
ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus
8.2#2 in patch management softwareFrom $245 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus | Salt |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The integrated console lists Tenable Security, Tenable Vulnerability Management, Rapid7, ServiceDesk Plus, CrowdStrike and Analytics Plus integrations. | SaltStack Config integrates with LDAP, SAML, OIDC, and Active Directory. |
| Purpose | Patch Manager Plus automates patch management tasks from scanning and assessment through deployment and reporting. | Salt is a Python-based, open-source framework for remote execution, configuration management, automation, provisioning, and orchestration. |
| Support | The vendor provides an online support request form, separate support email addresses for on-premises and cloud customers, and telephone support numbers. | The project directs users to GitHub issues for bugs and problems and to Discord for community technical support and discussions. |
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.
Salt suits teams automating configuration and infrastructure across multiple systems, including teams that need agentless access or dependency-ordered orchestration. SaltStack Config may suit organizations seeking role-based access controls and compliance profiles.