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Inno Setup vs Pckgr RMM

Both stand on application deployment software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Inno Setup

Free plan Windows

Inno Setup offers extensive Windows installer customization, including scripting and security options. Its offline operation and EXE output may suit Windows packaging needs, while commercial users should check licensing requirements.

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Pckgr RMM

Free plan APIMacWeb+1

Pckgr RMM combines app deployment with Windows management and a no-cost plan for up to five devices. Check the feature differences on macOS and the per-device Pro pricing against your device mix.

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The facts

Inno SetupPckgr RMM
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsAPI, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestPro: $10 a month
Plans published32
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitejrsoftware.orgpckgr.com
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Inno Setup: what it does well

  • Builds single-EXE or disk-spanned installers
  • Supports x64 and Arm64 applications on 64-bit Windows
  • Offers encryption, password protection, and digital signing
  • Works offline and sends no listed usage data
  • Includes a preprocessor and optional Pascal scripting

What to know first

  • Targets Windows only
  • The primary support source is its forum
  • Commercial users are asked to purchase a license

Pckgr RMM: what it does well

  • Free plan covers up to five devices.
  • Catalog deployments include automatic app updates.
  • Windows devices support encrypted browser-based remote desktop.
  • Can run alongside Intune, Jamf and other MDMs.

What to know first

  • macOS requires version 12 or later.
  • Remote desktop is not available on macOS yet.
  • Custom application packaging is marked as coming soon.

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