Automox vs. PDQ Connect

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Automox
Score 8.9 out of 10
N/A
Automox is an endpoint management platform built for the era of autonomous operations. It provides a cloud-native foundation that unifies automation, speed, visibility, and trust.
$1
per month per endpoint
PDQ Connect
Score 9.2 out of 10
N/A
A cloud-based patch management solution for system admins, PDQ Connect allows the user to automate deployments, nerd out on reports, access remote devices, and address vulnerabilities in as little as one click — from a single console. PDQ Connect takes care of the IT environment and is designed to help users to: Deploy quickly: Deploy software, files, and…
$1,200
per year 100 devices (minimum)
Pricing
AutomoxPDQ Connect
Editions & Modules
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Basic
$12
per year per device
Plus
$18
per year per device
Premium
$28
per year per device
Premium
$28
per year per device
Premium
$28
per year per device
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
AutomoxPDQ Connect
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAutomox can patch macOS, Windows, and Linux endpoints with PatchOS, an offering at $1 per endpoint/ month with an annual commitment. The Automate Essentials or Automate Enterprise packages are for scaling IT automation, endpoint configuration, and software updates. Modules are available with Automox Assist, a one-on-one remote endpoint control and assistance for helpdesk technicians.Basic $12 per device/year Patch management & inventory insights Includes: - Device inventory - Prebuilt & custom packages - Custom fields & reports Plus $18 per device/year Includes everything in Basic and... - Automated deployments - Remote desktop - Role-based access control - Custom scanners Premium $28 per device/year Includes everything in Plus and... - Vulnerability scanning - Vulnerability prioritization - One-click CVE resolution - API-based integrations
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User Ratings
AutomoxPDQ Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
8.7
(150 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.4
(7 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(116 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Availability
5.5
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Performance
1.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
8.4
(10 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
9.1
(4 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
6.4
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
AutomoxPDQ Connect
Likelihood to Recommend
Automox
I was able to update browsera like edge and chrome which have updates every few days, automatically. No more emails to ask people to update edge or chrome. Display drivers and dell drivers are not visible for users, having Automox update them make it much easier for users as not all of the users are technical.
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PDQ
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Pros
Automox
  • Shows applications installed on a specific asset
  • Able to push policies and updates remotely , creating policies is easy.
  • Keep track of compliant devices and when is the last time they have connected to the servers
  • All the great information provided within one single device
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PDQ
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Cons
Automox
  • Server patching orchestration. There is no way to patch and reboot systems in order of importance, such as database servers before application servers.
  • Worklets for patching .net core and similar.
  • Worklets for removing unwanted Java installs or other unwanted software.
  • Integration with Tenable Vulnerability Management.
  • AI script development should be included at no additional cost; GPT or Gemini can be used instead for free and pasted into Automox. Why charge when others are free?
  • Official worklets are slow to be added or updated.
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PDQ
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Likelihood to Renew
Automox
This is a software that just works. Once configured its a set and forget kind of tool that keeps things up to date and alerts me if something is wrong. I was able to work through an expansion project to deploy an additional 500 devices in almost no time and create a robust self-patching environment.
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PDQ
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Usability
Automox
It's great at what it does. We're able to veiw endpoints that are online in real time, and run scans on them to ensure they're still compliant. The software itself is very easy to use and set up on end points, with the main admin portal having a clean and very easy to understand set up
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PDQ
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Support Rating
Automox
I did not need to reach out to support often but when I did the answers were relatively correct and they were answered quickly. The only thing I might "ding" their support on was their lack of understanding of OS's different from Windows and especially Linux. Other than that I was satisfied
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Implementation Rating
Automox
Implementing Automox successfully starts with a clear strategy for organizing and grouping devices based on operating systems, environments, or business criticality. This ensures that patching and configuration policies can be applied with precision. A phased rollout approach is essential—beginning with a pilot group allows teams to test patching schedules, reboot behaviors, and custom Worklets before scaling across the organization. Leveraging Worklets from the start can significantly boost automation by enforcing security baselines and performing routine system tasks. Integration with existing SOC tools, such as SIEMs, enhances visibility and response time by correlating patch compliance with threat intelligence. Additionally, aligning patching schedules with operational downtimes minimizes disruptions, and consistent monitoring and reporting helps maintain compliance and prepare for audits. Overall, Automox offers a streamlined and effective solution, but its true value is unlocked through thoughtful planning, testing, and integration with existing IT and security workflows.
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PDQ
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Alternatives Considered
Automox
We felt that Automox provided us with the functionality our MSP offered, including OS and device patching, as well as remote control capabilities, but in a better and more manageable way. We also felt the usability of the tool gave us the ability to be effective in our way of working, as well as integrating with Rapid7 was a massive benefit for us.
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PDQ
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Return on Investment
Automox
  • Being a start up, we have pivoted our strategies a number of times. The pay as you go model has worked very well for us, and has prevented us from overprovisioning
  • The time saved pulling reports to provide to auditors has been well worth our small spend on the solution
  • We have no need to maintain a scanning tool or invest in hardware thanks to the SaaS nature of Automox
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PDQ
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ScreenShots

PDQ Connect Screenshots

Screenshot of creating a group for devices missing the latest version of ChromeScreenshot of an example automation that deploys the latest version of Chrome every other Sunday at 2am to the 'Old Chrome' groupScreenshot of some of the over 100 pre-built packages, all kept up-to-date and tested to verify a silent install