PDQ: The flexible alternative to Automox
PDQ Connect is an affordable Automox alternative that offers customizable agent-based device management for your Windows devices. Secure your fleet with focused features that just work.
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Simplify your IT with PDQ
Easy
Keep your Windows devices secure and up to date, no matter where they are.
Fast
Automate patches and software deployments, then get automatic reports.
Clear
Maintain a live view of your entire fleet with custom scanners and prebuilt reports.
Secure
Detect, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities — all from one easy-to-use console.
PDQ Connect vs. Automox
Automox
Automox is an IT operations platform that aims to do it all. The broad feature set may appeal to those who will actively use all the bells and whistles across multiple platforms, but it drives up the cost while neglecting some key capabilities sysadmins often look for.
Shortcomings:
Poor reporting
Limited scripting
Minimal customization
Can be slow and glitchy
High price point for full feature set
PDQ Connect
PDQ Connect is a Windows device management solution built for sysadmins, by sysadmins. This easy-to-use platform has everything most sysadmins need without unnecessary fluff driving up the price. Quickly inventory your fleet, generate reports, deploy applications, scan and remediate vulnerabilities, and automate IT tasks — no matter where your devices are located.
PDQ Connect vs. Automox: Feature breakdown
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Cloud-based (agent-based) solution |
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Easy setup |
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Minimal learning curve |
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Transparent pricing |
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Accessible, per-device pricing |
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Starting price | $12/device | $12/device (patching only) |
Focused feature set |
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Automated asset discovery |
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Granular custom scan profiles |
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Real-time inventory data |
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Robust reporting |
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Prebuilt, ready-to-deploy packages |
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Automated patch management |
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Custom device grouping |
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Dynamic device grouping |
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Silent deployments |
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Custom packages |
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Vulnerability scanning |
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Prioritization based on your environment |
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One-click remediation |
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Public API |
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Entra ID |
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PDQ is not affiliated with or endorsed by Automox. The use of Automox on this page is for comparison purposes only.
Information last updated: 2/13/2025