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description: Compare Device42 vs runZero to learn about each of the product's price, benefits and disadvantages. Choose the best software for your business in Australia.
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# Compare Device42 vs runZero

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> Detailed comparison between Device42 and runZero. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Device42 | runZero |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 59 | 37 |
| **Starting Price** | USD 20.00 | USD 0.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Device42

Ideal for organizations that need a single source of truth from one data center to multiple datacenters, and those that have hybrid IT, including resources and applications in multiple clouds.

### runZero

runZero was built for organizations to see \&amp; secure their total attack surfaces — including unknown, rogue, \&amp; unmanaged devices.

## Key features

### Device42

- API
- Application Management
- Asset Tracking
- Capacity Management
- Color Codes/Icons
- Contract/License Management
- Dashboard
- Data Import/Export
- Device Auto Discovery
- Hierarchical Mapping
- License Management
- Monitoring
- Multi-User Collaboration
- On-Demand Mapping
- Real-Time Data
- Reporting/Analytics
- Self-Updating Maps
- Supplier Management
- Third-Party Integrations

### runZero

- API
- Color Codes/Icons
- Data Import/Export
- Device Auto Discovery
- Hierarchical Mapping
- On-Demand Mapping
- Reporting/Analytics
- Scheduling
- Self-Updating Maps
- Third-Party Integrations

## Links

- [View Device42 Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/144214/device42)
- [View runZero Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/201787/runzero)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/144214/201787/device42/vs/runzero)

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