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We performed a comparison between ConnectWise RMM and Pandora FMS based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Network Monitoring Software solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

ConnectWise RMM

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

59th

Ranking in Server Monitoring

22nd

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

49th

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

36th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

8.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IT Alerting and Incident Management (16th), Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) (7th), Patch Management (24th), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (20th)

Pandora FMS

Ranking in Network Monitoring Software

68th

Ranking in Server Monitoring

26th

Ranking in IT Infrastructure Monitoring

58th

Ranking in Cloud Monitoring Software

41st

Average Rating

9.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Log Management (60th)

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Network Monitoring Software category, the mindshare of ConnectWise RMM is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Pandora FMS is 0.7%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Network Monitoring Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
ConnectWise RMM	0.5%
Pandora FMS	0.7%
Other	98.8%

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David Hetherington

Manager, Technical Team at Expert It Solutions Alberta

Automation tools improve management efficiency, though migration process is time-consuming and support could be more knowledgeable

The best features of ConnectWise RMM are the automation tools that they've included, which are quite good, enabling us to mass manage systems, schedule scripts, etc. We use some of the probe features in ConnectWise RMM that do network discovery and monitoring capabilities. ConnectWise RMM helps our team maintain network visibility and proactively address potential issues since the product works effectively at unknown device discovery, making it better than sending someone to the site for a manual discovery. ConnectWise RMM helps in automating security updates and maintaining endpoint security. We appreciate that their NOC team does evaluations on the security updates, allowing us to free up our time and making it a huge timesaver for us. The ability to do deployments through ConnectWise RMM's scripting features allows us to deploy new software or monitor the status of antivirus or system protection software, presenting another measurable benefit for us regarding ROI.

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MichaelMaack

Independent Consultant at Maack Consulting

The open architecture is easy to extend and enhance

Pandora could deliver better analytics out of the box. You can work around these limitations with the help of other tools like Grafana. The shortcomings are mostly on the graphical side. The built-in report generators are a bit limited in some areas. They could improve their management console's ability to monitor large environments could be improved. For example, SNMP management is only partially integrated into the management console.

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

Pros

"The best features of ConnectWise RMM are the automation tools that they've included, which are quite good, enabling us to mass manage systems, schedule scripts, etc."

"It enables us to respond to issues quickly and efficiently."

"The most valuable feature is the patching solution."

"The most valuable features are RMM and patch management. However, the main reason we have been using this solution is that they are the only provider of RMM that has an outsourced NOC and help desk. This has been very useful."

"The user interface is the first valuable feature. The integration is the second valuable feature. The integration that you are doing with the products needs to be very certain. There shouldn't be any glitches. There are different software out there that will give you an option called scripting and ask you to do a hundred different things to set up a script for a particular customer. With Continuum, everything is done a single way. You just select the clients, script, and machine, and then you just go and deploy. The best part of Continuum is that it is not just a software company. It is a pure services company. It is an RMM software; it isn't used as a PSA. The software is just a part of the service offering. This is the difference between all other service providers out there and Continuum. Continuum is basically providing services. Continuum doesn't sell the software."

"We've seen a lot of MSPs who have grown by using Continuum."

"At this point, this product does everything that I want."

"The technical support has been fantastic."

"Each of these points I think represents the keys as to why this software works in my jewelry stores, as it gives me greater control over all of the devices, the best performance, and I can interpret the data easily and much faster, with excellent results."

"Thanks to Pandora FMS, we've been able to adapt to every new monitoring challenge over the past seven years."

"The solution is so lightweight that with only 4GB of ram, it allows keeping track of up to two hundred agents from a single console."

"Pandora FMS provides us with a general report (graphical) about all of the connected devices, which helps with planning new stations and tracking them."

"The most valuable feature is that it is an all-in-one monitoring system."

"It is easy to create your own custom modules if you just know a little bit of scripting. If you have unique requirements, you can just make your own modules. You can even grab checks from other vendors. There are open-source checks for various things such as SMTP, etc. There is a long list of different ones from Nagios. You can just use them, and within seconds, you get yourself a check that is monitoring whatever you need. It is really flexible. I guess that's why they call it Pandora Flexible Monitoring System (FMS). It is reliable. It does the job, and it alerts. It is also surprisingly feature-rich. Our network guy just recently asked about a particular protocol to monitor the bandwidth on the network, which is not a common protocol. When I looked it up, and I found that they cover it. It is very mature for a not-so-known product."

