KACE by Quest

KACE by Quest

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DriveStrike is easy to use, implement and manage. With DriveStrike you can execute secure remote wipe, remote lock, and remote locate commands on any platform. Integrated drive encryption support as well as mobile device management MDM for mobile platforms. Our professional support team is always available to answer your questions and help you install our services or manage your account and devices. Protecting your data and devices has never been easier or more cost effective. If you have questions or need help understanding how best to protect your data please contact us and we will gladly answer your questions. Protect your business with a device and data protection platform that keeps all devices safe with a single solution and Dashboard. Keep your Workstations, MacBooks, iPads, Smartphones, Tablets, Laptops safe, secure, and organized.

About

KACE® by Quest supports your unified endpoint management (UEM) strategy by helping you discover and track every device in your environment, automate administrative tasks, keep compliance requirements up-to-date and secure your network from a range of cyberthreats. Discover, manage and secure all your endpoints from one console as you co-manage your traditional and modern endpoints, including Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS, and iOS and Android devices. KACE is a Unified Endpoint Management solution that offers a single point of control for managing IT systems across the entire organization, inside or outside your network. This comprehensive solution takes the stress out of keeping devices secure and compliant so you can do more.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Supported

Audience

Any organization or business that needs to protect data and devices securely

Audience

Designed for those seeking simplified total endpoint management: Inventory, service desk, asset management, license compliance, security, mobility, and more. 50 devices? 50,000? KACE does that.

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Supported

API

Offers API Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$0.99 per month
Pricing based on number of devices you need to protect each month, annual plans also available
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

As low as $3/mo/device
Please contact Quest sales for additional pricing details and options.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 4.8 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 4.5 / 5
features 4.5 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros from Real Users

Pros

  • The support is fantastic, the options available to protect against theft, and so many more options.
  • Incredibly easy to set up - in the span of 5 minutes we went from not even knowing about the product, to being fully set up and operational on it. Portal is simple and easy to navigate, with clear options.
  • It provides a great ability to safeguard the data from getting stolen. You can remote lock and erase complete data with one click. Simple and powerful security for computers.
  • DriveStrike provided us, not only with an excellent product that our team uses across many devices and regions, but their customer service was extremely prompt in replying to questions and provided us top notch support. This product has been added to our mandatory software setup for all our team.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Great Support. Easy to setup and get running. Once it is working there is nothing to worry about. Always new features coming. Great all in one solution. Excellent reporting.
  • Easy to use. Everything I need in a few clicks. Interface clear. All modules are included, no hidden costs.

Cons

  • Steep learning curve - it really pays to understand the software. Does lack some nice features, but always being upgraded. Can be a little confusing.
  • Some resources missing, like chatbot, hint in fields on form and more colors themes.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Company Information

DriveStrike
Founded: 2005
United States
drivestrike.com

Company Information

Quest Software
Founded: 2001
United States
www.quest.com/kace/

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Categories

Compliance Supported

DriveStrike is one of the most comprehensive endpoint security and device management solution that helps organizations meet regulatory compliance requirements, enforce security policies, and protect sensitive data. Supporting frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, SOC 2, and ISO 27001, DriveStrike provides remote lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device monitoring, geofencing, access controls, and audit logging. Its centralized management platform enables rapid incident response, policy enforcement, and regulatory reporting across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. DriveStrike helps organizations reduce security risks, safeguard sensitive information, and demonstrate adherence to industry security standards and data protection requirements.

Computer Security Supported

DriveStrike provides the most comprehensive computer and endpoint security solutions designed to protect devices, sensitive data, and organizational assets from unauthorized access, theft, and cyber threats. Its security capabilities include remote computer locking and wiping, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device tracking, geofencing, and centralized endpoint management. DriveStrike supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices, enabling IT administrators to monitor, manage, and secure computers remotely. Advanced features include role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, and automated security responses. DriveStrike helps organizations prevent data breaches, respond to security incidents, protect confidential information, and maintain compliance with industry security standards.

