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10 Best RMM Software of 2026

By the TopToolAdvisor research desk · Updated November 9, 2026 · Next review December 24, 2026 · 10 products scored

Our pickNinjaOneMSPs and internal IT teams that want a fast, easy console with broad patching and per-device pricing that drops as the fleet grows.9.0

Our pick in brief

NinjaOne is the strongest all-round RMM, with fast setup, wide patching and a published per-device range. Atera is the easiest way to get RMM and a help desk on one per-technician price, and Syncro is the best value for MSPs that also want PSA and client billing. Datto RMM and N-able N-sight suit MSPs inside those vendors' security and PSA ecosystems, and ManageEngine Endpoint Central is the internal IT pick with open pricing and on-premises hosting. SuperOps bills per endpoint with unlimited technicians, Level and Action1 are the low-cost choices for small fleets, and ConnectWise Automate gives scripting-heavy MSPs the most control.

Quick answer

NinjaOne is the best RMM software for MSPs and internal IT teams monitoring and patching many endpoints in 2026, from $1.50 to $3.75 per device per month. Atera suits IT departments and small MSPs that want RMM and ticketing for $149 per technician per month billed annually, and Syncro adds PSA and client billing from $129. Action1 is free for the first 200 endpoints and Level is free for 10 devices, then $2 per device.

This list is for managed service providers and internal IT teams that need to monitor, patch and remotely support many endpoints from one console. We compared documented features and published prices for 10 remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools and scored each on features, ease of use and value. Prices are in US dollars as shown on each vendor's page on the date we checked. Pricing models differ: NinjaOne, ManageEngine, Level and SuperOps charge per device or endpoint, while Atera and Syncro charge per technician with unlimited endpoints. Datto, N-able, SuperOps and ConnectWise sell on quote, so those entries show a pending price.

By the numbers

Shortlist scores

  1. 1NinjaOneMSPs and internal IT teams that want a fast, easy console with broad patching and per-device pricing that drops as the fleet grows.9.0
  2. 2AteraIT departments and small MSPs that want RMM, patching and ticketing together at a flat per-technician price.8.7
  3. 3SyncroSmall and mid-size MSPs that want RMM, ticketing and invoicing in one tool at a published price.8.6
  4. 4Datto RMMMSPs that run Autotask PSA or Datto backup and want a security-focused cloud RMM with 24/7 support.8.4
  5. 5ManageEngine Endpoint CentralInternal IT departments that want a published per-endpoint price, on-premises or cloud deployment and patching across many operating systems.8.4
  6. 6N-able N-sightMSPs that want quick time to value and a path into N-able's security and backup stack.8.3
  7. 7SuperOpsMSPs and IT teams that want RMM, ticketing and project management in one modern interface with no per-technician fees.8.3
  8. 8Action1Internal IT teams whose main RMM job is patching Windows, macOS, Linux and third-party apps, especially small fleets.8.2
  9. 9LevelSmall MSPs and IT teams that want simple per-device billing, month to month, with scripting and patching built in.8.2
  10. 10ConnectWise AutomateEstablished MSPs with in-house scripting skills that want granular control and on-premises hosting.7.8

How the scores work

Each product is rated out of 10 on the same three criteria, then ranked by the weighted total. Scores compare documented features and published prices, not hands-on testing.

  • 35%Features
  • 35%Ease of use
  • 30%Value

Read the scoring method

  1. No. 1, our pick

    NinjaOne

    A cloud RMM and endpoint management platform that monitors, patches and remotely supports Windows, macOS and Linux devices from one console.

    9.0of 10

    Best for MSPs and internal IT teams that want a fast, easy console with broad patching and per-device pricing that drops as the fleet grows.

