, but there are ways to improve upon that. That would be my biggest thing for improvement.""There is room for improvement in the remote control strengths.""Its scripting language kind of sucked. They have their own version of PowerShell inside VSA. if you want to reach out and grab endpoint information, for instance, to know how many end devices have a program installed, you actually have to write a script for that. It wasn't like how it is in CrowdStrike where you can just do a search, and it just happened. In VSA, you have to write your own script to do it. In terms of new features, an integrated MDM for mobile devices would be awesome.""The user interface is somewhat outdated.""It never functioned as intended.""The solution is hard to use at first until you understand how it works."

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"The update issues are an absolute pain. It says it is updating things, but the updates do not go through, and you try your hardest to get the updates to go through and they don't. You go to the PC, but there is no update there, then you go back and it says there are updates.""The screen. Make it clearer. The screen resolutions don't always line up. So clarity of the screen, and speed.""The solution is expensive as hell.""It is easy to get locked out, which is something that needs to be improved.""I have had issues where LogMeIn has not been useful, then we have not been able to work that day. This happens probably two or three times a year.""The file transfer could be better. They could make it a lot easier to deal with. LogMeIn Central is not that intuitive. It's a lot harder to figure out.""Compared to other products, I feel that their biggest weakness has been customer service. They are very nice, but things take forever to resolve. It has been a major issue there. Otherwise, we're happy. We haven't moved away from them because we haven't found anybody with comparable pricing for our business model.""LogMeIn Rescue could be made a lot easier where you could just tell the person where to go and log in, and they could just log in. Or even make it simpler where you could just send a file to a person and they would click on it; just something easier. The way they have it right now, it's not easy."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The pricing is quite good and we are satisfied with it."
  • "I think it costs more than ManageEngine."
  • "The dollar exchange rate in Brazil is very high, so the price should be better for our country."
  • "It depends on what products you want. Kaseya loves packages, and if you are packaging, it is more affordable. If you're not packaging, it tends to be a little bit more expensive than others."
  • "It is not expensive. Anyone can afford it. Most of the time, we get a discount for licenses. We had about 5,000 agents, and we received a discount on the price. There is only the licensing cost. If you use the on-prem version, you also have the infrastructure cost."
  • "With the on-prem, you buy the agent license. That's a one-time fee, and it varies depending on how many you have. You also pay annual maintenance on the number that you have. So, there are two fees involved: a one-time fee and a recurring fee."
  • "We pay a monthly fee, but it's a three-year contract divided by 36. They don't offer a true SaaS plan where you can add licenses monthly as you go. The cost is $7 per person per month, and we are paying about $1,700 a month."
  • "We were looking at a price of $22.50 cents per user."
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  • "It sucks that I am paying for LogMeIn Central, LogMeIn Pro, and LogMeIn Rescue, plus LogMeIn Ignition, which is the mobile app​. It costs me a lot of money every month at LogMeIn. ​"
  • "It really is an expensive product for me.​"
  • "Pricing is a little on the expensive side, compared to what TeamViewer has offered."
  • "It used to be a lot cheaper but then the price shot up (doubled over the span of two years), but it's hard to switch, and most competing products are similarly priced anyway."
  • "Pricing is a little high. They require for LogMeIn Central to go into brackets. If you go over a certain amount of PCs or servers to access, going up to the next bracket is a big jump."
  • "The price is a little high but it's competitive. The licensing process is fairly easy."
  • "It's probably worth the value, but the price increases over the last five years are getting harder to justify."
  • "We went with it for pricing reasons, that it was the biggest bang for our buck, by combining the ability to have a central security console, as well as a central point for user administration."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Kaseya VSA is the ability to control laptops remotely.
    Top Answer:The solution's automation capabilities are not very strong. Therefore, I am looking for another system. Kaseya VSA is not very strong for updating and monitoring. The solution should have more… more »
    Top Answer:Kaseya VSA is used for maintaining laptops, patching the systems, and securing the platform.
    Top Answer:They should provide intermediate device limit options. It would be helpful for users who require more remote control capabilities than the lower device limit plans.
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    Overview

    Kaseya VSA (Virtual System Administrator) is a cloud-based IT management software that provides a comprehensive set of IT management tools for small and mid-sized businesses, including remote monitoring and management, help desk ticketing, patch management, and automated IT processes.