Cybersecurity Supported

DriveStrike provides the most comprehensive cybersecurity and endpoint protection solutions designed to safeguard organizational devices, sensitive data, and IT infrastructure against theft, unauthorized access, and security threats. Supporting Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, DriveStrike delivers remote device lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device tracking, geofencing, and centralized security management. Advanced capabilities include role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, automated incident response, and security integrations through REST APIs. DriveStrike enables organizations to rapidly secure lost, stolen, or compromised endpoints, reduce cybersecurity risks, prevent data breaches, enforce security policies, and support regulatory compliance across distributed and remote work environments.

Data Destruction Supported

DriveStrike provides secure remote and offline data destruction for lost, stolen, retired, or compromised devices. Supporting Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, DriveStrike enables centralized wiping and secure device decommissioning. DriveStrike Direct supports USB-based offline erasure without internet connectivity. Each completed erasure can generate an audit-friendly Certificate of Erasure/Destruction to support compliance documentation. **Supported wipe algorithms include:** - **NIST 800-88 Rev. 1:** 1 pass (zeros) - **DoD 5220.22-M:** 3 passes (0, 1, random) - **US Air Force 5020:** 3 passes (0, 1, random) - **US Navy P-5239-26:** 3 passes (random, complement, random) - **Canada ITSG-06:** 3 passes (0, 1, random) - **HMG IS5 Baseline:** 1 pass (random) - **HMG IS5 Enhanced:** 3 passes (0, 1, random) DriveStrike helps organizations securely dispose of sensitive data, maintain audit records, and support regulatory compliance.

DriveStrike provides world class comprehensive Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities designed to protect sensitive business information from unauthorized access, theft, loss, and exposure. Supporting Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices, DriveStrike enables organizations to remotely lock or wipe compromised, lost, or stolen endpoints, enforce encryption policies, and securely destroy sensitive data. Additional capabilities include device tracking, geofencing, centralized endpoint monitoring, role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, and audit logging. DriveStrike helps IT administrators rapidly respond to security incidents, prevent unauthorized data access, and maintain control over corporate information across distributed and BYOD environments. These capabilities complement traditional content-aware DLP solutions and support regulatory compliance requirements.

Encryption Supported

DriveStrike provides powerful centralized encryption management and enforcement to help organizations protect sensitive data on Windows and macOS endpoints while doing so in an easy to understand and manage format. By leveraging native operating system encryption technologies, including Microsoft BitLocker and Apple FileVault, DriveStrike enables IT administrators to monitor encryption status, enforce security policies, and remotely secure lost, stolen, or compromised devices. Its encryption lock capabilities help prevent unauthorized access to protected data, while remote lock and wipe functions provide additional safeguards against data exposure. DriveStrike also offers centralized device monitoring, administrative access controls, audit logging, and automated security workflows. These capabilities help organizations protect confidential information, reduce data breach risks, and support compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, and other data security requirements.

DriveStrike provides one of the most comprehensive and yet easy to understand endpoint management and security solutions that enable organizations to centrally monitor, manage, and protect Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. Key capabilities include remote device lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device inventory, location tracking, geofencing, and security policy management. DriveStrike supports corporate-owned, remote, and BYOD environments, providing IT administrators with visibility and control over distributed endpoints. Advanced features include role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, custom commands, automated security workflows, and REST API integrations. DriveStrike helps organizations streamline endpoint administration, respond rapidly to security incidents, protect sensitive information, reduce operational risks, and support regulatory compliance requirements.

DriveStrike delivers the most comprehensive endpoint protection and security management to safeguard computers, mobile devices, and sensitive business data against theft, loss, unauthorized access, and data breaches. Supporting Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, DriveStrike provides remote device lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device tracking, geofencing, and centralized endpoint management. Advanced security features include role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, and automated incident response. DriveStrike enables IT teams to remotely secure compromised endpoints, enforce security policies, and maintain visibility and control over distributed devices, helping organizations reduce cybersecurity risks and support regulatory compliance requirements.

