GFI LanGuard vs Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac comparison

GFI and Ivanti are both solutions in the Patch Management category. GFI is ranked #16, while Ivanti is ranked #20 with an average rating of 9.0. GFI holds a 2.4% mindshare in PM, compared to Ivanti’s 1.1% 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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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 16, 2024

GFI LanGuard and Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac offer robust solutions for patch management. GFI LanGuard is preferred for its pricing and customer support, while Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac is favored for its feature set, with users deeming it worth the high price.

Features: GFI LanGuard is recognized for its comprehensive scanning, vulnerability assessment capabilities, and integration with different systems. Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac stands out due to its extensive platform support, automated patch deployment, and advanced automation for larger environments.

Room for Improvement: GFI LanGuard could enhance its reporting functionalities, improve integration with other tools, and better user interface design. Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac users indicate a need for a more intuitive setup process, improved patch success rates, and better documentation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: GFI LanGuard has a relatively straightforward deployment and responsive customer service. Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac, though powerful, has a steeper learning curve with occasional slower customer support response times.

Pricing and ROI: GFI LanGuard offers competitive pricing with a positive ROI, appealing to budget-conscious buyers. Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac has a higher setup cost, but users feel the comprehensive features justify the investment.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

GFI LanGuard

Ranking in Patch Management

16th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNI...

Ranking in Patch Management

20th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Patch Management category, the mindshare of GFI LanGuard is 2.4%, down from 3.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac is 1.1%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Patch Management Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
GFI LanGuard	2.4%
Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac	1.1%
Other	96.5%

Patch Management

Featured Reviews

Thanu Kishore

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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KarthikU

Linux admin at Ameex Technologies

With good website development capabilities, the solution also provides exceptional stability

The initial setup is straightforward. The time taken for deployment for the website depends on the website code files and database. It may take four hours to eight hours for a single site to migrate from another solution. We used to do the migration from the cloud only and not on-premises. For deployment, we used to compress the code files, and using SFTP, we used to transfer the files. We then configure the same with that, and after transferring the code files, we used to have the UAT, staging, and production URL. Once everything is fine, we will switch the DNS for the live website. For the deployment and maintenance, we need support from the client's side and from the management side to make the DNS switch. We also need help from third-party vendors to provide access.

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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

"The most valuable features of GFI LanGuard are the vulnerability assessment, it provides us with substantial insight into what applications are running on the endpoint systems and what vulnerabilities are there in the running applications. The second would be the assets tracking. I'm able to see in the network whether my endpoint server is operating and if all the other IT equipment is running in the environment. Additionally, GFI LanGuard is not heavy on system resources. It gives a competitive advantage over others."

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

"The most useful features of GFI LanGuard are vulnerability assessment and patching solutions."

"It is helpful to patch and scan vulnerabilities."

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

"This product is a great solution at a great price as long as it is only going to be used for a local area network."

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

"The most valuable feature is that I am able to patch third-party solutions."

More GFI LanGuard pros

"The website development section is the most valuable feature of the solution."

"The solution is easy to implement."

"Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, and Mac helps to ensure that everything is up to date."

"The tool is a stable product."

Cons

"The version we are using only allows one person to use it at a time and does not allow multi-users."

"When you want to uninstall software from an endpoint, sometimes it becomes very problematic."

"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 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."

"If GFI LanGuard had a cloud version it would be better for people that are working from home."

"GFI LanGuard has some technical limitations with machines."

"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."

More GFI LanGuard cons

"The better way to improve the solution is by working on an area where it lacks, which includes the migration part."

"The solution can be quite expensive, compared to other options on the market."

"The tool needs to improve its visual system."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"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 isn't expensive."

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

"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."

"The solution is open-source, so we do not need any licensing."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Photography Company

17%

Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	1

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Questions from the Community

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.

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What needs improvement with GFI LanGuard?

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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...

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What do you like most about Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac?

Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, and Mac helps to ensure that everything is up to date.

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What is your primary use case for Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac?

Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, and Mac helps to ensure that everything is up to date.

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What advice do you have for others considering Ivanti Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac?

I rate the tool a nine out of ten.

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Also Known As

LanGuard

HEAT Patch, PatchLink

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 Patch for Linux, UNIX, Mac, powered by Heat, swiftly detects vulnerabilities in today’s environment, from workstation to data center. And it deploys expertly pretested patches automatically, helping organizations to patch with more efficiency and efficacy.

Ivanti

Sample Customers

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

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