Heimdal vs PDQ Connect (2026)
Our verdict
Heimdal vs PDQ Connect: on our data-weighted scoring, PDQ Connect edges ahead (8.0 vs 7.8/10). Heimdal starts at Custom quote and is best for msps wanting patching bundled with a broader security suite; PDQ Connect starts at Custom quote and is best for teams that want pdq's deployment power for remote/cloud-managed devices. Choose PDQ Connect for the stronger overall track record; consider Heimdal if its pricing model or fit matches your environment better. Side-by-side table below.
| Heimdal | PDQ Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Custom quote | Custom quote |
| Pricing model | per endpoint | per device |
| Free trial / tier | yes | 14 days |
| Best for | MSPs wanting patching bundled with a broader security suite | Teams that want PDQ's deployment power for remote/cloud-managed devices |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| G2 rating | 4.6/5 (200) | 4.6/5 (40) |
| Capterra rating | — | — |
| Our score | 7.8/10 | 8.0/10 |
Heimdal
Pros
- Unified security + patch platform
- Strong MSP program
- Modular
Cons
- Quote-based pricing
- Best value only when bundled
- Newer EDR
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PDQ Connect
Pros
- Cloud version of PDQ's strong deployment engine
- Manages remote devices
- Simple agent
Cons
- Newer than Deploy
- Windows-focused
- Per-device pricing
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Choose Heimdal if…
You need msps wanting patching bundled with a broader security suite. See the Heimdal pricing and review.
Choose PDQ Connect if…
You need teams that want pdq's deployment power for remote/cloud-managed devices. See the PDQ Connect pricing and review.
In depth
Pricing: PDQ Connect vs Heimdal
PDQ Connect bills on a per device model from Custom quote (14 days trial), while Heimdal uses a per endpoint model from Custom quote (yes trial). Because the models differ, the cheaper option flips depending on your fleet size — model both at your seat/endpoint count.
Features & deployment
PDQ Connect ships 4 headline capabilities (Agent-based cloud management, Patch + custom deployment, Works off-network, Inventory + reporting) and deploys Cloud. Heimdal ships 4 (Automated patch & asset management, DNS security, EDR/XDR modules, Privileged access management), deploying Cloud.
Ratings & verdict
PDQ Connect holds 4.6/5 (40 G2 reviews); Heimdal holds 4.6/5 (200 G2 reviews). On our data-weighted score, PDQ Connect edges ahead (8.0 vs 7.8/10). Pick Heimdal instead when msps wanting patching bundled with a broader security suite. See PDQ Connect alternatives or Heimdal alternatives.
Frequently asked questions
- Heimdal vs PDQ Connect: which is better?
- Heimdal vs PDQ Connect: on our data-weighted scoring, PDQ Connect edges ahead (8.0 vs 7.8/10). Heimdal starts at Custom quote and is best for msps wanting patching bundled with a broader security suite; PDQ Connect starts at Custom quote and is best for teams that want pdq's deployment power for remote/cloud-managed devices.
- Is Heimdal cheaper than PDQ Connect?
- Heimdal starts at Custom quote and PDQ Connect starts at Custom quote (see the pricing rows for models and limits).