Munki
6.1#9 in app installationFree planFree planmacOSSelf-hosted
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Patch My PC
7.7#1 in software update toolsFrom $3.50 a yearFree planWebmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | Munki | Patch My PC |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Munki is a set of tools for macOS administrators to manage software installs and, in many cases, removals on macOS client machines. | Patch My PC automates packaging, deployment, and updating of third-party applications across managed devices. |
| Support | The project directs users to the munki-discuss Google Group for questions and help getting started, and says not to post support questions as GitHub code issues. | Patch My PC describes support staff as including former system administrators, cybersecurity experts, Microsoft veterans and MVPs. |
Munki plans
- MunkiFree
Patch My PC plans
- Home UpdaterFree
- Enterprise Plus$3.50 a year
- Enterprise Premium$5 a year
Pick Munki if…
Munki suits macOS administrators managing software across Mac client machines, including organizations with large Mac fleets. The server administrator’s machine must run macOS.
Pick Patch My PC if…
Patch My PC suits organizations managing third-party application updates through ConfigMgr, Intune, or WSUS. Home Updater is for non-commercial use on supported Windows 10-or-later 64-bit systems or Windows Server 2016 or later.