GFI LanGuard vs Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management comparison

GFI and Ivanti are both solutions in the Patch Management category. GFI is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.0, while Ivanti is ranked #26 with an average rating of 8.0. GFI holds a 2.7% mindshare in PM, compared to Ivanti’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 81% of GFI users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Ivanti users who would recommend it.

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81% willing to recommend

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100% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between GFI LanGuard and Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

GFI LanGuard

Ranking in Patch Management

10th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Ivanti Neurons for Patch Ma...

Ranking in Patch Management

26th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Patch Management category, the mindshare of GFI LanGuard is 2.7%, down from 3.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Featured Reviews

Ted Mbugua

Security Manager at CRAG

Highly stable, quick support, and useful modules

My advice to others wanting to implement this solution is you do not have to be very technical to use it. When installing it, you only need to click next. Additionally, the support is helpful and knowledgeable. Their technical documentation is easily accessible. I rate GFI LanGuard an eight out of ten.

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Aline Klopfen

IT System Specialist at Conseil de l Europe

Patching tasks have become efficient and automated, saving significant time

The primary use case for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management is patching both servers and computers. I am using it for security control and batch management The most effective feature of Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management is its reactivity when a patch is released before its due date.…

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I like that the solution can block users from unnecessarily putting devices on the network."

"The most valuable feature of GFI LanGuard is its email spam feature."

"The most valuable features in GFI LanGuard are patch management and vulnerability assessment."

"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 initial setup was easy."

"The solution is easy to use and integrates well with other operating systems."

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"The most effective feature of Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management is its reactivity when a patch is released before its due date."

Cons

"GFI LanGuard can improve by adding more modules, such as asset control or asset inventory."

"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 can improve by adding asset tracking."

"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."

"The documentation on how to use this solution in a Linux environment is not clear, which is something that should be improved because it is complicated."

"GFI LanGuard has some technical limitations with machines."

"This solution is limited to the local area network only and cannot manage remote devices."

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"Reporting needs improvement. It is not very useful and lacks depth."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"GFI LanGuard isn't expensive."

"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 has very fair pricing compared to other similar solutions out there."

"GFI LanGuard cost approximately $1,000 annually to use the solution."

"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."

"I rate the pricing of GFI LanGuard a four out of five."

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about GFI LanGuard?

The most valuable feature of GFI LanGuard is its email spam feature.

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What needs improvement with GFI LanGuard?

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. Instead of directly white listing...

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What is your primary use case for GFI LanGuard?

Internally, as a user, I use GFI LanGuard for email and web monitoring.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management?

The price for this solution seems to be reasonable for my company.

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What needs improvement with Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management?

Reporting ( /categories/reporting ) needs improvement. It is not very useful and lacks depth. Another area that needs enhancement is the integration with proxies, as better integration would be ben...

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What is your primary use case for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management?

The primary use case for Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management ( /products/ivanti-neurons-for-patch-management-reviews ) is patching both servers and computers. I am using it for security control and...

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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.

GFI

Ivanti Neurons for Patch Management is an efficient and user-friendly software used to ensure software security and keep systems up to date.

With its comprehensive coverage, it simplifies and centralizes patch management across multiple devices, contributing to enhanced system performance and reduced security vulnerabilities.

The software's automation capabilities streamline and simplify patch management processes, saving users time and effort. Its intuitive interface enables efficient navigation and utilization of the tool.

Ivanti

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