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Lansweeper vs. PDQ

PDQ Connect is a convenient Lansweeper alternative that offers comprehensive IT asset management and software deployment for Windows devices. In contrast, Lansweeper provides multiplatform inventorying.

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See how PDQ and Lansweeper compare

Lansweeper

The latest cloud-based version of Lansweeper focuses on multiplatform asset discovery and inventory. Additional features require third-party integrations. While the legacy version of Lansweeper offers software deployment, it only works with on-network Windows devices.

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PDQ

PDQ provides comprehensive all-in-one solutions to streamline common Windows device management tasks — from inventorying assets to deploying software to resolving vulnerabilities. With on-prem and cloud-based options, PDQ doesn’t just give you thorough inventory data — it allows you to take action to secure your environment.

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Inventory assets and deploy software with PDQ in minutes

PDQ Connect

Lansweeper

Accessible, per-device pricing

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Robust deployment options

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Prebuilt, ready-to-deploy packages

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Automatic asset discovery

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Custom asset grouping

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Exportable reports

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Prebuilt reports

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Easy custom reports

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Intuitive design

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Easy setup

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Fast, friendly 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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“I've used other tools, and this one's simple and intuitive GUI makes deployments easy and easy to learn.”

DAVID K.
Information Security Manager

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“PDQ gives us insight and depth into our Windows environment. We can ensure that machines are patched regularly and notified when they fall behind. Software deployment is generally streamlined, and I can easily hit 600 workstations with new software without physically touching any machine.”

NATE B.
Network Engineer

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.

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