IT & Infrastructure·Standings

Remote Monitoring and Maintenance Software

Remote monitoring and maintenance software lets IT teams monitor and manage devices remotely; compare supported endpoints and the signal score out of 10.

The board also marks whether a tool has a public API, open-source code or a free tier. Compare those marks with platform support, patch management, remote access, automation and mobile device management.

  • 17 platforms
  • 1 with a public API on this page
  • 6 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
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    ManageEngine RMM Centralmanageengine.com

    RMM software for MSPs with network and server monitoring, a free plan, and a 30-day trial.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
  2. 2
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    MSP360 RMMmsp360.com

    RMM software with real-time endpoint monitoring, alerts, a free plan, and paid plans from $1.75 per month.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $1.75/mo
  3. 3
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    NinjaOneninjaone.com

    Device management software with a 14-day trial; pricing is available on request.

    6.3 APIOpenFree From $1.50/mo
  4. 4
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    Naverisknaverisk.com

    IT services software with remote monitoring, device support, and plans from $110 per month.

    6.3 APIOpenFree —
  5. 5
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    Level.iolevel.io

    RMM software for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with a free plan and paid plans from $2 per month.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $2/mo
  6. 6
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    Tactical RMMtacticalrmm.com

    Remote monitoring software with a free plan, optional paid service, and desktop, shell, and file access.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $600/yr
  7. 7
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    Xcellerate RMMrmmlabs.io

    Xcellerate RMM is an open-core remote monitoring and management platform for managed service providers and internal IT teams.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from €1.25/mo
  8. 8
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    Syncro Remote Accesssyncrosecure.com

    Remote access software for controlling managed devices, with Splashtop included in a subscription.

    6.1 APIOpenFree From $129/mo
  9. 9
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    Pulsewaypulseway.com

    Remote IT software that monitors and controls computers, servers, and network equipment.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
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    SuperOpssuperops.com

    IT management software combining RMM and service desk tools, from $79 per month billed annually.

    5.8 APIOpenFree From $1.50/mo
  11. 11
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    Lunixar RMMlunixar.com

    Lunixar RMM brings endpoint monitoring, patching, inventory, remote support, and automation into one platform for IT operations.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $0.75/mo
  12. 12
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    ITarian RMMitarian.com

    RMM software with a free plan, cross-platform endpoint support, patching, remote access, and automation.

    5.2 APIOpenFree Free tier
  13. 13
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    DeskGate RMMdeskgate.com
    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
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    SupportRMMsupportrmm.com
    4.2 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
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    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
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    ConnectWise Automateconnectwise.com

    Remote support software for Windows that handles updates and lets teams oversee separate customer accounts.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  17. 17
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    ConnectWise RMMconnectwise.com
    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which devices and endpoints does it support?

Check supported endpoints and platforms against the devices your team needs to manage. Web, Windows, Linux, macOS, Android and iOS support vary by tool.

The compared fields include supported endpoints and mobile device management, so check both if you need to manage phones or tablets as well as computers.

Does it include remote access?

Check the remote access field if staff need to connect to devices from elsewhere. Confirm that the access options fit your support work.

Can it manage patches and automate tasks?

Compare patch management and scripting and automation. These fields help show whether a tool fits your device maintenance and routine task needs.

What does it cost, and can I try it first?

Compare whether there is a free plan, the starting paid price, and any free trial. A free plan and a free trial are different: check the listing's pricing note for the available option.

Some listed prices are available on request, while others give a monthly starting price. Confirm the terms with the maker before choosing.

Which deployment options does it offer?

Check deployment options against how your team plans to set up and manage the software. Compare this alongside platform support and the endpoints you need.

Questions

What is remote monitoring and maintenance software used for?

It is used to monitor and manage devices remotely, including maintenance tasks such as patch management.

How do I compare remote monitoring and maintenance tools?

Compare supported endpoints, platform support, patch management, remote access, scripting and automation, mobile device management and deployment options.

Which platforms should I check for remote monitoring software?

Check support for the platforms your team uses, including web, Windows, Linux, macOS, Android and iOS.

Does remote monitoring software have a free plan or trial?

The board marks free plans and includes pricing notes that may show free trials. Check the individual listing for its terms.

What does the signal score mean on this board?

It is a score out of 10 based on published information about use, a public API, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier to try.

Some top positions on this board can be paid placements, standing where they were sold. The facts on each platform are not for sale. How we rank · Disclosure