config.XO
config.XO: A visual DSC platform for teams managing Windows-heavy hybrid infrastructure. Ranked #24 of 26 in Configuration Management Tools by our editors (6.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for windows-focused teams wanting visual DSC control.
At a glance
- Editor score6.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forWindows-focused teams wanting visual DSC control
- Free planYes
- Paid from€4,999/yr
- Deployment modelCloud
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Continuously detects and corrects configuration drift
- Adds visual DSC authoring, versioned deployments, and policy controls
- Integrates with major cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure platforms
Where it doesn't
- Standard starts at €449 per month
- Platform coverage is centered on Windows, despite Linux support
- Free plan is limited to 1 workspace, 1 admin, and 3 systems
Our verdict on config.XO
config.XO is XOAP’s configuration-management module for defining, deploying, and continuously enforcing desired system states. It extends Microsoft PowerShell Desired State Configuration with a web-based console, configuration versioning, policy and Local Configuration Manager management, drift monitoring, and automatic correction. The service is aimed at IT teams managing servers, desktops, and hybrid infrastructure across on-premises environments and public clouds. It supports Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows 11, Windows 10, and Linux through an agent-based deployment model.
Its freemium pricing gives teams a way to evaluate the full XOAP platform at no cost. The Free plan includes 1 workspace, 1 admin user, 3 managed systems, and 1 API key. The Standard plan costs €449 per month and adds 10 admin users, 10 managed systems, an audit log, and extended analytics while retaining the full XOAP platform. The Custom plan offers tailored pricing with enterprise support, technical engineering, and an MSP program. This structure suits small evaluations and defined deployments, while larger teams should assess the Standard or Custom tiers against their system count and support needs.
The strongest fit is for organizations already aligned with PowerShell DSC that want more visual control, compliance monitoring, and lifecycle management around desired-state configuration. Integrations span Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, VMware, Terraform, Packer, GitHub, and GraphQL, alongside custom DSC module uploads, Group Policy import, and API extensions. That breadth supports hybrid infrastructure workflows, but teams seeking broad multi-platform configuration management beyond its Windows-centered DSC approach may prefer an alternative. Choose config.XO for continuous drift correction and visual DSC governance; consider another tool if platform neutrality is the primary requirement.
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config.XO pricing
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config.XO fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €4,999/yr |
| Deployment model | Cloud |
| Agent model | Agent_based |
| Drift detection | Yes |
| Patch management | Yes |
| Policy as code | Yes |
| Compliance reporting | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows 11, Windows 10, Linux |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, Linux |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, 2FA |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, VMware, Nutanix, PowerShell … |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | xoap.io |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
config.XO integrations
config.XO lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- Microsoft Azure
- Amazon Web Services
- Google Cloud
- VMware
- Nutanix
- PowerShell
- Terraform
- Microsoft Intune
Alternatives to config.XO
- PuppetA mature hybrid automation platform with strong drift, patching, and compliance controls.9.3
- AWS Systems Manager State ManagerA free AWS service for scheduled configuration, drift management, patching, and compliance reporting.9.1
- Google Cloud VM ManagerA focused Google Cloud tool for patching, policy enforcement, and VM compliance.9.0
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