ElevateGuard vs AutoElevate (CyberFOX)
AutoElevate by CyberFOX is an established privilege access management (PAM) tool used by MSPs. ElevateGuard delivers the same core functionality with real-time MQTT-based approval workflows, a learning mode, and shell extension integration at a fraction of the cost.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ElevateGuard | AutoElevate |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time elevation approval | ✓ | ✓ |
| MQTT-based instant communication | ✓ | ✗ |
| Learning mode (auto-discover apps) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shell extension (right-click elevate) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pre-approved application rules | ✓ | ✓ |
| MSP multi-tenant console | ✓ | ✓ |
| Elevation audit trail | ✓ | ✓ |
| Time-limited elevation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sub-$2/endpoint pricing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Part of unified agent suite | ✓ | ✗ |
Pricing Comparison
ElevateGuard
$1/endpoint/mo
Full PAM with real-time approval, learning mode, and shell integration. Part of the GuardSuite agent.
AutoElevate
$3-5/endpoint/mo
Established PAM product by CyberFOX. Requires separate agent installation and management.
Why Choose ElevateGuard
- 3-5x lower cost — ElevateGuard delivers core PAM functionality at $1/endpoint/mo compared to AutoElevate's $3-5/endpoint/mo, saving MSPs thousands per year across their fleet.
- Real-time MQTT approval — Elevation requests arrive instantly via MQTT, not polling. Approve or deny from the console in real-time with sub-second response.
- Shell extension integration — Users right-click any executable and select "Run with ElevateGuard" directly from Windows Explorer. No need to open a separate app or call the help desk.
- Learning mode — Deploy in observation mode first to discover which applications need elevation. Build your approval rules from real data, not guesswork.
- Unified agent — ElevateGuard is part of the GuardSuite agent alongside USB control, encryption monitoring, and more. One agent instead of multiple separate tools.
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