As someone who has worked extensively with both Ivanti and Patch My PC, I’ve been asked countless times to weigh in on which product stands out. Let’s dive into the details and see which one gets my vote.
Ivanti Review
Ivanti Neurons for Intune and Ivanti Patch for Configuration Manager have been part of my toolkit while working with different organizations. Here’s what I appreciate about Ivanti:
- Efficient Deployment: Ivanti seamlessly deploys application updates via Automatic Deployment Rules (ADR) in Configuration Manager. Additionally, with Ivanti Neurons for Intune, it automatically creates applications and targets specific groups.
- Phased Approach: I like the option for a phased deployment approach. It allows you to roll out updates gradually to specific groups, minimizing disruptions.
- Limitations: However, Ivanti Neurons for Intune lacks a notification option to close apps during updates—unlike Patch My PC. This can catch users off guard, so I recommend deploying it after hours. Also, the restart notifications don’t always work consistently for specific apps.
Patch My PC Review
Now, let’s talk about Patch My PC:
- Responsiveness: Patch My PC wins in the responsiveness department. Their sales team and support tickets get swift attention. Kudos to Jordan Benzing, a Microsoft MVP who works at Patch My PC, goes the extra mile to address security concerns and explain their practices thoroughly when my clients had concerns around the security of using their product.
- Custom Apps Feature: Here’s where Patch My PC shines. The Custom Apps feature allows you to upload source files for custom packages. This saves your team valuable time when packaging custom applications.
- Interactive Notifications: Patch My PC offers custom notifications for users when installing and updating applications.
Cost Comparison
When it comes to cost:
- Ivanti: It might be more budget-friendly for smaller organizations due to customizable plans.
- Patch My PC: The minimum cost is $2499 USD. If your device count stays below 714, you’re covered by the starting price. Beyond that, it’s per-device pricing.
Support and Documentation
- Patch My PC: Their support team is lightning-fast, resolving issues within hours. Plus, they offer extensive documentation on their website.
- Patch My PC hosts free live webinars and deep dive sessions, promoting this content heavily in their mailing lists. In contrast, Ivanti seems to offer more webinars and posts about their Security features compared to their Patching features.
The Verdict
Both products are solid, but my personal preference leans toward Patch My PC. Why? Well, they give you more granular control over updates and applications, and that Custom Apps feature is a game-changer. Plus, as a fan of PSAppDeployToolkit, I appreciate that Patch My PC uses it.
Remember, though, this is just my opinion. I recommend trialing both products to find the best fit for your organization’s needs.
Happy patching! 🚀
Resources:
Patch My PC https://patchmypc.com/
Ivanti https://www.ivanti.com/
Patch My PC YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT9BKiLpbO1pGxXsU1-_zBg
Jordan Benzing website https://jordantheitguy.com/Home
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