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We performed a comparison between Ivanti Patch for Windows and Quest KACE Systems Management 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.
To learn more, read our detailed Ivanti Patch for Windows vs. Quest KACE Systems Management Report (Updated: March 2023).
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"Ivanti Patch's most valuable features are the patch module and the package distribution.""The most valuable features are device management and support for upgrading applications.""I have found the interface and ease of use valuable features. Additionally, it is very easy to patch VMs and other systems, such a Linux. We are able to do patches even without the internet manually.""The solution is a good product and I have heard that the interface is more friendly than that of Windows.""We can set a maintenance window and push the patch."

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"We can get the majority of what we need with this product and do not have to spend money on something else.""The solution provides us a single pane of glass with everything that we need for endpoint management of all devices. It definitely has made our endpoint management process much easier.""When vulnerabilities are exploited so much, it is nice to be able to quickly detect or deploy what is needed within our off-work hours or during work hours without a reboot.""The scripting part increases IT productivity because of the specialized software in our environments for students' courses. You need to use software which is not programmed by developers. A lot of software for building houses or other things is developed by normal guys, who do not have much skill in programming. When you need to install this type of software, it is very difficult. You have to install registry keys, etc. For that, it is very good to use the scripting part of this solution. So, you can automate this part as well.""The most valuable feature of KACE is the mass package deployment. There are a lot of endpoint management solutions in the market. The way KACE responds is with the installation management feature, which is done in a very intelligent way, as well as scripting. It's wow. It's really wow. On top of that, there is a mass undeployment feature as well.""The most valuable feature is the imaging of computers through the SDA... Being able to do that so quickly with the SDA, and to then use the SMA for reinstalling software, has been huge for our productivity.""The ability to build scripts right on the deployment center itself, as well as building groups that take those scripts/task chains has been absolutely invaluable and one of the most important parts of my whole environment.""Asset management is most valuable. It is essential for all customers. The other features are also useful, but asset management is most important."

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Cons
"It's a difficult configuration because you need to install many servers in a location, and you have to install the primary server in the main location.""Ivanti Patch could be improved with better integration with other cloud solutions.""The reports have to show the compliance level of the patching, which Ivanti does not provide.""I tried to be a partner of Ivanti and, from this vantage point, the quotes are, perhaps, a bit high.""There are times when there is an update that causes some issues. These issues should be sorted out before the release."

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"I have complaints about smart label adaptation and because of this, I recommend a 24 to 48 hour bake-in period.""When we have to do a rebuild on these machines, although it is rare, I would like to be able to do more than 10 at a time. With the current limit, it slows me down because I have to set up 10, then the next 10, and so forth.""Paying for the product should come with full and extended training anytime it is needed.""Sometimes the information is not as real time as it's supposed to be.""The labeling process should be more streamlined. It should be easier to do. It gets confusing at times.""I would like for there to be improvement when it comes to Microsoft and Windows updates. It has the ability to do it but the control of it is not there like I have in the Windows Server Update Services. The way KACE does it is still very granular. You don't really see the process like it is in the Windows Server Update Services. I think that would be one of the biggest things that I would like to see KACE really put some work into and really make that a big enhancement.""The problem is that it's harder to directly emulate a lot of the stuff that the group policies do, using the KACE solution. With regular group policies, you just specify the various settings you want to change on the workstations, and then you specify the workstations and—while it's kind of an ugly mess—it does it. Whereas on KACE, you really have to know what you're doing with scripting to effectively script those exact same changes.""The initial setup was complex. It is a Linux-based virtual server, where the customer cannot get into the back-end, so you can only follow their prompts. Then, there are specific things that have to be done in their implementation and upgrade phases that have to be done in a certain order or steps. If you don't get those steps right, the system doesn't work. I think that either simplifying that process or providing really good step-by-step documentation would be helpful."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The solution is affordable."
  • "While the price is a bit high, it may be equitable with the features one gets with the product, such as that involving the interface."
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  • "Its pricing model is good for what it offers. Nobody here gives me a hard time about renewing the contract every year. It might be a little cost prohibitive for a smaller company who has to stand up a virtual environment as well as have virtual environment licensing and the hardware. If you have a smaller environment, it might be cost prohibitive. If you only have a couple of hundred computers, you might be more willing to do those manually. In our environment, the cost savings of having KACE far outweigh the licensing costs. We are okay with its pricing model."
  • "We buy consulting fees from Software Factory, then we pay extra for it."
  • "We are a university. So, we have a very good price for the system. I think the price for the system is worth it because of the security patch management. The security patch management is very important for us. The price is very good for KACE SMA, the functionality you get, and the patch management."
  • "We are also saving on the licensing fee, compared to other endpoint management solutions."
  • "The pricing and licensing are absolutely fair."
  • "Based on other solutions that we had implemented, its pricing seems to be quite competitive. It is not inexpensive, but it is also not more expensive than any other solution. They have the standard licensing fees and support fees."
  • "We pay annually for technical support."
  • "n terms of pricing and licensing, my advice is that you need to assess what you need and then look at what they offer. It's easy to get caught up in the things that you want, but don't really need."
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    Top Answer:It is very easy to use, as well as extremely efficient and accurate.
    Top Answer:Customers sometimes ask about non-existent features, and we pass these requests on to Ivanti.
    Top Answer:This is a product that we have been selling for 16 years and I recommend it with no hesitation. I would rate this solution a ten out of ten.
    Top Answer:I can reach people now that I couldn't have reached previously. We are saving about 25 percent in time.
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    Also Known As
    Patch for Windows, Shavlik Patch for Windows
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    Overview

