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Atera vs. PDQ

PDQ Connect is a convenient Atera alternative that offers robust software deployment, vulnerability management, and patch management features for Windows devices. In contrast, Atera offers a piecemeal approach where you need to budget for pricey integrations if you want all the bells and whistles.

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See how PDQ and Atera compare

Atera

Atera dabbles in virtually all the common IT tasks, from patch management to cybersecurity to ticketing. But access to the full range of features requires a higher-level subscription and often third-party integrations, massively increasing the price.

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PDQ

PDQ focuses squarely on patch management, inventory management, and software deployment for Windows devices, giving you unmatched control and flexibility to create seamless workflows. And with PDQ Connect’s new vulnerability management features, your fleet will be more secure than ever.

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Inventory assets and deploy software with PDQ in minutes

PDQ

Atera

Accessible, per-device pricing 

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Unlimited in-house custom & prebuilt reports for all customers 

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Prebuilt, ready-to-deploy packages 

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IT automations 

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Custom asset grouping 

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Exportable reports 

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Intuitive design 

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Easy setup 

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Extensive Knowledge Base 

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Fast, consistent support 

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Vulnerability scanning

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Remote desktop

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Meet some of our customers

PDQ users are united by a love of efficient Windows device management. Learn how businesses of all sizes use PDQ.

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“PDQ gives us the tools we need at a great price. The product is easy to use and administrate. No downside.”

DOUG F.
Director of Information Services and Technology

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“PDQ works. We use it for software installations and updates, and it has made the process so much more efficient because they make their own software packages.”

BEN B.
Director of Technology

One platform, endless use cases

PDQ is your one-stop shop for all your Windows device management needs. Just take a look at what PDQ Deploy & Inventory and PDQ Connect can do.

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PDQ Connect

  • Save time with automated deployments, prebuilt + custom packages, and essential inventory tools.

  • Secure your devices with vulnerability scanning and one-click resolution.

  • Support your end users with remote desktop capability.

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PDQ Deploy & Inventory

  • Gain visibility with inventory scanners and a range of prebuilt and custom quick actions.

  • Reduce manual tasks with automated deployments and email notifications.

  • Stay organized and import devices with Active Directory to keep PDQ and AD always synced.

What’s included in both?

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Deploy packages

Access 100+ prebuilt popular software packages or create your own multistep packages with commands and scripts

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Group devices

Save groups of devices based on dynamic criteria to easily identify or report on which machines need updates

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Automate tasks

Create automatic deployments to specific groups or individual devices to ensure your devices stay up to date

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Build reports

Create and export reports to view your devices grouped by things like installed software, hardware & its age, and more

See how Connect and Deploy & Inventory compare

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Ready to make the switch?

PDQ is not affiliated with or endorsed by Atera. The use of Atera on this page is for comparison purposes only.
Information last updated: 9/24/2024