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Compare Action1 and PDQ Connect 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.7% of reviews)
Mid-Market (74.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 200 endpoints FREE forever
$12.00 1 Device Per Year
Action1
Star Rating
(823)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 200 endpoints FREE forever
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(359)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (74.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$12.00 1 Device Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Action1 excels in user satisfaction, boasting a higher overall score compared to PDQ Connect. Users appreciate its straightforward approach to patch management, highlighting that it "focuses solely on patch management and does it well," which contributes to a seamless experience.
- According to verified reviews, Action1's implementation process is notably easy, with users noting "no real barriers to entry." This ease of setup is a significant advantage for teams looking to quickly integrate a new solution without extensive training.
- Users say that Action1 provides a robust API, making it easier to integrate with existing systems. This feature is particularly beneficial for organizations that require custom solutions, as it allows for greater flexibility in managing endpoints.
- Reviewers mention that PDQ Connect stands out for its ease of use and quick patching capabilities. Users have praised its "straightforward management of both software and scripts," making it a solid choice for teams that prioritize simplicity and efficiency in their operations.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while PDQ Connect offers good inventory management and cloud integration, it may not match the speed of Action1 in connecting to endpoints for remote support. Users have noted that Action1 allows for faster connections, which is crucial for providing timely assistance.
- According to recent feedback, both products have their strengths, but Action1's focus on patch management and user-friendly features give it an edge in environments where security and efficiency are top priorities. Meanwhile, PDQ Connect's seamless transition from on-premises solutions is a strong point for users migrating to cloud-based systems.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Action1
First 200 Endpoints Free - No Feature Limits
Starting at $0.00
200 endpoints FREE forever
First 200 endpoints are free forever. Scale as needed.
To request the quote, please fill out the form on the company's website.
- Third-Party Patching
- Cross-OS Patching
- Vulnerability Management & Remediation
PDQ Connect
Basic
$12.00
1 Device Per Year
Rapid patch management & robust inventory insights
- Device inventory
- Prebuilt & custom packages
- Custom fields & reports
Free Trial
Action1
Free Trial is available
PDQ Connect
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
710
8.9
264
Ease of Use
9.5
727
9.1
265
Ease of Setup
9.7
720
9.2
258
Ease of Admin
9.5
689
9.4
240
Quality of Support
9.3
518
9.2
239
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
629
9.4
237
Product Direction (% positive)
9.9
704
9.7
262
Features by Category
Inventory Management - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
9.0
342
Not enough data
8.3
101
Not enough data
8.1
94
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management
8.8
340
Not enough data
7.9
337
Not enough data
8.9
347
Not enough data
9.6
353
Not enough data
7.5
101
Not enough data
IT Operations & Workflow - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
7.8
97
Not enough data
Service Management
8.0
338
Not enough data
6.8
93
Not enough data
4.9
92
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
7.1
103
Not enough data
6.9
100
Not enough data
7.1
98
Not enough data
5.8
97
Not enough data
5.7
97
Not enough data
5.9
98
Not enough data
5.9
99
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
343
9.4
91
Feature Not Available
8.6
48
Feature Not Available
8.2
34
9.0
350
9.4
103
7.5
322
8.3
33
8.1
334
9.0
45
Maintenance
9.0
346
9.4
78
Feature Not Available
7.0
28
Communication
Feature Not Available
7.4
36
Feature Not Available
5.4
25
Feature Not Available
5.2
24
Feature Not Available
7.2
29
Security
8.0
316
8.9
27
8.7
327
9.3
32
Device Support
6.1
314
7.6
31
7.0
319
7.9
41
Feature Not Available
7.9
33
Performance
8.6
336
8.3
66
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
3.5
80
Generative AI - Autonomous Endpoint Management
5.0
58
Not enough data
5.5
59
Not enough data
5.2
58
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management - Autonomous Endpoint Management
9.3
61
Not enough data
8.8
59
Not enough data
6.6
59
Not enough data
9.2
61
Not enough data
System Control
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Vulnerability Prevention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
324
Not enough data
7.6
312
Not enough data
8.3
318
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
327
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
310
Not enough data
5.3
303
Not enough data
8.8
318
Not enough data
9.1
326
Not enough data
Security
6.8
305
Not enough data
8.6
314
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Action1 and PDQ Connect are categorized as Patch Management, Remote Support, and Endpoint Management
Unique Categories
Action1 is categorized as Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM), Remote Desktop, and Autonomous Endpoint Management (AEM)
PDQ Connect has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Action1
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PDQ Connect
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
9.8%
Manufacturing
7.6%
Computer & Network Security
7.1%
Primary/Secondary Education
5.8%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.9%
Other
66.0%
Manufacturing
7.6%
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Primary/Secondary Education
6.4%
Education Management
5.7%
Higher Education
5.3%
Other
67.4%
Alternatives
Discussions
Asking for patch management
1 Comment
Official Response from Action1
Hey Van, thanks for reaching out. I'm here to assist you.
1. Absolutely, with Action1, you can customize patching policies according to your requirements,...Read more
What is Action1 RMM used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from Action1
Thanks for asking! Action1 offers comprehensive features empowering you to automate your patch management process. First, you can stay up-to-date with...Read more
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