Hexnode UEM vs ManageEngine MDM Plus
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 Script Execution
Deploy and run custom scripts (Bash, PowerShell, Python, shell) on managed devices. Extends management beyond built-in actions for advanced automation and remediation.
macOS Update Management
Manage macOS software updates including major versions, security patches, and Rapid Security Responses. Supports DDM-based management, deferrals, and nudge-style notifications.
Windows Update Management
Control Windows updates via Windows Update for Business (WUfB), update rings, and feature/quality update deferrals. Integrates with or replaces traditional WSUS.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Prevent sensitive data leakage through clipboard restrictions, managed open-in policies, screenshot blocking, and content inspection between managed and unmanaged contexts.
Okta / Third-Party IdP
Connect to Okta, Ping Identity, OneLogin, or other SAML/OIDC identity providers for unified identity management across heterogeneous environments.
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
ManageEngine MDM Plus
Strengths
- Free edition supports up to 25 devices with no time limit
- Manages iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and tvOS from a single console
- Deep Active Directory / Azure AD integration for automated enrollment and targeting
- OEMConfig support for Android Enterprise custom configuration payloads
Weaknesses
- No Linux device management (Linux requires Endpoint Central)
- Windows/macOS OS update management and patch deployment require Endpoint Central
- Remote desktop and screen control require Endpoint Central or Zoho Assist add-on
Pricing Comparison
Hexnode
ManageEngine
OS Support
Operating system coverage across both platforms.
| Operating System | Hexnode | ManageEngine |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | ||
| Android | ||
| Windows | ||
| macOS | ||
| Linux | — | |
| ChromeOS | ||
| Total | 6 | 5 |
Our Recommendation
ManageEngine MDM Plus takes the overall lead with a score of 3.8/5.0, winning 6 of 10 categories.
Choose ManageEngine MDM Plus if:
Small to mid-size organisations seeking affordable multi-platform MDM
Choose Hexnode UEM if:
Organisations managing diverse device types with budget constraints
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