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Automox vs GFI LanGuard comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 16, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
7.3
Automox delivers positive ROI by automating patch management, enhancing security, reducing manual tasks, and improving operational efficiency.
Sentiment score
1.0
GFI LanGuard enhances security, compliance, and ROI by streamlining patch management, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing actionable insights.
It has also been a great tool because we are able to reduce both manual labor and operational expenses by automating patching of roughly 200 Windows servers.
Data at Infosys
It's saving about 70% to 80% of time.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.6
Automox's customer service is praised for being effective, responsive, proactive, with quick solutions and superior support over competitors.
Sentiment score
4.0
GFI LanGuard's customer service is responsive and helpful, though some regions experience inconsistent technical support quality.
They are really good because they don't take five days to get back to me; they respond within 24 hours with really good information.
Network & Security Administrator at a legal firm with 51-200 employees
They're very knowledgeable and have given us many channels for support, including email, chat, and documentation.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
The customer support for Automox is very responsive and proactive.
Data at Infosys
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.7
Automox efficiently scales across varied organizations, easily adds devices, but faces challenges in multi-tenant environments and occasional load issues.
Sentiment score
6.7
GFI LanGuard offers scalable flexibility for diverse setups, integrating seamlessly and effectively supporting environments up to 400 users.
It's pretty easy to scale because it's SaaS, and adding more devices doesn't require any extra server or anything similar.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
Automox is very scalable because it has continued to handle my organization's growth.
Data at Infosys
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.4
Users praise Automox for its reliable performance, effective patching, stable agent, quick issue response, and consistent availability.
Sentiment score
8.3
GFI LanGuard is stable and insightful, though remote client challenges on MPLS networks can arise but are manageable.
It's not crashing or experiencing any downtime.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
 

Room For Improvement

Automox requires enhancements in profile synchronization, access control, offline patching, reporting, and Linux/iOS remote support to improve management.
GFI LanGuard needs improved network management, better Linux documentation, remote work support, cloud options, and enhanced third-party integrations.
I would add that remote support for iOS could be better, and remote support of Linux is also lacking.
Data at Infosys
An alert of a security threat could be another type of notification that tells me something is important.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
 

Setup Cost

Automox provides cost-effective pricing for enterprises with mixed OS environments, featuring flexible plans, discounts, and free trials.
Enterprise buyers find GFI LanGuard pricing competitive, with annual costs between $1,000-$2,500 and initial licenses at $21,000.
Automox's price is very cost-effective and affordable.
Data at Infosys
 

Valuable Features

Automox's cloud-based platform offers automated patching, multi-OS compatibility, and seamless endpoint control, enhancing IT operations and security.
GFI LanGuard provides comprehensive vulnerability assessment, patch management, and reporting, with user-friendly interface and resource efficiency, improving network security.
Out of all these features, if I had to pick one which I'm relying on the most, I would say the automatic patching.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
It has also improved our security posture since automated patching has allowed vulnerabilities to be patched automatically.
Data at Infosys
 

Categories and Ranking

Automox
Ranking in Patch Management
8th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
Vulnerability Management (15th), Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (14th), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (5th)
GFI LanGuard
Ranking in Patch Management
17th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
5.6
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Patch Management category, the mindshare of Automox is 2.2%, down from 3.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of GFI LanGuard is 2.3%, down from 2.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Patch Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Automox2.2%
GFI LanGuard2.3%
Other95.5%
Patch Management
 

Featured Reviews

Naqash Ahmed - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
Automation has saved time and improves secure, centralized patching across all our devices
While Automox has very good features, I think there's still room for improvement. I want the custom reports to be even more detailed, specifically where I can add more details. It would be nice to have more filters in reports based on location and department more easily. Secondly, the notifications could be more customizable. Many times notifications come, but we don't have control over which notification is urgent and which is not. For example, if there's an alert of a critical update or pending approval, it can help me focus better. An alert of a security threat could be another type of notification that tells me something is important. Customized notifications would be much better. I would say the user interface could be improved as well. Some parts of the dashboard are a bit hard to understand. If they could be improved to be more intuitive, for example, if it could be easy to navigate between devices and reports, that would be great. I would say if Automox could also provide automation templates, that would help. I know there are templates, but I want more templates. Having ready-made worklets for common tasks can save a lot of time. Lastly, it should also support the interface for mobile screens.
TK
Technical Executive at Satcom Infotech
Effective patch management boosts network security and enhances compliance reporting
The product is currently on-premise, and I think the cloud option is still yet to come. If a customer has their own cloud, we can host it there, but the SaaS model is not available, and most companies are requesting the SaaS model for patch management. GFI LanGuard is a good competitor in the market and is popular in my region. We get many leads and numerous requirements for patch management, but most companies ask for the SaaS model, which creates challenges. Third-party app integration needs to be increased in GFI LanGuard. It shouldn't be limited to 30 or 40 applications because there are many applications being used. Instead of manually patching everything, if those patches are included in the product, it would be easier for automatic patching.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
7%
Photography Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Construction Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise10
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise1
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Automox?
The cost is very affordable. We have been able to save a lot of time, approximately 30%. Cost reduction has been noticeable, ranging from 50% to 40%, especially because we do not have to travel fro...
What needs improvement with Automox?
Automox has significant potential and we truly appreciate its features and capabilities. However, we have encountered several performance issues, particularly with the remote access tool. We believ...
What is your primary use case for Automox?
Automox serves as a backbone tool for my company. We rely on Automox for application and operating system patching, which ensures that our machines remain compliant and secure. We also take advanta...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for GFI LanGuard?
I have not encountered the pricing aspect since I am from the technical side; only the sales team handles the pricing part.
What needs improvement with GFI LanGuard?
The product is currently on-premise, and I think the cloud option is still yet to come. If a customer has their own cloud, we can host it there, but the SaaS model is not available, and most compan...
What is your primary use case for GFI LanGuard?
My experience with GFI LanGuard involves patch management where, whenever we visit customers, they request patches for both third-party applications and OS systems. When it is on-premise, we can pr...
 

Also Known As

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LanGuard
 

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Sample Customers

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BayView Medical Clinic, FrugalBrothers Software, Zaw, National Theatre, American Red Cross
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