If you want to ensure your computers are managed, KACE is a simple, no-frills solution that will do the job
September 15, 2020
If you want to ensure your computers are managed, KACE is a simple, no-frills solution that will do the job
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA)
My organization has leveraged KACE K1000 and K2000 units for several years now. Although KACE isn't as robust as Service Now, Microsoft SCCM, or other tools it has everything we need. The great thing about KACE is that it's simple to use and simple to train on. This provides an excellent tool to manage software configurations, push/maintain software and ensure all computers are patched/compliant.
- Patch management.
- Inventory management.
- Software pushes.
- Interface is not HTML5.
- Documentation isn't as clear and robust as many of the newer SaaS companies.
- Limitations on some hardware reporting.
- Lower upfront costs.
- Higher ROI because the software/hardware lasts.
- Lower total cost of ownership as there isn't much care and feeding.
- Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
Compared to more robust tools like SCCM, KACE delivers 90% of the value for a fraction of the cost. Not only is the initial upfront investment less it requires significantly less care and feeding to ensure you get what you need.
Do you think KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA)'s feature set?
Yes
Did KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy KACE Systems Management Appliance (SMA) again?
Yes