Iru (formerly Kandji)
Apple-first MDM specialist expanding into Windows and Android post-October 2025 rebrand, with built-in EDR and compliance automation.
Key Takeaways
Who It's For
Iru (formerly Kandji) is designed for apple-first organisations expanding into windows and android, enterprises seeking unified endpoint management with built-in edr. Apple-first MDM specialist expanding into Windows and Android post-October 2025 rebrand, with built-in EDR and compliance automation. The platform offers a contact sales, so you can evaluate it before committing.
At a Glance
- Best For
- Apple-first organisations expanding into Windows and Android, enterprises seeking unified endpoint management with built-in EDR
- Setup Complexity
- Advanced
- Pricing Range
- Enterprise-custom; no published pricing; industry estimates $4-15/device/month for MDM; EDR/Compliance add-ons increase cost.
- Licensing Model
- Per-device/user; unified pricing across platforms; enterprise volume discounts typical but not published.
- Top Strength
- Industry-leading Apple management with Managed OS, 120+ one-click restrictions, and DDM support
- Trial
- Contact sales
Buyers Guide
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Score Breakdown
Scored across 10 categories based on 67 features evaluated per platform.
Pros & Cons
Based on our hands-on evaluation of Iru (formerly Kandji).
Strengths
4- 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
Limitations
3- 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 $4-15/device/month
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Feature Breakdown
Individual feature scores across all 10 categories for Iru (formerly Kandji).
Device Configuration
8 featuresStrong SCEP support with AD CS Connector; integrates with Microsoft AD CS, GlobalSign, SecureW2.
.mobileconfig upload for Apple System Channel; limited Android via third-party app configs.
120+ one-click restrictions for Apple; full Declarative Device Management on iOS 16+; Android/Windows supported.
Custom profiles with global profile variables ($EMAIL) for personalized email configuration.
DDM-based passcode on iOS 16+; configurable gap 0 min to 8 hrs; password change frequency daily to biennially.
iOS per-app VPN via AppConfig supported. No per-app VPN on Android, Windows, or macOS.
Native VPN profiles via MDM; integrates with OpenVPN, NordVPN, Twingate, AWS VPN Client.
Enterprise Wi-Fi profiles with EAP-TLS support and trusted certificate integration.
Enrollment & Provisioning
8 featuresAdded post-Oct 2025 rebrand; supports Google zero-touch provisioning for bulk Android enrollment.
Core ADE capability with improved interface; supports Setup Assistant for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro.
Leverages ADE, zero-touch, and Knox for bulk provisioning; supports staged rollout with test groups.
Assignment Maps and rules with Azure AD, Google Workspace, Okta integration for identity-driven enrollment.
Universal Enrollment Portal with unique URLs and codes; QR code scanning for Android and iOS.
No Knox ME documentation found. Samsung devices use standard Android zero-touch enrollment.
Self-service enrollment portal with BYOD blueprints; supports User Enrollment on Apple with privacy separation.
Windows Autopilot zero-touch provisioning supported with automatic policy and app deployment. Source: iru.com/resources/device-management/windows.
App Management
8 featuresRestrictions profile with blocklist/allowlist; Auto Apps prevents unapproved use; app lock for maximum restriction.
Self Service app library; 200+ Auto Apps pre-packaged for Mac/Windows; VPP, Google Play distribution.
AppConfig XML dictionaries for app settings; strong iOS support, limited Android/macOS.
Full ABM Apps and Books integration; auto-converts unmanaged to managed apps; device-based licensing.
Added post-Oct 2025; Google Play deployment for Android with zero-touch app distribution.
App policy management; full iOS/iPad support, growing Android/Windows; container-based approach.
Auto Apps silently cache and install without user interruption; iOS apps deploy silently via MDM.
Windows Win32/LOB deployment; macOS supports .pkg custom app packages.
Compliance & Security
8 featuresAI-powered compliance automation with adaptive evidence mapping; real-time compliance dashboards.
Third-party DLP integration (SURF Security); Iru EDR provides data protection; strongest on Mac/Windows.
FileVault on macOS fully documented. BitLocker referenced in general context but no dedicated support article found. iOS encryption native.
iOS Lost Mode with 15-min updates; conditional access geofencing; limited Android/Mac support.
iOS jailbreak detection documented. Android root detection confirmed; auto-blocks corporate access for rooted devices. Source: iru.com/resources/device-management/android.
