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Automox vs Pulseway

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Cloud-native patch management.

Mobile-first RMM.

The verdict

Both Automox and Pulseway are credible device management tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose Automox if you want a longer free trial (15 days). Cloud-native patch management.

Choose Pulseway if you'd rather have a lower starting price (free), a free plan to start on and broader platform coverage. Mobile-first RMM.

Automox vs Pulseway: side by side

DimensionAutomoxPulseway
Starting priceCustomFreeWinner
Free planNoYesWinner
Free trial15 daysWinner14 days
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forIt Teams, Security TeamsIt Teams, Msps
PlatformsWebWeb, Ios, AndroidWinner
Rating4.5/54.6/5

Automox key facts

Vendor
Automox
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
Free trial (15 days)
Platforms
Web
Best for
It Teams, Security Teams
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Boulder, CO, USA

Pulseway key facts

Vendor
Pulseway
Pricing
Subscription — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Ios, Android
Best for
It Teams, Msps
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2011
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland

Frequently asked questions

Is Automox better than Pulseway?

Neither is universally better — Pulseway edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Automox or Pulseway cheaper?

Pulseway is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free. Automox starts at custom; Pulseway starts at free.

Can Automox replace Pulseway?

Yes for most teams — both are device management tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.