HIPAA Compliance Supported

DriveStrike supports HIPAA compliance by helping healthcare organizations protect electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI) through centralized endpoint security and device management. Key capabilities include remote device lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, device tracking, access controls, audit logging, and incident response. DriveStrike helps healthcare providers, insurers, and business associates safeguard sensitive patient information on lost, stolen, or compromised devices. Its security controls support HIPAA Security Rule requirements for access control, audit controls, device and media controls, and transmission security. DriveStrike helps reduce the risk of unauthorized disclosure and data breaches while supporting administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. HIPAA compliance ultimately depends on an organization's overall security practices and policies.

IT Security Supported

DriveStrike is the best enterprise endpoint security and device management platform designed to protect sensitive data and mitigate cybersecurity risks across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. Key security capabilities include remote device lock and wipe, encryption enforcement, secure data destruction, geofencing, device tracking, and centralized security policy management. DriveStrike provides role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, and automated incident response capabilities. Its cloud-based management platform and REST API integrations enable IT administrators to rapidly secure lost, stolen, or compromised devices, prevent unauthorized data access, and maintain visibility and control over distributed endpoints, supporting organizational security and regulatory compliance requirements.

DriveStrike provides one of the most comprehensive and affordable Mobile Device Management (MDM) and endpoint security solutions that enable organizations to remotely manage, monitor, and protect mobile devices across Android and iOS platforms. Key capabilities include remote device lock and wipe, location tracking, geofencing, device inventory, security policy enforcement, and centralized management. DriveStrike supports corporate-owned and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) environments, helping IT administrators protect sensitive business information on lost, stolen, or compromised devices. Advanced features include role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, audit logging, and automated security responses. DriveStrike helps organizations reduce mobile security risks, prevent unauthorized data access, streamline device administration, and support regulatory compliance requirements.

DriveStrike supports vulnerability management by helping organizations identify, monitor, and mitigate endpoint security risks across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices. Its centralized management platform provides device visibility, encryption status monitoring, security policy enforcement, and remote remediation capabilities. IT administrators can respond to security threats by remotely locking, wiping, or securing lost, stolen, compromised, or noncompliant endpoints. DriveStrike also supports automated security workflows, custom commands, role-based access controls, Two-Person Integrity authorization, and audit logging. These capabilities complement traditional vulnerability scanning and patch management solutions, helping organizations reduce attack surfaces, strengthen endpoint security, and support regulatory compliance requirements.

Categories

Change Management Supported
Disk Imaging Supported
Help Desk Supported
IoT Supported
IT Management Supported
IT Security Supported
IT Service Supported
ITSM Supported
License Management Supported
Patch Management Supported
Reporting Supported
System Monitoring Supported

Endpoint Protection Features

Activity Log Supported
Antivirus Not Supported
Application Security Supported
Behavioral Analytics Not Supported
Device Management Supported
Encryption Supported
Signature Matching Not Supported
Web Threat Management Not Supported
Whitelisting / Blacklisting Supported

IT Security Features

Anti Spam Not Supported
Anti Virus Not Supported
Email Attachment Protection Not Supported
Event Tracking Not Supported
Internet Usage Monitoring Not Supported
Intrusion Detection System Not Supported
IP Protection Not Supported
Spyware Removal Not Supported
Two-Factor Authentication Supported
Vulnerability Scanning Not Supported
Web Threat Management Not Supported
Web Traffic Reporting Not Supported

Mobile Device Management (MDM) Features

Automatic Device Recognition Supported
Data Management Supported
Deployment Management Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Maintenance Utilities Supported
Procurement Management Not Supported
Remote Update / Installation Supported
Software Management Supported
Synchronization Management Supported
Wireless Network Support Supported

Compliance Features

Archiving & Retention Not Supported
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Not Supported
Audit Management Supported
Compliance Tracking Supported
Controls Testing Not Supported
Environmental Compliance Not Supported
FDA Compliance Not Supported
HIPAA Compliance Supported
Incident Management Supported
ISO Compliance Supported
OSHA Compliance Not Supported
Risk Management Supported
Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Supported
Surveys & Feedback Not Supported
Version Control Not Supported
Workflow / Process Automation Supported