    Features
    9.4
    Ease of use
    9.2
    Value
    8.2

    Price

    From $1.50 per device per month at 10,000 endpoints, $3.75 at 50 or fewer

    Quoted from the NinjaOne pricing page on November 9, 2026: NinjaOne starts as low as $1.50 USD per month at 10,000 endpoints, increasing to $3.75 USD at 50 or fewer endpoints

    NinjaOne ranks first because it pairs deep monitoring and patching with a console that the vendor says most MSPs learn in under a week. The RMM covers real-time alerting, automated OS patching on Windows, macOS and Linux, auto-updates for more than 200 third-party apps, background device actions and four remote access options. Auto-remediation runs scripts when conditions such as a stopped service or a missed reboot appear, and Katana AI summarizes device health across clients and suggests scripts. A self-service portal and technician-to-user chat help end users, and the mobile app lets technicians work from a phone. NinjaOne also publishes a price range, from $1.50 per device per month at 10,000 endpoints up to $3.75 at 50 or fewer, with no fees for onboarding, training or support. The tradeoff is that the final figure still comes from a quote, and small fleets sit at the expensive end of that range.

    Strengths

    • +Published per-device price range, which is rare among the large RMM vendors
    • +Free onboarding, training and unlimited support with no implementation fees
    • +14-day free trial and no hard cap on licenses

    Drawbacks

    • −The exact price still needs a quote and varies by region and products bought
    • −Small fleets pay the top of the range, $3.75 per device at 50 or fewer
    • −Ticketing and backup are separate products in the wider platform
    Pricing model
    Per device, tiered by volume
    Published range
    $1.50 to $3.75 per device per month
    Free trial
    14 days
    Third-party patching
    Over 200 applications

    Visit ninjaone.com|See the NinjaOne profile

  2. No. 2

    Atera

    An AI-assisted RMM and IT help desk sold per technician, with unlimited endpoints on every plan.

    8.7of 10

    Best for IT departments and small MSPs that want RMM, patching and ticketing together at a flat per-technician price.

    Features
    8.6
    Ease of use
    9.0
    Value
    8.4

    Price

    From $149 per technician per month billed annually, or $169 monthly

    Quoted from the Atera pricing page on November 9, 2026: $149/mo per technician, billed annually

    Atera suits teams that want RMM and a help desk in one subscription and prefer to pay for technicians, not devices. The Professional plan, at $149 per technician per month billed annually or $169 monthly, includes remote monitoring and alerts, remote management, patch management, software management, Azure AD integration, a service portal, mobile apps and Splashtop remote access for up to two concurrent sessions. Every plan carries the AI copilot, ticketing, Windows, Mac and Linux support, IT automations and 24/7 chat support. Expert, at $189, removes the Splashtop session cap, adds AnyDesk, preset reports and ticket auto-tagging. Master, at $219, adds custom analytics reports, longer audit logs and data recovery. The catch is that some MSP essentials cost extra: Network Discovery is a $29 per technician add-on, and SSO and a HIPAA business associate agreement wait for the Enterprise tier. For a small team with many endpoints per technician, the math is still attractive.

    Strengths

    • +Per-technician pricing with unlimited endpoints
    • +Ticketing and a service portal are included, not sold separately
    • +30-day free trial with no credit card

    Drawbacks

    • −Network Discovery is a $29 per technician add-on
    • −Unlimited Splashtop sessions and AnyDesk need the $189 Expert plan
    • −SSO and a HIPAA BAA are only on the quote-based Enterprise plan
    Plans
    Professional, Expert, Master, Enterprise
    Endpoints
    Unlimited, priced per technician
    Free trial
    30 days, no credit card
    Network Discovery add-on
    $29 per technician per month

    Visit atera.com|See the Atera profile

  3. No. 3

    Syncro

    A combined RMM and PSA for MSPs, priced per technician with unlimited endpoints and built-in client billing.

    8.6of 10

    Best for Small and mid-size MSPs that want RMM, ticketing and invoicing in one tool at a published price.

    Features
    8.5
    Ease of use
    8.6
    Value
    8.8

    Price

    From $129 per technician per month billed annually, or $159 monthly

    Quoted from the Syncro pricing page on November 9, 2026: Core Plan Annual $129 per user, paid monthly

    Syncro earns third place on value: one per-technician price covers both RMM and PSA, which most rivals sell separately. The Core plan costs $129 per technician per month billed annually, or $159 monthly, and includes unlimited managed endpoints across Windows, Mac, servers and network devices, automated Windows patching, custom alert profiles, policy inheritance and a scripting engine with a pre-built library. On the business side you get ticketing, estimates, invoicing, payments, recurring billing, a branded client portal, inventory and live chat, so a small MSP can bill clients without another tool. An MCP server lets AI assistants read device health and patch status. The Team plan, at $179 annually, adds Microsoft 365 security and multi-tenant management plus AI ticket triage. Weak spots are Windows-only patching on the published feature list and 24/5 support, which matters for shops that run overnight maintenance.

