Enterprise Leader #1 Overall

Omnissa Workspace ONE

The broadest cross-platform UEM with enterprise-grade automation and real-time compliance.

$3.78–$10/device/month
Large enterprises managing heterogeneous device fleets across multiple OS platforms
iOS Android Windows macOS Linux ChromeOS
4.6 Overall Score
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Key Takeaways

Who It's For

Omnissa Workspace ONE is designed for large enterprises managing heterogeneous device fleets across multiple os platforms. The broadest cross-platform UEM with enterprise-grade automation and real-time compliance. The platform offers a 30-day free trial, full feature access, so you can evaluate it before committing.

Broadest OS coverage: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux (Ubuntu/RHEL/SUSE), and ChromeOS
Freestyle Orchestrator enables complex multi-step automation workflows (best-in-class)
Higher pricing at the Enterprise tier ($10/device/month)

At a Glance

Best For
Large enterprises managing heterogeneous device fleets across multiple OS platforms
Setup Complexity
Advanced
Pricing Range
$3.78–$10/device/month
Licensing Model
Per-device, Standard/Advanced/Enterprise tiers
Top Strength
Broadest OS coverage: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux (Ubuntu/RHEL/SUSE), and ChromeOS
Trial
30-day free trial, full feature access

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 4.6 / 5.0
Device Configuration 5.0
Reporting & Visibility 5.0
Integration & Extensibility 5.0
App Management 4.8
Compliance & Security 4.8
Enrollment & Provisioning 4.5
OS Update & Lifecycle 4.5
Remote Actions & Support 4.5
Targeting & Policy Logic 4.3
Identity & Directory 4.0

Pros & Cons

Based on our hands-on evaluation of Omnissa Workspace ONE.

Strengths

4
  • Broadest OS coverage: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux (Ubuntu/RHEL/SUSE), and ChromeOS
  • Freestyle Orchestrator enables complex multi-step automation workflows (best-in-class)
  • 5-minute real-time compliance enforcement cycle outpaces all competitors
  • Intelligence Platform for advanced analytics and predictive insights

Limitations

3
  • Higher pricing at the Enterprise tier ($10/device/month)
  • Complexity of deployment (on-prem or cloud) may require more initial setup effort
  • Transitioning brand identity (from VMware) may create procurement uncertainty

Feature Breakdown

Individual feature scores across all 10 categories for Omnissa Workspace ONE.

Compare features across platforms

Device Configuration

5 features
5.0 Wi-Fi & VPN Profiles

Comprehensive Wi-Fi and VPN payload management including per-app VPN via Tunnel, certificate-based authentication, and proxy profiles.

5.0 Email & Exchange Configuration

Full Exchange ActiveSync and managed email account deployment with Boxer email client and S/MIME certificate support.

5.0 Restrictions & Policies

Extensive restriction profiles across all platforms with 200+ configurable restrictions including USB, camera, screenshots, and app policies.

5.0 Custom Configuration Payloads

Full custom profile support including OMA-URI for Windows, custom XML for Android OEMConfig, and Apple plist/mobileconfig payloads.

5.0 Kiosk & Lockdown Mode

Full single-app and multi-app kiosk for iOS, Android, and Windows with Launcher for Android and Guided Access for iOS.

Enrollment & Provisioning

5 features
5.0 Apple ADE (Automated Device Enrollment)

Full ADE support for iOS/iPadOS and macOS with prestage enrollment customisation and skip-screen controls via Apple Business Manager.

5.0 Android Zero-Touch / Samsung KME

Full Android Zero-Touch Enrollment and Samsung KME support with Work Managed and Work Profile deployment options.

4.0 Windows Autopilot

Windows Autopilot support with drop-ship provisioning; also offers Workspace ONE Drop Ship Provisioning as an alternative.

5.0 Bulk Enrollment & Staging

Comprehensive staging with QR code, NFC, barcode, token, and CSV-based bulk enrollment across all supported platforms.

4.0 BYOD / User-Initiated Enrollment

Intelligent Hub app provides polished BYOD enrollment with Android Work Profile and iOS User Enrollment with privacy separation.

App Management

5 features
5.0 App Store / Play Store Distribution

Silent app installation from all major stores with Workspace ONE UEM app catalog and managed Google Play integration.

5.0 Enterprise / In-House App Deployment

Full enterprise app deployment for IPA, APK, MSI, DMG, PKG, and EXE with versioning, assignment rules, and delivery optimisation.

5.0 VPP/ABM App Licensing

Full VPP/ABM integration with device-based and user-based licensing, automatic license reclamation, and managed distribution.

5.0 Managed App Configuration

Full AppConfig and Android managed configuration support with key-value pairs, app tunnelling, and per-app VPN settings.

4.0 Self-Service App Catalog

Workspace ONE Intelligent Hub serves as the self-service app catalog with categories, featured apps, and notification-driven installs.

Compliance & Security

5 features
5.0 Compliance Policies & Rules

Industry-leading compliance engine with 5-minute check intervals, 30+ compliance rules, and automated escalation actions.

