GFI LanGuard vs Microsoft Configuration Manager comparison

GFI LanGuard
Read 10 GFI LanGuard reviews
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81% willing to recommend
Microsoft Configuration Man...
Read 78 Microsoft Configuration Manager reviews
  • 6,616 Views
  • 5,049 Comparison Views
91% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between GFI LanGuard and Microsoft Configuration Manager based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Patch Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

GFI LanGuard
Ranking in Patch Management
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Configuration Man...
Ranking in Patch Management
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
78
Ranking in other categories
Server Monitoring (2nd), Configuration Management (2nd)
 

Market share comparison

As of June 2024, in the Patch Management category, the market share of GFI LanGuard is 4.4% and it increased by 28.5% compared to the previous year. The market share of Microsoft Configuration Manager is 21.5% and it increased by 10.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Server Monitoring
7.9%
Configuration Management
15.8%
 

Featured Reviews

TM
Feb 18, 2020
Improves network visibility and keeps our products up to date with the latest patches
This is a solution that I recommend. In fact, those without it are at a disadvantage when it comes to managing their network. The biggest lesson that I have learned is in terms of visibility. GFI LanGuard has given me a wakeup call in terms of what is happening on endpoint machines. However, it is more than just having visibility. It is about having control in terms of what you want to block and what you're able to block. It keeps our network stable in that there are no running applications that you don't even know you have. I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.
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HuaLiu - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 6, 2023
Automatically apply patches, is stable, and scalable
The primary use case of the solution is to deploy patches, and applications, and upgrade our client operating systems Without the solution, we would have to manually install all patches and software and upgrade our operating system with the help of our support team, which would take a long time.…
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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable feature is that I am able to patch third-party solutions."
"I like that the solution can block users from unnecessarily putting devices on the network."
"The initial setup was easy."
"This product is a great solution at a great price as long as it is only going to be used for a local area network."
"The solution is easy to use and integrates well with other operating systems."
"It is helpful to patch and scan vulnerabilities."
"The most useful features of GFI LanGuard are vulnerability assessment and patching solutions."
"The most valuable features of GFI LanGuard are the vulnerability assessment, it provides us with substantial insight into what applications are running on the endpoint systems and what vulnerabilities are there in the running applications. The second would be the assets tracking. I'm able to see in the network whether my endpoint server is operating and if all the other IT equipment is running in the environment. Additionally, GFI LanGuard is not heavy on system resources. It gives a competitive advantage over others."
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"Technical support is very helpful and very responsive."
"The most valuable feature is the scalability."
"The most valuable feature of SCCM is the application distribution."
"We are happy with the collaboration of SCCM with Patch My PC, which allows us to do patch work."
"The most valuable features are Remote Connect, SUP, Cloud functionality, Report, Query, and third-party patching."
"The solution is stable."
"The solution effectively handles inventory management, deployment, and reporting."
"The most valuable feature of this solution is its ability to deploy patches to nearly all applications."
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Cons

"If GFI LanGuard had a cloud version it would be better for people that are working from home."
"GFI LanGuard can improve by adding asset tracking."
"When you want to uninstall software from an endpoint, sometimes it becomes very problematic."
"GFI LanGuard can improve by adding more modules, such as asset control or asset inventory."
"The documentation on how to use this solution in a Linux environment is not clear, which is something that should be improved because it is complicated."
"This solution is limited to the local area network only and cannot manage remote devices."
"GFI LanGuard could improve the rollback feature. If we have installed the wrong we have had some issues with the rollback function. Additionally, more input from GFI LanGuard for the custom software push install."
"The version we are using only allows one person to use it at a time and does not allow multi-users."
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"I want the system to provide some dependency relations. I would also like to see the relationship between different machines."
"The database should be made to be more stable and robust, but not so much the configuration."
"The deployment process is lengthy and should be quicker to complete."
"I would like to see more automation."
"Microsoft should extend support for additional platforms."
"I'm looking for a single solution for all discovery needs. It fulfills about 40% of the requirements, and I'd like to see the other 60% so that I don't have to keep doing this."
"In terms of scalability, I believe there's room for improvement. While SCCM is capable of handling our current needs effectively, scalability could be enhanced to accommodate future growth and larger deployments."
"The solution does not support remote devices so the CMG is still required."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"On a scale of one to five, with one being expensive and five being competitive, I would rate the price as a four."
"I rate the pricing of GFI LanGuard a four out of five."
"GFI LanGuard isn't expensive."
"We are a gold partner and we receive favorable discounts. The price of GFI LanGuard is competitive. When you evaluate other solutions, such as ManageEngine."
"GFI LanGuard cost approximately $1,000 annually to use the solution."
"GFI LanGuard has very fair pricing compared to other similar solutions out there."
"We have to pay for a license."
"The price of Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager is expensive."
"The license price could be reduced for Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager They should make the price more affordable for smaller companies, most companies would be able to use the solution if it was priced better. There are more people on this cloud because you don't have to have either a server room or an on-premise server. You can have one IT person handle this without any local infrastructure."
"There is an annual license needed to use the solution."
"The licensing is good because they have various options, depending on what you are looking for."
"When you compare this solution with other tools in the market you might actually find a lot of variation in the pricing and that's why people opt for the other tools rather than Microsoft tools."
"Presently, I am using a free trial version."
"The price could be better."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
21%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Insurance Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Government
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about GFI LanGuard?
The most valuable feature of GFI LanGuard is its email spam feature.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for GFI LanGuard?
I do not have details on the licensing costs.
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What needs improvement with GFI LanGuard?
The only drawback with GFI LanGuard is that you cannot directly integrate it from the Outlook email; instead, you have to first log in to the site to make changes. Instead of directly white listing...
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How does Ansible compare to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (SCCM)?
Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager takes knowledge and research to properly configure. The length of time that the set up will take depends on the kind of technical architecture that your org...
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How to choose between ManageEngine Desktop Central and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (formerly SCCM)?
ManageEngine Desktop Central is very easy to set up, is scalable, stable, and also has very good patch management. What I like most about ManageEngine is that I can log on to every PC very easily a...
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What do you like most about SCCM?
One of the standout features of SCCM is its application management capabilities. It allows us to create packages efficiently and deploy them to specific groups within our network. This streamlined ...
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Compared 28% of the time
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Compared 9% of the time
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Compared 6% of the time
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Compared 12% of the time
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Compared 6% of the time
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GFI LanGuard
June 2024
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Microsoft Configuration Manager
May 2024
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Also Known As

LanGuard
Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM )
 

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Overview

GFI LanGuard enables complete patch management of security and non-security patches to Microsoft operating systems, Mac OS X, major Linux distributions and third-party applications. It can also automate patching for all major web browsers too.

Microsoft Configuration Manager helps IT manage PCs and servers, keeping software up-to-date, setting configuration and security policies, and monitoring system status while giving employees access to corporate applications on the devices that they choose. When Configuration Manager is integrated with Microsoft Intune, you can manage corporate-connected PCs and Macs along with cloud-based mobile devices running Windows, iOS, and Android, all from a single management console.

New features of Configuration Manager, such as the support of Windows 10 in-place upgrade, co-management with Microsoft Intune, Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise Servicing Dashboard, integration with Windows Update for Business, and more make deploying and managing Windows easier than ever before.

 

Sample Customers

BayView Medical Clinic, FrugalBrothers Software, Zaw, National Theatre, American Red Cross
Bank Alfalah Ltd., Wªrth Handelsges.m.b.H, Dimension Data, Japan Business Systems, St. Lucie County Public Schools, MISC Berhad
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May 2024
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