    Strengths

    • +RMM and PSA in every plan, so no separate billing tool
    • +Unlimited endpoints per technician
    • +14-day free trial with no credit card

    Drawbacks

    • −Patch management is described for Windows only on the pricing page
    • −Microsoft 365 security and AI ticket triage need the $179 Team plan
    • −Live support runs 24/5, not 24/7
    Plans
    Core and Team
    Endpoints
    Unlimited per technician
    Support
    24/5 live support
    Free trial
    14 days, no credit card

    Visit syncromsp.com|See the Syncro profile

  4. No. 4

    Datto RMM

    A cloud RMM from Kaseya's Datto brand with native Microsoft 365 user management and tight Autotask PSA integration.

    8.4of 10

    Best for MSPs that run Autotask PSA or Datto backup and want a security-focused cloud RMM with 24/7 support.

    Features
    9.0
    Ease of use
    8.4
    Value
    7.6

    Price

    See vendor pricing (USD check pending)

    We could not confirm a US price yet. Check the Datto RMM pricing page.

    Datto RMM is a cloud platform built for MSPs, and its standout is a native Microsoft 365 module that lets technicians onboard, offboard and quarantine users, reset passwords and see all client tenants from the RMM console. Endpoint coverage includes automated patch management, remote control, ransomware detection and network topology maps that show each client network visually. Automation runs on policies, custom scripts and webhooks, with intelligent alerts, auto-response and auto-resolution on dashboards. Datto says the platform runs at 99.99% availability with no hardware to maintain, ships monthly releases and offers 24/7/365 access to experts, plus an in-product adoption tool and certification program for onboarding. Integration with Autotask PSA pushes asset data and actions into tickets, which helps front-line technicians. The drawback is price transparency: Datto publishes no RMM pricing, and the strongest case for it appears when you already use Autotask or other Datto products.

    Strengths

    • +Datto states 99.99% platform availability with no hardware to maintain
    • +24/7/365 access to support experts
    • +Deep data flow into Autotask PSA for ticket triage

    Drawbacks

    • −No published price; sold through a demo and quote
    • −Best value comes when paired with other Datto and Kaseya products
    • −Pricing page is general, so compare quotes line by line
    Deployment
    Cloud
    Availability
    99.99% stated by vendor
    Support
    24/7/365
    Pricing
    Quote based

    Visit datto.com|See the Datto RMM profile

  5. No. 5

    ManageEngine Endpoint Central

    A unified endpoint management and security suite with patching, software deployment, remote troubleshooting and MDM, in cloud or on-premises.

    8.4of 10

    Best for Internal IT departments that want a published per-endpoint price, on-premises or cloud deployment and patching across many operating systems.

    Features
    8.9
    Ease of use
    7.6
    Value
    8.6

    Price

    Free for up to 25 endpoints; Professional from $1.32 per endpoint per month ($795 per year for 50)

    Quoted from the ManageEngine Endpoint Central pricing page on November 9, 2026: Professional Starts at $1.32 per endpoint / month

    Endpoint Central is the pick for internal IT teams that want to see prices up front and keep the option of hosting the server themselves. The Professional edition starts at $1.32 per endpoint per month, shown as $795 per year for 50 endpoints, and covers automated patching with third-party app support, software deployment and packaging, real-time asset discovery, remote troubleshooting and role-based admin control. Enterprise adds a self-service portal, USB device management, application blocking, remote control with screen recording and driver and BIOS patching. UEM and Security editions add remote wipe, OS imaging, vulnerability remediation, DLP and allowlisting. A free edition manages up to 25 endpoints, and a 30-day trial opens every feature. The downsides: paid plans start at 50 endpoints, features are spread across four editions and add-ons, and the suite is broader than many teams need, so setup takes more effort than with NinjaOne or Atera.

