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Kandji vs Windows Autopilot comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Kandji
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
Vulnerability Management (18th), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (3rd), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (13th)
Windows Autopilot
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
8th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category, the mindshare of Kandji is 4.7%, up from 3.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows Autopilot is 4.2%, down from 4.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Device Management (MDM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Kandji4.7%
Windows Autopilot4.2%
Other91.1%
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
 

Featured Reviews

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SysAdmin at a recreational facilities/services company with 11-50 employees
Strong security structure has supported fast Mac and iOS administration with minimal IT effort
One area for improvement for Kandji would be having a bigger suite of applications. I noticed that some of the niche apps our data software firm needs were not in the regular library. We were able to use the custom app feature to create those apps ourselves, but I would love it if Kandji could expand the library. I also wish Kandji could lock down different ports on MacBooks based on which ones we wanted to shut down, and I hope there is an easier way to sandbox people's bring your own device devices because when we're doing SOC 2, it really wants us to sandbox things so that if someone were to take a device that is not ours, we could delete just our data off there and not theirs. An improvement needed for Kandji would be the ability to remote into devices. I would appreciate something that is really reliable for that without having to buy third-party software.
ShubhamAgarwal - PeerSpot reviewer
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.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Kandji has positively impacted our organization by making it so we feel confident in our security structure, and we feel confident that we can pass SOC 2 every year because we know that Kandji is doing what it says it's doing."
"Everything is now compliant and controlled, and we know where each device is, with all updates pushed and managed and licenses that they do not require."
"The customer support at Kandji is phenomenal and is the best I have experienced from any vendor."
"Kandji has positively impacted my organization by simplifying the management of the Apple fleet."
"Kandji has positively impacted my organization by providing remote and quick support."
"Kandji has positively impacted our organization by making it easy to manage all of our MacBook devices and applications."
"After switching to Kandji, we have seen a return on investment, specifically in human resource savings."
"Kandji has positively impacted my organization because it helps us be more secure and enforce compliance."
"It is the only choice if you're managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure."
"Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly."
"Its most valuable feature is imaging, it takes very less time for processing."
"Windows Autopilot is very stable."
"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 way Windows Autopilot assists in automated setup and streamlined deployment is great."
"The solution is very stable."
 

Cons

"Kandji can definitely be improved by the complexity. I feel we cannot necessarily tweak the Blueprints in the ways that we need to or there are just complex one-off situations where we need more customization and more ability to run custom scripts."
"There are certain limitations with blueprints where each machine can only have one or must have a blueprint, which is frustrating since certain machines may not need to have a blueprint straight away for testing."
"One way Kandji can be improved is through pricing, as other market providers comparatively have a lower price."
"While it might be on the expensive side compared to Jamf Pro, it is closer in pricing to other MDMs such as Microsoft Intune, which comes with the EMS E3 license, making it potentially pricey for startups, yet a good cost for established enterprises."
"One area for improvement for Kandji would be having a bigger suite of applications."
"I rated Kandji an eight because the laptop needs to be connected to Wi-Fi to erase it."
"I think Kandji could be improved with a better UI."
"One thing I have noticed is that Kandji is mainly for Mac devices."
"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."
"We encounter issues with re-registering devices in the Azure domain."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"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."
"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."
"I think they can improve the time it takes to provide the exact solution which will assist in rectifying a particular issue."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Users have to pay a yearly licensing fee for Kandji, which is expensive."
"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
Comms Service Provider
13%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Outsourcing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business6
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise7
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Large Enterprise2
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Kandji?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that we are using nearly 100 machines in Kandji, which comes to around more than 10,000 dollars. I do not remember exactly, but it comes to ...
What needs improvement with Kandji?
One thing I have noticed is that Kandji is mainly for Mac devices. We cannot manage Windows devices on Kandji. This is one piece of feedback I have. If, in the future, Kandji can help us manage Win...
What is your primary use case for Kandji?
Kandji, which is now called Hero, is used for mobile device management. We use it to manage Mac devices, Apple devices, and iPhones to secure those devices, push policies, and push profiles. I am p...
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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