Ratings
Connectwise Automate
IBM Security MaaS360
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.
IBM Security MaaS360
Product Summary
IBM Security MaaS360 is a unified endpoint management system designed to streamline and secure the management of diverse endpoints within an enterprise. This solution centralizes the monitoring and management of Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and IoT endpoint devices. MaaS360 provides visibility of devices’ health and compliance status to maintain security policies and operational efficiency.
Use Cases
- Mobile device management (MDM):
MaaS360 enables IT professionals to manage, secure, and monitor mobile devices across various OSs with remote wiping and application deployment features. - IT automation:
Users can utilize MaaS360’s automation to customize policies that automate routine tasks such as device configuration and update rollout. - Patch management:
MaaS360 can detect when devices are missing critical patches and allow users to push out those missing updates to all devices or to a single device.
Shortcomings
- Notifications:
Some users have reported MaaS360’s inconsistencies in delivering critical notifications which can potentially lead to delays in receiving important updates. - Complex interface and set-up:
Users have complained about the difficulty of setting up and managing MaaS360. This solution requires additional training and support so technicians can fully leverage all its capabilities. - Customer support:
Reviewers have complained that MaaS360’s technical support needs more training and that customer support takes a while to respond.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Connectwise Automate and IBM Security MaaS360
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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