    Strengths

    • +Transparent per-endpoint pricing with an instant quote builder
    • +Free edition for up to 25 endpoints
    • +Cloud or on-premises deployment

    Drawbacks

    • −Paid tiers start at 50 endpoints
    • −Many capabilities are split across four editions and add-ons
    • −A broad suite takes longer to learn than MSP-first tools
    Editions
    Professional, Enterprise, UEM, Security
    Free edition
    Up to 25 endpoints
    Minimum paid tier
    50 endpoints
    Free trial
    30 days, full feature set

    Visit manageengine.com|See the ManageEngine Endpoint Central profile

  6. No. 6

    N-able N-sight

    An all-in-one RMM and unified endpoint management platform from N-able, with an AI assistant and options to add EDR, MDR and backup.

    8.3of 10

    Best for MSPs that want quick time to value and a path into N-able's security and backup stack.

    Features
    8.7
    Ease of use
    8.4
    Value
    7.8

    Price

    See vendor pricing (USD check pending)

    We could not confirm a US price yet. Check the N-able N-sight pricing page.

    N-sight is N-able's quick-start RMM, now positioned as unified endpoint management. A single screen shows status and alerts for every endpoint and lets technicians act or remote into a device. Core management covers monitoring, alerting and patch management for Windows, macOS, iOS, Linux and more, with automatic network device discovery and vulnerability management. The N-zo AI assistant speeds diagnostics, and an MCP server lets you connect your own AI tools to live data. N-able adds AI service visibility that flags shadow AI tools running on endpoints. As clients grow, you can add N-able EDR, XDR, MDR and Cove backup from the same vendor. Support runs 24/7 with training through Head Nerds, boot camps and webinars. The limits: N-able publishes no N-sight pricing, the security services are paid extras, and N-able points complex networks at scale toward its N-central product, so very large MSPs may outgrow it.

    Strengths

    • +Covers iOS alongside desktop operating systems
    • +Clear upgrade path to EDR, XDR, MDR and Cove backup
    • +24/7 help from support staff plus training programs

    Drawbacks

    • −No published price
    • −Larger networks are steered to the separate N-central product
    • −Advanced security services cost extra
    Deployment
    Cloud
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, iOS, Linux
    Support
    24/7
    Free trial
    Yes, length not published

    Visit n-able.com|See the N-able N-sight profile

  7. No. 7

    SuperOps

    A unified RMM, PSA and service desk platform priced per endpoint with unlimited technicians.

    8.3of 10

    Best for MSPs and IT teams that want RMM, ticketing and project management in one modern interface with no per-technician fees.

    Features
    8.6
    Ease of use
    8.5
    Value
    7.7

    Price

    See vendor pricing (USD check pending)

    We could not confirm a US price yet. Check the SuperOps pricing page.

    SuperOps combines RMM and PSA in one product and charges per endpoint, so you can add technicians without buying seats. The Prime plan covers endpoint management for Windows, macOS and Linux, remote troubleshooting and alerting, advanced network monitoring with discovery, topology maps and endpoints that act as probes, and automated patching with policies, scan schedules, install windows and deferrals. Ticketing, SLA management, a service portal, project management, a knowledge base and IT documentation come with it, and runbooks, event triggers and scripting handle automation. Prime Plus adds Apple and Android device management with zero-touch enrollment. AI features include ticket summaries, script generation and MCP access. The drawbacks are pricing and maturity: SuperOps now asks you to request a quote, it says AI agents will be paid add-ons with pricing to be announced, and its Agentic OS is labeled beta.

    Strengths

    • +Unlimited technicians at no extra charge
    • +RMM and service desk ship together on the base plan
    • +Integrations with Bitdefender, SentinelOne, Sophos, ESET and Acronis

    Drawbacks

    • −Prices are now quote only
    • −AI agents will be paid add-ons with pricing not yet announced
    • −Agentic OS is still in beta
    Plans
    Prime and Prime Plus
    Pricing model
    Per endpoint, unlimited technicians
    MDM
    Prime Plus only
    Free trial
    Yes, length not published

    Visit superops.com|See the SuperOps profile

  8. No. 8

    Action1

    A cloud patch management and endpoint management platform that is free for the first 200 endpoints.