"Stability is where they shine. It has been super stable. We have high-end monitoring for our data centers. We monitor all kinds of metrics in our two data centers. We monitor maybe over 2,500 checks, and the product that has been successful and always alerting us is Pandora."

"This product has allowed us to identify and correct certain issues that were affecting our solution."

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Cons

"I would like to see the incorporation of the dashboards for other products that they work with into the main dashboard."

"They can include support for vaulting, where you can actually document the entire infrastructure, including servers, desktops, networks, passwords, maps, diagrams, and customer information. Continuum has integrated everything, and you have to use a PSA. Continuum has a ticketing system and an RMM. They could integrate the functionality for IT documentation. An MSP would want everything into one tool."

"The solution could improve by offering better overall management and dashboards."

"The initial setup with ConnectWise RMM is painful, to be completely honest. The pain points during the initial setup with ConnectWise RMM include the migration from Automate to RMM being very time-consuming and the process not being as straightforward as indicated."

"If a computer hasn't been turned on for a long time and the client software is installed, it may not reconnect to the dashboard once it's powered up."

"It's a legacy tool with many outdated approaches. It is managed offshore which affects everyone because it seems the developers don't fully understand our needs."

"In its versions for Linux, in the beginning, it can be somewhat complicated to configure and implement."

"Pandora could deliver better analytics out of the box. You can work around these limitations with the help of other tools like Grafana. The shortcomings are mostly on the graphical side. The built-in report generators are a bit limited in some areas."

"They can also do more refinement in end-user usability because not everyone is strong technically, and people who aren't strong technically might be averse to the product, even though it has come a long way."

"I would like to have a dashboard with all assets displayed, with a quick hover-over status."

"The price for Pandora FMS is expensive."

"Improvements are needed for server and network discovery, including service-based discovery."

"A nice feature in the next release would be an automation module to run workflow actions."

"I think some improvements to the Android app would be good."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It has a pay-as-you-go model. They don't have any minimum, maximum, or such sorts of commitments with any of their partners or customers. I don't believe they have any restrictions about using a specific number of agents. You don't have to use 100 agents or 200 agents to work with this. They have a lock-in period of three months, during which you cannot switch a service plan, which is fine."

"Continuum Command price is more expensive than competitors, it is three times the price of the next lowest and costs approximately $25 an endpoint. However, when you take that into account you receive the help desk and outsource NOC included it has a lot more value because competitors do not provide the outsourced NOC and help desk."

"The licensing works such that the more you add, the more it costs, but for the most part, the price starts at about $5 USD per client."

"The open-source version offers 100% functionality and the hardware requirements for a solution like this one are very modest."

"My rule of thumb would be that if you need more than thirty agents, and you lack an automation tool such as Chef or Puppet, you will save a lot of time and money going to the Enterprise edition."

"In terms of money, the Enterprise version is the cheapest that I have found after a market study."

"Only one payment and it includes support, updates, new versions, and access to the complete library of plugins except for SAP and z/OS."

"Pandora FMS is easy to implement and the pricing of licenses is competitive."

"The Open Source Community Edition is great to just explore the software, or use it on medium-sized infrastructures."

"They are very competitive on the pricing side. That's one reason why my manager keeps using it."

"Growing the solution or migrating to the Enterprise version is easy, and various plans are available."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

14%

Comms Service Provider

Outsourcing Company

Performing Arts

Comms Service Provider

16%

Construction Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	3

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Continuum Command?

There are different subscriptions available for ConnectWise RMM that you can choose from. Essentially, our endpoint costs around two dollars and fifty cents per endpoint per month. If we opt for a ...

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What needs improvement with Continuum Command?

The pricing for ConnectWise RMM is reasonable, and I feel that we're getting good value for the dollars that we're spending even though I don't have anything to compare it against.

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What is your primary use case for Continuum Command?

As an MSP, we utilize ConnectWise RMM for the management of our client environment.