    Ivanti Patch for Windows is a complete, integrated security management solution. Its purpose is to help your organization protect your Ivanti managed devices from a variety of prevalent security exposures and risks. And if you have Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), the solution also helps maximize your organization's investment in it to reduce security risks from unpatched non-Microsoft third-party applications. In turn, this keeps your risk low and your software up to date without adding unnecessary infrastructure or cost.

    Ivanti Patch for Windows Features

    Ivanti Patch for Windows has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • Catalog of patch content for OS and third party apps
    • Vulnerability detection and remediation for Windows, macOS, and Linux
    • Scan and report on AIX, CentOS, and HP-UX vulnerabilities
    • Quick deployment without impacting your network or users
    • Distributed and remote patching
    • Patch lifecycle management
    • Automated updates
    • Patch devices anywhere through Wake-On-WAN, device booting, do-not-disturb events, and maintenance windows
    • Visibility
    • Patch intelligence
    • Unified endpoint management add-on
    • Flexible infrastructure
    • Device discovery

    Ivanti Patch for Windows Benefits

    Some of the benefits of using Ivanti Patch for Windows include:

    • Increased security: Ivanti Patch for Windows helps you automate consistent policies for patching — whether your assets are mobile, remote, or asleep.

    • Reduced risk: Ivanti Patch for Windows enables you to more easily detect and remediate OS and third-party app vulnerabilities on different systems, to comply with laws and regulations.

    • Business operations go uninterrupted: By implementing Ivanti Patch for Windows, you eliminate issues that would otherwise slow down user devices. The solution allows you to patch at the right time, under the right conditions, to minimize the impact on users.

    • Enhanced visibility: With Ivanti Patch for Windows, you can assess vulnerabilities and patch status via scanning, dashboards, and reports.

    • Stronger security: With Ivanti Patch for Windows, administrators can assess and remediate user devices from anywhere without requiring a VPN connection, making Ivanti Patch for Windows very secure.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Below are some reviews and helpful feedback written by Ivanti Patch for Windows users.

    PeerSpot user Tom P., Group Chairman at Unixpac, says, “This is an extremely robust product. It now has almost 20 years of history. It is very easy to use, as well as extremely efficient and accurate. Most of our customers just set it and forget it. They install it, and it does all of the automatic patching, month after month.

    A Sr. Administrator at a computer software company explains, “The most valuable features are device management and support for upgrading applications. If I want to upgrade a version of an application, for example, Google Chrome, then I can create a task and push a Google Chrome update.”

    A Sr. System Admin at a manufacturing company says the solution is “Straightforward to install and the features are good.

    Hussein M., Infrastructure Systems Engineer at a tech services company, says, “I have found the interface and ease of use valuable features. Additionally, it is very easy to patch VMs and other systems, such as Linux. We are able to do patches even without the internet manually.

