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# Compare ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus vs vRx

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> Detailed comparison between ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus and vRx. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus | vRx |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 376 | 22 |
| **Starting Price** | US$245,00 | US$499,00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus

All Enterprises - large, mid \&amp; small sized are our potential customers. Several enterprises which have a sizeable IT department running Windows/Mac/ Linux machines are happy using Patch Manager Plus

### vRx

Cross-Vertical Cloud-native Enterprises&#10;Target Industries: Finance \&amp; Banking, Healthcare, Education, Governmental, Energy&#10;and Manufacturing.&#10;Best fit for companies with employees 500+

## Key features

### ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Audit Management
- Automatic Patch Deployment
- Automatic Scans
- Compliance Management
- Customization
- Dashboard
- Monitoring
- Network Wide Management
- Patch Prioritisation
- Patch Testing
- Policy Management
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics
- Scheduling
- Search/Filter
- Status Tracking
- Two-Factor Authentication

### vRx

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Tracking
- Audit Management
- Automatic Patch Deployment
- Automatic Scans
- Compliance Management
- Customization
- Dashboard
- Monitoring
- Network Wide Management
- Patch Prioritisation
- Patch Testing
- Policy Management
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics
- Scheduling
- Search/Filter
- Status Tracking
- Two-Factor Authentication

## Links

- [View ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/179288/patch-manager-plus)
- [View vRx Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/201047/topia)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/179288/201047/patch-manager-plus/vs/topia)

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