    8.2of 10

    Best for Internal IT teams whose main RMM job is patching Windows, macOS, Linux and third-party apps, especially small fleets.

    Features
    7.4
    Ease of use
    8.2
    Value
    9.0

    Price

    Free for the first 200 endpoints; quote above 200

    Quoted from the Action1 pricing page on November 9, 2026: Action1 is free for your first 200 endpoints. No feature limitations. Not a trial.

    Action1 is the most generous free option here: the first 200 endpoints are free with no feature limits, and the vendor stresses that this is not a trial. It centers on patching, covering Windows, macOS, Linux, Windows Server and third-party applications, with patch compliance reporting for frameworks such as SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS and CIS. Around that sit vulnerability management, software deployment, remote access including unattended sessions, IT asset inventory, and reports and alerts. For an internal IT team whose main pain is keeping a few hundred laptops patched, that covers most of the RMM job at no cost. The limits are clear, though. Past 200 endpoints you fill in a form for a quote, the free tier gets community support on Discord, and Action1 does not offer the alerting depth, ticketing or multi-client billing that MSP-first platforms such as Syncro or SuperOps include.

    Strengths

    • +Free for 200 endpoints with no feature limits
    • +Not a time-limited trial
    • +Strong focus on patch compliance reporting

    Drawbacks

    • −No published price above 200 endpoints
    • −Free tier support is through the community Discord server
    • −Less monitoring depth than full MSP RMM suites
    Free tier
    First 200 endpoints, no feature limits
    Above 200 endpoints
    Quote on request
    Free tier support
    Community Discord
    OS coverage
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Windows Server

    Visit action1.com|See the Action1 profile

  9. No. 9

    Level

    A lightweight cloud RMM with every feature on every plan, free for 10 devices and $2 per device after that.

    8.2of 10

    Best for Small MSPs and IT teams that want simple per-device billing, month to month, with scripting and patching built in.

    Features
    7.0
    Ease of use
    8.6
    Value
    9.2

    Price

    Free for 10 devices; $2 per device per month after that, month to month

    Quoted from the Level pricing page on November 9, 2026: Once you add an 11th device, Level costs $2 per device per month for your total device count.

    Level is the simplest pricing on this list: the first 10 devices are free, and from the 11th device you pay $2 per device per month for the whole fleet, month to month, with every feature included. That buys automations across a device, group or entire fleet, hardware and software inventory, scheduled OS and third-party patching, browser-based remote control, scripting with live output, background management that does not interrupt the user, monitoring and alerting, and SSO, MFA, roles and an activity trail. A command line tool lets you or a coding agent talk to devices and run automations. Technicians are unlimited, since Level bills per device, and nonprofits and schools get 10% off. The tradeoff is scope: Level has no built-in ticketing or PSA, relying on integrations instead, and fleets above 2,000 devices need a sales conversation for volume pricing.

    Strengths

    • +All features on the free and paid plans
    • +Month-to-month billing with no setup or onboarding fee
    • +Unlimited technicians, since billing is per device

    Drawbacks

    • −No built-in ticketing or PSA
    • −Volume pricing above 2,000 devices needs a sales call
    • −Narrower feature set than the large MSP platforms
    Free tier
    First 10 devices
    Paid price
    $2 per device per month
    Billing
    Month to month, peak device count
    Discounts
    10% for nonprofits and education

    Visit level.io|See the Level profile

  10. No. 10

    ConnectWise Automate

    A highly customizable RMM for MSPs, with deep scripting and the choice of on-premises or cloud hosting.

    7.8of 10

    Best for Established MSPs with in-house scripting skills that want granular control and on-premises hosting.

    Features
    9.1
    Ease of use
    7.0
    Value
    7.2

    Price

    See vendor pricing (USD check pending)

    We could not confirm a US price yet. Check the ConnectWise Automate pricing page.

