{"id":100930,"date":"2023-11-09T15:57:38","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T20:57:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/?p=100930"},"modified":"2024-12-20T13:44:55","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T18:44:55","slug":"kandji-vs-jamf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/blog\/kandji-vs-jamf","title":{"rendered":"Kandji vs. Jamf: Exploring MDM Options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Remote work would not be possible without mobile device management (MDM)<\/a>. But as companies have quickly realized, not all MDM tools are created equal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some don\u2019t support specific operating systems. Others have limited security features or lack certain important integrations, forcing IT admins and managed service providers (MSPs) to manage a patchwork IT tech stack<\/a>. Support and pricing vary significantly among the big players as well, pushing some companies to pour time and effort into customizing a free, open source MDM solution<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, how do you pick the right MDM for your company\u2019s specific needs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n To help you make a fully informed decision, we\u2019ve compiled this comprehensive guide highlighting the pros and cons of three leading MDM solutions<\/a>: Kandji, Jamf Pro, and JumpCloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Kandji is newer to the MDM scene, setting itself apart as a \u201cnext-generation Apple device management platform.\u201d Kandji\u2019s SaaS platform appeals to small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), mid-market, and enterprise companies alike, with an easy-to-use UI and built-in automation features that help IT admins and MSPs improve user satisfaction and avoid security and compliance incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More specifically, Kandji:<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, Kandji has its downsides. It doesn\u2019t support Windows or Linux devices, acting as a point solution rather than a comprehensive device management platform. And only customers with 500 or more devices gain access to single sign-on (SSO) and Kandji\u2019s API. In addition, customers note:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Traditionally, Jamf has served Apple-centric enterprises, boasting a deep set of Apple-specific features. Jamf became particularly popular with enterprises back in the heyday of Active Directory (AD) when admins needed a way to manage increasingly popular Mac devices outside of their Windows-focused environments. In today\u2019s world, Jamf can be deployed on-prem or via the cloud<\/a> and can be used to support FedRAMP and AWS GovCloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jamf also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n That said, Jamf Pro exclusively supports Apple products. And beyond that, customers have complained about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that we\u2019ve covered Kandji and Jamf Pro basics, let\u2019s examine their differences in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a newcomer, Kandji has Jamf Pro beat in terms of architecture, intuitive UI, and fast deployment. But Jamf Pro has been around longer, allowing the company to build stronger partner relationships and beef up its security features, making it a popular choice for schools, healthcare, and government organizations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While Kandji is more favorable to SMBs and mid-market companies in terms of pricing, both Kandji and Jamf Pro have expensive plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOverview of Kandji<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Overview of Jamf Pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Comparison: Kandji vs. Jamf Pro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n