ServiceNow vs ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software and The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
ServiceNow ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #4) for IT managers tracking hardware and software assets across the organization / IT teams managing incidents, service requests, and change management. The best for large enterprises needing a single, integrated platform for all IT operations, including asset management.
At a glance
| ServiceNow | ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software | #4 / The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| Best for | Unified Enterprise IT Platform | All-in-one value and features |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Quote-based, starts >$100k/yr) | $ ($10 to $125 / tech / mo) |
| HQ | Santa Clara, USA | Chennai, India |
| Founded | 2004 | 1996 |
ServiceNow
The best for large enterprises needing a single, integrated platform for all IT operations, including asset management.
www.servicenow.com/products/asset-management.htmlManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus
Offers the best value by bundling ITSM, ITAM, and endpoint management features.
www.manageengine.com/products/service-desk/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.