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SOTI MobiControl 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

SOTI MobiControl
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
8.0
Number of Reviews
52
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (10th)
Windows Autopilot
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
Mobile Device Management (MDM) (6th)
 

Featured Reviews

Shailesh S. Moogi - PeerSpot reviewer
Regional Manager Presales & Training at QodeNext India Private Limited
Has improved mobile device management through features such as geofencing, firmware upgrades, and centralized control
One of the best features of SOTI MobiControl is that it is one of the oldest MDM solutions available. There are many features such as geofencing with map integration, APK upgrade, firmware upgrade, and it provides battery status, device status, and more. SOTI MobiControl impacts organizations positively because customers want an application MDM solution for managing their mobile devices from a central control. They have given good feedback and were happy with the solution.
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

"We can do auto patch updates using SOTI, and SOTI has been well placed in terms of the number of endpoints it can handle."
"When you get customer service tied in with a reasonably-priced service and product, there really is no other reason to go anywhere else."
"When we use SOTI for SAP, if there is an issue where the user cannot connect, we can work on it by remoting to the device, getting some logs and finding if the problem is with the software, SAP, with the network, or maybe the end-user is doing something wrong with his scanner."
"It is a scalable solution."
"If you want total control over the device, then this solution is a good option."
"SOTI MobiControl has greatly benefited the Information Services department of our organisation, as well as the users of the device."
"Because we have a custom, business-to-business applications, the solution's deployment features give us the ability to control the deployment of new versions. We can granularly decide which people or which phone receive updates. It's kind of like having your own "app store" and being able to control what you deploy on the phones... You can see how the deployment is happening; if it's going well or not."
"We are a solution provider, and we recommend the SOTI solution each time we have a request."
"The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations."
"Windows Autopilot is very stable."
"The solution is very stable."
"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."
"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 effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation."
"The way Windows Autopilot assists in automated setup and streamlined deployment is great."
 

Cons

"The main feature that we would like to have with Soti is the ability to push an iOS update without having people come to my office. That is the main reason why we went with Soti. And that feature is not working on my version."
"One issue is that if someone is using an Apple device and they're on the SIM card for data, it does not push the SOTI management system through immediately. It only works when you have it on WiFi. That's something I've noticed as we're troubleshooting and deploying devices into the field."
"I can't speak to any improvements to my organization right now because I don't have a functioning MDM."
"Maybe if there were tiers, it would be better as then companies could lower the pricing by going to the lower deployment model."
"They could organize the software a little bit better, where you access things on the console. It seems like I have to click in three different places in order to get it to go to one area. I should be able to access pretty much any point of the server, whatever I need to touch, from a panel, without having to go click on a menu, then click on the profiles, then click over on Server and go back up to the top and click on the type of device that I have, just to get my applications to show."
"I would like them to improve the process of enrolling Android devices. It's much more difficult to enroll Android devices than it is Windows CE devices."
"For the most part, the application deployment works well; occasionally, when moving a gun, we have to manually intervene when working with the setup."
"The remote screen of the solution gets stuck at times. So, that needs to be improved."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."
"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."
"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."
"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is an expensive product."
"There are additional costs if you want to use extra features."
"SOTI MobiControl is a cheap solution."
"The price is average. SOTI manages the price according to the type of client they have. I would rate the cost as five out of ten."
"I thought pricing was kind of high, but I believe that Soti is probably the best out there for this type of software, so there's not much I can do about that. The licensing is annual, per device."
"The product is less expensive than one of its competitors."
"Pricing is okay, but when you buy your renewal of licenses - at the end of the period or the year - if you have a lot of devices, obviously, it's going to increase. In the end, it's kind of expensive."
"The product is reasonably priced at the moment."
"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
Manufacturing Company
15%
Computer Software Company
9%
Retailer
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Educational Organization
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise24
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Large Enterprise2
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SOTI MobiControl?
The most valuable features of the solution are containerization and app control.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SOTI MobiControl?
I rate the pricing as an eight, which indicates it is on the more expensive side. However, I am not responsible for billing, that is handled by the finance team. I believe the price could be lower,...
What needs improvement with SOTI MobiControl?
The improvements can depend on various factors. Since I handle the technical side, I'm not concerned about the costing. As long as the UI gives me the functionality the customer needs and displays ...
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...
 

Also Known As

MobiControl
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Sample Customers

Citizen Mexico, Sanctuary Housing, PENINSULA HOTELS, East Orange High School, Andrews Distributing, Amey Plc, American Airlines
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