NetSupport Manager vs. Action1

Secure, multi-platform remote access to workstations and servers. NetSupport Manager has consistently led the way with innovative features to aid remote PC management for 34 years. Designed to operate over your LAN, WAN or the internet, securely and without the need for firewall configuration, NetSupport Manager provides a single, high-speed solution for the remote management of critical systems, servers and users – with no need for third-party services or ongoing subscription costs.

Action1 is an autonomous endpoint management platform trusted by many Fortune 500 companies. Cloud-native, infinitely scalable, highly secure, and configurable in 5 minutes—it just works and is always free for the first 200 endpoints, with no functional limits. By pioneering autonomous OS and third-party patching with peer-to-peer patch distribution and real-time vulnerability assessment without needing a VPN, it eliminates routine labor, preempts ransomware and security risks, and protects the digital employee experience. In 2025, Action1 was recognized by Inc.