Compare Action1 and PDQ Connect 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (57.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (73.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 200 endpoints FREE forever
$12.00 1 Device Per Year
Action1
Star Rating
(903)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (57.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $0.00 200 endpoints FREE forever
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Action1PDQ Connect
Star Rating
(398)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (73.7% 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 rating compared to PDQ Connect. Users appreciate its comprehensive tools for managing updates across corporate networks, highlighting features like secure remote control and an effortless overview of endpoint statuses.
- Users say that Action1's free tier for up to 200 endpoints is a significant advantage, making it accessible for smaller teams. This feature, combined with its ability to run scripts and monitor patch statuses, has made it a favorite among users looking for cost-effective solutions.
- Reviewers mention that PDQ Connect is particularly effective at identifying vulnerabilities and deploying patches quickly. Users value its agent-based approach, which is beneficial for remote workforces, allowing for seamless management of devices taken off-site.
- According to verified reviews, Action1 shines in ease of setup and administration, with users noting a straightforward onboarding process. This contrasts with some feedback on PDQ Connect, where users have expressed a desire for even more streamlined setup options.
- Users highlight that while PDQ Connect offers a clean UI and efficient inventory management, Action1's robust features for vulnerability remediation and update management provide a more comprehensive solution for IT teams focused on security.
- G2 reviewers indicate that both products have strong support features, but Action1 edges out with slightly higher satisfaction scores. Users appreciate the quality of support from Action1, which they find responsive and helpful in addressing their needs.
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
762
8.9
286
Ease of Use
9.5
778
9.1
288
Ease of Setup
9.7
769
9.2
280
Ease of Admin
9.5
727
9.4
253
Quality of Support
9.3
555
9.2
257
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
664
9.4
248
Product Direction (% positive)
9.9
754
9.8
283
Features by Category
Inventory Management - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
9.0
353
Not enough data
8.6
115
Not enough data
8.2
97
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management
8.8
345
Not enough data
7.9
342
Not enough data
9.0
363
Not enough data
9.6
382
Not enough data
7.5
103
Not enough data
IT Operations & Workflow - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
7.9
97
Not enough data
Service Management
8.0
351
Not enough data
6.9
94
Not enough data
4.9
90
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)
7.2
106
Not enough data
6.9
98
Not enough data
7.1
98
Not enough data
5.8
95
Not enough data
5.6
95
Not enough data
5.8
96
Not enough data
6.0
98
Not enough data
Administration
8.4
342
9.4
99
Feature Not Available
8.7
51
Feature Not Available
8.2
34
9.0
354
9.4
116
7.5
319
8.3
33
8.1
334
9.0
47
Maintenance
9.0
350
9.4
86
Feature Not Available
7.0
28
Communication
Feature Not Available
7.4
37
Feature Not Available
5.4
25
Feature Not Available
5.2
24
Feature Not Available
7.2
29
Security
8.0
314
8.9
27
8.7
328
9.4
35
Device Support
6.1
312
7.7
32
7.0
317
7.9
46
Feature Not Available
7.9
34
Performance
8.6
344
8.4
73
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
3.5
80
Generative AI - Autonomous Endpoint Management
5.0
57
Not enough data
5.5
58
Not enough data
5.3
58
Not enough data
Monitoring and Management - Autonomous Endpoint Management
9.5
73
Not enough data
9.0
62
Not enough data
6.6
58
Not enough data
9.3
71
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
8.5
334
Not enough data
7.7
315
Not enough data
8.4
326
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
336
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
7.7
313
Not enough data
5.3
306
Not enough data
8.9
330
Not enough data
9.1
343
Not enough data
Security
6.8
305
Not enough data
8.6
326
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Action1 and PDQ Connect are categorized as Patch Management, Remote Support, Endpoint Management, and Autonomous Endpoint Management (AEM)
Unique Categories
Action1 is categorized as Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM) and Remote Desktop
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
10.1%
Manufacturing
7.3%
Computer & Network Security
7.2%
Primary/Secondary Education
5.8%
Education Management
3.7%
Other
65.8%
Manufacturing
7.7%
Information Technology and Services
7.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
7.7%
Education Management
5.6%
Higher Education
4.9%
Other
66.6%
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
What do you like most about Action1 for remote endpoint management, and what could be improved?
1 Comment
VS
what stands out most to me is how easy it is to manage remote endpoints without needing on‑prem infrastructure or a VPN, and how reliable the automated...Read more
PDQ Connect has no discussions with answers
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