JumpCloud vs. Hexnode

Know how a holistic solution that unifies identity, access, and device management differs from a limited, surface-level MDM solution? Want to avoid being tied to an IT vendor you might outgrow quickly? Discover the advantage of JumpCloud’s Unified platform over Hexnode.

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JumpCloud vs. Hexnode: How to Choose

The difference is clear. JumpCloud provides a truly-unified platform that consolidates identity, access, and device management in one place. If you want to streamline IT management while avoiding the hassle of managing multiple tools, JumpCloud is the solution for you. Here’s why 250,000+ organizations trust JumpCloud to simplify their IT operations.

1. Achieve efficient IT management and resource savings with a comprehensive platform for identity, access, and devices.

JumpCloud brings together the core IT management functions including identity management, access control, device management, and SaaS management in a single pane of glass. Whereas, Hexnode’s need for external integrations for identity and access management adds complexity and extra costs to IT.

2. Simplify IT operations by managing Users and Devices Together, from on-boarding to off-boarding in one place.

Streamlines IT workflows with User-centric Device Management. Simultaneously provision user accounts and enroll devices while applying necessary policies and access controls. Automatically revoke device access when an employee leaves, reducing security risks and administrative overheads.

3. Secure more than just devices – control user logins, apps, and your network too.

Hexnode works well in narrow, device-focused environments, but as your stack grows, so do the workarounds. JumpCloud is built to scale with your organization, adapting to hybrid and remote environments, new teams, tools, and workflows without creating silos or sprawl. With automated policies, flexible integrations, and cloud-native architecture, JumpCloud future-proofs your IT so you don’t have to rip and replace later.

JumpCloud

Hexnode

MDM/Device Management

Supported OS: macOS, windows, linux, Android, iOS, iPadOS

Device Enrollment

User to Device Mapping

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Application Management

Kiosk Mode

Remote Control

Device Trust Policies

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BYOD Management

Patch Management

Automated Patching

Browser Patching

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Service Pack Deployment

Windows App Catalog

Linux server management

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Cloud server fleet management

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Custom Powershell & shell scripting

Push files automatically to devices

Unified Policy Deployment

Limited (platform specific)

Network Trust

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Identity linked off-boarding

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Identity & Access Management

Cloud Directory Service

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Cloud LDAP

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Cloud Radius

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Single Sign On

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Multi-factor Authentication

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Password-less Authentication

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User Lifecycle Management

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Conditional Access

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Password Manager

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Access Requests

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Privileged Access Management

Credential Vaulting & Rotation

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Privileged Session Management

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Privileged Elevation

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Secrets Management

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Just in Time (JIT) PAM

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Least Privilege Enforcement

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SSH Key Management

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Remote Browser Isolation (RBI)

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SaaS Management

SaaS Discovery

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SaaS License Management

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SaaS Access Control

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Shadow AI discovery

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Customers Recognize The Value of JumpCloud

Don’t take our word for it.

Multiverse

“We wanted the ability to manage all of these devices from one pane of glass, and there wasn’t a comfortable way for us to be able to do that using tools like Jamf and Intune. With JumpCloud, every device is accessible over a single interface.”

- Sam Blyth, Head of IT Operations

Seaco

“JumpCloud allowed us to not only collapse a few of the products that we were using into a single interface, it also meant that we were able to manage the policies of end-user devices irrespective of whether it was a Mac or a PC.”

- Damian Leach, Chief Information Officer

Pomelo

“With a quick search, I found JumpCloud and noticed that it was the only solution available at the time that could unify both platforms with device management, with single sign-on between a Google Workspace account and the device.”

- Ezequiel Virun, Cybersecurity Technical Lead

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between JumpCloud and Hexnode?

The key difference between JumpCloud and Hexnode is platform scope. JumpCloud is a unified IT management platform that includes cloud directory services, MFA, SSO, device management, identity and access management, and SaaS management in one solution. Hexnode is primarily a unified endpoint management (UEM) solution, lacking built-in identity and access management (IAM) features. For IT teams seeking a comprehensive solution to manage users, devices, resources, and access, JumpCloud offers a future-proof alternative to patchwork UEM and MDM tools.

Can JumpCloud and Hexnode manage both devices and identities?

JumpCloud offers complete identity and device management from a single platform. It supports cross-platform endpoint management (Windows, macOs, Linux, iOS, Android) alongside user lifecycle management, cloud directory services, SSO, and MFA. However, Hexnode focuses solely on device control. It doesn’t include a native directory, SSO, or advanced IAM tools. For organizations needing UEM and IAM in one solution, JumpCloud is the better choice.

Is JumpCloud or Hexnode better for growing organizations?

JumpCloud is better suited for growing businesses and enterprises that need scalable IT infrastructure. It supports hybrid and remote work environments, integrates with more of your existing toolset, including HRIS services, and enables centralized identity, access, and device management. Hexnode is more limited in scope, focusing mainly on MDM and offering no native IAM or cloud directory functionality. For companies looking for a future-ready, all-in-one IT platform, JumpCloud is a superior alternative to Hexnode.

Which is better for security, compliance, and Zero Trust architecture?

For security, compliance, and building a Zero Trust architecture, JumpCloud is the superior choice due to its fundamentally unified platform. While Hexnode excels at device management and contributes compliance data, JumpCloud’s core design as an Open Directory Platform integrates identity, access, and device security from the ground up. This allows for seamless enforcement of MFA, granular Conditional Access policies tied directly to user identity and device posture, and comprehensive auditing for compliance, all within a single, cohesive system more completely than a device-centric UEM solution.