ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus vs SysAid comparison

ManageEngine and SysAid are both solutions in the Help Desk Software category. ManageEngine is ranked #26 with an average rating of 4.0, while SysAid is ranked #27. Additionally, 66% of ManageEngine users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of SysAid users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

SysAid and ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus are competing in the IT service management category. Data indicates that while SysAid excels in customer support, ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus is favored for its advanced features, leaving it as a preferred option despite potentially higher prices.

Features: SysAid offers comprehensive help desk capabilities, automation features, and an easy-to-use self-service portal. ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus excels in asset management functionality, superior integration options, and a mobile application for all products.

Room for Improvement: SysAid could improve its user interface, physical asset monitoring, and provide more advanced reporting capabilities. ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus could enhance additional functionalities beyond the help desk, offer better scalability options, and optimize the user interface further.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SysAid provides a straightforward deployment process with reliable customer service, ensuring a smooth transition. ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus offers flexible deployment models including cloud and on-premises options, with outstanding technical support catering to diverse business needs.

Pricing and ROI: SysAid is generally more cost-effective with a lower setup cost, offering a rapid return on investment. ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus involves higher initial expenses, but the investment is justified by its comprehensive feature set, promising a significant ROI over time.

To learn more, read our detailed ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus vs. SysAid Report (Updated: June 2026).

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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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reviewer2650164

VP of IT at a aerospace/defense firm with 51-200 employees

Manual ticketing features hinder workflow, but cost-effective ticket management is ensured

We just use it because it's more trouble to rip it out than to replace it with a more expensive tool. I would not recommend this product to others. If budget is a concern, it might be suitable but it doesn’t excite. Hence, I would rate it a four out of ten.

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Todd Blake

Senior IT Specialist at a healthcare company with 11-50 employees

A solution that streamlines ticket creation for the staff members of a business and enables efficient issue resolution by the IT team

SysAid is similar to Nintex AssureSign. Some of the back-end configurations of the solution are very difficult. So, we always need SysAid's help. Also, there are almost too many features that we are not taking advantage of in our company since we don't even know about them. A little bit of a streamlining or simplification of the main features would be a good improvement. I would like to see SysAid present its solution more easily. There is a lot in the solution, and it is more than what we need in our company.

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Pros

"When anybody talks about Robotic Process Automation, Automation Anywhere is the first thing that comes to my mind."

"My experience with the deployment of Automation Anywhere was good. I have no complaints there. It was very straightforward."

"We had an old ERP which required human interactions because of the lack of a system, and what we did is have the robotics read an invoice and plug it directly into our ERP, avoiding the extra steps, saving about an hour-and-a-half a day and 20 percent of an FTE."

"Movement on cloud architecture according to me provided by AA2019, will be most beneficial as it will be easy to use and will provide flexibility."

"It has absolutely been worth it for us and has provided us with good value."

"My clients have seen tremendous value when it comes to automating business processes, and the robust nature of the application allows them to scale their business processes pretty quickly."

"Before, there was about four to five resources to extract it, now, with automation, this has helped us reduce the time to two to three minutes, then the work will be done."

"This solution is easy to use and generates a quick response."

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"The product is very scalable and stable when used as a help desk once it is built out."

"Their technical support has been very helpful and is very good."

"The product teams are continuously on the products trying to improve them. If, for example, I ask for a change to be done in the software, the chances are in the next release it's going to be done and incorporated. It's this personal touch that I like."

"When using it predominantly for a help desk solution, it seems like an absolutely fine product."

"Their tech support has been talking to us about expanding features like integrations with Microsoft Teams."

"We have found the reporting in this product to be very useful."

"ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus works fine as a help desk software and is relatively inexpensive."

"The most valuable features are the ITIL compliance and billing."

"I would say the overall flexibility of the product is its most valuable feature."

"At our agency, people love SysAid."

"All our service management is integrated into one system. Our response time is much faster because we have a visual into what is going on."

"The service desk orchestration, overall, is good. It allows an organization to build that service desk concept into its organizational and support strategy. And it allows an organization to digest that and create a support model very quickly around the tools. The fact that the tools are integrated within the system itself gives the organization a really robust way to integrate everything and have a complete support model."

