ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus
Endpoint management software
Patch management software
Endpoint protection software
Vulnerability management software
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What is ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus
ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus is a patch management and endpoint update automation product for Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoints, with support for common third-party application patches. IT operations and security teams use it to inventory missing patches, schedule deployments, and generate compliance and remediation reports across distributed devices. It is available as on-premises software and as a cloud service, and it integrates with other ManageEngine IT management tools.
Broad OS and app patching
The product supports patching for major desktop/server operating systems and a large catalog of third-party applications. It provides automated detection of missing patches and policy-based deployment to reduce manual effort. This breadth aligns well with mixed endpoint environments where patch coverage is a primary requirement.
Flexible deployment options
Patch Manager Plus is offered in both cloud and on-premises editions, which helps organizations match internal hosting, data residency, and network constraints. It supports distributed offices through remote deployment mechanisms and endpoint agents. This flexibility is useful for teams that cannot standardize on a single management architecture.
Operational controls and reporting
The product includes scheduling, approval workflows, maintenance windows, and reboot controls to manage patch rollout risk. It provides dashboards and reports for patch compliance, missing patches, and deployment status that can support audit and internal reporting needs. These controls are important for organizations that need repeatable patch processes rather than ad-hoc updates.
Not a full EDR platform
While it contributes to endpoint security by reducing exposure from unpatched software, it does not replace dedicated endpoint detection and response capabilities. Organizations seeking behavioral detection, threat hunting, and advanced incident response typically need additional tools. Positioning it as endpoint protection can create expectation gaps if buyers want EDR-level features.
Vulnerability context is limited
The product focuses on patch availability and deployment status rather than comprehensive vulnerability management across configurations, exposures, and risk scoring. It may not provide the same depth of asset risk prioritization, exploit intelligence, or remediation tracking found in dedicated vulnerability management platforms. Teams may need separate vulnerability scanning and prioritization workflows.
Complexity at larger scale
As endpoint counts and patch policies grow, administrators can face increased operational overhead in testing, approvals, and exception handling. Patch failures, device connectivity issues, and third-party application edge cases can require troubleshooting and tuning. Larger environments may need more process maturity and integration work to keep patch operations consistent.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price (examples) | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free Edition | $0 (Free forever) — Fully functional for small businesses (up to 20–25 desktops/5 servers depending on locale). | Free, fully functional edition for small businesses; limited to small device counts (ManageEngine license text and edition comparison). |
| Professional (On‑Premises / Cloud) | On‑Prem Annual (50 computers, 1 technician): $245; On‑Prem Perpetual (50 comps): $735; Cloud Monthly (50 comps): $34.50/month; Cloud Annual (50 comps): $345. Pricing scales by device slabs (100, 250, 500, 1,000, etc.). See full slab table on vendor site. | Multi-OS (Windows/macOS/Linux), 3rd-party app patching, service-pack deployment, patch reports, self-service portal. Pricing is slab-based by number of computers and includes options for additional technician licenses and server counts. Cloud is subscription-only. |
| Enterprise (On‑Premises / Cloud) | On‑Prem Annual (50 computers, 1 technician): $345; On‑Prem Perpetual (50 comps): $1,185; Cloud Monthly (50 comps): $44.50/month; Cloud Annual (50 comps): $445. Pricing scales by device slabs (100, 250, 500, 1,000, etc.). | Everything in Professional plus driver/BIOS updates, antivirus definition updates, automated patch testing & approval, distribution server for bandwidth optimization, Wake-on-LAN, scheduled remote shutdown. |
Additional pricing details (official):
- Server licensing slabs are listed separately (examples: 10 servers annual $95 (Professional) / $145 (Enterprise) for 10 servers). See vendor slab tables for server pricing and higher device counts.
- Additional technician licenses have explicit prices per quantity (examples: 1 tech annual $195; 2 techs $345; 5 techs $695). Vendor lists both annual and perpetual options.
- Add-ons (official): Failover Server starts at $1,195; Secure Gateway Server $300; Multilanguage Support $185.
- Cloud service is available only on subscription (not perpetual).
Seller details
Zoho Corporation
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
1996
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https://www.zoho.com/
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