EACS command for Apple; full device wipe for Android/Windows; Return to Service option on Apple.
iOS BYOD/User Enrollment separates data; Android work profile; macOS/Windows limited selective wipe.
Iru EDR for Mac/Windows with behavioral analysis; iOS/Android via third-party MTD APIs.
OS Update & Lifecycle
6 featuresVisibility into outdated OS versions only; no direct update control. Android updates follow manufacturer schedules. Source: iru.com/resources/device-management/android.
macOS firmware managed via Apple OS updates. No Windows/Android firmware or driver management.
Managed OS with automatic enforcement or minimum version; supports deferral restrictions and countdown timer.
Flagship Managed OS for macOS; automatic enforcement, beta release control, 30-min countdown before forced install.
iOS Software Update Deferral restriction; macOS Managed OS with flexible deferral; Windows configurable periods.
Schedules quiet updates, prompts users, and enforces when needed; supports deferral and staged rollout.
Reporting & Visibility
6 featuresPrism reporting provides app inventory; installed apps per device; analytics more limited than dedicated UEM.
Automated auditing for compliance; logs admin actions and device changes; Sumo Logic/SIEM integration.
AI-powered compliance automation; adaptive evidence mapping; audit-ready evidence collection.
Prism reports with custom filtering and detailed reporting across device status, compliance, ops.
Consolidated device view with quick filtering, exports, and searchable attributes.
Real-time compliance dashboards; device check-in status; real-time threat alerts from EDR.
Remote Actions & Support
6 featuresCustom Scripts Library executes as root on macOS; Windows agent supports scripts; iOS/Android limited.
Restart with configurable countdown (default 30 min); force restart option; all platforms supported.
Lock Device generates 6-digit PIN; supported on all platforms; immediate execution.
Native VNC on macOS; iOS Lost Mode location view; third-party integrations (TeamViewer, Splashtop).
Kandji Agent CLI on macOS; Custom Script Library for root-level execution; Windows limited.
Erase Device action; EACS for Apple, Return to Service option; full wipe for Android/Windows.
Targeting & Policy Logic
5 featuresAssignment Rules target by device type (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows, Android).
Tags with Assignment Rules and Maps enable conditional policy targeting; visual conditional logic.
Geofencing via conditional access; location-based assignment; network-based targeting through policy conditions.
Multi-value tag system used with Assignment Rules/Maps; organization-wide targeting mechanism.
Directory integration enables centralized user-based assignment with automatic device assignment.
Identity & Directory
6 featuresSCIM sync for user/group objects; native OIDC and SAML SSO; Passport for Mac login.
Assignment Maps provide conditional logic; Azure AD conditional access integration; location/network targeting.
Full SCIM directory integration with 4-hour sync cycles; Passport supports Google Workspace SAML auth.
SAML integration with Okta; Passport OIDC; 23 Okta Workflows connector cards for automation.
AD CS Connector for certificates; no direct LDAP; primarily through cloud directory sync.
Both SAML and OIDC supported for console and Passport; native Azure AD, Okta, Google integrations.
Integration & Extensibility
6 features150+ pre-built automations; Okta Workflows with 23 connector cards; Assignment Rules/Maps for policy automation.
REST API enables custom connectors; Unified.to and Workato pre-built integration patterns.
Comprehensive REST API (10,000 req/hr rate limit); full CRUD on devices and policies.
Native ServiceNow integration via Import Set API; real-time device inventory sync; CMDB mapping.
Sumo Logic integration; audit logs exportable for SIEM ingestion; EDR threat event logging.
Webhooks for instant updates; event-driven automation with third-party platform integration.
Alternatives to Consider
Other platforms to evaluate alongside Iru (formerly Kandji).
Jamf Pro
Enterprise LeaderThe gold standard for Apple device management with unmatched macOS and iOS feature depth.
Omnissa Workspace ONE
Enterprise LeaderThe broadest cross-platform UEM with enterprise-grade automation and real-time compliance.
Microsoft Intune
Strong ContenderThe Microsoft ecosystem's native MDM, deeply integrated with Entra ID and Microsoft 365.
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