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Canonical Landscape vs OPSI
Both stand on patch management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Landscape offers several deployment models and tools for Ubuntu software management, monitoring, and compliance. Compare the listed managed-service terms with the self-hosted and Ubuntu Pro-included options.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
OPSI covers deployment, inventory, patching, and configuration in a single client-management system. Check the license limits and minimum device purchase against the size of your setup.
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| Canonical Landscape | OPSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ubuntu.com | opsi.org |
| On patch management software | #4 of 49 | #1 of 49 |
Canonical Landscape: what it does well
- One instance can manage up to 40,000 machines.
- Available as SaaS, managed service, or self-hosted.
- Can work in air-gapped environments when self-hosted.
- Includes patch compliance and audit logging.
- Ubuntu Pro offers a 30-day enterprise trial.
What to know first
- Supports Ubuntu Linux deployments.
- Landscape support is available with Ubuntu Pro purchases.
- Managed bare-metal service is listed at $9,470 a year.
- Managed cloud, VMware, OpenStack, or LXD service is listed at $6,861 a year.
OPSI: what it does well
- Automates software distribution and operating-system installation.
- Inventory can collect hardware details without an installed OS.
- Centralizes administration across multiple sites.
- Browser-based web interface needs no client-side installation.
What to know first
- Basic is limited to 30 devices per user.
- Basic is limited to one setup per user.
- Professional and Enterprise require at least 100 devices.
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