"It's supporting the daily routine of the IT organization, it is the ticketing system, and it's very helpful due to the fact that it provides us with full evidence and full transparency for what we are working on."

"The solution can scale."

"I really like the SysAid self-service portal; it's very customizable and we can customize it to fit our needs rather well."

"Overall the administrative side does save you costs in terms of resources and time."

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Cons

"The main problem that I have with Automation Anywhere is the support. When I have problems that I cannot solve by myself, it is hard to achieve a good result with support. Language is another issue."

"In A2019 the dependencies that are being downloaded take a longer time that should be reduced. Migration utility should be provided so we can easily migrate from lower versions to higher versions."

"The analytical dashboard in the Control Room could use some improvement."

"While we have been developing over time, there have been issues with stability."

"The workflow has a complex drag-and-drop interface that is not user-friendly and requires a good technical understanding, which can be challenging for users."

"Currently, Automation Anywhere's debugging functionality is minimal."

"In Automation Anywhere, the logging process is manual."

"Automation Anywhere will sometimes announce releases or updates in their roadmap, and we wait for them, but they do not happen on time or at all."

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"ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus could improve on workflow automation features."

"The business model for the company is to sell low and charge for customization, education or expertise."

"ManageEngine, in my experience, fosters that type of environment; it doesn't have an easy button, a graphic user interface, ease-of-use, and ease-of-dev — the product does not have any of that."

"The tech support is terrible and that seems to be a part of their business plan."

"The product is very difficult to use and configure and requires specialists."

"I would like to see some kind of project management or portfolio management in a future version."

"There is no cloud-based version and it would be helpful if it were available."

"They're pretty good but there's always room for improvement. There should be more templates that users can utilize immediately."

"There is a learning curve for the users."

"The solution needs to improve their mobile product."

"The only thing that I would like to see is for them to improve asset management so that it's more usable."

"The automation needs improvement. The workflow has some improvements to do. There's some stuff that they are working on like having cascaded fields. For example, we're categorizing tickets by location, by site and by building and then by data room within a data center. At the moment they're all separate fields."

"The administrative side of the user interface could be a little more user-friendly."

"Monitoring needs improvement. At the moment we are looking for some advanced monitoring tools, which are using AI and machine learning as well. This product currently does not offer that."

"This means the facilities people can see every ticket that is in the support queue, which is not great."

"From my perspective, it's a little bit of a legacy system in our IT landscape."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"There may be room for the product to be more competitively priced to excel in the market."

"I don't agree with the IQ Bot licensing costs, which depends on the consumption of the document rather than per bot or user. This is confusing for me, because most of the cases for us in a possible future scenario, there would be a lot of invalid data to be scanned to get to real data. E.g., we would have to supply approximately 100 pages of scanned data to extract two pages of original data. In these type of cases, the IQ Bot might be a costly venture."

"We would like them to change the license model of charging per bot."

"Because it reduced the time duration of our processes, our costs went down."

"In the Indian market, I feel that for mid-size companies, such as ourselves, that having multiple bots costs a lot. If Automation Anywhere wants to expand in the Indian market, they will need to look at their pricing."

"I really enjoy the pricing options with Automation Anywhere, as they are able to flex their ability to adapt to the needs of the customer really well."

"I do not know the price, but I am told that it is cheaper than UiPath."

"Regarding the price, licensing, and maintenance, Automation Anywhere provides its customers with its best and affordable value."

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"The licensing fees depend on different criteria, including options and sizing."

"ManageEngine products will always be the lowest cost in category as that is part of their business model."

"The pricing of SysAid is less than its competitors."

"Once you're interested, talk with SysAid. You can have them come in and look at your company and advise you on the best solution. They will tell you what comes with each separate package and also advise you what application to activate. If you want something that they don't have, they have a department that can design something based on your unique requests."

"We saw our investment back at the end of year one."

"SysAid is a good solution, especially from a pricing perspective."

"Though I am not really sure about SysAid's prices, I know that it is competitive compared to some of the other products that our company looked at, like ConnectWise and ServiceNow."

"Overall, the price is good. It's all about what you get for the base amount. From my perspective, you want to look at what you're getting out-of-the-box. SysAid does a good job of putting key stuff in the box for you."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

17%

Construction Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

Construction Company

21%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Performing Arts

10%

Retailer

10%

Construction Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

10%

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Small Business	154
Midsize Enterprise	82
Large Enterprise	536

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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 SupportCenter Plus?

ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus is cheap, around two or three on a scale where ten is the most expensive.

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What needs improvement with ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus?

ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus could improve on workflow automation features. Currently, everything is very manual, ...

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What is your primary use case for ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus?

We use ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus primarily as a ticketing tool within our company.

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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.

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ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus offers ITIL compliance, billing capabilities, mobile apps, and reporting features. It's cost-effective and continuously updated for improved functionality, meeting user demands despite minor limitations.

ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus is designed primarily as a ticketing system to facilitate helpdesk and customer service operations, managing issues, incidents, and demand management. It replaces traditional email systems with a streamlined ticket system and records hourly rates along with technician time on tickets, maintaining a comprehensive ticket database. While mobile management is possible, development and configuration require significant resources. Efforts are focused on enhancing automation and simplifying reporting by centralizing data in one location, reflecting a customer-focused approach.

What are the most valued features?

ITIL Compliance: Ensures adherence to international standards.
Billing Capabilities: Tracks and manages financial aspects efficiently.
Mobile Apps: Facilitates remote management and monitoring.
Reporting: Generates useful insights and reports for strategic decisions.
Help Desk Functionality: Provides streamlined ticket management and support workflows.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Cost-Effectiveness: Balances functionality with affordability.
Customer-Focused Updates: Regular enhancements that cater to user needs.
Streamlined Operations: Simplifies issue tracking and resolution processes.
Comprehensive Reporting: Provides centralized insights for data-driven decisions.

In industries like IT support and service management, ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus acts as a robust ticketing and helpdesk system, managing incidents and support requests efficiently. Its mobile app capability, though resource-intensive, is beneficial in sectors requiring flexible operations. Efforts in enhancing automation will further strengthen its application across diverse sectors, from service management to tech-focused organizations.

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SysAid offers an adaptable IT management platform with customizable workflows, asset management, and seamless application integration, catering to departments such as HR, payroll, and finance.

SysAid provides tools for incident, request management, and a CMDB to support departments through efficient processes. It features a self-service portal and knowledge base, enhancing user experience by promoting autonomy. It allows for easy customization and features a scalable system that adjusts to enterprise needs. SysAid supports educational institutions, airlines, and a variety of sectors by streamlining communication through calls and emails.

What are SysAid's Important Features?

Intuitive Interface: Offers a user-friendly design that simplifies navigation.
Customizable Workflows: Enables users to tailor processes to their specific requirements.
Robust Self-Service Portal: Empowers users to resolve issues independently.
Comprehensive Asset Management: Tracks and manages assets efficiently.
Reporting Tools: Provides extensive data analysis and visualization capabilities.
Knowledge Base: Supports access to information for problem-solving.
Integration Capabilities: Allows seamless connection with other applications.

What Benefits and ROI Should Users Look For?

Ease of Customization: Adapt workflows and interfaces with minimal effort.
Scalability: Supports growth and changes in enterprise infrastructure.
Effective Technical Support: Ensures reliable assistance for troubleshooting issues.
Transparency: Enhances visibility into service management and asset tracking.

SysAid is utilized across different industries for IT, HR, facilities, and finance needs. Its primary role is in incident and request management and knowledge sharing, with asset inventory and CMDB functionalities aiding internal communication. It is implemented in sectors like education and aviation to streamline operational processes.

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Sample Customers

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

Brickman Group, SVP Worldwide, Chicago Tribune, Sodexo, Constellation, Lowcost Holidays, Telesur, PayEx, Quintiq, Moblize, Oman Air, Intelligent Hospital Systems

Disney, Sears Holdings Corporation, LAN Airlines, Schneider Electric, On Semiconductors, Toyota, Sky, KPMG, Georgetown University Law Center, Motorola, North York General Hospital, Volksbank, Xerox, Bacardi, Del Monte Fresh Produce, Manpower, Nucor, Ecobank

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