Google Cloud VM Manager
7.1#9 in patch management softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxWindows
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ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus
8.2#2 in patch management softwareFrom $245 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Google Cloud VM Manager | ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | VM Manager works with the Google Cloud console, Google Cloud CLI, direct OS Config API calls, and Terraform resources. | The integrated console lists Tenable Security, Tenable Vulnerability Management, Rapid7, ServiceDesk Plus, CrowdStrike and Analytics Plus integrations. |
| Public API | Patch deployments are initiated through the VM Manager API, also called the OS Config API. | A documented REST API uses OAuth 2.0 and JSON, with endpoints for patch installation, scans, approvals, automated deployment tasks, agents, computers and reports. |
| Purpose | VM Manager manages operating systems for large Windows and Linux VM fleets running on Compute Engine. | Patch Manager Plus automates patch management tasks from scanning and assessment through deployment and reporting. |
| Rating on G2 | The Google Cloud Infrastructure page reports an average based on 15 real user reviews but does not display a numeric aggregate rating. | 4.5 out of 5 from 198 reviews. |
| Rating on Gartner Peer Insights | Google Cloud Platform is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,035 ratings. | 4.6 out of 5 from 120 ratings. |
| Rating on Trustpilot | google.cloud.com has a TrustScore of 2 out of 5 from 17 reviews. | 3.2 out of 5 from 15 reviews. |
| Rating on TrustRadius | Google Cloud Platform scores 9 out of 10 from 59 reviews and ratings. | 8.2 out of 10 from 37 reviews and ratings. |
Google Cloud VM Manager plans
- Free tierFree
- Usage-based VM ManagerFree
- VM ManagerFree
ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus plans
- Free editionFree
- Professional cloud, monthly$34.50 a month
- Professional Cloud$34.50 a month
- Enterprise cloud, monthly$44.50 a month
- Professional on-premises, annual subscription$245 a year
- Professional On-Premises Annual$245 a year
Pick Google Cloud VM Manager if…
It suits teams maintaining Windows or Linux VM fleets on Compute Engine that need patching, inventory, and software configuration policies. Teams should account for its English-locale requirement and single-project patch-job scope.
Pick ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus if…
It suits administrators responsible for patching Windows, Mac, and Linux endpoints, including third-party applications. The Free edition is listed for small businesses with up to 20 workstations and five servers.