Atera vs Vicarius vRx comparison

Atera offers a comprehensive solution for MSPs and IT Professionals. The platform provides in one integrated solution: full remote monitoring and management (RMM), PSA, remote access, patch management, billing, reports, and so much more! Atera’s disruptive pricing model also helps managed IT service providers scale their business while providing continued best-in-class service. All plans include unlimited devices, meaning you only pay per technician.Everything you need, in one easy-to-use platform

• Thousands of paying users in over 75 countries
• Free 30-day trial, no credit card or commitment required
• No hidden fees or restrictions, all plans include unlimited devices
• Seamless integration with your favorite IT tools including: Splashtop, AnyDesk, TeamViewer, and ScreenConnect

What can Atera do for you?

• Improve Efficiency. Atera delivers customers the tool suite for IT management. Everything you need in an all-in-one, easy-to-use platform.
• Automation. Set alerts and proactively prevent issues for your clients. Minimize time spent on manual tasks and spend more time on what matters most, serving your customers.
• Disruptive Pricing, Unlimited Devices. Per technician-based pricing with unlimited servers and workstations means you can cover it all, at one fixed price.

Vicarius vRx supports managed service providers and partners with compliance packages, vulnerability management, and patching for PCI, HIPAA, and cybersecurity needs, focusing on third-party and OS patching, especially on Microsoft Windows.

Vicarius vRx automates patching, virtualized patching, and severity prioritization through its cloud-based, agent-based approach which enhances consistency and flexibility. It includes patchless protection to block malware in unpatched software and features simplified dashboards for integrated vulnerability discovery and remediation. Users appreciate the user-friendly scripting engine, efficient third-party software patching, and real-time cybersecurity updates. Community support and customizable deployment options further add value. However, users find name changes and login difficulties confusing and report tediousness when configuring multiple reports. Desired improvements include virtual environment for patch testing, enhanced network device vulnerability scans, and better Microsoft Endpoint Manager interactions.

• Automated patching: Streamlines the process of patching applications and operating systems.
• Virtualized patching: Enables patching in a virtual environment to prevent disruptions.
• Severity prioritization: Helps prioritize vulnerabilities to address the most critical issues first.
• Patchless protection: Blocks malware in software that hasn't been patched yet.
• User-friendly scripting engine: Simplifies the creation and execution of scripts for automation.
• Integrated vulnerability discovery: Combines detection and remediation in a single dashboard.
• Real-time updates: Provides immediate cybersecurity updates and notifications.
• Community support: Offers robust support from the user community.
• Customizable deployment options: Allows tailoring to fit specific requirements.

• Time-saving: Reduces the time required for software patching and management.
• Vulnerability reduction: Decreases the number of vulnerabilities through automated processes.
• Enhanced security: Provides patchless protection and real-time updates to improve security postures.
• Flexibility: The cloud-based, agent-based approach adapts to various environments and needs.
• Simplified management: User-friendly interfaces and streamlined processes offer easier administration.
• Improved compliance: Helps meet PCI, HIPAA, and cybersecurity regulatory requirements.

Among managed service providers, Vicarius vRx is implemented for updating systems, showing capabilities to customers in lab environments, and securing endpoints through agent-based patching. These providers use vRx to efficiently manage third-party software patching and to maintain cybersecurity standards across industries.