    VSA provides a centralized platform for IT administrators to manage and monitor multiple devices and endpoints, including desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices. The software offers real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and reporting capabilities to help administrators quickly identify and resolve issues.

    VSA also includes a help desk ticketing system for managing and resolving IT support requests, as well as a patch management module for keeping systems up-to-date and secure. Additionally, the platform offers a range of automated IT processes, including software deployment and inventory management, to help administrators streamline their work and improve efficiency.

    Kaseya VSA Features

    Kaseya VSA has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • Remote monitoring and management: Kaseya VSA enables administrators to remotely monitor and manage multiple devices and endpoints, including desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.
    • Help desk ticketing: The solution provides a help desk ticketing system for managing and resolving IT support requests.
    • Patch management: This feature automates the patch management process, helping organizations keep their systems up-to-date and secure.
    • Automated IT processes: Kaseya VSA offers a range of automated IT processes, including software deployment and inventory management, to help administrators streamline their work and improve efficiency.
    • Reporting and analytics: Real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and reporting capabilities help administrators quickly identify and resolve issues.
    • Mobile device management: Administrators can manage and secure mobile devices, including iOS and Android devices.
    • Integration with third-party tools: Kaseya VSA integrates with a range of third-party tools and platforms, including Active Directory, Exchange, and others, to provide a comprehensive IT management solution.

    Kaseya VSA Benefits

    There are many benefits to implementing Kaseya VSA. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

    • Efficient: Because the solution successfully automates routine IT tasks and provides a centralized platform for IT management, organizations can streamline their IT operations and improve efficiency.
    • Security: Kaseya VSA has a range of security and compliance features, including endpoint security, data encryption, and reporting, so systems and data remain secure.
    • Resolve issues quickly: The solution’s real-time monitoring allows administrators to resolve issues before they spiral into bigger problems.
    • Cost-efficient: With its capability to automate routine IT tasks, organizations can reduce the need for manual labor and as a result save time and money.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Kaseya VSA is a solution that stands out when compared to many of its competitors. Some of its major advantages are that it’s easy to use, has a good Live Connect feature, and its unified portal.

    A Team Lead at a tech services company explains what he finds most valuable about the solution: “The ease of access and ease of use was great. When Kaseya is deployed on the customer's computer, we have access to the customer. We just need the computer's name or ID, or sometimes, if the user has the same name as their first name, we can find them that way.”

    "The most valuable piece of the puzzle for me is what they call Live Connect. It is the piece that allows you to support an end-user without having to take the keyboard and mouse,” says another Automation Team Lead at a tech services company. 

    PeerSpot reviewer Allan E., Director Of IT / Purchasing Manager at Macomb/St. Clair Workforce Development Board expresses, “One of the most appealing features is that it combines remote control, patch management, and software management into a single portal."

    LogMeIn Central enables you to effectively monitor, manage, and secure your endpoint infrastructure with a robust endpoint management feature set.
    Sample Customers
    Sage UK, MSP, CodeBlue Ltd, Connect Work Place Solutions, All Covered, 501cTech, Chairo Christian School, Green Duck
    Au Bon Pain, BELL (Building Educated Leaders for Life)
    Top Industries
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    Financial Services Firm30%
    Computer Software Company20%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Recreational Facilities/Services Company10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Healthcare Company6%
    Construction Company6%
    Manufacturing Company6%
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    Computer Software Company33%
    Government22%
    Non Profit22%
    Performing Arts11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company10%
    University8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Financial Services Firm6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business76%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business38%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise42%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business93%
    Midsize Enterprise7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business35%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise44%
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    Kaseya VSA is ranked 2nd in Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) with 29 reviews while LogMeIn Central is ranked 10th in Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) with 19 reviews. Kaseya VSA is rated 7.6, while LogMeIn Central is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of Kaseya VSA writes "Single portal management, cost-saving, with thorough technical support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of LogMeIn Central writes "Fast with an easy setup and a good interface". Kaseya VSA is most compared with Microsoft Configuration Manager, ConnectWise Automate, NinjaOne, Microsoft Windows Server Update Services and Pulseway, whereas LogMeIn Central is most compared with TeamViewer, NinjaOne, Microsoft Configuration Manager, Atera and Datto Remote Monitoring and Management.

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