Privileged Access Management 
Heimdal vs N-Able
N-able is a well-known remote monitoring and management (RMM) tool that’s been popular with MSPs for years. But rising costs, complexity, and limited security capabilities make it harder to justify today.
N-Able might have brand recognition
… But it isn’t the best deal for you or your clients
On the surface, N-able looks like a straightforward RMM. But once you’re in, it quickly becomes a web of confusion, costs, and patchy coverage.
Patch support is too narrow
N-able handles Windows patching fairly well. But Linux, macOS, and custom apps get little support, making it harder for MSPs to manage diverse customer environments.
Too many tools, not enough protection
The platform leans heavily on third-party integrations. Even with all the bolt-ons, it still lacks true end-to-end security. That means extra costs, more complexity, and less control.
Missing native PAM or privilege controls
N-able doesn’t include privileged access management (PAM), session controls, or privilege escalation. MSPs have to stack on separate PAM tools to get basic protection.
Lower Margins, More Management
It might seem affordable upfront, but N-able hides a lot behind add-ons. Key features like scripting, BitLocker key management, and system monitoring come at extra cost. That hurts your total cost of ownership and your margins.
3 reasons to choose...
Heimdal over N-Able
Boost your margins: Heimdal gives MSPs a margin of around 45 percent, compared to 20 percent with N-able.
Cut tool sprawl: Heimdal gives you everything from patching to PAM in one platform. You get one dashboard, one license, and one vendor.
Add real security: Go beyond patching. Heimdal includes ransomware protection, DNS filtering, MXDR, email security, and privilege controls.
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Patch Windows, macOS, Linux, and third-party apps automatically. Set update policies, remove risk, and stay compliant with minimal overhead.
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Heimdal vs N-Able
How does Heimdal compare?
Windows, macOS, Linux, and custom apps with full automation 
Windows-focused only. Limited support for other platforms
NGAV, ransomware protection, firewall, UEM
Requires separate EDR product. Not fully integrated
Included PowerShell scripting for automation
Available only via RMM license
Native key management and audit in console
No native option. Relies on manual work or third-party tools
Built-in CPU, RAM, disk, and process monitoring
Resource-dependent. Requires RMM license
Active blacklisting and allowlisting 
Not available. Depends on firewalls or third-party tools
Built-in PEDM and PASM with full session control
Not available. Requires third-party PAM tool
Role-based access, licensing flexibility, and client separation
Bound to N-central. Less flexible for mixed environments FAQS
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