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Windows Autopilot pros and cons

Vendor: Microsoft
4.0 out of 5
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PROS

Windows Autopilot is praised for its stability.
The automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices are highly valued.
Automation in managing deployments streamlines the setup process and yields consistent results.
It is regarded as essential for managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure due to its automation features.
The automation features allow for preset regulations and configurations, enhancing the deployment process.

CONS

Microsoft should allow automatic addition of license serial numbers to Windows Autopilot without relying on the device manufacturer.
Issues with re-registering devices in Azure domain need to be addressed.
An executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal would facilitate use.
Azure and Intune platform often experience service outages affecting availability.
Azure and Intune platform often experience service outages affecting availability.
 

Windows Autopilot Pros review quotes

BENDER BENEDICT - PeerSpot reviewer
L3 Technical Support Engineer at SV Gaming Limited
Nov 29, 2022
The solution is very stable.
Timothy Brian Chiacchira - PeerSpot reviewer
Ivanti Endpoint Administrator Contractor for Southwire at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Aug 17, 2023
Its most valuable feature is imaging, it takes very less time for processing.
Amine Kamel - PeerSpot reviewer
IT and Partnership Manager at a government with 11-50 employees
Jan 25, 2024
Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly.
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Mark-Morris - PeerSpot reviewer
Cloud Solution Specialist & End User Architect at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Nov 11, 2024
The most effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation.
NF
Project Manager at Freedom Systems Inc.
Feb 11, 2025
The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations.
 

Windows Autopilot Cons review quotes

BENDER BENEDICT - PeerSpot reviewer
L3 Technical Support Engineer at SV Gaming Limited
Nov 29, 2022
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.
Timothy Brian Chiacchira - PeerSpot reviewer
Ivanti Endpoint Administrator Contractor for Southwire at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Aug 17, 2023
We encounter issues with re-registering devices in the Azure domain.
Amine Kamel - PeerSpot reviewer
IT and Partnership Manager at a government with 11-50 employees
Jan 25, 2024
They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users.
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880,490 professionals have used our research since 2012.
Mark-Morris - PeerSpot reviewer
Cloud Solution Specialist & End User Architect at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Nov 11, 2024
The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages.
NF
Project Manager at Freedom Systems Inc.
Feb 11, 2025
Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly.