ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus vs N-able MSP Manager comparison

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ManageEngine and N-able are both solutions in the Help Desk Software category. ManageEngine is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.3, while N-able is ranked #24 with an average rating of 6.0. Additionally, 91% of ManageEngine users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 75% of N-able users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus and N-able MSP Manager are competitive in IT service management. ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus is preferred for its comprehensive feature set, whereas N-able MSP Manager excels with its modern cloud capabilities offering high flexibility for remote management.

Features: ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus offers robust asset management, incident management, and a self-service portal, providing extensive customization suitable for large-scale environments. N-able MSP Manager focuses on task automation, mobile accessibility, and streamlined ticket management with its cloud-centric design, setting it apart in cloud flexibility.

Room for Improvement: ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus could benefit from simplifying its user interface for non-technical users and enhancing API integrations. It might also consider improving its mobile app efficiency. N-able MSP Manager may improve by expanding its asset management capabilities, enhancing reporting features for better analytics, and providing more customization in its ticketing workflows.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus supports both on-premises and cloud deployment, offering flexibility for diverse IT infrastructures, though requiring more technical expertise. Its support ensures smooth implementation. N-able MSP Manager, solely cloud-based, allows for quicker deployment with strong remote support, ideal for rapid setups focusing on simplicity.

Pricing and ROI: ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus involves higher initial costs due to extensive features and potential on-premises setup but promises notable ROI through functionality optimization. N-able MSP Manager offers a cost-effective entry with subscription-based pricing, delivering quicker ROI with lower upfront investment, emphasizing cost-efficiency and rapid value.

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Automation Anywhere

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Venkat Sivaprakash

Management Consultant at Accenture

Has significantly improved document-driven workflows and reduced processing time across finance and HR functions

Automation Anywhere has evolved significantly and upgraded itself to provide agentic AI and AI-based automation solutions for document automation. The product has matured considerably over time. We can create workflows that can call an API. We can include prompts in particular workflows for ChatGPT-related functions, connecting to an LLM and RAG to perform tasks. For document automation, modern features are available to train documents, ensuring high accuracy and repeatability over time. The system is very easy to use. I recently completed a course in document automation, typically designed for people involved in coding and technical aspects. Though I understand coding comprehensively, I don't do actual coding. The course was very accessible. Currently, extensive coding isn't necessary due to the hybrid model incorporating GenAI aspects, low-code, no-code capabilities, APIs, and numerous pre-built objects in Automation Anywhere. The features include GenAI-driven prompting methods and workflow creation capabilities. In these workflows, we can create decision boxes and call APIs without coding. We simply pull objects, drop them, connect them, and add minimal coding when needed. The most crucial aspect isn't coding but rather sizing the automation and fleshing out the details. Automation Co-pilot takes notes and performs automated analysis. It can extract details from videos, summarize conversations, and provide detailed information. During calls, it identifies instructions and performs tasks such as preparing reports and reconciliation. Automation Anywhere can also connect with Microsoft Co-pilot. Through Co-pilot, real-time operations can be executed, allowing direct interaction between vendors and automation through this component.

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Mostafiz Miah

Sr. Presales & Technical Lead at Elitbuzz Technologies Ltd

Automation has transformed daily request handling and now tracks every customer interaction

ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus helps my team manage and resolve requests compared to previous methods as we previously managed things through paperwork and diaries. After deploying ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, whenever any customer request comes, we provide the customer a product demo if they ask about the products. We then convert that request to a lead, which is converted to a demo, and then to the product POC, allowing us to follow up every stage of the requests. Everything can be tracked from ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, whether at the closing stage or the initial stage. I use ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus daily in a unique way because previously everyone managed their own tracking system through their diary, but now everyone inputs data into this solution so that at the end of the day, we can get reports on how many leads we have taken care of and when they need to be taken care of. This information is visible from the ServiceDesk tool, and using the dashboard, we can easily identify it, providing an at-a-glance view. The best features ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus offers for my team include automating manual tasks, which allows whatever tasks we previously did manually to be converted into automatic tasks. Currently, they have also introduced Zia, a very helpful solution for us. Using Zia, we can search for anything, not only inside the tool but also outside, integrating it with ChatGPT and Teams, and it can integrate with other ManageEngine solutions as well as solutions such as Jira and ServiceNow. When we integrate our network monitoring solutions with ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, it automatically raises an incident ticket and assigns it to the right team whenever any incident has occurred, which saves us time and reduces manual tasks. Previously, we had to communicate to the right people through mail or phone calls after an incident, but now the incidents are automatically converted and assigned to the relevant support groups along with the SLA. The integration with Teams allows us to raise tickets without logging into the portal, and we can see the ticket status and add comments through Teams, which is very helpful. Additionally, mail integration can automatically convert emails into tickets, adding further efficiency. ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus has positively impacted our organization, particularly in customer satisfaction. Previously, customers managed service requests, incidents, changes, and problems manually, but after integration, most of these processes are automated. This includes change requests that now follow a workflow based on organizational needs and ITIL best practices, making tracking incidents and requests much easier for end customers through scheduled reports.

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GeorgeKanellopoulos

CTO at InTTrust SA

Ticketing has helped prioritize support tasks while contract and project management have required better integration and pricing flexibility

I don't know if N-able MSP Manager could have some additional features in the future to make it more competitive because it might already be available and I'm not aware of it.I cannot say that N-able MSP Manager dashboard is intuitive, but I don't see any big difference with ManageEngine. From the deployment perspective with N-able MSP Manager, I cannot have higher expectations because it is a SaaS solution, so it was deployed as is from the technical perspective. From the business perspective, the deployment is complex, but I cannot tell you that it is less complex than ManageEngine. The main reason that made me change my mind and proceed with ManageEngine is the availability of add-ons in combination with their pricing.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"Automation Anywhere brings speed with accuracy; we are replacing a lot of manual work that our agents used to do, this has been automated now, and we get things done faster."

"We automated one process that was running with 109 people and reduced it down to 69 with automation."

"The most valuable feature is the object cloning."

"It increased productivity; it raised the productivity percentage of individuals 20 to 35%, and we also saw cost reduction."

"It helps increase productivity by 20% to 30%."

"A has a bouquet of features that can be used in our projects. We have utilized all the features in our existing projects. It may be task bots, meta bots, or IQ bots. The features in the AA bots may be object cloning or security features where the bots can be triggered only from the control room and will help clients to maintain their security concerns."

"It integrates with different types of applications, so we can automate our business partners' redundant, repetitive tasks."

"Using Automation Anywhere has improved our company significantly, as we are doing over eight to 10,000 invoices a month, which people had to do before, while now the automated process is doing that without too much human intervention, saving probably about at least two to possibly three FTEs per week."

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"It offers robust project management capabilities. You can create projects, define staging environments, and set rules and regulations according to organizational standards."

"The solution is free for up to five users."

"CMDB as a baseline, incident management, service request management, and license management are valuable features."

"It is good, and it meets our needs."

"Service Catalog and Project Management are awesome features, and customers love them because they are easy to use, simple to install, and we set them up quickly too."

"Its interface is most valuable. It is easy to use, and our customers find it amazing because of that. Nowadays, it is not only IT technicians who deal with tickets. People from HR and finance also handle tickets, and not all of them are tech-savvy, so it is nice for them to have an interface that they can easily relate to. They appreciate that."

"The automation features in ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus are what I like the most, particularly the business rules and customization capabilities."

"This solution has provided a way to manage request tracking and resolution."

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"At a significantly lower price, I managed to get project management modules, contract management, and CMDB, which were not all available in N-able MSP Manager."

"This is a premier product and it has been around for a long time."

