Iru (formerly Kandji) vs Microsoft Intune
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.
Geo / Network-Based Targeting
Target policies based on location, IP range, Wi-Fi SSID, or network type. Delivers context-aware management that adapts to a device's environment.
Geofencing Compliance
Define geographic boundaries that trigger compliance actions when devices enter or leave designated areas. Enables location-based security and regulatory compliance.
Google Workspace Directory
Integrate with Google Workspace for user identity, group-based policy targeting, and device correlation. Essential for Google-centric IT ecosystems.
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.
Strengths & Weaknesses
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
Microsoft Intune
Strengths
- Native Entra ID conditional access delivers best-in-class zero-trust policy enforcement
- Windows Autopilot provides the smoothest zero-touch deployment for Windows devices
- Strong MAM/APP capabilities enable data protection on unmanaged BYOD devices
- Comprehensive Graph API and Power Automate integration for custom workflows
Weaknesses
- Linux management limited to Ubuntu custom compliance scripts only
- No native ChromeOS MDM capabilities (Entra ID device sync only)
- Polling-based compliance checks (8-hour default) lag behind real-time competitors
Pricing Comparison
Iru
Intune
OS Support
Operating system coverage across both platforms.
| Operating System | Iru | Intune |
|---|---|---|
| iOS | ||
| Android | ||
| Windows | ||
| macOS | ||
| Linux | — | |
| ChromeOS | — | |
| Total | 4 | 6 |
Our Recommendation
Iru (formerly Kandji) takes the overall lead with a score of 4.1/5.0, winning 6 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 Microsoft Intune if:
Microsoft-centric enterprises with Windows-heavy fleets
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