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Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) vs Hexnode UEM vs Microsoft Intune comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Mindshare comparison

Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)2.6%
Microsoft Intune27.5%
Workspace ONE UEM11.4%
Other58.5%
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Hexnode UEM1.2%
Microsoft Intune26.0%
Workspace ONE UEM11.3%
Other61.5%
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune26.0%
Workspace ONE UEM11.3%
ManageEngine Endpoint Central8.8%
Other53.900000000000006%
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
 

Featured Reviews

Sulesh PK - PeerSpot reviewer
Monitoring and Operations Pilot at Egis S.A.
Has simplified hardware issue identification but needs integrated communication options
We have monitoring capabilities and we are monitoring some network tools from Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) and troubleshooting as well. I am currently working with version MR 32.1.4. Policy involves connecting mostly through emails, as we don't have any special kind of policy features. If any alert comes, we connect via mail. We don't utilize the geolocation tracking feature. The unified dashboard helps me simplify device management for my team based on the location, as we have configured devices from many different countries. We give the device's name based on the location, allowing us to identify easily in the dashboard. Regarding operational cost savings, it is cost-saving because in other companies, they use different tools for different networks, such as one for Windows, another for Linux, and a different one for VMware. We use all the systems including Windows, Linux, and networking under Cisco, Centreon, and Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM), which is very cost-efficient. Regarding pricing and licensing of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM), I don't have information about that, as we are from the technical department. Details about subscription and quotation come from another department. I rate this solution 8 out of 10.
reviewer1384575 - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Centralized device control has strengthened compliance and continuously improves risk visibility
The packaging of the solution or the offering of Hexnode UEM could be improved or enhanced, because one package does not fit all. Hexnode UEM should be flexible in its solution offering. Currently, they only have around three types of licenses or packages, and whether you use the solution or the features or not, they are already included in the suite. Some products offer an a la carte solution, so in order to compete with those products, Hexnode UEM should consider repackaging the solution with respect to the region where it is being offered. The solution offered to India might not be optimal if it is offered to the Philippines or a different country, so the offering should be on a country-by-country basis or a regional basis.
AkashKamble - PeerSpot reviewer
Sr MacOS specialist engineer at Cyber24
Enables management of multiple operating systems with a single license
The best feature is that it's a Microsoft product, so if anything goes wrong, we get quick support for anything required. Remote system functionality allows us to sit anywhere and take control of any device via remote management. We can enhance security for clients' laptops with built-in Microsoft Defender, which is available with the Microsoft Intune license. We use it for reporting purposes through endpoint analytics. When pushing scripting, there are two types available: remediation script and reservation script. Through endpoint analytics, you can push defender policies to clients. It helps with reporting, inventory updates, and monitoring tenant status health.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable features of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) are its ability to do geofencing for devices, manage thousands of devices with only a push of a button, and quick application deployment in seconds. It's amazing. For example, in an education scenario, you can deploy an application update for thousands of iPads in two clicks."
"The solution is easy to use. However, AirWatch or Workspace might be more powerful because we've encountered issues, such as manually managing Windows updates."
"Initial setup was easy."
"The solution is straightforward to set up."
"It has facilitated zero-touch authorization events for our employees and their devices. Furthermore, Meraki Systems Manager plays a vital role in securing our notebooks."
"Initial setup is straightforward."
"The stability of the solution is very good. It's reliable. We don't have crashes or experience freezing. There aren't bugs or glitches."
"The most efficient way is to prepare your integration in the cloud. After that, we can push your configuration from the cloud to the site once you connect the device. This process makes connecting the cloud and the new devices seamless and allows for easy configuration pushing."
"Hexnode UEM has in-depth support of device operating systems, which is one of the most common requirements."
"It's very easy to use."
"The agility is impressive, and it's simple to manage."
"The most valuable features of Microsoft Intune include remote updates. The update runs in the background, so there's no need in most cases to go on-site to do it."
"The most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune for me is its fully cloud-based nature, allowing me to work from anywhere, whether I am using my mobile phone, Windows, or macOS devices, so I can access it from any place at my convenience."
"The best features of Microsoft Intune include continuous implementation of new capabilities each year, covering almost everything."
"The most valuable features in Microsoft Intune for me are application deployment, Defender deployment, and asset management."
"Overall, I like Intune as a solution and would rate it nine out of ten."
"One of the main features of the solution is it allows the management of many devices in different ways."
"One of the biggest advantages of Microsoft Intune is not only the management itself, but also how well it integrates with other Microsoft technologies."
"The best features include the management, which is quite good, and endpoints."
 

