Compare
PC Vax vs
Full Managed IT.
This one isn’t about competing products — it’s about scope. Managed IT is a full technology partnership. PC Vax is the security layer on its own. Which one you need depends on what problem you’re actually solving.
The Short Answer
A good MSP relationship is valuable: one accountable partner for help desk, infrastructure, cloud, projects, and — somewhere in the bundle — security. If your business wants technology handled end to end, that model exists for good reason. (The broader Axio family offers it.)
But plenty of businesses don’t want or need that. They have an IT consultant they like, an internal person who handles things, or simple enough technology that full Managed IT is overkill. What they’re missing is specifically the security layer: monitored EDR, someone watching at night, professional response.
That’s the gap PC Vax was built for — professional endpoint security without requiring you to outsource your entire technology environment. Keep Your IT. Strengthen Your Security.
Side by Side
| Dimension | Full Managed IT | PC Vax |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A full technology partnership: help desk, infrastructure, Microsoft 365, networking, projects — with security bundled inside. | A focused managed cybersecurity service for your endpoints. Nothing else changes about how you run IT. |
| Scope | Everything technology. That’s the point — and the price. | Endpoint security specifically: managed EDR, 24/7 monitoring, investigation, response, and optional patching. |
| What happens to your current IT | Usually replaced or formally engaged — Managed IT is a provider relationship. | Nothing. PC Vax works alongside your existing IT provider, internal staff, or the owner who does it themselves. |
| Typical pricing model | Per-user monthly bundles, commonly in the range of $75–150+ per user depending on market and scope. | Per-device pricing starting at $19/device/month — published, no bundle required. |
| Security depth | Varies widely by provider — from genuine SOC partnerships to basic antivirus plus best effort. | A defined security stack: Huntress-powered EDR with 24/7 SOC analysis and documented, reportable controls. |
| Best fit | Businesses that want to outsource technology entirely to one accountable partner. | Businesses that are fine with their IT arrangement and specifically need the security layer handled. |
Managed IT offerings and pricing vary significantly by provider and market; figures shown reflect commonly published ranges. Evaluate any provider on their specific scope and security stack.
A Simple Way to Decide
- Happy with how your IT runs day to day? Then you don’t need to replace it — you need to secure it. That’s PC Vax.
- Drowning in technology problems beyond security? Consider full Managed IT — and make sure real security is in the bundle.
- Not sure? Start with the security layer. It’s the urgent gap, it works with whatever you do next, and it doesn’t lock you into anything.
And if you start with PC Vax and later decide you want broader IT support, the Axio family can help with that conversation — no pressure, no forced bundle.