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We performed a comparison between GFI LanGuard and ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus 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.
To learn more, read our detailed GFI LanGuard vs. ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The most useful features of GFI LanGuard are vulnerability assessment and patching solutions.""The most valuable feature is that I am able to patch third-party solutions.""It is helpful to patch and scan vulnerabilities.""The solution is easy to use and integrates well with other operating systems.""The initial setup was easy.""I like that the solution can block users from unnecessarily putting devices on the network.""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.""The most valuable features in GFI LanGuard are patch management and vulnerability assessment."

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"The fetch repository is a good feature.""You can create remote sessions for client systems.""The tool's most valuable feature is performance.""ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus covers almost all my end devices, and I can easily look over my device's hardware status.""It is a highly stable solution.""Scalability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.""The solution's technical support is top-notch. Whenever I have a question, they get back to me immediately, which is probably one of the best features of the solution's technical support.""The most valuable features are patch management and mobile device management."

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Cons
"When you want to uninstall software from an endpoint, sometimes it becomes very problematic.""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.""The version we are using only allows one person to use it at a time and does not allow multi-users.""GFI LanGuard can improve by adding asset tracking.""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.""GFI LanGuard has some technical limitations with machines.""GFI LanGuard can improve by adding more modules, such as asset control or asset inventory.""If GFI LanGuard had a cloud version it would be better for people that are working from home."

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"The tool's support needs improvement.""The solution's UI is an area that requires improvement.""The only area for improvement in ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus, which I noticed, is the reporting.""There are limitations to this solution when we are working with iOS, Apple laptops or desktops such as the Mac and iMac.""They should add better features for managing hardware.""I find the user interface a little bit intimidating and not very appealing.""The user interface of ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus needs to be made more user-friendly, simplified, and less complicated.""The solution's initial setup is not straightforward, and we have to customize it with our relevant features."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "GFI LanGuard has very fair pricing compared to other similar solutions out there."
  • "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."
  • "On a scale of one to five, with one being expensive and five being competitive, I would rate the price as a four."
  • "GFI LanGuard isn't expensive."
  • "I rate the pricing of GFI LanGuard a four out of five."
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  • "Our licensing fees are on a yearly basis, and the charge for support is extra."
  • "The price of this product is reasonable."
  • "The solution cost is around $5,000 per year."
  • "The pricing for ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is on the moderate side."
  • "Its price needs improvement."
  • "I rate the product price a three on a scale of one to ten, where one is low price and ten is high price."
  • "I rate the price of the product a five on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."
  • "ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is a little bit cheaper."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of GFI LanGuard is its email spam feature.
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    Top Answer:The cloud version should have the option to add all the endpoints using the agent. Not only for Windows but also the Linux version. There are some versions that are not compatible with SaaS Manager… more »
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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.

    Patch Manager Plus is a simple patch management tool that makes it easy to keep your network patched and secure. It is an endpoint patch management software that provides enterprises a single interface for automating all patch management tasks - from detecting missing patches to deploying patches - for Windows, Mac, Linux and 250+ third-party applications. Whether you have one computer or hundred, they can all be patched at the same time from a single point of console.

    Sample Customers
    BayView Medical Clinic, FrugalBrothers Software, Zaw, National Theatre, American Red Cross
    IKEA Honda UNICEF The University of Georgia Evander
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company21%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Insurance Company7%
    Construction Company6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Government7%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business75%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business26%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise56%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business58%
    Midsize Enterprise25%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise55%
    Buyer's Guide
    GFI LanGuard vs. ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about GFI LanGuard vs. ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    768,857 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    GFI LanGuard is ranked 9th in Patch Management with 10 reviews while ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is ranked 7th in Patch Management with 12 reviews. GFI LanGuard is rated 8.0, while ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of GFI LanGuard writes "A scalable, competitively priced solution with a good ROI and easy setup process ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus writes "Good scalability and a responsive tech support team ". GFI LanGuard is most compared with Microsoft Windows Server Update Services, Microsoft Configuration Manager, Ivanti Patch for Endpoint Manager, BigFix and Automox, whereas ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is most compared with Microsoft Windows Server Update Services, BigFix, ManageEngine Endpoint Central, Microsoft Configuration Manager and N-able N-central. See our GFI LanGuard vs. ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus report.

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