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Automox vs Kaseya VSA comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 16, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.9
Automox enhances efficiency in patch management, saving time and resources, improving compliance, and offering better visibility and security.
Sentiment score
5.6
Kaseya VSA boosted efficiency, reduced support needs, and offered positive ROI, especially for remote operations post-COVID-19 pandemic.
It is a cloud-based solution, so you do not need on-premises infrastructure, which saves hardware.
Project Manager at Shell
It has also been a great tool because we are able to reduce both manual labor and operational expenses by automating patching of roughly 200 Windows servers.
Data at Infosys
Offered an additional remote solution, all while saving a lot of time and cost through troubleshooting.
Project Engineer at Unilever
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.2
Automox’s customer service is highly praised for responsiveness, expertise, and efficiency, surpassing larger companies in user satisfaction.
Sentiment score
5.6
Kaseya VSA support is knowledgeable but often slow, with delayed responses and room for improvement in issue resolution.
They are really good because they don't take five days to get back to me; they respond within 24 hours with really good information.
Network & Security Administrator at a legal firm with 51-200 employees
They're very knowledgeable and have given us many channels for support, including email, chat, and documentation.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
The customer support has been excellent as the support team is always responsive and proactive.
Quality Assurance Manager at Unilever
I would evaluate them as most likely all good because they help me a lot, and they most likely solve my issue.
Senior Technical Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
The customer service provides a fast response.
Directeur Technique Services Managés - RSI at Groupe Folder
I would rate their support five out of ten because most of the time they are not able to resolve the issues.
Senior Manager at dinCloud, Inc.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.3
Automox is highly scalable and cloud-based, effectively managing numerous devices, despite minor manageability and console load time issues.
Sentiment score
6.7
Kaseya VSA offers scalable cloud deployment but faces performance challenges at higher scales and some user contract concerns.
It's pretty easy to scale because it's SaaS, and adding more devices doesn't require any extra server or anything similar.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
Automox scalability is excellent because it caters to my organization needs and can handle our organizational needs, ensuring that all our devices are well patched.
Project Manager at Shell
Automox's scalability is excellent as it has continued to grow with my organization and caters to my organization's needs.
Project Engineer at Unilever
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.1
Automox is praised for its stability, reliable performance, prompt incident response, and efficient patching, with minimal downtime.
Sentiment score
6.9
Kaseya VSA is stable and improving, but some users report issues with connectivity, updates, and add-ons reliability.
It's not crashing or experiencing any downtime.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
I have not experienced any lagging or downtime
Quality Assurance Manager at Unilever
I can confirm that Automox is very stable.
Project Manager at Shell
 

Room For Improvement

Automox needs better sync, user access, automation, UI, bandwidth management, notifications, reports, and remote support for Linux/iOS.
Kaseya VSA requires UI and patch management improvements, better security, device support, and enhanced technical support and automation features.
Anything that can predict imminent failure of the device would be great.
Software Engineer at Unilever Inc.
An alert of a security threat could be another type of notification that tells me something is important.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
The integration is seamless.
Quality Assurance Manager at Unilever
I would like to see improved or enhanced scripting capabilities where I can create scripts based on automation by using AI.
Senior Technical Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Setup Cost

Automox offers cost-effective per-endpoint pricing, scalability, and comprehensive support with a valuable free trial for evaluation.
Kaseya VSA offers competitive pricing and regional discounts, though contracts can be limiting, with mixed cost perceptions among users.
Cost reduction has been noticeable, ranging from 50% to 40%, especially because we do not have to travel from one place to another to go on site and troubleshoot devices.
Senior Software Engineer at AT&T
Automox's price is very cost-effective and affordable.
Data at Infosys
the price has always been competitive and very cost-effective
Project Engineer at Unilever
It's always expensive for the customer.
Directeur Technique Services Managés - RSI at Groupe Folder
 

Valuable Features

Automox offers automated, cloud-native patching with cross-platform compatibility, customizable worklets, and an intuitive dashboard for simplified security management.
Kaseya VSA is valued for its security, remote management, automation, integration, cost-effectiveness, and comprehensive network administration features.
One of the best features I appreciate about Automox is automated patching.
Senior Data Reporting Analyst at University of Bradford
Automox allows me to patch all devices regardless of the operating system.
Quality Assurance Manager at Unilever
It has also improved our security posture since automated patching has allowed vulnerabilities to be patched automatically.
Data at Infosys
Regarding the patching and software management, for me, it's the best path.
Directeur Technique Services Managés - RSI at Groupe Folder
Kaseya VSA makes it easier for me to use, especially with the ability to control everything from the console.
Senior Technical Engineer at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

Automox
Ranking in Patch Management
14th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
20
Ranking in other categories
Vulnerability Management (36th), Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (36th), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (13th)
Kaseya VSA
Ranking in Patch Management
10th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
4.4
Number of Reviews
33
Ranking in other categories
Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Patch Management category, the mindshare of Automox is 2.2%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Kaseya VSA is 5.7%, up from 3.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Patch Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Kaseya VSA5.7%
Automox2.2%
Other92.1%
Patch Management
 

Featured Reviews

Raphael Tiji - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Software Engineer at AT&T
Unified patching and remote access have strengthened security and reduced support overhead
Automox has significant potential and we truly appreciate its features and capabilities. However, we have encountered several performance issues, particularly with the remote access tool. We believe that with some improvement, it could replace other tools that we currently use. Exclusion for updates should be improved in Automox. Integration with Tenable vulnerability management should be improved, as it should be included. I do not have any other improvements needed for Automox that I have not mentioned yet, perhaps only small or wish-list features.
FN
Senior Manager at dinCloud, Inc.
Lightweight tool aids in remote management but needs better support
Primarily, we are using it for remote monitoring and management as an MSP. We are basically a reseller; we are a service provider, so Kaseya VSA is one of our tools which we use for our managed services The best features of Kaseya VSA are that it's lightweight over the machine and does not create…
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Computer Software Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Performing Arts
12%
Educational Organization
7%
Real Estate/Law Firm
7%
Wholesaler/Distributor
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise10
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business26
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise4
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Automox?
Automox needs some improvement, particularly in that remote support for Linux is lacking. Additionally, remote support for iOS could be better. The integration is seamless.
What is your primary use case for Automox?
Our main use case for Automox is that we as a company need to be Cyber Security Plus compliant, and therefore we need to ensure that our devices are patched regularly. Having over 1,000 devices, ma...
What advice do you have for others considering Automox?
Automox is a modern, simple-to-use, and powerful tool that works well for all sizes of organizations that have a mix of remote, hybrid, and endpoints. Automated patching is a key strength of Automo...
What needs improvement with Kaseya VSA?
So far, everything is good, but regarding automation scripts, I would like to see improved or enhanced scripting capabilities where I can create scripts based on automation by using AI. So far, eve...
What is your primary use case for Kaseya VSA?
I am currently working with remote monitoring and management solutions, primarily for patch management. I could describe a few use cases for it, and I use it for that.
What advice do you have for others considering Kaseya VSA?
I will share my rich experience with Kaseya VSA with others, and I suggest using Kaseya VSA. I gave this review a rating of 9.
 

Comparisons

 

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Sample Customers

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