Head-to-head · Remote Monitoring and Management Software
Barracuda RMM vs ConnectWise RMM
Barracuda RMM leads on 0 checks, ConnectWise RMM on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBarracuda RMM · 8.8/10
- Most featuresConnectWise RMM · 4 of 4
Barracuda RMM scores higher on our rubric for remote monitoring and management software: 8.8 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.
On deployment model, Barracuda RMM gives you Hybrid where ConnectWise RMM offers Cloud.
Barracuda RMM is the better fit for security-oriented managed network operations. ConnectWise RMM is the better fit for cloud RMM with strong automation.
- Barracuda RMM fits best
Security-oriented managed network operations
- ConnectWise RMM fits best
Cloud RMM with strong automation
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Side by side
| Feature | Barracuda RMM 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | ConnectWise RMM 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #5 in Remote Monitoring and Management Software | #6 in Remote Monitoring and Management Software |
| Best for | Security-oriented managed network operations | Cloud RMM with strong automation |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Pricing on request | — |
| Free plan | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 14 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Barracuda RMM 2/4 · ConnectWise RMM 4/4 | ||
| Patch management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Unattended remote access | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Script automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-tenant management | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Managed endpoints | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Deployment model | Hybrid | Cloud |
| Supported operating systems | Windows, Windows Server, macOS, Unix/Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Our verdict | Barracuda RMM is a remote monitoring and management platform designed for managed service providers overseeing customer networks and service groups. It centralizes network monitoring, security assessment, remote IT support, remote control,… Read the review → |
ConnectWise RMM is a cloud-based remote monitoring and management platform for managed service providers and IT teams. It brings endpoint and network monitoring, operating-system and third-party patching, unattended ScreenConnect remote… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Barracuda RMM — where it wins
- Combines monitoring, security assessment, support, patching, and automation
- Supports hosted cloud deployments and on-premises components
- Connects with PSA, backup, security, and infrastructure tools
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting sales
- Includes no published endpoint-based plan structure
- Its broad MSP focus may exceed simpler monitoring needs
ConnectWise RMM — where it wins
- Monitors Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoints and networks
- Automates OS and third-party patching with remediation workflows
- Combines ScreenConnect access, scripting, APIs, and multi-tenancy
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a customized quote from ConnectWise
- Advanced capabilities are divided across Essentials, Pro, and Premium
- Some network, cloud, and backup features are limited to higher plans
- Barracuda RMM8.8/10 · Pricing on request
A hybrid RMM platform for MSPs that combines network oversight, automation, support, and security options.
Visit BarracudaFull verdict → - ConnectWise RMM8.7/10 · Pricing on request
A cloud RMM suite for MSPs needing monitoring, patching, access, and automation.
Visit ConnectWiseFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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