GFI LanGuard vs NinjaOne comparison

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We performed a comparison between GFI LanGuard and NinjaOne based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Patch Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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GFI LanGuard vs. NinjaOne

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Categories and Ranking

GFI LanGuard

Ranking in Patch Management

9th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

NinjaOne

Ranking in Patch Management

4th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (27th), IT Service Management (ITSM) (7th), Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) (1st), MSP Backup (4th), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2024, in the Patch Management category, the mindshare of GFI LanGuard is 4.5%, up from 2.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NinjaOne is 7.4%, down from 9.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Network Monitoring Software

0.3%

Server Monitoring

1.1%

Featured Reviews

Alex Kimondo

ICT Manager at MEDS

Aug 8, 2022

A scalable, competitively priced solution with a good ROI and easy setup process

Removing the software is a bit of a complex process. It's not straightforward. When you are deploying the solution, you deploy it centrally to the endpoints. However, when you want to uninstall software from an endpoint, sometimes it becomes very problematic. One of the features that I'm always keen on is software-defined wide area network capability. I know this is actually something that they've worked on, and it's called the Exinda SD-WAN, but I would wish they would include it in the GFI suite as a package. I think they could incorporate Exinda SD-WAN and the bandwidth module for network application performance as part of their package with the GFI. Also, I think they need to drop modules that are a bit obsolete, like the FaxMaker and FaxMaker Online.

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BENDER BENEDICT

L3 Technical Support Engineer at SV Gaming Limited

Dec 2, 2022

Easily implement, monitor, and manage remote users

We usually give the developer feedback through our account manager and also the technical person that we reach out to once in a while and most of the time, they take the feedback and within a couple of months, they implement and roll out an audit. The one feature that I believe needs improvement is the software patching. NinjaOne still lacks the ability to patch third-party software that is not already added to its list of managed applications. For those applications, we have to deploy Chocolatey, which is another third-party application that we use to patch third-party software not listed on NinjaOne's portal. The NinjaOne distribution server is highly dependent on an active directory. So for a cloud-only environment like ours, it's impossible to implement because we don't have a long-range server.

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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 initial setup was easy."

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

"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."

"It is helpful to patch and scan vulnerabilities."

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

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"It helps us to be able to have visibility into the overall performance of the servers, laptops, and desktops that we are managing currently."

"The policies are probably the most valuable features. They're similar in function to Microsoft group policies where we can have it monitor certain things or push out software on a schedule. I would rate the policies eight out of 10. They're robust, I could monitor most of the things that Windows Performance Monitoring keeps tabs on."

"The tool's most valuable feature is third-party application updates."

"Good at managing updates and for remote support."

"NinjaOne helps us view the status of software patching, whether the PC is locked or unlocked."

"NinjaOne has a feature where we can create custom scripts that we can run on devices remotely."

"The installation is easy, it only took two minutes."

"The solution's most valuable feature is related to its remote access...I know that NinjaOne's technical support is good."

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Cons

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

"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."

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

"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."

"GFI LanGuard can improve by adding asset tracking."

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

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

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"The remote connectivity could be better. It works most of the time, but sometimes, there are issues."

"I want NinjaOne to improve the reports."

"NinjaOne's dashboard could be easier to use."

"The solution could improve by optimizing the internet connection being used."

"The ticketing system in NinjaOne is not the best."

"Lacks sufficient integrations with other PSAs."

"The graphical user interface could be improved."

"I wish that they integrated it with more antivirus solutions. Currently, they only push Defender, but it doesn't really have integration with SentinelOne. It also didn't integrate with Trend Micro, which we were using previously. I would also like to have more control from the mobile app. As of now, I am able to see some performance values, but I can't see, for example, disk activity or disk performance values. If they can improve their app a little bit, it would help greatly. They can also improve the tech interface. If I assign certain techs to a bunch of specific machines, they only get those alerts that they're assigned to."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"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."

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

"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."

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

"Its pricing is great."

"I rate the solution’s pricing a five out of ten, where one is the lowest and ten is the most expensive."

"We currently pay $1.20 per device on a monthly basis."

"NinjaOne is a little expensive but is still cheaper than competitors like Acronis or Veeam."

"It roughly costs $400 a month. It provides a good value because of the number of tools that you get in the solution. I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing. There are no additional costs other than the standard licensing fees."

"The product's pricing depends on the number of PCs or devices."

"NinjaOne's price is fine since my workplace is an educational institution, so we get the product at a really good price considering that we do not pay taxes, making the prices very fair and worth the product."

"The pricing is reasonable and cheaper than ConnectWise."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

22%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Insurance Company

Computer Software Company

17%

Government

Manufacturing Company

University

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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.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for GFI LanGuard?

I do not have details on the licensing costs.

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...

What do you like most about NinjaOne?

NinjaOne helps us view the status of software patching, whether the PC is locked or unlocked.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NinjaOne?

The product's pricing depends on the number of PCs or devices.

What needs improvement with NinjaOne?

NinjaOne didn't have a lot of issues, but a few things. Like, I used and I experienced that there was a lot of delay with NinjaOne's ticketing system. For example, when a user creates a ticket 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.

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Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and advanced AI capabilities, it offers real-time tracking, precise motion detection, and intelligent analysis of your surroundings. The high-resolution display provides crystal-clear visuals, ensuring optimal visibility even in low-light conditions.

NinjaOne also features a built-in communication system, allowing seamless coordination with your team members. Its long-lasting battery ensures uninterrupted usage during extended missions.

Whether you're a seasoned ninja or just starting your training, NinjaOne is the ultimate companion to elevate your skills to new heights.

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GFI LanGuard vs. NinjaOne