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NetSetMan vs rConfig
Both stand on network configuration 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 Windows
NetSetMan organizes network and Windows settings into profiles, with manual switching and automatic activation options. Its free edition has use and profile limits, while Pro is listed as a one-time license.
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Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
rConfig ranges from a free self-hosted Core edition to paid offerings with device limits and additional controls. Check the plan's deployment format, device capacity, and support terms against your network needs.
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| NetSetMan | rConfig | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | NetSetMan Pro: €49 per license, paid once | V8 Pro: €3,999 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | netsetman.com | rconfig.com |
| On network configuration management software | #10 of 35 | #6 of 35 |
NetSetMan: what it does well
- Profiles combine network and system settings.
- AutoSwitch responds to network and time conditions.
- Includes Wi-Fi management and network tools.
- Portable and setup options are available.
- Pro licenses never expire.
What to know first
- Freeware is limited to non-commercial use.
- Freeware domain and Enterprise/Server use ends after 14 days.
- Pro costs €49, paid once.
rConfig: what it does well
- Core is free, open source, and self-hosted
- Backups, drift checks, and rollbacks are supported
- Compliance reports and audit trails are listed
- Pro includes first-year updates and priority support
What to know first
- Starter supports up to 300 devices
- V8 Pro costs €3,999 per year
- Enterprise / MSP pricing is custom beyond 1,000 devices
- Pro, Enterprise, and Vector are tailored deployments
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