Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) vs Windows Autopilot comparison

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) vs. Windows Autopilot

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Meraki Systems Manage...

Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)

3rd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (7th)

Windows Autopilot

Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category, the mindshare of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) is 5.4%, down from 6.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows Autopilot is 5.8%, down from 6.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Mobile Device Management (MDM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)	5.4%
Windows Autopilot	5.8%
Other	88.8%

Mobile Device Management (MDM)

Featured Reviews

Sulesh PK

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.

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ShubhamAgarwal

Senior CyberSecurity Specialist at LTIMindtree

Streamlined endpoint deployment has improved configuration and security workflows

It's a great tool that provides a lot of assistance from the Windows perspective with configuration and many other things. The newest feature that came up with AI is particularly valuable. I haven't used much of Windows Autopilot as it's very new to me. It's a cloud-based technology from Microsoft for performing the setup and pre-configuration of Windows devices. The way it assists in automated setup and streamlined deployment is great. I don't see any cons as of now.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"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."

"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."

"Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) has a positive impact on my company because it is very easy to use, and we can resolve issues easily, allowing us to resolve issues within the SLA."

"The analysis of traffic and configuration capabilities are the most valuable aspects for us."

"If you want something that's going to work and scale very well, and allow you to pre-configure the devices before you get them into the company, then Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDMEMM) is a great option."

"The most valuable feature of Meraki tools is the centralized management aspect, providing a very easy and efficient way to find and solve issues."

"The cloud manager is user-friendly, and I can manage everything from one dashboard."

"Meraki Systems Manager's most valuable features are password management, device tracking, remote resetting and wiping, device management, inventory management, and easy policy deployment."

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"Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly."

"The most effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation."

"The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations."

"The solution is very stable."

"Windows Autopilot is very stable."

"It is the only choice if you're managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure."

"Windows Autopilot automates much of the setup process when delivering computers with a specific image to multiple employees simultaneously. It streamlines the configuration loading process, making it more unattended and yielding consistent results. This eliminates the need for an engineer to input data on each machine manually."

"Its most valuable feature is imaging, it takes very less time for processing."

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Cons

"The price of the solution could be reduced."

"The cost of installing this solution can be more expensive depending on who is doing the installation."

"It would be beneficial to have better integration with other OS."

"Cisco is too expensive."

"The cost of installing this solution can be more expensive depending on who is doing the installation. Cisco is very expensive, and I'd like to see a reduction in cost."

"If Cisco Meraki Systems Manager integrates with other solutions or models, such as ACA's radio solution, on the same equipment or within the same cloud environment, it will offer significant benefits.""

"Geofency polices are great, but it depends on how the device has the localization services configured."

"Meraki is limiting our connections."

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"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."

"We encounter issues with re-registering devices in the Azure domain."

"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."

"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."

"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."

"If Microsoft can automatically add the license serial numbers, or have a method for us to get those serial numbers added to Windows Autopilot, apart from having to go through the device manufacturer that would greatly improve the solution."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of installing this solution can be more expensive depending on who is doing the installation. Cisco is very expensive."

"Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is an expensive solution."

"The price is high for the market."

"This product is reasonably priced."

"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."

"Meraki MDM is the cheapest solution we have used."

"It's extremely competitive and very good for a product in this sphere."

"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."

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"As far as I know, there isn't an additional cost specifically for Windows Autopilot itself. You'll need to consider the licensing fees for the software you install on the machines, such as Windows and Office. Overall, it is a valuable tool that simplifies the deployment process, making life easier for those involved."

"We are required to have a license for either EMS, E5, or E2."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	14

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?

The product provides a universal dashboard.

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 the price features parity is good.

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 responsible person from that device, which would be very useful. Currently, we use ...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Windows Autopilot?

For smaller organizations, they can get it, though it would be a bit expensive.

What needs improvement with Windows Autopilot?

I think they can improve the time it takes to provide the exact solution which will assist in rectifying a particular issue. Maybe they could support other devices other than Windows, such as Mac a...

What is your primary use case for Windows Autopilot?

I work with Microsoft Sentinel, which is a Logic Apps and SIEM solution. I work with the M365 suite, including Microsoft 365 Defender, XDR, and Microsoft Sentinel. I work as a consultant with these...

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Overview

Every user is unique. Every device, a bit different. Systems Manager keeps the network in the loop about constantly changing devices, automatically tracking device posture and adjusting security policies to match.

Cisco

Windows Autopilot is a collection of technologies used to set up and pre-configure new devices, getting them ready for productive use. You can also use Windows Autopilot to reset, repurpose and recover devices. This solution enables an IT department to achieve the above with little to no infrastructure to manage, with a process that's easy and simple.

Microsoft

Sample Customers

Hafen Hamburg & Empire Riverside Hotel, Eastview Church, Tourism Holdings, Colegio Sagrada Familia Hijas de Jesús, Tommy Bahama's, Canadian School Mexico, Rosebank College

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Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) vs. Windows Autopilot