Checkmk
8.8#1 in hardware monitoring softwareFrom $275 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Checkmk | TOPdesk |
|---|---|---|
| API | The REST API is designed to cover functionality exposed by the GUI and command line, with OpenAPI documentation generated from the same source as the software. | The product exposes APIs, OData endpoints and webhooks for custom integrations and automation. |
| Deployment | Checkmk can run on customer hardware or virtualized, with packages for major Linux distributions, Docker and Virtual Appliance. | TOPdesk runs mainly as SaaS but also supports on-premises installations for organizations requiring local control. |
| Founded | 2007 | 1993 |
| Headquarters | Munich, Germany | Delft, Netherlands |
| Integrations | Checkmk advertises more than 2,000 built-in integrations covering hardware, networks, applications, operating systems and cloud or container platforms. | TOPdesk advertises more than 100 prebuilt integrations plus custom connections through its open API. |
| Licence | Checkmk Community code is described as GPL v2 licensed, while commercial editions add proprietary enterprise functionality. | TOPdesk terms grant restricted use rights and prohibit redistribution, reverse engineering and attempts to derive source code, indicating proprietary closed-source software. |
| Rating on Apple App Store | No rating overview is displayed because the app has not received enough ratings or reviews. | 4.0 out of 5 from 1 rating |
| Rating on G2 | 4.7 out of 5 from 306 reviews. | 4.1 out of 5 from 30 reviews |
| Rating on Gartner Peer Insights | 4.5 out of 5 from 138 reviews. | 4.4 out of 5 from 1,207 reviews |
| Rating on TrustRadius | 9.1 out of 10 from 18 reviews and ratings. | 8.4 out of 10 from 500 reviews |
Checkmk plans
- CommunityFree
- Synthetic MonitoringFree
- Pro$275 a month
- Cloud$290 a month
- Ultimate$400 a month
TOPdesk plans
- Essential£51 a month
- Engaged£72 a month
- Excellent£101 a month
Pick Checkmk if…
It suits teams monitoring mixed infrastructure, servers, networks, and cloud services. The Community edition is aimed at smaller infrastructures, while distributed monitoring can support larger setups.
Pick TOPdesk if…
TOPdesk suits IT, Facility Management, and HR teams that need to manage service requests, tickets, and assets. It may also fit organizations seeking cloud or on-premises deployment and a self-service portal for end users.