Comparison

OpenManage Mobile vs Snipe

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

OpenManage Mobile

This app allows IT administrators to securely manage Dell servers and chassis from a mobile device. It supports remote access, monitoring, and troubleshooting, with augmented reality features for MX7000 modular chassis.

Highlights
  • Remote server and chassis management
  • Proactive alert notifications
  • View server/chassis details and health
  • Power on/off/reboot servers
  • Augmented Reality for MX7000 chassis
  • Bare metal configuration
Features
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR REMOTE ACCESS OVER MANAGEMENT NETWORK • Remote access to iDRAC requires iDRAC7 or above • Remote access to OpenManage Enterprise requires version 3.9 or later *** OpenManage Mobile now leverages Augmented Reality to easily and quickly monitor & troubleshoot MX7000 modular chassis. Aim the camera at MX7000, connect, and view health overlays. Tap on a component to view more details. *** OVERVIEW OF OPENMANAGE MOBILE (OMM) Wireless and Mobility are now pervasive inside data centers and we can leverage it to simplify data center operations. Dell OpenManage Mobile (OMM) is an app that enables IT Administrators to securely provision, monitor, and troubleshoot Dell PowerEdge servers or MX7000 chassis directly from a mobile device. OMM can access and manage PowerEdge servers or MX7000 modular chassis either remotely (i.e. over management network) or from inside the data center (i.e. when an IT Administrator is physically present in front of server or a chassis). Following are the ways you can access a server or an MX7000 chassis: • Remote into a server (iDRAC7, iDRAC8 or iDRAC9) • Remote into an MX7000 chassis and sleds • Remote into a console (OpenManage Enterprise) • At-the-server access to a PowerEdge server with iDRAC9 • At-the-chassis access to an MX7000 chassis and sleds When connected through a console (OpenManage Enterprise), OMM can access Dell servers, chassis, storage, networking, and any other supported third-party appliances being managed through this console. For specific feature support on OpenManage Mobile, please visit Dell Tech Center at www.DellTechCenter.com/OMM SUPPORT FOR AT-THE-SERVER MANAGEMENT • At-the-server access is available on PowerEdge 14th Generation and above rack and towers which support Quick Sync 2. For the latest list of supported hardware models, please contact a Dell Sales representative. • Quick Sync 2 module utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wi-Fi to establish a secure connection between server and mobile device running OMM. SUPPORT FOR AT-THE-CHASSIS MANAGEMENT • Quick Sync 2 module for at-the-chassis access is available on MX7000 modular chassis FEATURES Supported features depend on the type of access (console or iDRAC) and the specific generation of server being accessed. For specific details or more information on OpenManage Mobile, please visit Dell Tech Center at www.DellTechCenter.com/OMM KEY USE CASES – SUPPORT VARIES BY TYPE OF ACCESS AND SERVER GENERATION • Get pro-active alert notifications automatically on your mobile device from OpenManage Enterprise consoles. • Browse server or chassis details, health status, hardware & firmware inventory, networking details, and System Event or LC logs. (For MX7000 chassis, use Augmented Reality feature to monitor and troubleshoot easily and quickly.) • Power On, shut down, or reboot your server from anywhere. • For “bare metal configuration,” assign IP address, change credentials, and update common BIOS attributes. • Access, share or upload SupportAssist Collection reports; View Last Crash screen and video (requires iDRAC9) • Access Virtual Console securely (and reduce the need for crash carts) with a Third-Party app – VNC Viewer by RealVNC or Remotix by Nulana LTD • Dell Quick Resource Locator (QRL) video remediation, available when connecting to an OpenManage Enterprise, server or chassis – displays context relevant videos about the hardware based on available error logs For any questions, please send an email to OM_Mobile_Feedback@Dell.com

About

Snipe

This app provides mobile access to an open-source IT asset management system. It allows users to scan barcodes, add, edit, and check assets in or out, and view detailed asset information directly from their mobile device.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning
  • Add and edit assets
  • Asset check-in/check-out
  • View detailed asset information
  • Support for multiple Snipe-IT environments
  • Secure API authentication
  • Dark mode support
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Snipe-Scan - Mobile Client for Snipe-IT Snipe-Scan is the essential mobile companion for Snipe-IT, the popular open-source IT asset management system. This powerful app streamlines your inventory workflow by putting asset management capabilities in the palm of your hand. Key Features: Professional barcode scanner with enhanced recognition Add assets. Edit your asset details. One-tap asset check-in ,check-out Detailed asset information at a glance Support for different Snipe-IT environments Search for Assets (when multiple same name assets are found you can pick the one you need) Dark mode support for comfortable use in any lighting condition Secure API authentication Whether you're conducting inventory audits, deploying equipment, or retrieving assets from users, Snipe Scan makes the process smooth and efficient. Simply scan an asset's barcode, and instantly view its details, status, and assignment information. Designed with IT professionals in mind, Snipe Scan focuses on stability, speed, and ease of use. The app securely stores your connection settings and provides a streamlined interface that lets you focus on your work, not learning complicated software. Requires a Snipe-IT server and API access token. Developed by Vi-Labs.eu Got any request or bug? Mail us snipe@vi-labs.eu FAQ and more info: https://vi-labs.eu/snipe-scan/index.html Privacy Policy: https://vi-labs.eu/snipe-scan/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OpenManage Mobile4 screens
Snipe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OpenManage Mobile at none against Snipe's 2. OpenManage Mobile also leads on review sentiment (19% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Snipe's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 6 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Snipe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. OpenManage Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OpenManage Mobile ships an update every 6 months, Snipe monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
OpenManage Mobile versus Snipe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenManage MobileSnipe
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews18.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDell Inc.Nicolas Maton

Customer experience

OpenManage Mobile

All ratings26 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative46.2%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive18.8%
Neutral12.5%
Negative68.8%

Snipe

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

OpenManage Mobile

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Snipe

Subscriptions1
  • Snipe-Scan Yearly Sub$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Snipe-Scan Full Access$8.99

Questions

Is OpenManage Mobile free?
OpenManage Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Snipe free?
Snipe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OpenManage Mobile or Snipe have ads?
Neither OpenManage Mobile nor Snipe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OpenManage Mobile or Snipe?
OpenManage Mobile ships an update every 6 months, and Snipe monthly. Most recently, OpenManage Mobile was updated on September 17, 2026 and Snipe on September 12, 2026.

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