Level vs OpenFrame

A first-party RMM, not an assembled stack. Level built the device workspace, monitoring, live automations, patching, and browser remote as one mature RMM across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Key takeaways.

The differences that matter most.

  • Level is a first-party RMM for monitoring, automation, scripting, patching, and remote support.
  • Endpoint events, monitors, tags, group changes, schedules, and API events can start Level automations.
  • Live device-and-step logs show technicians what each automation is doing.
  • Level remote control opens in the browser without a separate remote stack to operate.
  • Level manages Windows, macOS, and Linux fleets, including Linux ARM64.

What Level users say.

A cohesive workflow in daily use.

Easton Utilities

Customer testimonial, Easton Utilities

“Level is such a breath of fresh air in the RMM space. The GUI looks clean, intuitive, modern, and is very responsive. They have deployed new features at an impressive rate. We’ve had very helpful communication with their support team, and they are responsive and happy to talk about their roadmap and listen to our input.”

pjoerk

r/msp, Reddit

“We switched to Level in February from another RMM and are super happy. The whole platform is modern, fast, offers a ton of advanced features, and is very actively developed. Monitoring is super flexible because it allows us to use our own scripts as monitors and do things based on the results. The API is quite advanced and is extended constantly.”

Level ships the daily RMM workflow today.

Monitoring, automation, patching, and remote share one device context.

  • See the signal and the device.

    Level-built monitoring stays connected to device state, groups, tags, alerts, and the actions a technician can take next.

  • Turn the signal into work.

    An alert, tag, enrollment, or schedule starts an automation and streams each device result while it runs.

  • Open remote without a viewer.

    Level remote control opens in the browser across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Choose the RMM experience first.

Choose between a first-party RMM and an assembled open platform.

Choose Level if

  • Endpoint events should start the work.
  • You need live automation output.
  • Linux belongs in the same fleet.
  • You want a first-party RMM workflow.
  • You want a no-clock free evaluation.

Choose OpenFrame if

  • An assembled open platform fits your model.
  • Its current monitoring model fits your fleet.
  • MeshCentral remote fits your workflow.

Compare the shared RMM work.

Level keeps each endpoint action inside one first-party workflow.

Level compared with OpenFrame
Level
Product and pricing
Primary focusFirst-party cloud RMMOpen assembled IT platform
Product historyIn production since 2019First GA in 2026
Published price$2 per device monthly$1 Gen1 device rate
Free evaluation10 devices, no time limitFree trial
Remote foundationLevel-built remoteMeshCentral integration
Platform ownershipSingle first-party RMMIntegrated open-source components
Monitoring and automation
Endpoint healthReal-time RMM dataReal-time telemetry
Online and offline statusInstant connection alertsEndpoint telemetry
Resource thresholdsCPU, memory, and diskTelemetry and monitoring
Automation triggersEvents, monitors, tags, schedulesAI-powered workflows
Workflow designConditional, multi-step pipelinesFae and Mingo automation
Execution feedbackLive device-and-step logsAI workflow activity
On-demand scriptsImmediate executionAutomation and scripting tools
Remote support and patching
Remote controlBuilt into the RMMMeshCentral-based remote
Background toolsTerminal, files, processes, servicesRemote management tools
Linux agentx86-64 and ARM64Not documented at review
OS patchingWindows, macOS, and LinuxPatching listed in Gen1
Patch schedulingProfiles and maintenance windowsPlatform patch workflows
Failed updatesImmediate failure alertsPatch status reporting

RMM depth shows up in the work.

Live automations, browser remote, patching, Linux, and ARM.

  • Watch the automation run live. A tag, enrollment, monitor, or schedule can start the workflow. The run view streams each device's output.
  • Remote from the browser. Open macOS or Linux remote with no extra viewer. Level tries a P2P path first and uses an encrypted relay when needed.
  • Stage patches across the mixed fleet. Use Windows and macOS delays, tagged Linux canaries, WinGet, Homebrew, Apt, Yum/DNF, Pacman, Snap, and Flatpak.
  • Manage ARM and Linux together. Windows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi, and other ARM devices use the same Level agent. The workflows are available on every plan.

Price the RMM workflow that ships today.

A mature first-party RMM with live automation and support.

See Level pricing

Switching is a phased move, not a big bang.

Run Level beside OpenFrame until you are ready.

  • Install on a subset.

    Pilot Level on 10 devices while OpenFrame continues running.

  • Validate the workflows that matter.

    Watch an automation run, open browser remote, stage patches, and confirm every device reports back.

  • Expand by group.

    Move clients or sites in phases after each Level workflow is proven.

Why doesn't Level chase software review awards?

Review volume can reflect campaigns and incentives. We would rather put that money into the product. If Level earns a review, post it honestly. No gift card.

Read our stance

Questions teams ask before switching.

Compare the RMM approach, evaluation path, and platform coverage.

What is the main difference between Level and OpenFrame?

OpenFrame assembles an extensible endpoint platform around open components and its own agent. Level provides a mature first-party RMM with real-time monitoring, live automation output, patching, and browser remote.

Can I evaluate Level before switching from OpenFrame?

Yes. Install Level on a pilot group and compare the monitoring, automation, patching, and remote workflows available today. Accounts managing up to 10 Level devices stay free with no time limit.

Does Level support Windows, macOS, and Linux?

Yes. Level supports core RMM workflows across Windows, macOS, and Linux, including x86-64 and ARM64 environments. Feature coverage varies by operating system.

Why doesn't Level include ticketing or a PSA?

Because we're building an RMM, not an everything platform. Level focuses on monitoring, automation, patching, remote access, and endpoint management, then integrates with the business systems you already use.

Read why Level stays focused

See Level next to OpenFrame on your own devices.

Start with 10 devices free and validate the Level workflow.