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CMDBuild READY2USE vs LICENSEWARE
Both stand on it asset 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 AndroidAPIiPhone+5
CMDBuild READY2USE combines asset lifecycle tracking with service management and employee self-service. It is a fit for teams seeking an open-source, self-hosted system, with commercial support and a ready-to-use appliance available by subscription.
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LICENSEWARE combines software asset functions with vendor-focused analysis and a broad list of data sources. The Free plan allows exploration without a time limit, though its report row cap is a notable constraint.
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| CMDBuild READY2USE | LICENSEWARE | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 2 | 6 |
| Maker | CMDBuild READY2USE | LICENSEWARE |
| Website | cmdbuildready2use.org | licenseware.io |
| On it asset management software | #11 of 112 | #7 of 112 |
CMDBuild READY2USE: what it does well
- Tracks software licenses and contracts
- Includes barcode scanning and employee self-service
- Covers incident, request and change workflows
- Supports maps, floor plans and BIM models
- Open-source AGPL software
What to know first
- Requires self-installation for the Self-Service option
- No prices are listed for either plan
- Subscription delivery is a ready-to-use appliance
LICENSEWARE: what it does well
- Covers inventory, contracts, renewals, and licensing analysis.
- NEO can analyze contracts and generate reports.
- Lists more than 58 data sources.
- Collector scans Linux, Windows, macOS, and Docker hosts.
- Free plan has unlimited uploads and no time limit.
What to know first
- Free reports are limited to 10 rows per table.
- Pay as you go is listed at $1 a month.
- Advanced plan price is not listed.
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