Computer Security Features

Anti Spam Not Supported
Antivirus Not Supported
Audit Trail Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Database Security Audit Not Supported
File Access Control Supported
Financial Data Protection Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Real Time Monitoring Supported
Security Event Log Supported
Virus Definition Update Not Supported
Vulnerability Protection Supported

Cybersecurity Features

AI / Machine Learning Not Supported
Behavioral Analytics Not Supported
Endpoint Management Supported
Incident Management Supported
IOC Verification Not Supported
Tokenization Supported
Vulnerability Scanning Not Supported
Whitelisting / Blacklisting Supported

Data Loss Prevention Features

Compliance Reporting Supported
Incident Management Supported
Policy Management Supported
Sensitive Data Identification Not Supported
Web Threat Management Not Supported
Whitelisting / Blacklisting Supported

Encryption Features

Central Policy Enforcement Supported
Drag & Drop UI Not Supported
Email Encryption Not Supported
Encryption Key Management Supported
Endpoint Encryption Supported
File Compression Not Supported
File Encryption Supported
Full Disk Encryption Supported
Public Key Cryptography Not Supported
Tokenization / Data Masking Not Supported

HIPAA Compliance Features

Access Control / Permissions Supported
Audit Management Supported
Compliance Reporting Supported
Data Security Supported
Documentation Management Supported
For Healthcare Supported
Incident Management Not Supported
Policy Training Not Supported
Remediation Management Supported
Risk Management Supported
Vendor Management Not Supported

Vulnerability Management Features

Asset Discovery Not Supported
Asset Tagging Supported
Network Scanning Not Supported
Patch Management Not Supported
Policy Management Supported
Prioritization Not Supported
Risk Management Supported
Vulnerability Assessment Not Supported
Web Scanning Not Supported

Endpoint Protection Features

Activity Log Supported
Antivirus Not Supported
Application Security Supported
Behavioral Analytics Not Supported
Device Management Supported
Encryption Not Supported
Signature Matching Not Supported
Web Threat Management Not Supported
Whitelisting / Blacklisting Supported

IT Security Features

Anti Spam Not Supported
Anti Virus Not Supported
Email Attachment Protection Not Supported
Event Tracking Supported
Internet Usage Monitoring Not Supported
Intrusion Detection System Not Supported
IP Protection Not Supported
Spyware Removal Not Supported
Two-Factor Authentication Supported
Vulnerability Scanning Supported
Web Threat Management Not Supported
Web Traffic Reporting Not Supported

Mobile Device Management (MDM) Features

Automatic Device Recognition Supported
Data Management Not Supported
Deployment Management Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Maintenance Utilities Supported
Procurement Management Not Supported
Remote Update / Installation Supported
Software Management Supported
Synchronization Management Not Supported
Wireless Network Support Not Supported

Change Management Features

Approval Workflow Supported
Audit Trail Supported
Automated Notifications Not Supported
Change Calendar Not Supported
Change Planning Supported
Compliance Management Not Supported
Prioritization Supported
Release Management Supported
Task Management Supported
Tracking & Reporting Not Supported
Training Management Supported

Disk Imaging Features

Backup Scheduling Not Supported
Bare-Metal Restore Supported
Compression Supported
Differential Backup Not Supported
Disk Cloning Supported
Encryption Supported
Image Deployment Supported
Incremental Backup Not Supported
Web Access / Restoration Supported

Help Desk Features

Alerts / Escalation Supported
Automated Routing Supported
Community Forums Supported
Customizable Branding Supported
Document Storage Supported
Email Integration Supported
Incident Management Supported
Interaction Tracking Supported
IT Asset Management Supported
Knowledge Base Supported
Known Issue Management Supported
Live Chat Not Supported
Multi-Channel Communication Supported
Multiple Brands / Products Supported
Network Monitoring Supported
Real-time Chat Supported
Self Service Portal Supported
Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management Supported
Ticket Management Supported