    Quest KACE Systems Management is a unified endpoint management solution that helps your organization address your endpoint management needs. The solution enables you to discover and track every device in your environment, keep compliance requirements up to date, secure your network from cyberthreats and attacks, and automate administrative tasks all from a single console.

    Quest KACE Systems Management Features

    Quest KACE Systems Management has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:

    • Comprehensive device coverage: With Quest KACE Systems Management, you have full management control of all operating systems, including MacOS, Windows, Chromebook, Linux, iOS, and Android.
    • Flexible configuration: Quest KACE Systems Management gives you the ability to define specific policies and administrative functions.
    • Reporting: The solution provides access to existing templates or gives you the option to build ad-hoc reports. Reports can also be customized to meet any compliance needs.
    • Patch management: This feature ensures your patching is always current and also enables you to secure your environment with automated patch identification and deployment.
    • Mobile device control: Quest KACE Systems Management allows you to remotely locate, reset passwords, lock, erase, or factory reset any enrolled mobile device.
    • Granular inventory: With the granular inventory feature, you can access a detailed inventory of data on each device in your environment. In addition, you can get automated deep-dive analysis when necessary.

    Quest KACE Systems Management Benefits

    There are many benefits to implementing Quest KACE Systems Management. Some of the biggest advantages the solution offers include:

    • Efficient: Quest KACE Systems Management eliminates the need to manually manage multiple solutions to achieve endpoint security, saving you time and making it an ideal and efficient solution for your organization.
    • Co-manage endpoints: Using Quest KACE Systems Management, you can co-manage both your traditional and modern endpoints, including Windows and Mac laptops, Linux, non-computer devices, servers, IoT, and iOS and Android mobile devices.
    • Easy-to-use interface: Quest KACE Systems Management is designed with a simple interface that offers powerful and consistent functionality.
    • Minimizes risk: Quest KACE Systems Management can easily locate or wipe any lost or stolen mobile device, minimizing risks for your organization.
    • Enhanced security: With Quest KACE Systems Management, your systems remain secure by identifying, inventorying, patching, and controlling all endpoints.

    Reviews from Real Users

    Below are some reviews and helpful feedback written by PeerSpot users currently using the Quest KACE Systems Management solution.

    Tim H., Laboringenieur, Computeringenieur at HTW Berlin, says, "The scripting part increases IT productivity because of the specialized software in our environments for students' courses. You need to use software which is not programmed by developers. A lot of software for building houses or other things is developed by normal guys, who do not have much skill in programming. When you need to install this type of software, it is very difficult. You have to install registry keys, etc. For that, it is very good to use the scripting part of this solution. So, you can automate this part as well."

    Chris H., Director of IT at CCOF, mentions, "The big pros of Quest KACE Systems Management are its simple interface, and simple, direct management. It's very easy to maintain and manage the device, and it's easy to get it up and running. You can have it up and running in an hour."

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    Computer Software Company19%
    Government10%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Comms Service Provider8%
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    University32%
    Financial Services Firm16%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Government6%
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    Computer Software Company15%
    Government10%
    University9%
    Comms Service Provider6%
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    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise43%
    Large Enterprise29%
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    Small Business20%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise61%
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    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise47%
    Large Enterprise32%
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    Small Business24%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise57%
    Buyer's Guide
    Ivanti Patch for Windows vs. Quest KACE Systems Management
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    Ivanti Patch for Windows is ranked 9th in Patch Management with 5 reviews while Quest KACE Systems Management is ranked 2nd in Patch Management with 31 reviews. Ivanti Patch for Windows is rated 8.0, while Quest KACE Systems Management is rated 8.8. The top reviewer of Ivanti Patch for Windows writes "Allows us to set maintenance windows and deliver patches". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Quest KACE Systems Management writes "We can see everything for the endpoint management of devices using a single interface". Ivanti Patch for Windows is most compared with Microsoft Windows Server Update Services, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus, BigFix and SolarWinds Patch Manager, whereas Quest KACE Systems Management is most compared with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Windows Server Update Services, Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform and ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. See our Ivanti Patch for Windows vs. Quest KACE Systems Management report.

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