"I am impressed with the tool's integration with our mail system."

"Don't get scared of the price tag because it's definitely worth it."

"We are an MSP, and for what we do, we have one centralized dashboard, and even though we're a small IT team, we can manage a ton of clients with a lot of automated processes, even for patch management."

"The best advantage for us, since we use all N-able products, is that the MSP portal centralizes everything."

"I like that you can do all the things with it. You can patch, and you can run the scheduled tasks. You can remote in, upload files, and download files. You can log onto a computer PowerShell, or command prompt, without having to log into RDP. I also like its ease of use."

Cons

"The version that I used (10.3) was not that stable. It easily crashed in-between processes."

"I would like to see them expand the service catalog with RCA add-ons to the current RPA package."

"In the last two years, with the help of IQ Bot, and what I learned today about this Attended Automation 2.0, I think they are addressing vital key challenges that we have faced so far."

"It should have more commands, which should remove the dependency on MetaBots or other scripts so that everything is available in the tool itself."

"My current and previous companies have had stability issues."

"Cloud was one of the features we wanted to see, because it makes it much easier. The second feature is ease of use in terms of agnostic operating system."

"The integration in UiPath is much better. Automation Anywhere's latest version has improved. It's fine but not as good as UiPath."

"We've had some technical difficulties connecting, but that's more on our environment and how we have the machines and everything set up. It's not specific to Automation Anywhere. However, it's pricier than some of the other tools."

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"ServiceDesk's reporting module could use an update. It looks outdated, and the interface could be more intuitive."

"It isn't very stable. Off and on, it has bugs, and that's why they have a lot of releases coming up."

"There is room for improvement in the automation. ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus should take note of repeated incidents and automatically offer solutions to them."

"I would like to improve the task management module and analytics."

"Lacks some flexibility in the configuration of workflows."

"The only issue for us is the pricing, which is quite high in comparison with the competition."

"We should be able to monitor the performance of assets, not only documents. For example, printers. We should be able to monitor ink levels and get notifications when the ink is low. In another operation manager I use, they send me a notification when the device is off, or has something to perform."

"As a partner, their technical support can respond better to the tickets. We provide deployment services and also support products as a partner. We get a lot of tickets from clients complaining about certain issues related to the system, but when we send or escalate an issue to the agent, sometimes, there is a delay. That's something that they could improve on. Because we are a local partner, we are able to copy to some employees who can try to push a ticket to close, but it would be best if they can respond a bit quicker."

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"I'd like to see a way to import contacts in bulk using an Excel sheet or another import method."

"The tool needs to improve its customization of the user interface."

"Comparing the pricing of N-able MSP Manager to ManageEngine, it is a little bit too high."

"Its reporting is lousy and bad. It is not as good as it should be. There is too much work involved to get what you want. Most times, you have to call them to customize some stuff. I just don't like that part. They need to work on their reporting. They have a way to go."

"Its reporting is lousy and bad. It is not as good as it should be."

"There are too many products out there. What I would like to see is a simplified solution that is packaged better, where you can easily implement or turn on the functionality that you need."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"One of the things that will be good for the community will be to get the free version to download, which came out just a month ago called Community Edition. So, you can actually download it and try it for yourself."

"The product’s pricing is reasonable."

"The price for Automation Anywhere is reasonable."

"AA comes at a more affordable price than the other tools."

"They recently launched a Community Edition, which is okay, but they should have done this a long time ago."

"Automation Anywhere is expensive, making it suitable only for enterprise organizations."

"Additional costs will be for the machines and the number of machines that you are using. You can deploy virtually as well as on physical machines. In both the situations, you do need to allocate a certain budget for securing the machines and where the software will be installed and running. The machines cannot be used for anything else, because only a certain bot can run at a certain time. You need to be very particular about your scheduling of running the bots, and while the bot is running nobody can use the machine. You cannot have an agent working on a machine and the bot running in the background. It has to be completely dedicated. Then there are the network bandwidth requirements and space requirements, which are additional costs apart from the licensing and software costs. The developer is also going to charge you for their coding time too."

