Citrix Endpoint Management vs Ivanti Neurons for MDM comparison

Citrix Endpoint Management vs. Ivanti Neurons for MDM

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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 20.7%, down from 31.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Citrix Endpoint Management is 2.1%, up from 1.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ivanti Neurons for MDM is 3.2%, up from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	20.7%
Ivanti Neurons for MDM	3.2%
Citrix Endpoint Management	2.1%
Other	74.0%

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

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OluwashileAdeniyi

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees

Centralized endpoint security has improved and supports hybrid work and BYOD policies

Regarding what I dislike about Microsoft Intune and its downsides, I would say that more Mac controls are needed because we have limited Mac and Linux control. When comparing controls and policies between Windows, Mac, and Linux, Windows has almost everything you can think of, while Mac and Linux have limited types of control. You cannot implement certain things on Mac and Linux that you can on Windows. The limited controls are a major issue. Additionally, if Microsoft could find a way to embed servers into Microsoft Intune, that would be beneficial. Microsoft Intune is not really designed for servers or Windows servers. It is more tailored towards Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating systems. Windows servers are not fully supported. Enterprise organizations usually have both servers and endpoints, which are users' workstations. For servers, most people look for other solutions such as SCCM, which is Configuration Manager. However, SCCM is what Microsoft Intune is trying to replace. Both SCCM and Microsoft Intune belong to Microsoft. Microsoft is trying to transition organizations into Microsoft Intune, the native cloud solution. However, because this update is still in process, servers are not fully compatible with Microsoft Intune and cannot be managed by it. The current policy that has emerged from issues with clients is what they call co-management, which is relatively new, and I do not know if adoption is significant. Many legacy or older customers who have been using these products for decades still have SCCM. When it is time for them to manage their Windows devices, they use what is called cloud attach. Cloud attach is a term whereby your SCCM is connected to your Microsoft Intune. Most people do not know about it, but I have deployed it for several organizations. Cloud attach and co-management work together so that your device is in SCCM, but some policies are pushed from Microsoft Intune. It is like two different solutions working hand in hand. That is what they call co-management. Microsoft Intune does not bring all of your endpoint and security management tools into one place, which is the goal and how it should be. However, as I mentioned, servers are not included. If we talk about end users, Microsoft Intune does bring all your devices together. In a typical enterprise environment, you have end users with workstations, laptops, company-issued phones, and bring your own devices. You can create policies for all of these. However, for the backend, your servers do not have much coverage. Servers are not really covered by Microsoft Intune in that way.

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VivekKumar10

Co-Founder at Virajo

Solution supports seamless integration and promotes effective device management

For technical support of Citrix, I find they are responsive, but L1 is not very capable; this product requires some mature understanding, so sometimes they can handle small problems, but for major or architecture-related issues, their L3 or our L3 engineer helps them understand the problem.I would assess the technical support of Citrix as a seven from 1 to 10.

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MohamedElmasry

Manager, Information Technology Support at FEFundInfo

Seamless provisioning and application deployment enhance workflow, yet enhancements in asset and software spend management roles are acknowledged

The zero-touch capability where you can install all the business applications and deliver the laptop to the user, who just needs to log on to complete everything without any human intervention, are the best features in Ivanti Neurons for MDM. We have security features, patch management, compliance reports, and dashboards integrated within Ivanti.

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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

"What I like most about the tool is that it's now very easy to set up a device for someone to use. It also helps us tremendously in managing security. Before, we used on-premise management with a domain controller. It was difficult to manage security comprehensively. For example, it was hard to know which computers were updated. We weren't able to do that easily with our previous solution."

"When a user receives the machine, sets it up, and turns it on, it connects to the domain and begins installing software, becoming ready within approximately half an hour, which represents a significant time savings for IT departments."

"Mobile device management is most valuable."

"Intune has significantly benefited our organization by providing comprehensive visibility into our device ecosystem."

"The initial setup is easy."

"I am easily able to manage devices and assets, especially laptops and desktops."

"I like the tool's integration with Apple. Anyone who creates an ID in Intune will get an Apple ID."

"The performance of Microsoft Intune is good."

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"Relatively easy for support staff and employees to use and provides us with the control we needed to deploy our BYOD program internally."

