Patch My PC
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Software Updater
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| Fact | Patch My PC | Software Updater |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Patch My PC automates packaging, deployment, and updating of third-party applications across managed devices. | Software Updater scans Windows software and checks its versions against a database to identify newer releases. |
| Support | Patch My PC describes support staff as including former system administrators, cybersecurity experts, Microsoft veterans and MVPs. | The site says TouchStoneSoftware.com offers free support to Software Updater users. |
Patch My PC plans
- Home UpdaterFree
- Enterprise Plus$3.50 a year
- Enterprise Premium$5 a year
Software Updater plans
- Software UpdaterFree
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.
Pick Software Updater if…
Software Updater may suit Windows PC users who want to check installed programs for newer releases and choose which updates to apply. Its license is limited to one computer and non-commercial use.