Patch My PC vs Software Updater

Patch My PC automates packaging, deployment, and updates for third-party applications across managed devices. Its Publisher integrates with Microsoft ConfigMgr, Intune, and WSUS. Patch My PC Cloud is a SaaS portal aimed mainly at Intune customers and can also extend ConfigMgr capabilities. The pricing page lists a curated catalog of 3,782 supported products. Publisher can package applications for x86, x64, and ARM64 architectures; Cloud can create custom packages for ConfigMgr or Intune. Cloud can also publish macOS applications to Intune, including DMG and PKG apps for Intel and Apple Silicon. Enterprise subscriptions include unlimited support from in-house engineers, setup assistance, and environment reviews. The company says it aims to release updates on the same day as vendors, generally between 1:00 and 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. A 30-day business trial includes all features and supported products. Enterprise Plus starts at 3,500 USD per year for up to 1,000 devices; Enterprise Premium starts at 5,000 USD per year for up to 1,000 devices.

Software Updater is a free Windows application that scans installed software, compares versions with a database, and identifies newer releases. Programs needing updates appear in a browser where users can download current versions, choose which updates to install, or skip them. The site says the catalog covers thousands of popular Windows applications, including Chrome, Firefox, Skype, iTunes, and Adobe Reader. A scheduler can run scans automatically in the background, and bulk app updates are supported. The download page lists version 1.18.1122.31 at 5.17MB for PCs running Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, or XP. The maker says updates are checked for malicious threats and that the app has no malware, adware, viruses, bundles, installers, or toolbars. Its EULA licenses one computer and limits use to non-commercial purposes. TouchStoneSoftware.com provides free support. The privacy policy says submitted personal information and non-personal details such as URLs, browser, and IP address are collected.