    ConnectWise Automate is built for MSPs that want to shape every policy and script themselves. Monitoring and automation are customizable, prebuilt scripts and monitors give a starting point, and a custom library with scheduling standardizes fixes across clients and sites. AI assistance drafts PowerShell scripts while keeping a technician in the loop for approval. Data views let you query endpoints for specific software or configurations and export results for quarterly reviews and audits. Patching keeps Windows current with approval workflows, pilot groups, deployment rings and maintenance windows, and third-party patching is included. Remote support works in the background with role-based permissions and audit trails. Automate also offers on-premises hosting, which few rivals here do. The cost is complexity: ConnectWise itself points teams that want more ready-made alerts and faster setup to its cloud-native ConnectWise RMM, and no price is published.

    Strengths

    • +On-premises or cloud hosting
    • +Granular policies, roles and workflows
    • +Pairs with ConnectWise PSA and ScreenConnect

    Drawbacks

    • −No published price
    • −Deep customization means a steeper learning curve
    • −ConnectWise steers MSPs wanting more out-of-the-box content to its separate ConnectWise RMM
    Hosting
    On-premises or cloud
    Patching
    Windows OS plus third-party
    Free trial
    Yes, length not published
    Pricing
    Quote based

    Visit connectwise.com|See the ConnectWise Automate profile

What to check before you buy

Pick the pricing model that fits your ratio

Per-technician tools like Atera and Syncro favor teams with many endpoints per technician, since endpoints are unlimited. Per-device tools like NinjaOne, Level and ManageEngine favor small fleets or large teams. Divide your device count by your technician count and price both models before you shortlist.

Check patching coverage, not just the word patching

Look at which operating systems and how many third-party apps each tool patches. NinjaOne lists over 200 third-party apps, ManageEngine and Action1 cover Windows, Mac and Linux plus third-party software, and Syncro's pricing page describes Windows patching. Test your own critical apps during the trial.

Decide whether you need PSA in the same tool

MSPs that bill clients monthly benefit from RMM and PSA together, as in Syncro and SuperOps. Atera includes ticketing for IT departments. NinjaOne, Datto and ConnectWise pair with separate PSA products, and Level relies on integrations.

Confirm hosting and compliance needs

Most RMMs here are cloud only. ConnectWise Automate and ManageEngine Endpoint Central also run on-premises, which helps when data must stay in your network. If you handle health data, ask about a HIPAA BAA; Atera offers one on Enterprise and NinjaOne says a BAA is available.

Use the trial on real devices

Atera and ManageEngine offer 30-day trials, NinjaOne and Syncro 14 days, and Level and Action1 have free tiers. Deploy agents to a sample of real endpoints, run a patch cycle and a remote session, and check alert noise before committing to an annual term.

Common questions

What is RMM software?
Remote monitoring and management software installs an agent on each computer or server so IT staff can watch device health, get alerts, apply patches, run scripts and connect remotely from one console. MSPs use it across many client networks, and internal IT teams use it for company devices.
How much does RMM software cost?
Among vendors that publish prices, NinjaOne lists $1.50 to $3.75 per device per month, Level charges $2 per device after 10 free devices, and ManageEngine Endpoint Central starts at $1.32 per endpoint per month. Per-technician tools cost $149 per technician per month billed annually for Atera and $129 for Syncro.
Is there free RMM software?
Action1 is free for the first 200 endpoints with no feature limits, Level is free for up to 10 devices, and ManageEngine Endpoint Central has a free edition for up to 25 endpoints. Each needs a paid plan or quote beyond those limits.
Should I choose per-device or per-technician pricing?
Per-technician pricing, used by Atera and Syncro, is cheaper when each technician looks after many devices. Per-device pricing, used by NinjaOne, Level and SuperOps, is cheaper for small fleets or when many staff need access. Run both numbers for your current and expected fleet.
What is the difference between RMM and PSA?
RMM manages the devices: monitoring, patching, scripts and remote access. PSA runs the business side for an MSP: tickets, time tracking, contracts and invoicing. Syncro and SuperOps include both, while NinjaOne, Datto and ConnectWise sell PSA separately or integrate with one.

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