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# Compare ManageEngine Endpoint Central vs SmartDeploy

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> Detailed comparison between ManageEngine Endpoint Central and SmartDeploy. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | ManageEngine Endpoint Central | SmartDeploy |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1825 | 118 |
| **Starting Price** | US$104.00 | US$1,100.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### ManageEngine Endpoint Central

IT administrators and security teams in mid-sized to large enterprises managing distributed, multi-OS device environments across on-premises, cloud, or hybrid infrastructure.

### SmartDeploy

IT teams managing 50-10,000 Windows machines in on-prem, remote, or hybrid environments.

## Key features

### ManageEngine Endpoint Central

- API
- Alerts/Notifications
- Asset Tracking
- Compliance Management
- Configuration Management
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- IT Asset Management
- IT Asset Tracking
- IT Reporting
- Inventory Management
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Patch Management
- Real-Time Reporting
- Remote Access/Control
- Remote Monitoring & Management
- Remote Update/Installation
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics
- Threat Protection

### SmartDeploy

- API
- Alerts/Notifications
- Asset Tracking
- Compliance Management
- Configuration Management
- Customizable Reports
- Dashboard
- IT Asset Management
- IT Asset Tracking
- IT Reporting
- Inventory Management
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Patch Management
- Real-Time Reporting
- Remote Access/Control
- Remote Monitoring & Management
- Remote Update/Installation
- Reporting & Statistics
- Reporting/Analytics

## Links

- [View ManageEngine Endpoint Central Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/170018/manageengine-desktop-central)
- [View SmartDeploy Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/171214/smartdeploy)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.sg/compare/170018/171214/manageengine-desktop-central/vs/smartdeploy)

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