IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson vs Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager comparison

IBM and Ivanti are both solutions in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category. IBM is ranked #16 with an average rating of 8.3, while Ivanti is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.0. IBM holds a 0.4% mindshare in UEM, compared to Ivanti’s 2.1% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Ivanti users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson and Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Microsoft Intune

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 22.3%, down from 32.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager is 2.1%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	22.3%
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson	0.4%
Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager	2.1%
Other	75.2%

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

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Varun Mehra

collaboration support engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees

Centralized device management has transformed security and streamlined remote provisioning

One area where Microsoft Intune can improve is the user interface. Sometimes the portal feels a bit complex and not very intuitive, especially for new users, and it can take time to find specific settings. Another point is troubleshooting. While logs are available, the diagnostic policies and sync issues can still be time-consuming and not very straightforward. I also feel that reporting could be more detailed and customizable. The built-in reports are helpful, but for deeper insights, I often need to rely on additional tools. Overall, it is a strong solution, but improving usability and troubleshooting experience would make it even better. While Microsoft Intune works very well within the Microsoft ecosystem, the integration of some third-party tools could be smoother and require less customization. Support is another area that could improve, as sometimes response times can be slow, and resolving complex issues may take longer than expected. In terms of features, I think more advanced automation and built-in remediation options would be helpful since common issues can be fixed automatically without manual intervention.

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Hehic Faith

Information Technology Manager at DuPont

Centralized device control has reduced data costs and protects lost mobiles and tablets

Synchronization is a problem sometimes, and I suggest that IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson should improve by making the user interface more user-friendly. It feels pretty average, which gives a hard time for new users. It should be more user-friendly and intuitive. IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson should reduce the cost of the per-device subscription, because when you have a lot of devices like our organization has, it becomes pretty expensive to manage all the devices. It should also allow simplified device management. The cost reduction of 30 to 40% is primarily from reduced device losses, less manual work for admins, and other factors. The more devices you have to manage, the more the cost, especially because they bill per device. In our case, IBM Security MaaS360 can be a bit expensive. It could be less expensive for a small organization dealing with a few devices. The setting is slightly complicated because of the unintuitive interface.

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Sanjay Mukhopadhyay

Director - Sales & Operations - India at Intertec Systems

A solid low-code builder that helps build workflows and processes in a variety of settings

It's not complex, but you need certified skills for setup to be easy. It is different for an L1 resource, who has a basic understanding of things and may not be a developer who deeply understands how to build up the solution, where that understanding is present with an L3 or L2 resource. For maintenance, you need at least one skill set for each module. You would need one for UEM and one more for MDM, which is the ideal way to do it unless you have people who know the modules in and out. We have a larger team for IT service management because the demand for IT service management is high, but we can see that for other modules as well 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 performance of Microsoft Intune is good."

"I appreciate how easy it is to deploy certificates to end users to get control over their device with Microsoft Intune; that's what Microsoft Intune is known for, and that's what we use them for."

"It is quite policy-enabled, so you can build pretty much any policy to manage remote endpoints."

"We have a BYOD policy, and this solution helps us manage our devices."

"Microsoft Endpoint Manager is not expensive overall, especially for small environments."

"The best features include the management, which is quite good, and endpoints."

"The Mobile Device Management in Intune is a valuable feature."

"I have no issues with the scalability and ability to expand Microsoft Intune."

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"IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has positively impacted our organization by improving our security posture through effectively managing and securing mobile devices, apps, and content."

"IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has positively impacted my organization by enabling us to manage all our devices in one place, settle all the issues remotely through troubleshooting, and it allows the AI feature for reporting."

"Everything since we started using IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has been phenomenal, especially security, which has improved overall on our devices and our data."

"Ivanti is really good. They have a very good vulnerability database in which even if it is used for other products like BMC or Microsoft, the vulnerabilities and patching database is well filtered and very well documented."

"The most valuable feature of Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager, which my company mainly uses, is patching. Another valuable feature of Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager is that it allows you to view the inventory list of the different machines."

"It provides security features for unified endpoint management."

"The most valuable features of the solution are accessing the data through the mobiles and meeting with the compliance for security best practices."

"The best part about Ivanti and Matrix 42 is that they are low-code solution builders with drag-and-drop capabilities regarding service management."

"The solution's most valuable features are its patch management functionality and provisioning."

"The key differentiator is that it manages mobile devices and laptops in the same console. Windows and Linux are on the same console. This is the only product that does this. It's really the best in the industry."

"Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager is cloud-based, which aids in deployment."

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Cons

"It would really be helpful to have the option to manage server operating systems as well, like Windows Server, at least. That way, we could scrap the use of SCCM, which requires a lot of on-premises infrastructure."

"Having a dedicated configuration server that assists in modifying the configuration service, and creating personalized structures, interfaces, and web services could enhance usability."

"Microsoft Intune needs to improve the initial login process."

"If we could remote into a device, it would be great. Currently, we cannot directly connect to the user device. We have to use other tools such as VMware for connecting to devices."

"The solution could improve by having better integration with Apple."

"The technical support could be improved."

"I think that there is room for improvement with the reporting. If this is done, it will be a better product."

"Yes, there are a couple of issues with stability."

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"Synchronization is a problem sometimes, and I suggest that IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson should improve by making the user interface more user-friendly."

"One area IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson can be improved is that once a device is lost, I have to continue to pay for the license, which should be looked upon and configured otherwise."

"Cost can also be a challenge, as this tool may come with a significant cost, particularly for organizations managing a large number of devices."

