Addigy vs Iru (formerly Kandji)
A head-to-head comparison across 10 scoring categories, pricing, OS coverage, and real-world fit.
Category Radar
Visual overlay of both platforms across all 10 scoring dimensions.
Category Breakdown
Score comparison across each of the 10 evaluation categories.
Feature Highlights
The 5 individual features with the biggest score difference between these two platforms.
Azure AD / Entra ID Integration
Native integration with Microsoft Entra ID for identity-driven management, conditional access, and SSO. Foundation for zero-trust architectures in Microsoft environments.
Google Workspace Directory
Integrate with Google Workspace for user identity, group-based policy targeting, and device correlation. Essential for Google-centric IT ecosystems.
Okta / Third-Party IdP
Connect to Okta, Ping Identity, OneLogin, or other SAML/OIDC identity providers for unified identity management across heterogeneous environments.
ServiceNow / ITSM Integration
Native or certified integration with ServiceNow and ITSM platforms. Automate incident creation, CMDB asset sync, and service catalog workflows from MDM events.
Android Zero-Touch Enrollment
Google's enterprise enrollment program that configures Android devices on first boot. IT admins pre-assign enrollment profiles so devices connect to the MDM automatically, enabling mass deployment without manual intervention.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Addigy
Strengths
- Multi-tenant architecture designed specifically for MSP workflows
- LiveTerminal provides real-time remote shell access to macOS devices
- LiveDesktop enables live screen sharing for macOS troubleshooting
- Prebuilt Apps community catalog simplifies common app deployments
Weaknesses
- Apple-only with no Android, Windows, Linux, or ChromeOS support
- Higher pricing ($6–8/device/month) than Apple-focused competitors
- Limited third-party integrations compared to Jamf Pro
Iru (formerly Kandji)
Strengths
- Industry-leading Apple management with Managed OS, 120+ one-click restrictions, and DDM support
- Built-in EDR with behavioural analysis for macOS and Windows (no third-party tool needed)
- Assignment Maps provide visual, conditional policy logic unique in the market
- AI-powered compliance automation with adaptive evidence mapping for audit readiness
Weaknesses
- No Linux or ChromeOS support — Apple, Windows, and Android only
- Windows and Android features still maturing post-rebrand (less documentation depth)
- No published pricing — enterprise-custom only, estimated $4-15/device/month
Pricing Comparison
Addigy
Iru
OS Support
Operating system coverage across both platforms.
| Operating System | Addigy | Iru |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | ||
| macOS | ||
| Android | — | |
| Windows | — | |
| Total | 2 | 4 |
Our Recommendation
Iru (formerly Kandji) takes the overall lead with a score of 4.1/5.0, winning 10 of 10 categories.
Choose Iru (formerly Kandji) if:
Apple-first organisations expanding into Windows and Android, enterprises seeking unified endpoint management with built-in EDR
Choose Addigy if:
MSPs managing multiple Apple-only client environments
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