Freshservice vs ManageEngine AssetExplorer
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms (2026) and The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026). Last verified June 21, 2026.
The short answer
Freshservice ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #6) for IT teams managing incidents, service requests, and change management / IT managers tracking hardware and software assets across the organization. The best option for usability and quick setup, especially for mid-market teams.
At a glance
| Freshservice | ManageEngine AssetExplorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.9 | 8.2 |
| Best for | User-friendly SMB & mid-market | Integrated Mid-Market Suite |
| Pricing | $$ ($19 to $119 / agent / mo) | $$ (Starts ~$955/year for 250 assets) |
| HQ | San Mateo, USA | Chennai, India |
| Founded | 2010 | 1996 |
Freshservice
The best option for usability and quick setup, especially for mid-market teams.
www.freshworks.com/freshservice/See full entry in The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms (2026)
ManageEngine AssetExplorer
A cost-effective ITAM tool that integrates perfectly with other ManageEngine IT management products.
www.manageengine.com/products/asset-explorer/See full entry in The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.