Cons

"The cost of the solution is a bit high."
"Cisco is too expensive."
"Sometimes, the integrations are a bit tough."
"System's compatibility with Google Chrome could be improved."
"The price could be better."
"Linux compatibility needs improvement."
"Integration with other tools, such as, ConnectWise Automate."
"The price could be better."
"The support is only available in English right now, which is a bit of a problem for my users since they would prefer Spanish support."
"The support is only available in English right now, which is a bit of a problem for my users since they would prefer Spanish support."
"The packaging of the solution or the offering of Hexnode UEM could be improved or enhanced, because one package does not fit all."
"There is improvement needed in integrating with the installed Office solutions versions, such as Office 2019."
"Microsoft Intune lacks live location tracking capabilities."
"When you have a pressing issue, there is a lack of response. I believe Microsoft support needs to work on the response aspect."
"No option to do end-to-en macOS management. Slow implementation of policies."
"I think there should be a better tracking of the cell phones used on the Intune."
"If you're looking forward to deficiency, I'd say that the Endpoint Manager support at the lower levels is poor."
"Data leak prevention can be integrated into it. Currently, it does not have data leak prevention."
"Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Meraki MDM is the cheapest solution we have used."
"My clients find it a bit expensive compared to other systems."
"My customers at times have issues with the price of the solution. It is expensive, but overall it is worth it. The licensing model cost is based on how many devices you require."
"The cost of installing this solution can be more expensive depending on who is doing the installation. Cisco is very expensive."
"This product is reasonably priced."
"The price is high for the market."
"The storage is affordable and the system has some price-related issues. Therefore, keeping the price in mind, I would rate it seven out of ten."
"It's extremely competitive and very good for a product in this sphere."
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"The price could be better."
"The Intune license model is costly."
"It is reasonable for the features it has."
"Most of our clients come to us with licensing already in place. On average, it costs $6 per device per month to add Intune to an Office 365 subscription, but I am not sure."
"It's affordable for the protection it gives. There are no additional costs."
"No one can compete with Microsoft when it comes to price, and the features it is offering."
"Microsoft Intune is not cost-effective as a standalone product."
"It's monthly for us, but it's built into the license cost that we pay our IT each month. It's maybe 129 Kroner per head, which translates to £10. There are some additional costs. Our IT had to set up and configure their own server, so there is an extra cost for that, but I'm not sure what that costs."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Construction Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Educational Organization
18%
Computer Software Company
13%
Media Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business16
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise14
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business126
Midsize Enterprise54
Large Enterprise168
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?
The pricing sits at a mid-level range, around five or six. There are cheaper and more expensive tools available, but ...
What needs improvement with Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?
An area of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) that could be improved is if we could connect directly with the res...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Hexnode UEM?
Hexnode UEM is not too expensive, but it is also not the cheapest solution. Customers can afford Hexnode UEM, and it ...
What needs improvement with Hexnode UEM?
The packaging of the solution or the offering of Hexnode UEM could be improved or enhanced, because one package does ...
What is your primary use case for Hexnode UEM?
Hexnode UEM's primary use case is the management of mobile devices, which is the main requirement of our customers an...
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Microsoft Intune is a great tool for managing a mobile device fleet while keeping access control. The solution makes ...
What are the pros and cons of Microsoft Intune?
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Also Known As

Meraki MDM
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Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager
 

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Sample Customers

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