Strong Contender #5 Overall

ManageEngine MDM Plus

Affordable multi-platform MDM with strong Active Directory integration and a generous free tier.

$0.83–$2/device/month
Small to mid-size organisations seeking affordable multi-platform MDM
iOS Android Windows macOS ChromeOS
3.8 Overall Score
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Key Takeaways

Who It's For

ManageEngine MDM Plus is designed for small to mid-size organisations seeking affordable multi-platform mdm. Affordable multi-platform MDM with strong Active Directory integration and a generous free tier. The platform offers a free edition for up to 25 devices, 30-day full-feature trial, so you can evaluate it before committing.

Free edition supports up to 25 devices with no time limit
Manages iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and tvOS from a single console
No Linux device management (Linux requires Endpoint Central)

At a Glance

Best For
Small to mid-size organisations seeking affordable multi-platform MDM
Setup Complexity
Moderate
Pricing Range
$0.83–$2/device/month
Licensing Model
Free/Standard/Professional editions, device-count based
Top Strength
Free edition supports up to 25 devices with no time limit
Trial
Free edition for up to 25 devices, 30-day full-feature trial

Buyers Guide

Download the full 2026 comparison spreadsheet with scores, pricing, and feature data for all 10 platforms.

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Score Breakdown

Scored across 10 categories based on 50 features evaluated per platform.

Avg 3.7 / 5.0
Device Configuration 4.5
Compliance & Security 4.4
Reporting & Visibility 4.3
App Management 4.0
Enrollment & Provisioning 3.5
Targeting & Policy Logic 3.5
Remote Actions & Support 3.5
Identity & Directory 3.5
OS Update & Lifecycle 3.0
Integration & Extensibility 3.0

Pros & Cons

Based on our hands-on evaluation of ManageEngine MDM Plus.

Strengths

4
  • 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

Limitations

3
  • 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

Feature Breakdown

Individual feature scores across all 10 categories for ManageEngine MDM Plus.

Compare features across platforms

Device Configuration

5 features
5.0 Wi-Fi & VPN Profiles

Push Wi-Fi, VPN, and proxy configurations across all supported platforms with certificate-based authentication.

4.0 Email & Exchange Configuration

Email and Exchange ActiveSync profiles with managed email account provisioning across platforms.

5.0 Restrictions & Policies

Extensive restriction library with 100+ device and app restrictions across iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS.

5.0 Custom Configuration Payloads

Custom configuration profiles with OEMConfig for Android, custom plist for Apple, and OMA-URI for Windows.

4.0 Kiosk & Lockdown Mode

Kiosk mode for iOS, Android, and Windows with single-app, multi-app, and kiosk browser options.

Enrollment & Provisioning

5 features
4.0 Apple ADE (Automated Device Enrollment)

Apple Business Manager integration supports ADE for iOS and macOS with automated enrollment profiles.

4.0 Android Zero-Touch / Samsung KME

Android Zero-Touch Enrollment and Samsung KME supported with Android Enterprise fully managed device profiles.

3.0 Windows Autopilot

Basic Windows Autopilot support; Windows MDM enrollment available but less mature than Intune-native experience.

3.0 Bulk Enrollment & Staging

Bulk enrollment via CSV import, QR codes, and email invitations with group-based enrollment profiles.

4.0 BYOD / User-Initiated Enrollment

Self-enrollment portal with Android Work Profile and iOS User Enrollment; clear privacy separation for BYOD.

App Management

5 features
4.0 App Store / Play Store Distribution

App distribution from all major stores with silent install capability on supervised iOS and managed Android.

4.0 Enterprise / In-House App Deployment

LOB app distribution supporting APK, IPA, and enterprise certificate-signed apps with auto-update.

4.0 VPP/ABM App Licensing

VPP integration with Apple Business Manager for silent app deployment and license management.

4.0 Managed App Configuration

AppConfig and managed app configuration for iOS and Android with key-value pair deployment.

4.0 Self-Service App Catalog

App Catalog with self-service portal for end users to install approved apps across platforms.

Compliance & Security

5 features
5.0 Compliance Policies & Rules

Extensive compliance rules with geo-fencing compliance, app-based compliance, and automated remediation workflows.

4.0 Conditional Access / Zero Trust

Conditional access for Exchange and corporate Wi-Fi based on compliance status.

4.0 Encryption Management

FileVault and BitLocker enforcement with recovery key escrow and encryption compliance monitoring.

4.0 Certificate Deployment

SCEP certificate deployment with auto-renewal and manual certificate distribution across platforms.

5.0 Threat Detection & Response

Built-in threat detection with jailbreak/root detection, malicious app scanning, and automated remediation.

OS Update & Lifecycle

5 features
3.0 OS Update Management

iOS and Android OS update scheduling; Windows/macOS OS updates require Endpoint Central for full management.

2.0 Patch Management

Limited patch management; Windows and macOS patching requires Endpoint Central integration.

3.0 Update Deferral Policies

iOS update deferral and scheduling; limited deferral options for other platforms.

4.0 Device Wipe & Retirement

Complete and selective wipe with device reassignment and retirement audit logging.

3.0 Lifecycle & Warranty Reporting

Device inventory with hardware lifecycle data; asset management reports for fleet planning.

Reporting & Visibility

5 features
4.0 Dashboards & Analytics

Dashboard with compliance status, device breakdown, and enrollment analytics widgets.

5.0 Custom Reports & Queries

Extensive canned and custom reports with scheduling, PDF/CSV export, and Active Directory-linked reporting.

4.0 Hardware & Software Inventory

Detailed inventory tracking with app blacklist/whitelist enforcement and storage monitoring.

4.0 Audit Logging & Activity Trails

Audit logging with admin activity tracking, policy change history, and enrollment event logging.

4.0 Real-Time Device Status

Live device status with location tracking, battery monitoring, and connectivity status.

Remote Actions & Support

5 features
4.0 Remote Lock & Wipe

Remote lock, complete wipe, corporate wipe, and device restart across supported platforms.

3.0 Remote Screen Sharing

Remote view for Android and iOS; macOS/Windows remote control requires Endpoint Central or Zoho Assist.

3.0 Remote Shell / Terminal Access

Custom script execution on macOS and Windows; limited to batch command deployment.

4.0 Self-Service Portal

Self-service portal with device location, remote alarm, lock, and app installation capabilities.

3.0 Remote File Management

File distribution for macOS and Windows; content management for document deployment.

Targeting & Policy Logic

5 features
4.0 Smart Groups & Dynamic Targeting

Dynamic groups with AD-synced membership and custom criteria-based device targeting.

3.0 Tag-Based Policy Assignment

Group and tag-based policy deployment with custom property-driven assignment.

4.0 Geofencing & Location Rules

Geofencing with location-based compliance, geo-boundary alerts, and automated actions.

3.0 Time-Based & Scheduled Policies

Scheduled profile deployment and time-based restrictions for managed devices.

4.0 Multi-Policy Layering & Conflict Resolution

Group-based policy hierarchy with inheritance and override capabilities.

Identity & Directory

5 features
4.0 Microsoft Entra ID Integration

Entra ID directory integration with user/group sync and device-to-user mapping.

3.0 Okta / Google Workspace Integration

Google Workspace directory sync; basic SAML integration for third-party IDPs.

4.0 On-Premises AD / LDAP

Deep on-premises AD integration with auto-enrollment triggers and OU-based device assignment.

3.0 Certificate-Based Authentication

SCEP certificate deployment for Wi-Fi and VPN certificate-based authentication.

4.0 User-Device Affinity Mapping

User-device affinity with AD-synced user assignment and user-based targeting.

Integration & Extensibility

5 features
3.0 REST API Availability

REST API for device management operations; Zoho API ecosystem for extended integration.

3.0 Webhooks & Event Automation

Basic webhook support; integration with Zoho Flow for workflow automation.

3.0 SIEM & Security Integration

Syslog support and integration with ManageEngine Log360 for security log analysis.

3.0 ITSM / ServiceNow Connectors

Native integration with ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus; API connectivity for third-party ITSM.

3.0 Custom Scripting & Extensibility

Custom script deployment for macOS and Windows; limited to batch execution.

Video Resources

Watch ManageEngine MDM Plus demos, tutorials, and reviews.

Mobile Device Manager Plus - Product Demo

Demo 22:50

ManageEngine MDM Intro | Mobile Device Management

Overview 4:01

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