Ratings
Esper
GFI Languard
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
Esper
Product Summary
Esper is a next-generation mobile device management (MDM) solution marketed as the “smarter approach” to managing iOS and Android tablets, kiosks, smartphones, and IoT edge devices, among other devices. Its platform offers a wide range of features that allow IT teams to monitor their fleet efficiently from a single pane of glass.
Use Cases
- Centralized device management:
Esper provides MDM capabilities from a single dashboard. - Remote diagnostics:
Esper helps you monitor all your devices for possible performance issues and resolve them before they become larger technical issues. - Compliance enforcement:
Users can easily set policies, and Esper will automatically and accurately enforce them.
Shortcomings
- Remote access:
Esper could improve its remote control and viewing tool so users can manage multiple devices in real-time without slowing down. - Platform compatibility:
According to some G2 users, Esper is much better suited for Android devices, leaving its support for iOS devices much to be desired. - Reporting capabilities:
Some G2 users have stated that they occasionally have difficulty using Esper’s reporting function.
GFI Languard
Product Summary
GFI LanGuard provides patch management, auditing, and security scanning across Microsoft operating systems, macOS X, and some Linux distributions. The platform enables IT teams of all sizes to manage and maintain endpoint protection across their IT network, notifying them of potential vulnerabilities and quickly resolving them through patching.
Use Cases
- Automatic endpoint discovery:
GFI LanGuard automatically discovers managed devices in your IT network, including laptops, mobile phones, printers, and servers. - Patch management:
The software helps you identify missing patches in your web browser and third-party software and deploy the necessary patches. - Network security report:
GFI LanGuard provides regular reports to demonstrate your compliance with multiple requirements such as PCI DSS and HIPAA.
Shortcomings
- Vulnerability scanning:
GFI Languard reviews say that the vulnerability scanner can be inaccurate when determining which software needs patching. - User interface:
The platform could improve its user interface to be simpler to understand and easier to navigate. - Reporting:
According to reviews, GFI Languard’s reports often have conflicting data and this feature can be difficult to configure into a presentable format.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Esper and GFI Languard
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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