"It's an ideal pricing model to customize the components based on everyone's needs."

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"It is above average. But it is neither cheap nor expensive."

"The price is much better than other products so pricing is rated an eight out of ten."

"The only issue for us is the pricing, which is quite high in comparison with the competition."

"ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus' price is very reasonable."

"It is cheaper than the competitors."

"Its price is very lucrative. It would be great if the price can come down, but overall, its price is great. It is half or maybe one-third of the price of other market leaders."

"Pricing can always be improved and made more affordable."

"The price of the solution is low. However, it still could be less expensive."

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"I would rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten since it's not the cheapest one in the market."

"I don't know the exact cost, but I know it's reasonable. Its cost of entry is not bad. I've had other organizations sign up for it. I don't know how much they paid, but it wasn't bad. You charge for every object. You charge for AV, and you charge for servers. There is a charge for everything or every object in that. I know we make money from it, but I don't know what it is."

"Don't get scared of the price tag because it's definitely worth it."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Construction Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	161
Midsize Enterprise	82
Large Enterprise	558

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	24
Large Enterprise	20

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Questions from the Community

How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It depends on your use case. Is it simply to automate a couple of processes? Is it to augment a human team? AA is ver...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

From my experience using AA tool, it depends on the applications that you want to automate, because there some applic...

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How good is Automation Anywhere for RPA processes?

It is a highly preferred RPA tool. You can check my Automation Anywhere Review to know more.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus?

Regarding pricing, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus offers three editions: Standard edition, Professional, and Enterpris...

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What needs improvement with ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus?

The biggest friction point or frustration I have run into with ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus is the upgrade risk and ...

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What is your primary use case for ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus?

My main use case for ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus is that we are receiving tickets from multiple users regarding iss...

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What needs improvement with N-able MSP Manager?

I don't know if N-able MSP Manager could have some additional features in the future to make it more competitive beca...

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What is your primary use case for N-able MSP Manager?

I am deploying it for my company.I inherited an implementation with N-able MSP Manager that was not quite good. I fac...

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What advice do you have for others considering N-able MSP Manager?

I use N-able MSP Manager ticketing system.It has helped to prioritize tasks. At the level that I am aware of the prod...

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Automation Anywhere, Testing Anywhere, Automation Anywhere Enterprise, Agentic Process Automation System (Now Certified for WorkSpaces)

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Overview

Automation Anywhere offers ease of use, robust system connectivity, and GenAI-driven document automation through a cloud-native platform, significantly enhancing productivity across multiple industries with advanced AI features.

Delivering a comprehensive suite of tools designed for easy integration and rapid deployment, Automation Anywhere drives efficiency by reducing costs and automating repetitive tasks. Its cloud-native platform supports broad industry adoption, including advanced AI features like process automation and Co-Pilot, streamlining complex workflows with minimal technical skills required. Users benefit from robust integration capabilities, which facilitate seamless interaction with multiple systems. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as user-friendliness for beginners, stability, flexible licensing, and enhanced OCR functionality. Organizations in sectors such as banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare gain from the improved operational efficiency and ROI Automation Anywhere offers.

What are the important features of Automation Anywhere?

Ease of Use: Simplifies automation tasks with a user-centric interface.
Robust Connectivity: Provides seamless integration with multiple systems.
GenAI-Driven Document Automation: Leverages AI to automate document management.
Process Automation & Co-Pilot: Enhances workflow automation with advanced AI.
Cloud-Native Platform: Enables rapid deployment and integration.

What benefits should be evaluated in reviews?

Time Savings: Automation drastically reduces manual processing time.
Cost Efficiency: Decreases overall operational costs by automating tasks.
Productivity Enhancement: Streamlines workflows with AI-driven tools.
Improved Integration: Enhances ability to work with multiple systems.
Scalability: Supports growth with a flexible cloud-native architecture.

