Lansweeper
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| Fact | Lansweeper | OCS Inventory NG |
|---|---|---|
| API | The platform offers a GraphQL API and webhooks, with full API access included in Enterprise and limited API features in Starter and Pro. | The communication server exposes a REST web service for inventory data, available since version 2.4. |
| Founded | 2004 | 2001 |
| Headquarters | Merelbeke, Belgium | Granville, France |
| Integrations | The integrations directory lists products including Jira Service Management, HaloITSM, Datadog, and Acronis; Starter is limited to Service Desk ticket enrichment integrations. | Official pages identify ITSM-NG, GLPI-related tooling, CMDBuild and iTop as third-party integration targets. |
| Purpose | Lansweeper describes its platform as Cyber Asset Intelligence software that gives organizations visibility and control over their technology environments. | OCS Inventory is open-source asset management software that scans and inventories devices and supports software deployment. |
Lansweeper suits organizations that need to inventory and understand assets across IT, operational technology, cloud, and virtual environments. Its plan limits and feature tiers may matter to teams choosing between a small asset count and broader API or integration access.
OCS Inventory NG suits IT teams that need to inventory computers and network hardware or deploy software across managed devices. Its discovery options also cover devices without an OCS agent.