Hexnode UEM vs JumpCloud
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.
Custom Connector / Plugin Framework
Extensibility model for custom integrations: marketplace, SDK, partner connectors, or integration hub. Determines how easily the platform fits unique enterprise toolchains.
Conditional Access Policies
Real-time access decisions based on device compliance, user identity, location, and risk signals. Gates access to corporate apps and data based on dynamic trust evaluation.
Okta / Third-Party IdP
Connect to Okta, Ping Identity, OneLogin, or other SAML/OIDC identity providers for unified identity management across heterogeneous environments.
SAML / OIDC SSO
Single sign-on for the MDM admin console and end-user portals via SAML 2.0 or OpenID Connect. Reduces credential fatigue and enforces centralized authentication.
Samsung Knox Mobile Enrollment
Samsung's proprietary bulk enrollment for Galaxy devices. Extends Android Enterprise with Knox-specific security features including hardware-backed attestation and Samsung-exclusive configuration options.
Strengths & Weaknesses
Hexnode UEM
Strengths
- Widest OS coverage: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, tvOS, Fire OS, visionOS
- Five pricing tiers from $1 to $5.80/device/month offer flexibility for any budget
- Kiosk browser with URL filtering is a standout feature across all supported platforms
- No minimum seat requirement makes it accessible to small organisations
Weaknesses
- Identity integration (Entra ID, Okta) less deep than enterprise leaders
- Automation and workflow capabilities behind Workspace ONE and Intune
- SIEM integration limited to syslog forwarding
JumpCloud
Strengths
- True cross-platform including Linux — one of few MDMs managing all five major OS families
- Zero Trust conditional access with Identity, Device, and Network Trust pillars
- Deployment rings (Vanguard, Ring 1-3) for controlled patch rollout across all platforms
- Free tier (10 users/10 devices) with full functionality for small teams
Weaknesses
- No ChromeOS management
- Per-user pricing ($9-27/user/month) can be expensive for device-heavy environments
- No native DLP capabilities — relies on least-privilege access control
Pricing Comparison
Hexnode
JumpCloud
OS Support
Operating system coverage across both platforms.
| Operating System | Hexnode | JumpCloud |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | ||
| Android | ||
| Windows | ||
| macOS | ||
| Linux | ||
| ChromeOS | — | |
| Total | 6 | 5 |
Our Recommendation
These two platforms are tied at 3.7/5.0. Your choice depends on your specific requirements, fleet composition, and budget.
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