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Ivanti Endpoint Manager vs ManageEngine Endpoint Central comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 1, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.6
Microsoft Intune enhances efficiency and ROI by reducing IT workload, costs, and leveraging existing licenses with robust security features.
Sentiment score
2.1
Ivanti Endpoint Manager enhances efficiency and security, reducing downtime and workload while proving valuable despite unquantified ROI.
Sentiment score
6.3
ManageEngine Endpoint Central delivers rapid ROI through automation, enhancing productivity and cost savings, despite some challenges.
Everything we've gained from it makes my job easier day after day, and I see value in it as an engineer.
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Microsoft Intune not only saves costs by reducing the number of personnel needed but also offers a comprehensive solution for managing laptops, applications, security, individual access, and enrollment.
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
Importantly, when someone leaves the company, it helps protect document access on their devices.
Channels & Alliances Head at Link Development
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.5
Microsoft Intune support varies; some users laud quick help, others cite delays and issues, premium support is generally better.
Sentiment score
4.2
Ivanti Endpoint Manager support is responsive and expert, despite occasional language barriers, providing quick resolutions and interactive assistance.
Sentiment score
5.0
ManageEngine Endpoint Central customer service receives mixed reviews, with praise for promptness and professionalism but criticisms on communication and documentation.
When a support ticket is submitted, it directly reaches someone with Intune support expertise.
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
When I contacted Microsoft, they had the same expertise, if not more, which is phenomenal because I felt heard and my problem was solved.
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Sometimes, the support provided is excellent, and the representative is knowledgeable, while other times, the service needs improvement.
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
It's always better to jump on a call and share screen, which they are willing to do rather than just going through a list of troubleshooting steps.
Information Technology Support Engineer at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
Their technical support is generally good in terms of quality and speed.
Cloud Administrator - Edtech Architecture And Operations at Dallas Independent School District
They provided detailed information that helped me convince the security team to approve the necessary port openings.
Senior Consultant at Infosys
The support team is available via chat and will create a ticket if they're not available, providing assistance even for small issues.
Manager - IT at Milliman
While they are generally good, there could be improvements in their response times to align with our SLAs.
Infrastructure Lead at Dar Global
The technical support is good because we are in direct contact with the development team technician in India.
Ict Manager at a transportation company with 201-500 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Microsoft Intune is scalable and flexible, ideal for various enterprises, though improvements are needed for macOS and iOS devices.
Sentiment score
5.6
Ivanti Endpoint Manager efficiently scales and manages growth for mid-sized and large organizations with robust support and adaptability.
Sentiment score
7.7
ManageEngine Endpoint Central scales well, managing numerous endpoints efficiently with flexible deployment and integration options for various infrastructures.
The scalability of Microsoft Intune is ten out of ten.
Solutions Architect at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Ideally, we want to automatically segregate devices based on user properties like primary use, but currently, dynamic groups seem limited to device properties.
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
It supports organizations with 200 endpoints and those with more than 15,000 endpoints.
Director at Provisioned
I rate the scalability of Ivanti Endpoint Manager around seven to eight because it offers options to manage the devices effectively, requiring only the addition of licenses.
Senior Consultant at Infosys
Ivanti Endpoint Manager is indeed scalable.
Manager - Technical Support at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
I would rate scalability as eight as well; the ability to scale is a good point.
Ict Manager at a transportation company with 201-500 employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.6
Microsoft Intune is generally stable and reliable, with minor issues attributed to environmental factors rather than inherent instability.
Sentiment score
7.1
Ivanti Endpoint Manager is stable and reliable, with minimal downtime, effective compliance, but requires regular updates for optimal performance.
Sentiment score
7.9
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is favored for its stability, reliability, prompt issue resolution, and high user ratings despite minor lags.
We have not experienced downtime, bugs, or glitches.
Head of IT at TWM SOLICITORS LLP
It appears Microsoft Intune undergoes changes without informing customers.
Support Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Microsoft Intune has been very stable.
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Regarding stability and reliability, I have never seen the server go down or any functionality taken offline.
Senior Consultant at Infosys
Due to the large number of devices in our environment, when we load the console for the first time, it takes a while to update the database.
Cloud Administrator - Edtech Architecture And Operations at Dallas Independent School District
For stability, once you get the system up and running, it's consistently stable without any lagging, crashing, or downtime.
Information Technology Support Engineer at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
ManageEngine prefers not to display any information if it cannot be properly gathered.
Solutions Consultant at Team Computers
The product is very stable, especially with the cloud version.
IT Manager at Alpine Creations Ltd
We haven't encountered issues very frequently.
Manager - IT at Milliman
 

