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Ivanti Patch for Endpoint Manager [EOL] vs Qualys TruRisk Eliminate comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Ivanti Patch for Endpoint M...
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Qualys TruRisk Eliminate
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
58
Ranking in other categories
Patch Management (1st)
 

Featured Reviews

PraveenRajan - PeerSpot reviewer
Director of Infrastructure at Elevate Services
Smoothly handles software patching and scheduling, enabling monthly patch distribution across multiple projects
We face some challenges, particularly with non-domain-joined macOS devices. Patching, updating, and syncing with the server can be tricky for them. So, the major challenges are macOS updates, patching, and backups. And for drawbacks, I wish Patch management was cloud-based instead of hosted on our own server. If Ivanti Patch had a cloud-based option instead of requiring an on-premises server and software. Hosting it in the cloud would simplify management, eliminating dependence on VPNs or other connectivity issues. Similar to Microsoft's EMS licensing, offering a cloud-based solution like Azure Active Directory or Endpoint Management Suite (EMS) would be ideal. EMS allows us to manage policies, batching, and software distribution entirely through the cloud, minimizing server downloads. If Ivanti considered a cloud-based approach, it would be hugely beneficial in today's hybrid work environment, where employees use desktops, laptops, and various locations. It's not just about patching office PCs anymore; mobile workers and backups need seamless access as well. Cloud-based patching would be much easier in a hybrid environment. Imagine updates coming directly from the cloud instead of relying on individual VPN connections. It would streamline the entire process.
SangramGupta - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Consultant at Deloitte
Automated patching has transformed risk-based remediation and now optimizes security workflows
I can highlight two areas for improvement. The first is better reporting flexibility and dashboard customization. Qualys VMDR has a great dashboard that I can customize, but Qualys Patch Management does not have a specific dashboard associated only with patch management and patch compliance. The customization could be improved significantly. The second area is third-party application coverage. Qualys Patch Management works very effectively when patching servers, internal servers, Windows, iOS, or Linux servers. However, when doing application security with third-party applications that require patches, it sometimes fails to complete the patch. The deployment issue with third-party applications needs enhancement, as even with integration, Qualys Patch Management is not able to deploy patches for some third-party applications. These are the two main points I can highlight for improvement.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Clear visibility regarding the status of the endpoint."
"The product is easy to use, easy to implement, and easy to manage."
"It's been doing a lot for us, especially with third-party software patching and scheduling. We create multiple projects for monthly patch distribution and manage it all well."
"When it comes to Ivanti Patch for endpoints, I find peer-to-peer patching valuable. Having a peer-to-peer patching capability is highly beneficial for us."
"Because of the internet gateway, we were able to get clear visibility regarding the status of the endpoint which we needed to do recently when everyone was working from home."
"Approximately monthly we are closing around one lakh vulnerabilities now, compared to only 20,000 to 30,000 previously, showcasing almost 70% productivity improvement and time consumption reduction of around 90%."
"Qualys Patch Management is an effective tool for vulnerability remediation."
"Qualys Patch Management excels with its user-friendly interface and comprehensive reporting features."
"We have seen about 60% to 70% improvement in the patch rate so far."
"Qualys Patch Management is beneficial for addressing critical vulnerability alerts quickly, providing significant improvements in mitigating risk within our organization."
"Patch management provides more clarity from the dashboard and console, which is very helpful for our team to prioritize and take prior action."
"From my perspective, not only Qualys Patch Management but the overall Qualys package comes with Qualys VMDR, Cloud Agent, Qualys Patch Management, and EASM (External Attack Surface Management), and all those features are excellent in the current market, providing the best solution when it comes to vulnerability management, vulnerability prioritization, and a risk-based approach to enhance security."
"Qualys Patch Management is integrated with the vulnerability management solution itself, making it more useful and automated."
 

Cons

"The UI must be more user-friendly."
"The major challenges are macOS updates, patching, and backups. And for drawbacks, I wish Patch management was cloud-based instead of hosted on our own server."
"I'm currently struggling with one of the issues related to Linux or Ubuntu. Ivanti does not support Ubuntu and it has a limitation of CentOS to a specific version, which is CentOS 7, not 8."
"Inability to configure a rule-based management."
"It would be great to have an easier way to patch Linux machines within the product."
"During large-scale patching activity deployment on more than 100 plus, 200 plus servers, we occasionally observed that troubleshooting failed patches and communication issues required additional efforts."
"However, it would be good to have more widgets and AI-generated reports. I have not seen anything related to AI with Qualys."
"I think the schedules applied sometimes take longer; if the system can perform this work faster, it would be very helpful."
"Currently, there are limitations in downloading patch jobs to view all associated assets and patch statuses."
"The availability of Qualys Patch Management needs to be improved."
"Since we do not have that solution criteria, we end up calling multiple teams and asking them what version needs to be deployed."
"The interface could benefit from improved user experience and quality of life improvements."
"Initially, I was confused about where to find and how to use the available features. It was challenging to identify the options we could employ and why we were using them."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"In terms of pricing, it is on the expensive side."
"While the cost of Qualys Patch Management is slightly high compared to alternative tools, it is not excessively expensive."
"Qualys Patch Management is expensive."
"I'm unaware of Qualys' exact price, but it's more expensive than Nessus. With technological products, you need to pay to get the best."
"The licensing cost is more than 2,000 for the whole Americas region"
"Qualys Patch Management's pricing could be more competitive, as it presents a significant obstacle for many companies who find it unaffordable."
"The pricing is reasonable and competitive. We get many more features at the same price compared to other solutions such as Microsoft SCCM. It is worth the money considering the services and features it has. Their support team is also awesome."
"Compared to other tools, the price of Qualys Patch Management is reasonable."
"Pricing for Qualys Patch Management is moderate."
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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Outsourcing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

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Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise35
 

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys Patch Management?
The pricing and licensing for Qualys TruRisk Eliminate were reasonable for the capabilities provided. The setup was straightforward, although the licensing structure could be a little simpler and m...
What needs improvement with Qualys Patch Management?
Qualys TruRisk Eliminate is strong overall, but the user interface and reporting could be made more intuitive. More customization in dashboards and easier integration with other security tools woul...
What is your primary use case for Qualys Patch Management?
My main use case for Qualys TruRisk Eliminate is to identify and prioritize critical security risks across our IT environment. Day-to-day, I use it to assess vulnerabilities, understand the risk le...
 

Also Known As

Ivanti Patch for Endpoints, Patch for Endpoints, Shavlik Patch for Endpoints
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