5.0 Conditional Access / Zero Trust

Workspace ONE Access provides comprehensive conditional access with device compliance, network, and risk-based policies.

5.0 Encryption Management

Full encryption management with FileVault key escrow, BitLocker management, and Android encryption enforcement.

5.0 Certificate Deployment

Full SCEP, PKCS#12, and manual certificate deployment with certificate authority integration and auto-renewal.

4.0 Threat Detection & Response

Trust Network integrations with third-party MTD vendors; Workspace ONE Intelligence for risk scoring and automated response.

OS Update & Lifecycle

5 features
5.0 OS Update Management

Comprehensive OS update management with DDM for Apple, Windows Update for Business, and Android Enterprise firmware policies.

5.0 Patch Management

Full patch management via Freestyle Orchestrator with third-party app patching, testing groups, and automated rollout.

4.0 Update Deferral Policies

Update deferral for iOS/macOS via DDM restrictions and Windows Update for Business ring-based deployment.

5.0 Device Wipe & Retirement

Full wipe, enterprise wipe, and device retirement workflows with audit trail and Apple Business Manager release.

4.0 Lifecycle & Warranty Reporting

Device lifecycle dashboard with warranty tracking, device age reporting, and Intelligence Platform for refresh planning.

Reporting & Visibility

5 features
5.0 Dashboards & Analytics

Intelligence Platform provides advanced analytics dashboards with trend analysis, risk scoring, and predictive insights.

5.0 Custom Reports & Queries

Custom report builder with 250+ data points, scheduled reports, and Intelligence custom dashboards with SQL-like queries.

5.0 Hardware & Software Inventory

Comprehensive inventory with hardware specs, installed apps, certificates, profiles, and real-time device telemetry.

5.0 Audit Logging & Activity Trails

Comprehensive audit logs with admin actions, console events, device commands, and API call tracking.

5.0 Real-Time Device Status

Real-time device queries with battery, storage, location, and connectivity data refreshed on 5-minute cycles.

Remote Actions & Support

5 features
5.0 Remote Lock & Wipe

Full remote lock, wipe, enterprise wipe, restart, and shutdown commands across all platforms with confirmation workflows.

4.0 Remote Screen Sharing

Remote view/control via Workspace ONE Assist (separate add-on) for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS.

5.0 Remote Shell / Terminal Access

Remote shell via Sensors and Scripts across macOS, Windows, and Linux with output collection and scheduling.

4.0 Self-Service Portal

Self-Service Portal via Intelligent Hub with device info, app catalog, and help desk integration.

5.0 Remote File Management

File push and retrieval via Content Gateway; log collection and diagnostic bundle retrieval from devices.

Targeting & Policy Logic

5 features
5.0 Smart Groups & Dynamic Targeting

Smart Groups with organisational groups, custom attributes, and compliance-based dynamic membership across all platforms.

4.0 Tag-Based Policy Assignment

Tags and organisational group hierarchy for policy scoping with assignment groups and exclusions.

4.0 Geofencing & Location Rules

Geofencing with compliance actions and location-based profiles; geo-boundary alerts and compliance escalation.

4.0 Time-Based & Scheduled Policies

Time-based compliance windows and Freestyle Orchestrator for scheduled workflow execution.

5.0 Multi-Policy Layering & Conflict Resolution

Hierarchical organisational groups with inheritance and override; clear policy precedence across group levels.

Identity & Directory

5 features
4.0 Microsoft Entra ID Integration

Entra ID integration via Workspace ONE Access for user sync, conditional access, and compliance-driven policies.

4.0 Okta / Google Workspace Integration

SAML/OIDC integration with Okta, Google, and other IDPs via Workspace ONE Access federation.

4.0 On-Premises AD / LDAP

ACC (AirWatch Cloud Connector) enables on-premises AD/LDAP sync without opening inbound firewall ports.

4.0 Certificate-Based Authentication

SCEP and certificate authority integration for certificate-based Wi-Fi, VPN, and email authentication.

4.0 User-Device Affinity Mapping

User-device mapping with primary device designation and user-centric policy targeting across platforms.

Integration & Extensibility

5 features
5.0 REST API Availability

Comprehensive REST API with Swagger documentation covering devices, users, apps, profiles, and compliance.

5.0 Webhooks & Event Automation

Webhook notifications for device events; Freestyle Orchestrator enables complex event-driven automation workflows.

5.0 SIEM & Security Integration

Syslog forwarding, Splunk integration, and Intelligence Platform for security event correlation and SIEM connectivity.

5.0 ITSM / ServiceNow Connectors

ServiceNow CMDB integration, ITSM connectors, and Intelligence Platform for automated ticket creation.

5.0 Custom Scripting & Extensibility

Sensors and Scripts for macOS, Windows, and Linux with scheduling, output collection, and Freestyle Orchestrator workflows.

Video Resources

Watch Omnissa Workspace ONE demos, tutorials, and reviews.

Windows Modern Management with Workspace ONE UEM | Demo

Demo 3:06

VMware Workspace ONE: Demo - Feature Walk-through

Demo 17:14

Introduction to VMware Workspace ONE

Overview 5:50

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