Patch Manager Plus may suit IT teams managing patches across Windows, Mac, and Linux endpoints, including third-party applications.
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Best Patch Management Software 2026
Patch management software helps teams plan and apply device updates. This list helps buyers compare tools by access model, pricing, platform support and deployment controls.
The page does not publish a ranking basis. Compare the listed fields: free plan, paid-from price, supported platforms, third-party patching, reboot controls, scheduled deployment, device limit and offline-device support.
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OPSI
OPSI may suit IT teams managing software, operating systems, and inventory across Windows and Linux environments.
WebWindowsMac+3 Record6.3 Visit
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Oracle Cloud Compute
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Record6.1 Visit
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PatchMon
PatchMon monitors patches on Linux, FreeBSD and Windows, with deployment for Linux and FreeBSD.
WebWindowsLinux+2 Record6.1 Visit
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Kudu
Kudu offers Windows, Linux and macOS tools for junk cleanup, startup control and driver updates.
WebWindowsMac+2 Record5.7 Visit
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Patch My PC
WebWindowsMac+1 Free plan Record5.6 Visit Patch My PC suits organizations managing third-party applications across Windows and macOS devices, particularly those using ConfigMgr, Intune, or WSUS.
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Canonical Landscape
WebLinuxAPI+1 $6,861 a year Record5.5 Visit Landscape is aimed at system administrators, security teams, IT managers, and compliance officers managing Ubuntu deployments.
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JumpCloud Patch Management
iPhone & iPadWebWindows+2 — Record5.4 Visit It suits administrators who need to schedule and oversee updates across Windows, macOS, iOS, or Ubuntu devices.
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Google Cloud VM Manager
WebWindowsLinux+1 Free plan Record5.3 Visit VM Manager suits teams maintaining Windows or Linux VM fleets on Compute Engine that need patching, inventory, or software configuration policies.
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JetPatch
WebWindowsLinux+2 $2.86 a year Record5.0 Visit JetPatch automates vulnerability fixes, patch management, software distribution, and server lifecycle tasks for enterprises.
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KACE Systems Management Appliance
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 — Record5.0 Visit KACE Systems Management Appliance provides patch management for Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows devices.
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PatchPilot
iPhone & iPadWebWindows+4 — Record5.0 Visit PatchPilot suits homelab operators managing patches across Linux, macOS, and Windows hosts.
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Syxsense Patch Management
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 — Record5.0 Visit Syxsense Patch Management finds, prioritizes and deploys OS and app updates from a cloud console.
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Uyuni
WebLinuxAPI+1 Free plan Record5.0 Visit Uyuni is an open-source system for managing machines, repositories, software channels, patches and configuration with Salt.
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HCL BigFix Patch
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 — Record4.8 Visit HCL BigFix discovers, patches and configures endpoints from one console in varied environments.
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Katello
WebLinuxAPI+1 Free plan Record4.5 Visit Katello manages repositories, content views, packages and errata updates for hosts and host groups.
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Avast Essential Business Security
WebWindowsMac — Record4.3 Visit It suits small businesses with 11–100 devices, especially those without a dedicated IT team.
Before you choose
Check free access
Pricing models on the list include free, freemium and paid options. ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus and OPSI list free plans; PatchPilot lists an open-source model.
A free trial can provide a time-limited way to review a paid tool. Trial periods listed include 14, 30, 42 and 60 days.
Match your platforms
Compare support for web, Linux, Windows, API, macOS and self-hosted deployments. PatchPilot lists API, iOS, Linux, self-hosted and web support.
OpenText ZENworks Patch Management lists Android, iOS, Linux, macOS and Windows support.
Review deployment controls
The comparison covers third-party patching, reboot controls and scheduled deployment. Check these fields against your update process and maintenance windows.
Device limits and offline-device support also appear in the comparison, so review them before choosing a plan.
Compare paid terms
Listed paid prices vary by product and billing unit. Examples include $245 for ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus, $3.99 per month for SureMDM and $9 per user per month on an annual plan for JumpCloud Patch Management.
Some products show pricing on request. Trial terms also vary, so confirm the listed period and price before signing up.
Questions
What does patch management software cover?
The list compares tools that manage software patching, with fields for deployment scheduling, reboot controls, third-party patching, device limits and offline-device support.
Which tools list a free plan?
ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus, OPSI and Patch My PC list free plans. PatchPilot lists an open-source model.
Which tools offer free trials?
Free-trial periods on the list include 14, 30, 42 and 60 days. Check the product entry for its stated term.
What platforms are compared?
The platform fields cover web, Linux, Windows, API, macOS and self-hosted deployments. Product entries can also list Android or iOS support.
How are prices shown?
Entries can show a paid-from price, pricing on request or a free plan. Prices may use monthly, annual or per-user terms.
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