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

Cisco and Microsoft are both solutions in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category. Cisco is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.6, while Microsoft is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.0. Cisco holds a 6.1% mindshare in MDM, compared to Microsoft’s 7.3% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.
Cisco Meraki Systems Manage...
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96% willing to recommend
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2024

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager and Windows Autopilot are competing products in device management and deployment solutions. User reviews indicate a preference for Windows Autopilot due to its features and deployment ease, although Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is praised for strong support and ROI.

Features: Cisco Meraki Systems Manager excels in extensive device tracking, real-time location tracking, and seamless integration with Cisco networking products. Windows Autopilot stands out with its cloud-based setup, seamless Windows integration, and automated deployment.

Room for Improvement: Users feel Cisco Meraki Systems Manager could improve scalability, speed of OS updates, and user interface. Windows Autopilot is often critiqued for initial setup complexities, enhanced user guides, and broader cross-platform support.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is praised for its straightforward deployment process and excellent customer support. Windows Autopilot offers automated and faster setup but lacks the same level of personalized customer service.

Pricing and ROI: Cisco Meraki Systems Manager users report satisfaction with pricing and favorable ROI due to extensive features and good support. Windows Autopilot is cost-effective mainly for larger deployments, with ROI maximized in such scenarios.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Meraki Systems Manage...
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
3rd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.8
Number of Reviews
31
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (6th)
Windows Autopilot
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category, the mindshare of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) is 6.1%, down from 9.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows Autopilot is 7.3%, up from 6.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

GaneshKhutwad - PeerSpot reviewer
A central portal where you can add, stack, configure, and maintain your devices
Nearly 35,000 users are connected to Systems from America because their network is configured to cover worldwide areas. I have approximately 450 devices connected, which can scale based on requirements. For instance, if you have around five hundred to six hundred users in one office, the MR14 and MR24 series are suitable. For environments with a larger number of standard device users, the MR24 series is recommended. Cisco Meraki provides various series to meet your requirements, allowing you to manage your users efficiently. I rate the solution's scalability a nine out of ten.
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Mark-Morris - PeerSpot reviewer
Automated enrollment streamlines device management with a helpful self-deploying mode
We use Windows Autopilot for enrolling devices into Intune I work for a Microsoft Gold Partner. We use Windows Autopilot to determine under what circumstances we recommend using Jamf and when to recommend using Intune. It is an automated way of enrolling devices, which streamlines the process.…
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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

"It's extremely competitive and very good for a product in this sphere."
"It's a very easy solution for the most part, it's very easy to implement and very easy to administer."
"Meraki Systems Manager's most valuable features are password management, device tracking, remote resetting and wiping, device management, inventory management, and easy policy deployment."
"Initial setup was easy."
"The cloud dashboard's analytics data is particularly valuable, giving me insights into user activities and making it easy to track and manage devices."
"They can provide detailed information about your devices, including their validity, license status, etc."
"The web portal provides status reporting and ease of configuration."
"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."
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"Windows Autopilot is very stable."
"The solution is very stable."
"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."
"The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations."
"Its most valuable feature is imaging, it takes very less time for processing."
"The most effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation."
"Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly."
"It is the only choice if you're managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure."
 

Cons

"I've participated in numerous product launches primarily focused on HP and Dell. Consequently, there should be a vested interest in local gatherings to showcase product advantages and performance. Particularly in Singapore, it only has so limited integrators to engage in IP product sales. There's room for improvement through dedicated workshops and training. The European and Western markets differ significantly from the context here. The physical location holds more importance. Thus, they should have a survey to evaluate demand, supply, and sales points, tailoring strategies accordingly."
"Meraki is limiting our connections."
"The solution's integration with other products could be improved."
"There are problems with the connection on the client side, and the app that was deployed could be better."
"Integration with other tools, such as, ConnectWise Automate."
"One area for improvement in Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is the ability for more advanced users to make detailed and non-standard changes."
"It doesn't seem to be able to establish some VPN tunnels with other devices in a particular way that such as an ASA can do for us."
"There is room for improvement in terms of pricing."
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"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."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"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."
"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."
"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."
"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."
"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."
"My clients find it a bit expensive compared to other systems."
"Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is an expensive solution."
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"We are required to have a license for either EMS, E5, or E2."
"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."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
44%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
5%
Financial Services Firm
4%
Computer Software Company
18%
Government
13%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Educational Organization
6%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?
The product provides a universal dashboard.
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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.
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What needs improvement with Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?
While the graphical user interface is user-friendly and easy to configure, I see room for improvement in integration with third-party tools. We haven't had any integration issues, but potential lim...
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What do you like most about Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot is quite expensive. I would rate the price an eight out of ten, as it is a characteristic of Microsoft products.
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What needs improvement with Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly.
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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.

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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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