Best PSA Software · 2026

Autotask PSA logoAutotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA logoConnectWise PSA

Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA: on our data-weighted scoring, Autotask PSA edges ahead (6.9 vs 6.8/10). Autotask PSA starts at Custom quote and is best for msps wanting a robust cloud psa tightly tied to datto/kaseya tools; ConnectWise PSA starts at Custom quote and is best for established/larger msps needing the deepest psa workflows. Choose Autotask PSA for the stronger overall track record; consider ConnectWise PSA if its pricing model or fit matches your environment better. Side-by-side table below.

Our pick

Autotask PSA

7.5/10
MSP Compared score
Starting price
Custom quote
Reviews
4.0/5 (~450 G2 reviews)
Free trial
Deployment
Cloud
Best for
MSPs wanting a robust cloud PSA tightly tied to Datto/Kaseya tools
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ConnectWise PSA

7.4/10
MSP Compared score
Starting price
Custom quote
Reviews
3.9/5 (~500 G2 reviews)
Free trial
Deployment
Cloud + on-prem
Best for
Established/larger MSPs needing the deepest PSA workflows
Visit ConnectWise PSA →

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Strengths at a glance

Six criteria, each scored 0–10 on the same scale from real review data, public pricing and feature coverage. See our methodology →

EditorialUser reviewsAdoptionAffordabilityFeature breadthEase of trial
Autotask PSAConnectWise PSA
CriterionAutotask PSAConnectWise PSA
Editorial 6.9 6.8
User reviews 8.0 7.8
Adoption 7.0 7.1
Affordability 5.0 5.0
Feature breadth 5.0 5.0
Ease of trial 3.0 3.0

Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA: head-to-head

Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA — specs and pricing
Autotask PSAConnectWise PSA
Starting price Custom quote Custom quote
Pricing model quote quote
Free trial / tier
Best for MSPs wanting a robust cloud PSA tightly tied to Datto/Kaseya tools Established/larger MSPs needing the deepest PSA workflows
Deployment Cloud Cloud + on-prem
G2 rating 4.0/5 (450) 3.9/5 (500)
Capterra rating
Our score 6.9 6.8

Choose Autotask PSA if…

You need msps wanting a robust cloud psa tightly tied to datto/kaseya tools.

Pros

  • Strong reporting
  • Reliable cloud PSA
  • Datto/Kaseya integration

Cons

  • Quote pricing
  • UI dated
  • Kaseya licensing

Autotask PSA pricing · review

Choose ConnectWise PSA if…

You need established/larger msps needing the deepest psa workflows.

Pros

  • Industry-standard depth
  • Huge integration ecosystem
  • Scales to large MSPs

Cons

  • Complex and heavy
  • Quote/contract pricing
  • Learning curve

ConnectWise PSA pricing · review

In depth

Pricing: Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA

Autotask PSA bills on a quote model from Custom quote, while ConnectWise PSA uses a quote model from Custom quote. Because the models differ, the cheaper option flips depending on your fleet size — model both at your seat/endpoint count.

Features & deployment

Autotask PSA ships 5 headline capabilities (Ticketing + SLA, Time/billing, Project + resource mgmt, Dashboards) and deploys Cloud. ConnectWise PSA ships 5 (Ticketing + dispatch, Billing/invoicing, Project management, Procurement), deploying Cloud + on-prem.

Ratings & verdict

Autotask PSA holds 4.0/5 (~450 G2 reviews); ConnectWise PSA holds 3.9/5 (~500 G2 reviews). On our data-weighted score, Autotask PSA edges ahead (6.9 vs 6.8/10). Pick ConnectWise PSA instead when established/larger msps needing the deepest psa workflows. See Autotask PSA alternatives or ConnectWise PSA alternatives.

Frequently asked questions

Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA: which is better?
Autotask PSA vs ConnectWise PSA: on our data-weighted scoring, Autotask PSA edges ahead (6.9 vs 6.8/10). Autotask PSA starts at Custom quote and is best for msps wanting a robust cloud psa tightly tied to datto/kaseya tools; ConnectWise PSA starts at Custom quote and is best for established/larger msps needing the deepest psa workflows.
Is Autotask PSA cheaper than ConnectWise PSA?
Autotask PSA starts at Custom quote and ConnectWise PSA starts at Custom quote (see the pricing rows for models and limits).
Data as of June 16, 2026. Sources: datto.com, connectwise.com. Figures are pulled from public vendor and security data and refreshed automatically.