Facter
7.4#2 in system information softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitFacter vs WinAudit
What both publish
| Fact | Facter | WinAudit |
|---|---|---|
| Command line | Facter can be installed as a Ruby gem with the command gem install facter. | The product page lists command-line support as a feature. |
| License | Facter is open source and the repository identifies the Apache-2.0 license. | WinAudit is free, open source, and may be used or distributed by anyone. |
| Maker history | Puppet says it was founded in 2005 and acquired by Perforce in 2022. | Parmavex Services describes itself as trading since 1987. |
| Purpose | Facter is a command-line tool that gathers facts about systems, including hardware details, network settings, and operating system type and version. | WinAudit is an inventory utility for Windows computers that reports a machine’s configuration, hardware and software. |
Facter plans
- Puppet Core DeveloperFree
- Puppet Core CommercialPriced on request
- Puppet EnterprisePriced on request
- Puppet Enterprise AdvancedPriced on request
WinAudit plans
- WinAudit Freeware v3.4.6Free
Pick Facter if…
Facter suits system administrators and Puppet users who need system details available to manifests or infrastructure tools. Creating custom facts requires some familiarity with Ruby.
Pick WinAudit if…
WinAudit suits Windows users who need a no-setup inventory of computer hardware, configuration and installed software. Its report exports and command-line support may also suit IT professionals who need to handle system reports.