"It could benefit from faster integration with new technologies, such as quicker adaptation to Windows updates. Additionally, more advanced customization options would be valuable."

"If I want to integrate the solution with any other solution, pushing the policies from the Ivanti side is a bit tough."

"The product's blocking definition needs improvement."

"One of the features that Ivanti could improve is patching for non-Windows settings, such as Linux and Ubuntu."

"When you open a new mobile, you automatically come onboard the mobile on the Ivanti platform but it needs some improvements."

"Some of the GUI features need improvement. In particular, navigation could be better optimized for quick navigation by the user."

"When you open a new mobile, you automatically come onboard the mobile on the Ivanti platform but it needs some improvements."

"The solution needs a complete overhaul or makeover. It gets stuck sometimes because they're focusing on the cloud UEM stuff rather than paying as much attention to that particular piece. The ease of use could be improved. It combines many different functionalities that you would need multiple servers like SCCM. If I wanted to train people, I’d move to a higher level from an Apache architect. There are five or six different products. So, training functional staff to use the product can be challenging because it can sometimes be cumbersome. Reporting is challenging. We use Avanti extraction to report off an endpoint. We don't use the reporting because of the need for more functionality, granularity, or customization."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Intune is included with our F3 and E5 licenses."

"I would rate the price a four out of ten with ten being the most expensive."

"It's affordable. It's cheaper if you have an Office 365, E5, or E3 subscription because everything is there."

"Microsoft Intune has been incorporated into our Microsoft E5 licenses."

"The price for Intune is fair."

"All security solutions worldwide are expensive. Microsoft has allowed a small scale of features within Microsoft Intune for cost-efficient solutions. If you want the full suite, you need to invest more to gain better security features."

"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."

"No one can compete with Microsoft when it comes to price, and the features it is offering."

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"The solution is pretty expensive."

"On a scale of one to ten, where ten is the highest, and one is the cheapest, I rate its pricing a five."

"Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager is more expensive than some of the products I've used. It follows module-based licensing, so it would be more costly if you had more modules. Your costs depend on what modules you need."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is low and ten is high, I rate the solution's pricing ten out of ten."

"The product is expensive."

"The pricing is relatively high compared to some competitors."

"The licensing is based on assets for MDM or EM, where you need one license per asset. The license is annual, and it is not very expensive."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

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Manufacturing Company

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Government

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Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	157
Midsize Enterprise	59
Large Enterprise	181

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Small Business	1
Large Enterprise	14

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Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	5

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

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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.

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IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson, a proven enterprise mobility management platform, provides seamless integration of security and productivity features powered by AI technology.

IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson helps organizations maintain secure access and management of mobile devices, applications, and content. Its AI capabilities improve threat intelligence, enabling IT departments to efficiently manage endpoints while ensuring robust data protection. Highly appreciated for its flexible deployment and ease of integration, this platform stands out for its AI-driven insights which aid in proactive security measures.

What are the key features of IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson?

AI-Powered Threat Management: Enhance threat detection and mitigation using Watson’s AI capabilities.
Comprehensive Device Management: Manage devices across different operating systems from a unified interface.
Secure Containerization: Safeguard corporate data in secure containers on mobile devices.
Advanced Analytics: Provide valuable insights for improved decision-making and threat response.

What benefits and ROI can be expected from IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson?

Increased Efficiency: Streamlined processes for IT teams resulting in time savings.
Enhanced Security: Improved protection of corporate data and reduced risk of breaches.
Cost-Effectiveness: Optimize operations potentially leading to cost savings over time.
Scalability: Adaptability to evolving business needs.

IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson implementations span various industries including healthcare, finance, and education. In healthcare, it ensures secure management of devices that access sensitive patient data while complying with regulations. In finance, it helps manage mobile endpoints accessing sensitive financial information, enhancing data security. Education institutions use it to manage and monitor devices used in learning environments, ensuring a safe and controlled digital landscape.

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Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager combines a powerful vulnerability database with cloud-based deployment, facilitating mobile and OS management while enhancing security.

The platform features efficient patch management, remote control, and data access via mobile devices. Its unified console supports asset tracking across Windows, Mac, and Android, improving security patching processes. With inventory management, low-code workflow builders, built-in compliance, and an appealing UI, it manages thousands of devices, though it requires improvements in mobile onboarding, agent troubleshooting, and non-Windows patching. Some challenges exist with policy integration and IT tool integration, while comprehensive training is essential due to its wide range of functionalities.

What are the key features of Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager?

Unified Console: Streamlines management of mobile devices and operating systems.
Cloud-Based Deployment: Simplifies setup and reduces overhead.
Vulnerability Database: Enhances identification and patching of security risks.
Remote Control: Facilitates device management and data access remotely.
Low-Code Workflow Builders: Allows easy customization without extensive coding.

Which benefits should users expect when evaluating Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager?

Improved Security Compliance: Ensures alignment with security best practices.
Operational Efficiency: Automates patch deployment and asset tracking.
User Satisfaction: Gains from an intuitive and visually appealing interface.
Multi-OS Support: Manages Windows, Mac, and Android devices effectively.

Ivanti Endpoint Security for Endpoint Manager is implemented across industries for enhanced security patching, mobile device management, and data compliance. Companies utilize its features for managing personal and corporate data separately to prevent data leaks and breaches. The system enables efficient management of device fleets, though Mac management has noted limitations.

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Otkritie Bank, France T_l_visions, MBDA, 21st Century Oncology, Sealed Air Corporation, Granite School District, The Bunker, The MAC Services Group, Adams 12 Five Star Schools District, AlliedBarton Security Services, Mohawk Industries, Sun National Bank

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