JumpCloud vs Rippling

Know the difference between an industry-leading IT platform and an IT add-on from an HRIS vendor. See why JumpCloud’s unified identity, access, and device management platform wins over Rippling.

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JumpCloud vs. Rippling: How to Choose

The difference is clear. JumpCloud is IT-first with comprehensive, advanced functionality that goes beyond surface-level needs. If scalability and a future-proof IT foundation are important to you, JumpCloud is your solution. Here’s why 250,000+ organizations trust JumpCloud to simplify their IT operations:

1. JumpCloud is IT that scales with you. Don’t build your IT infrastructure on an HR foundation you’ll need to swap out in a couple years.

HRIS is one of the first tools on the chopping block as startups and scaleups grow. Building your entire IT foundation on the back of Rippling’s IT add-on is a recipe for vendor lock-in. JumpCloud is a scalable, IT-first solution that adapts with you—so whether you need an integration to Rippling or your other choice HR platform, you have the flexibility to grow and change.

2. Fleet management is complex, and cookie-cutter solutions aren’t enough. JumpCloud is a true UEM.

Manage and secure your entire fleet of Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and iPadOS devices with JumpCloud—whether they’re corporate-owned or BYOD. Apply granular policies, patch vulnerabilities, troubleshoot remotely, and enforce device trust access all from the same platform.

3. Access management that goes beyond just SSO.

Despite what Rippling might try to tell you, true access management is more than SSO. With JumpCloud, you can manage the entire user lifecycle from onboarding and provisioning to offboarding. Don’t gamble on whether you’ve successfully stripped former employees of all entitlements: verify and enforce it with JumpCloud’s superior control.

JumpCloud

Rippling

Unified Endpoint Management

Device Procurement and Leasing

Device Shipping & Inventory Management

Device Management & MDM

Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS

Windows, MacOS

Device Policies

Basic and Advanced

Basic

Device MFA

JumpCloud MFA and JumpCloud Protect™ , Biometrics, 3rd party MFA

Requires 3rd Party

Server Management

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Cloud Infrastructure Servers

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Patch Management

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Remote Monitoring & Management

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Multiple User Accounts on Device

—

Software Management & Private Repository

—

Identity & Access Management

Cloud Directory

Basic SSO, Requires 3rd Party for advanced IAM capabilities

Single Sign On (SSO)

900+ Pre-Built Applications

600+ Pre-Built Applications

Integrated MFA

JumpCloud Protect App, Biometrics, 3rd party MFA

—

Password Manager

Dynamic Groups

Custom, Manual "SuperGroup"

Cloud RADIUS

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Cloud LDAP

—

Conditional Access / Behavioral Analysis

Basic IP and device

Mobile Device Trust

—

Passwordless Authentication

—

SaaS Management

SaaS Discovery

—

SaaS License Management

—

SaaS Access Control

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Customers Recognize The Value of JumpCloud

Don’t take our word for it.

Xeneta

“We used to deal with so many requests from different departments — give me this tool, give me that tool — and typically you’d have to chase down the owner of the tool if you didn’t have admin access. Now, almost everything is through JumpCloud, so you just do a couple of clicks and the person gets access. So, access provisioning tickets are typically resolved within a few minutes, which is very nice.”

- Zakhar Shapurau, VP of Research and Development

Sovrn

“I get a new device, install a JumpCloud agent, sign into the device from the cloud, add the user to the right group, and software and policies are deployed automatically. JumpCloud has greatly simplified the process of enrolling devices to users; each unit is ready to ship in 15 or 20 minutes.”

- Pedro Accarini, IT Manager

LetsGetChecked

“I like the fact that there’s a very set process for onboarding a Mac, and the zero-touch deployments are incredibly useful because we didn’t really have a good way of managing that internally before JumpCloud. The zero-touch deployment gives us the ability to start the onboarding process from a good point, and then we can run scripts and commands in the background as needed to install the software that doesn’t come by default.”

- Kev D’Arcy, SVP of Information Security

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between JumpCloud and Rippling?

JumpCloud offers a unified, comprehensive platform with identity, device, and access management across cloud and on-prem environments, making it a good choice for companies with mixed device types (Windows, macOS, Linux, etc.) and hybrid workforces. Rippling is an HRIS vendor that provides some IT capabilities. Companies looking for a complete IT solution will find JumpCloud’s scope of IT functionality more scalable and robust than Rippling’s, particularly in areas like device management and policy control.

How does JumpCloud support compliance efforts?

JumpCloud is designed to simplify IT on all fronts including compliance with regulatory standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2. Its unified access and device management, MFA, detailed audit logs, and SaaS management solutions help organizations meet compliance requirements across diverse environments.

What tools does JumpCloud work with? Do I need to use a specific HRIS?

JumpCloud doesn’t require you to rework your technology stack to benefit from its functionality. JumpCloud integrates seamlessly with all major HRIS systems, including Rippling. This gives you the freedom to choose the best solution for your needs without getting locked into a specific platform for the sake of integration compatibility. JumpCloud also works well with technologies like Google Workspace, AWS, and Microsoft 365 for easy connectivity to the tools you already use.

What level of support does JumpCloud offer?

The JumpCloud Support team is renowned for its speed and effectiveness. You have the option to speak with a support representative in whatever way suits you best, whether it’s within the JumpCloud platform, on a phone call, or via email. Don’t take our word for it; see what real users say about JumpCloud Support on our G2 page.