In the insurance industry, Automation Anywhere is utilized for automating processes such as enrollment management and compliance checks. Its applications extend to supply chain management, financial transactions, and business performance monitoring across sectors like banking, finance, manufacturing, and healthcare, helping organizations to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.

Automation Anywhere

ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus is an ITIL-compliant tool designed for IT help desk and incident management. It offers user-friendly ticketing, automation, and integration features, assisting businesses in effective IT service management.

ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus provides comprehensive solutions for ticketing, automation, and integration with third-party tools. Its features include project, change, and asset management, which are essential for streamlining IT operations. The intuitive interface supports both technical and non-technical users. The platform's reporting, SLA management, and CMDB functions significantly enhance business operations. Despite its strengths, there are areas for improvement, such as customization and integration capabilities. Users often seek better automation for active and asset management, enhanced search functionality, and improved security.

What are the key features of ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus?

Ticketing System: Facilitates efficient issue tracking and resolution.
Automation: Allows the creation of automated workflows to reduce manual effort.
Customizability: Enables tailoring of the platform to fit specific business needs.
Integration: Seamless connectivity with third-party tools for enhanced functionality.
Project Management: Supports planning and execution of IT projects.
Change Management: Helps in managing IT service changes systematically.
Asset Management: Tracks and manages IT assets effectively.

What benefits and ROI should users expect from ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus?

Improved Efficiency: Streamlined workflows and processes save time and resources.
Enhanced Communication: Facilitates better interaction within IT departments.
Operational Visibility: Reporting and metrics provide insights into IT operations.
Flexibility: Customization options help tailor the system to specific requirements.
Security Enhancement: Regular updates enhance system security and data protection.

Industries implement ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus to address specific challenges such as IT help desk management and asset tracking. Companies use the platform to log incidents, automate workflows, and ensure compliance with ITIL standards, supporting effective management of daily operations, system auditing, and improved client interaction.

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N-able MSP Manager provides centralized tool integration and ticket management, improving remote access, task scheduling, and file transfers. Features like real-time reporting and Passportal integration enhance performance for MSPs.

N-able MSP Manager supports Managed Service Providers with remote management, patch management, encryption, and network monitoring. It seamlessly integrates with ticketing systems such as RMM Insight and N-central. The SaaS platform ensures automatic updates, and features like automatic ticket creation and time-tracking optimize operations. Some challenges include reporting, agent deployment via Group Policy, and improving customization, particularly in Microsoft environments.

What are the key features of N-able MSP Manager?

Centralized Portal: Enables seamless tool integration and efficient ticket management.
Remote Access: Facilitates easy task scheduling and file transfers without RDP logins.
Real-Time Reporting: Offers network reporting with multi-tenant capability for better decision-making.
Customizable SLAs: Enhances service management tailored to client needs.
Passportal Integration: Provides quick and secure credential access.

What should users evaluate in reviews?

Operational Efficiency: Look for improvements in remote management and integration ease.
Cost-Benefit: Assess functionality versus cost compared to alternatives.
SaaS Advantages: Continuous updates and support without manual intervention.
Task Optimization: Review features like time-tracking and task assignment accuracy.

N-able MSP Manager is often implemented in industries requiring robust remote management and network monitoring. Managed Service Providers leverage its integration capabilities for streamlined operations, while sectors needing complex contract management might encounter translation challenges in technical implementations.

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Sample Customers

Google, Linkedin, Cisco, Juniper Networks, DellEMC, Comcast, Mastercard, Quest Diagnostics

Tranter IT Infrastructure Services Limited, Sterlite Technologies, averda, Radiology Associates

Longleaf Systems, ITproMedia, Choice Technology, Halski Systems, Allixo Technologies, Nettech, Concept Technology

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