"We have found the ability to manage user accounts on shared devices valuable as it reduces the need for multiple licenses, which saves costs."

"Whenever I need to check my email with my mobile phone, Citrix Endpoint Management is essential for our firm."

"For mail containerization, Citrix Endpoint Management is very good, for document reading is very good, and if I have in-house applications, then if I want to publish them without compromising the data, then it's very good."

"A valuable feature of Citrix Endpoint Management is that it's stable. The stability is not a challenge among the move to the cloud."

"We have seen improvements in compliance management on the devices."

"ShareFile, in particular, is valuable with its ease of sharing, and the best category security that is in the hands of users."

"Using the ZDM, the administrators are able to control the device remotely and send us remote wipe command instantly."

More Citrix Endpoint Management pros

"The user interface is user-friendly."

"The security features in Ivanti Neurons for MDM are very effective, which is why we have been distributing it for the past 15 years."

"The most valuable feature is that everything is in one place, which makes it easy to manage."

"The most valuable features of MobileIron UEM are tunneling and enterprise integration."

"The products are quite good when they are operational."

"We have very good technical support; when we had big issues, the support was fantastic, I have nothing to complain about, and it was important for us to have that level of security from the company."

"The solution is good, it's effective in what it is able to achieve and it's easy to use."

"MobileIron UEM is a scalable solution."

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Cons

"The solution requires Mac support."

"There is room for improvement in integration and security as well."

"It could offer more attributes for authentication."

"One thing I feel Microsoft Intune could improve is troubleshooting visibility. In many cases, when a policy or application deployment fails, the error messages are a bit generic."

"One area where Microsoft Intune could be improved is troubleshooting and reporting."

"I switched away from Microsoft Intune because it cannot manage the MacBook very well."

"Not all technicians are knowledgeable of the Microsoft solution, so they have to work on that as well."

"Microsoft Intune is not as fast and extensive as traditional solutions such as SCCM and others."

More Microsoft Intune cons

"We have had challenges with the technical support of Citrix. It's not that great."

"For technical support of Citrix, I find they are responsive, but L1 is not very capable; this product requires some mature understanding, so sometimes they can handle small problems, but for major or architecture-related issues, their L3 or our L3 engineer helps them understand the problem."

"We have not encountered any issues with stability. But we have seen battery life is slightly drained faster."

"Remote control of this solution needs improvement."

"Support for inventory management of Apple devices should be added."

"There are challenges every now and then with the stability, but it is never anything that we cannot fix."

"Requires integrating with ABM before enabling some of the features."

"I think MDM can be improved and I think perhaps Microsoft Intune has a better MDM."

More Citrix Endpoint Management cons

"The release of new versions often goes in the wrong direction with Ivanti. The test team or the testing procedures are flawed because they release new versions with numerous basic issues."

"The MDM, asset management, and software spend management are areas that could have more improvement in Ivanti Neurons for MDM."

"I also found the UI to be quite complicated to work with, so it takes quite a bit of time to train any new staff and to get them to understand how the solution works."

"It was not an easy initial setup for us. It was a bit difficult and not really straightforward."

"UI needs an upgrade, feels very outdated."

"The interface is complicated and not very easy to use."

"We would like the initial setup to be simpler."

"The integration between the MobileIron and Advanced Neurons isn't completely in sync, and we're still working on that."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Intune is included in the Microsoft 365 licensing package that we have."

"It's bundled with Business Premium and an E3 license, which is beneficial. If you have to pay extra, it's pricey, but with the bundled package, it's acceptable. They recently increased the Business Premium pricing, which we don't appreciate. The price increase and yearly commitment are causing some problems for us."

"There is a cost benefit of using Microsoft Intune because of the packaging with other Microsoft products."

"I liked the tool's pricing until P2 came into effect. I am unsure about the current value versus the cost of the new licensing model."

"The price could be better."

"Pricing depends on the features. Microsoft offers special packages if there are more than 10,000 users, and you may be able to get a reduced rate."

"I am satisfied with the pricing."

"The purchase of the product was handled by someone else."

More Microsoft Intune pricing and cost advice

"The licensing costs vary depending on the customer and the licensing model. We have three main types: per-user, subscription, and concurrent user licenses, plus a user-based model."