Room For Improvement

Microsoft Intune needs improvements in reporting, integration, real-time policy application, device compliance, and enhanced user interface simplicity.
Ivanti Endpoint Manager needs UI enhancements, easier integration, better reporting, improved support, and enhanced compatibility with Active Directory.
Users seek better QA, Linux support, integration, UI, and cloud features with enhanced deployment, reporting, and pricing in Endpoint Central.
Features like unlocking devices sometimes fail, and the support offered for other operating systems is insufficient.
Strategy & Portfolio Advisor at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees
There are communication issues, so you might start working with a feature without knowing if it will be deprecated six months from now.
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Many third-party companies offer single-pane-of-glass reporting that shows you what your update environment looks like, how your patch is doing, application status, etc., but Intune's reporting is not intuitive.
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
It lacks features like easy connection to remote computers and has a complicated software deployment process.
Information Technology Modern Workplace Management at Viscofan SA
I would suggest improvements in the console interface of the Ivanti Endpoint Manager as it appears outdated, reminiscent of the early 2000s.
Wintel Administrator at Fourth Dimension Technologies
When we offboard a user, sending the wipe command or lock command is slightly slower than Workspace ONE.
Information Technology Support Engineer at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
It would be great if there was a smarter solution to address this issue.
IT Manager at Alpine Creations Ltd
Endpoint Central does not support Linux, which makes it challenging to patch Linux machines using commands.
Manager - IT at Milliman
A better monitoring tool to analyze network traffic related to patch management would be something good to see inside the product.
Ict Manager at a transportation company with 201-500 employees
 

Setup Cost

Microsoft Intune offers cost-effective integration with Microsoft 365, providing competitive pricing and value through flexible licensing and bundling.
Ivanti Endpoint Manager offers economical on-premises pricing, flexibility in modular licensing, but SaaS is costly without enhancements.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is cost-effective for endpoint management, though licensing complexity and variable pricing may apply.
Introductory professional services, like a fast-track service, were included with our E5 membership, and there have been no additional costs.
Senior Systems Architect IV at a aerospace/defense firm with 10,001+ employees
The Intune suite and add-ons, such as batch management and remote help, are costly.
Technical Sales Professional (Microsoft Modern Workplace) at Alnafitha IT
It costs approximately forty euros per user per month.
Cyber Security Officer at Gudu
The transition to a Software-as-a-Service model led to significant price increases without corresponding enhancements in the platform.
Information Technology Modern Workplace Management at Viscofan SA
Ivanti Endpoint Manager charges a flat fee for the implementation and product purchase, followed by yearly maintenance
Information Technology Support Engineer at a tech consulting company with 11-50 employees
ManageEngine products offer reasonable prices for their product quality.
Manager - IT at Milliman
The pricing is cheaper compared to other MDM products.
IT Specialist at zLink,Inc
I would rate the pricing as seven; it is quite expensive from my point of view for ManageEngine Endpoint Central.
Ict Manager at a transportation company with 201-500 employees
 

