Alloy Discovery vs GLPI

Alloy Discovery is an on-premises network discovery and inventory tool for identifying and tracking computers, servers, and other equipment. Its Windows, Linux, and Mac Inventory Analyzer versions collect hardware, operating system, installed-software, and network details in audit snapshots. Direct Network Scan can examine Windows, Linux, and macOS computers on a local network without installing standalone agents on each remote machine. For offsite or disconnected computers, standalone agents support remote, network-folder, and portable audits. Scanning can run on demand or on a schedule across network segments, while SNMP collection covers printers, scanners, hubs, routers, and other network devices. Chromebook audits can run on demand or on a schedule through Google Directory Audit. Software discovery draws on operating-system-specific data, though detailed file recognition is limited to Windows. The standalone edition monitors licenses in its desktop app; Alloy Navigator integration is for Enterprise and uses Navigator consoles for license management. The product supports network maps and switch-port views. Its free trial is fully functional and includes technical support and licensing for participating staff.

GLPI is an IT management platform for helpdesk tickets, asset inventory, and service management. Users can create incident or request tickets and assign them to a group, profile, or individual. Its service workflows include problem and change management, planning, recurring tickets, statistics, and custom forms. Asset records cover hardware, software and licenses, network equipment, certificates, domains, clusters, and databases. Other tools include project workflows with Gantt or Kanban views, a knowledge base, reservations, reports, and saved searches. GLPI offers eight profile types and standard or self-service interfaces; its self-service interface is free for end users. Organizations can choose cloud or on-premise deployment. The public-cloud offer has a 45-day trial without obligation or a credit card. Public Cloud costs €19 a month per IT agent, with one billed agent minimum; Private Cloud costs €21 a month per agent and requires at least 25 billed agents. The FAQ says on-premise GLPI has no licensing fees or limit on users or technicians.