Automox vs. PDQ

PDQ is an affordably priced Automox alternative that focuses on granular control and deep insight into Windows devices. In contrast, Automox offers broad oversight of multiple platforms at a high cost.

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See how PDQ and Automox compare

Automox

Automox relies on an installed agent to patch Windows, macOS, and Linux devices. However, you’ll need to pay per device, and prices increase if you want access to the platform’s more advanced features.

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PDQ

PDQ focuses on patch management, inventory management, and software deployment for Windows devices, giving you more granular control. Select between agent-based and agentless solutions, each with budget-friendly pricing structures that give you full access to all of the platform’s advanced features at one low price.

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PDQ

Automox

Straightforward, budget-friendly pricing 

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Agent-based and agentless solutions 

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Intuitive design 

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Robust reporting options 

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Rapid, automated deployment 

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Prebuilt, ready-to-download packages 

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Device targeting 

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Automatic retry of failed deployments 

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Fast, friendly support 

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Cool robot mascot 

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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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“The software is amazing, the support is spectacular if you ever need it, and it keeps the Windows-side of my networks humming along smoothly.”

AARON D.
Systems Engineer

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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

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 Deploy & Inventory

  • Agentless over LAN/VPN
    Connect to on-prem or VPN-connected devices in your environment

  • Self hosted
    Install on your server and manage within your organization's own IT infrastructure

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PDQ Connect

  • Agent based
    Connect to remote or local devices using an agent and web interface

  • Cloud hosted
    Access and administer your devices remotely via the internet

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 recurring 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 Automox. The use of Automox on this page is for comparison purposes only.
Information last updated: 2/7/2024