SmartDeploy vs. ManageEngine’s OS Deployer
See how SmartDeploy simplifies PC provisioning and Windows device management for modern, distributed workforces. With true hardware independence and deployment over the cloud, SmartDeploy offers unmatched flexibility.


See how SmartDeploy and ManageEngine’s OS Deployer compare
OS Deployer
OS Deployer automatically gathers drivers for some — but not all — of your different endpoints. And without remote deployments over the cloud, OS Deployer can deploy only to machines on your company’s server.
SmartDeploy
SmartDeploy’s driver pack library makes it easy to install the right drivers to every machine in your fleet. Our 1500 prebuilt driver packs include the most secure and up-to-date drivers, so you don’t have to worry about endpoint security or functionality. And with remote deployment over the cloud, you can provision every endpoint, whether at the main office, in satellite offices, or at remote employees’ homes.
Deploy an image with SmartDeploy in minutes
SmartDeploy | ManageEngine's | |
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Hardware independent | ||
Prebuilt & customizable app packages | ||
Cloud integrations | ||
Remote imaging via cloud* | ||
End-to-end automated deployments | ||
Offline imaging | ||
Network imaging | ||
Custom driver packs | ||
Slipstream user data migration | ||
Outstanding customer support |
*Without using VPN or any additional infrastructure.
How it works
Set up, update, and manage endpoints with greater flexibility and ease. Flexible layers enable you to manage the OS, applications, drivers, and user data independently from each other rather than baking everything into a locked image.
Meet some of our customers
Learn how businesses from startups to global leaders use SmartDeploy to streamline their endpoint management.

“I like that you can image computers remotely through cloud storage. I also like that you guys provide all of the driver packs so that users don't have to track them down.”
STEPHEN T.
Systems Engineer
One platform, endless use cases
SmartDeploy is your one-stop shop for PC provisioning and lifecycle management.
Computer imaging
Build and maintain a single Windows golden image, regardless of PC make or model
PC refreshes
Keep all your users files and settings consistent while rolling out new hardware
Application management
Deploy, update, and patch applications zero-touch to any endpoint
Windows updates
Push periodic updates or centrally manage entire migrations for local and remote PCs
Device setup
Seamlessly roll out images, drivers, and applications to entirely new devices
PC break-fixes
Reimage the operating system layer without affecting applications or user data
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SmartDeploy is not affiliated with or endorsed by ManageEngine. The use of ManageEngine on this page is for comparison purposes only. Information last updated: 10/11/2022.