Valuable Features

Microsoft Intune offers seamless cloud integration, security, and flexible device management across platforms, enhancing productivity and administration efficiency.
Ivanti Endpoint Manager excels in patch management, remote capabilities, centralized control, user-friendly interface, and efficient IT operations management.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central provides centralized IT management, enhancing security, troubleshooting, and software deployment across multiple operating systems.
Intune excels in configuration and compliance management for Windows 10, ensuring devices receive timely updates and adhere to organizational standards.
Microsoft Practice Lead at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Dynamic groups allow us to set conditions for automatic membership, eliminating the need for user intervention or manual review and ensuring a seamless workflow.
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management.
Director at Provisioned
It provided essential features needed for our operations, including endpoint management and remote control.
Information Technology Modern Workplace Management at Viscofan SA
From the features perspective, distribution packages is the best feature in the Ivanti Endpoint Manager.
Wintel Administrator at Fourth Dimension Technologies
The most valuable feature of the Ivanti Endpoint Manager is the Windows update patching.
Cloud Administrator - Edtech Architecture And Operations at Dallas Independent School District
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is straightforward to use and implement.
IT Manager at Alpine Creations Ltd
ManageEngine Endpoint Central has significantly simplified my device management practices.
Infrastructure Lead at Dar Global
The GUI of Endpoint Central is very user-friendly, which simplifies the process of training new users.
Manager - IT at Milliman
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Intune
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Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
1st
Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
305
Ranking in other categories
Configuration Management (2nd), Remote Access (2nd), Microsoft Security Suite (1st)
Ivanti Endpoint Manager
Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
5th
Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
5.6
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
ManageEngine Endpoint Central
Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
3rd
Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
69
Ranking in other categories
Client Desktop Management (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 29.6%, down from 36.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ivanti Endpoint Manager is 1.7%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ManageEngine Endpoint Central is 7.2%, up from 6.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Microsoft Intune29.6%
ManageEngine Endpoint Central7.2%
Ivanti Endpoint Manager1.7%
Other61.49999999999999%
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
 

Featured Reviews

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.
VG
Wintel Administrator at Fourth Dimension Technologies
Centralized management simplifies software distribution and patch management
From the features perspective, distribution packages is the best feature in the Ivanti Endpoint Manager. We create tasks for patching or distributing software, appliances, or MSA files and schedule them. We create repair groups, push appliances, create drives, and map shared drives to distribution packages. It distributes the groups included in those packages across our entire network. It is easy to deploy appliances or applications, including OS to workstations within a single click. We can see any missing patches or vulnerabilities. It is very useful for troubleshooting and identifying patches, whether missing or installed. I would suggest including an option to manage multiple clients in future releases. For example, as a managed service provider, if I use Ivanti Endpoint Manager for one client, can I deploy or use the same server to manage other clients or multiple sites or region clients? That feature would be beneficial for managing multiple domains within a single appliance.
SR
Manager - IT at Milliman
The user-friendly interface and effective patch management streamline server maintenance
There are times when we have a particular software installed in our system, but we do not receive patches for it from Endpoint Central. The support team mentions that the software may not be updated in their database yet, which requires us to raise a request for their database update. This lack of regular database updates has been an issue. Additionally, Endpoint Central does not support Linux, which makes it challenging to patch Linux machines using commands. Support for Linux, such as CentOS or Ubuntu, would be highly beneficial.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
19%
Outsourcing Company
14%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business117
Midsize Enterprise46
Large Enterprise152
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business3
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise6
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business25
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise35
 

Questions from the Community

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What needs improvement with Ivanti Endpoint Manager?
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What is your primary use case for Ivanti Endpoint Manager?
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What advice do you have for others considering Ivanti Endpoint Manager?
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What do you like most about ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
Regarding the pricing of ManageEngine Endpoint Central, it depends on the region. In India, it is very cost-effective...
 

Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Ivanti Neurons for UEM
ManageEngine Desktop Central, Desktop Central, ManageEngine Desktop Management MSP
 

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Sample Customers

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Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Strathallan School, BMI Healthcare, Comercial Kywi, First Priority Federal Credit Union, Gerab National Enterprises
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