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Also Known As

Continuum Command, Continuum RMM

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Overview

ConnectWise RMM enhances efficiency for MSPs through patch management and security automation, effectively reducing manual tasks and improving operational capabilities.

ConnectWise RMM empowers Managed Service Providers by offering comprehensive monitoring, management, and automation tools. Its capabilities include effective patch management, remote access via ScreenConnect, and automation tools that support system administration and script scheduling. The platform ensures network discovery and monitoring, maintaining visibility and swiftly addressing potential issues. While users appreciate its seamless integration and sophisticated interface, they also identify limitations such as its predefined nature and connectivity issues when devices are offline. Clients desire enhanced automation and customizable dashboards, as well as integration with IT documentation tools to bolster its utility.

What are the key features of ConnectWise RMM?

Patch Management: Automates updates to reduce manual effort and enhance security.
Remote Access: Utilizes ScreenConnect for efficient remote operations.
Automation Tools: Supports system management and script scheduling for streamlined processes.
Network Discovery: Maintains visibility and resolves issues quickly.
Software Deployment: Simplifies software deployment and status monitoring.

What benefits should users expect in reviews?

Operational Efficiency: Reduces manual tasks with robust automation.
Enhanced Support: Features outsourced NOC and help desk for substantial support.
Improved ROI: Effective software deployment and monitoring increase returns.

ConnectWise RMM has become integral for Managed Service Providers, particularly in IT environments requiring constant monitoring, management, and automation. It supports agent-based monitoring and real-time alerts, aiding in quick issue resolution. The platform facilitates efficient handling of network activities like responding to critical issues, deploying anti-malware, and executing scheduled commands, significantly enhancing client support dynamics in sectors relying on IT infrastructure and services.

ConnectWise

Pandora FMS offers comprehensive monitoring for IT infrastructure and services, supporting hybrid environments and enhancing operational efficiency with customizable architecture and seamless tool integration.

Pandora FMS provides a user-friendly platform for monitoring servers, network devices, and applications across virtual and cloud environments. Its agent options, centralized management, and high availability configurations allow it to support extensive network infrastructures. Offering robust alarm systems and lightweight operation, it adapts to enterprise needs, whether large or small. Users benefit from flexible metrics and plugins, although improvements in automation, analytics, and expanded API integration are anticipated. Challenges include interface instability in older versions and the need for improved dashboard customization, real-time monitoring, and cloud integration.

What features does Pandora FMS offer?

All-in-One Monitoring: Supports a wide range of platforms and devices for comprehensive visibility.
Customizable Architecture: Integrates seamlessly with external tools for tailored solutions.
High Availability Configurations: Ensures continuous monitoring and operation.
Flexible Metrics and Plugins: Enables tailored monitoring setups for diverse needs.

What are the benefits and ROI?

Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Streamlines monitoring processes and improves time management.
Scalability: Adapts to growing infrastructures without sacrificing performance.
Seamless Integration: Works well with existing IT tools and environments.
Comprehensive Coverage: Provides extensive oversight across a variety of platforms and environments.

In specific industries, Pandora FMS is utilized for IT service supervision, infrastructure monitoring, and network device management. Organizations leverage it to maintain network quality, ensure compliance, predict issues, and manage inventory and security. It supports both remote desktops and clients' systems, making it valuable for generating SLA reports and monitoring hybrid server environments. Pandora FMS's adaptability allows it to serve diverse sectors by facilitating efficient supervision and control.

Sample Customers

Frontier Business Products, Itek Systems Management, ZLan, Karpel, MySherpa, Arvig, CCSI, Leap Managed IT, eProsper, Pensar, Gordon Flesch, LeadingEdge, NSI, Server Sentry, Computer Consultants, Keystone IT Consulting, Ekaru, Epic Technologies, Rouse Consulting, Empower Information Systems, Computer Solutions Group, The Critical Update, Voice Smart Networks, CMIT Solutions, Preferred Communication Systems, G2 Tech Group, Pulse Business Solutions, Greystone Technology Group, Clare Computer Solutions, Evolve IT Australia

Rakuten, Prosegur, Repsol, Teléfonica, Allianz, Ottawa Hospital, Hughes

ConnectWise RMM vs. Pandora FMS