IT Asset Management Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Audit Management Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Configuration Management Supported
Contract/License Management Supported
Cost Tracking Supported
Depreciation Management Supported
Inventory Management Supported
IT Service Management Supported
Maintenance Management Supported
Procurement Management Supported
Requisition Management Supported
Supplier Management Not Supported

IT Management Features

Capacity Monitoring Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Event Logs Not Supported
Hardware Inventory Supported
IT Budgeting Supported
License Management Supported
Patch Management Supported
Remote Access Not Supported
Scheduling Not Supported
Software Inventory Supported
User Activity Monitoring Not Supported

IT Service Features

Contract Management Supported
Incident Management Supported
IT Asset Management Supported
Knowledge Management Supported
Release Management Supported
Self Service Portal Supported
Service Catalog Supported
Service Reporting Supported
Ticket Management Supported

ITSM Features

Asset Tracking Supported
Availability Management Not Supported
Change Management Supported
Configuration Management Not Supported
Contract/License Management Supported
Dashboard Supported
Incident Management Supported
Problem Management Supported
Project Management Supported
Release & Deployment Management Not Supported
Self Service Portal Supported

IoT Features

Application Development Not Supported
Big Data Analytics Not Supported
Configuration Management Not Supported
Connectivity Management Not Supported
Data Collection Supported
Data Management Supported
Device Management Not Supported
Performance Management Not Supported
Prototyping Not Supported
Visualization Not Supported

License Management Features

Automatic SKU Recognition Supported
Central LM Server Supported
Copy Protection Supported
History Tracking Supported
Node Management Supported
Online Activation Not Supported
Portable License Supported
Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Supported
Timing Rights Not Supported
Trial License Supported

Patch Management Features

Alerts/Notifications Supported
Automatic Approval Supported
Automatic Patch Deployment Supported
Automatic Scans Supported
Compliance Management Supported
Custom Patches Supported
Dashboard Supported
Network Wide Management Supported
Patch Prioritization Supported
Patch Testing Supported
Remote Access/Control Supported
Vulnerability Scanning Supported

Reporting Features

Customizable Dashboard Supported
Data Source Connectors Supported
Drag & Drop Supported
Drill Down Supported
Email Reports Not Supported
Financial Reports Not Supported
Forecasting Not Supported
Marketing Reports Not Supported
OLAP Not Supported
Report Export Supported
Sales Reports Not Supported
Scheduled / Automated Reports Supported

System Monitoring Features

Alerts / Notifications Supported
Antivirus Management Not Supported
Data Backup / Recovery Not Supported
Device Monitoring Supported
Inventory Management Not Supported
Patch Management Supported
Policy-based Automation Supported
Remote Monitoring Supported
Reporting / Analytics Supported
Risk Analysis Supported
Server Monitoring Supported
Service Configuration Management Supported

Integrations

Apple Business Essentials Supported
Google Supported
Active Directory Supported
Azure Marketplace Not Supported
Azure-AD-External-Identities Supported
BitLocker Supported
IFTTT Supported
Microsoft 365 Not Supported
Microsoft Authenticator Not Supported
Microsoft Azure Not Supported
Microsoft Entra Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Supported
Microsoft Intune Supported
Nutanix AHV Not Supported
Okta Supported
OneLogin Supported
PDQ Deploy & Inventory Supported
Quest LiteSpeed for SQL Server Not Supported
VMware ESXi Not Supported
Workspace ONE Not Supported

Integrations

Apple Business Essentials Supported
Google Supported
Active Directory Not Supported
Azure Marketplace Supported
Azure-AD-External-Identities Not Supported
BitLocker Not Supported
IFTTT Not Supported
Microsoft 365 Supported
Microsoft Authenticator Supported
Microsoft Azure Supported
Microsoft Entra Not Supported
Microsoft Entra ID Not Supported
Microsoft Intune Not Supported
Nutanix AHV Supported
Okta Not Supported
OneLogin Not Supported
PDQ Deploy & Inventory Not Supported
Quest LiteSpeed for SQL Server Supported
VMware ESXi Supported
Workspace ONE Supported
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