"My impression is that MobileIron is very expensive."

"The price of MobileIron UEM is very good."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Government

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

10%

Government

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	189
Midsize Enterprise	65
Large Enterprise	185

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	5

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	3

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Citrix Endpoint Management?

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What is your primary use case for Citrix Endpoint Management?

Generally, Citrix Endpoint Management ( /products/citrix-endpoint-management-reviews ) is used to containerize the co...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Citrix Endpoint Management?

The setup cost pricing for Citrix Endpoint Management varies; I can say $3,000 per user license for setup, and deploy...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MobileIron UEM?

The pricing is comparable to Microsoft Intune, but Ivanti Neurons for MDM offers many features and innovation.

What needs improvement with MobileIron UEM?

Windows devices could be improved, as we are more familiar with client-managed devices where we install the applicati...

What is your primary use case for MobileIron UEM?

We are working with MDM requirements for major purposes alongside other products including mobile application managem...

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Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

MobileManager, Zenprise, XenMobile

MobileIron UEM, MobileIron Unified Endpoint Management, MobileIron EMM, MobileIron Enterprise Mobility Management

Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

Microsoft

Citrix Endpoint Management offers streamlined deployment, secure application delivery, and centralized management for iOS and Android platforms. It supports BYOD initiatives, with data housed in a data center, enhancing security and compliance.

Citrix Endpoint Management serves as a unified tool for managing diverse devices such as mobile phones, laptops, and IoT gadgets. It facilitates mobile device management, containerizes corporate applications, and supports BYOD for secure data access, further enabling remote management, troubleshooting, and application deployment. Users benefit from a flexible transition from on-premise to cloud models, optimizing user experience through proactive monitoring.

What are the key features of Citrix Endpoint Management?

Ease of Deployment: Quick and straightforward setup across platforms.
Secure Application Delivery: Safe distribution of apps, ensuring data protection.
Centralized Management: Streamlined management for iOS, Android, and other platforms.
BYOD Support: Secures personal devices with localized data for compliance.
Improved Compliance Management: Ensures adherence to security regulations.
Shared Device Management: Minimizes licensing costs with shared accounts.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Enhanced Security: Strong data protection for all managed devices.
Diverse Platform Support: Flexible management across multiple device types.
Cost Efficiency: Reduced expenses through shared accounts and flexible deployment.
Proactive Monitoring: Improved user experience with timely issue detection.

In healthcare, Citrix Endpoint Management streamlines device management for secure data handling, ensuring compliance with regulations. Retailers use it to enhance customer experience with efficient management and monitoring, while educational institutions deploy it to manage and secure remote learning environments.

Citrix

Ivanti Neurons for MDM offers centralized management for mobile devices and endpoints, enhancing security and efficiency with a strong user-friendly interface.

Ivanti Neurons for MDM provides effective control with zero-touch capabilities, compliance reports, and advanced dashboards. Organizations use it to enhance endpoint security and streamline device management with seamless enterprise integration. Despite its strengths, improvements are needed in setup simplicity, interface intuitiveness, and support services. It handles app deployment and patch management well but struggles with basic testing and integration issues on version releases.

What are the standout features?

Zero-touch capability: Enables efficient initial setup without user intervention.
Advanced security: Protects endpoints with robust security measures.
Compliance reports: Generates reports to ensure adherence to required standards.
Patch management: Manages updates across devices to maintain security.
Dashboards: Provides a comprehensive graphical overview of device statuses.
Tunneling: Secures data transfer through encrypted tunnels.

What benefits should users expect?

Automation for efficiency: Reduces manual workloads through automated processes.
Scalability: Supports the growing needs of expanding organizations.
Device inventory visibility: Offers clear views of device distribution and use.
Customer service: Provides support and assistance to ensure operational continuity.

Ivanti Neurons for MDM is implemented across industries to manage mobile devices and endpoints, whether on-premise or cloud-based. Companies in the Philippines utilize it for remote management and app distribution, especially useful for internal app development in remote work environments.

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Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway

Miami Marlins, Exelon, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company (LG&E and KU), Flex, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company

Frontier Airlines

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