Strong Contender #4 Overall

SOTI MobiControl

The rugged device specialist with industry-leading OEMConfig and industrial Android management.

$3.25–$4/device/month
Supply chain, logistics, warehousing, retail, and healthcare with rugged devices
iOS Android Windows macOS Linux
3.9 Overall Score
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Key Takeaways

Who It's For

SOTI MobiControl is designed for supply chain, logistics, warehousing, retail, and healthcare with rugged devices. The rugged device specialist with industry-leading OEMConfig and industrial Android management. The platform offers a 30-day trial available, so you can evaluate it before committing.

Best-in-class OEMConfig support for Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic, and Panasonic devices
XSight built-in remote control (no additional licensing or third-party tool needed)
No ChromeOS management

At a Glance

Best For
Supply chain, logistics, warehousing, retail, and healthcare with rugged devices
Setup Complexity
Moderate
Pricing Range
$3.25–$4/device/month
Licensing Model
Per-device subscription, minimum 10 licenses
Top Strength
Best-in-class OEMConfig support for Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic, and Panasonic devices
Trial
30-day trial available

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
Enrollment & Provisioning 4.1
Device Configuration 4.0
OS Update & Lifecycle 4.0
Remote Actions & Support 4.2
Compliance & Security 3.8
App Management 3.8
Reporting & Visibility 3.8
Targeting & Policy Logic 3.5
Identity & Directory 3.0
Integration & Extensibility 3.2

Pros & Cons

Based on our hands-on evaluation of SOTI MobiControl.

Strengths

4
  • Best-in-class OEMConfig support for Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic, and Panasonic devices
  • XSight built-in remote control (no additional licensing or third-party tool needed)
  • Strong geofencing and location tracking for field operations
  • SOTI Surf kiosk browser and Stage launcher for dedicated devices

Limitations

3
  • No ChromeOS management
  • Identity integration less mature than Intune or Workspace ONE
  • Minimum 10-device purchase requirement

Feature Breakdown

Individual feature scores across all 10 categories for SOTI MobiControl.

Compare features across platforms

Device Configuration

5 features
4.0 Wi-Fi & VPN Profiles

Wi-Fi and VPN configuration profiles across iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS with certificate-based auth support.

4.0 Email & Exchange Configuration

Exchange ActiveSync configuration profiles with email containerisation for iOS and Android devices.

4.0 Restrictions & Policies

Strong restriction policies with OEMConfig for granular Android device control and standard iOS/Windows restrictions.

4.0 Custom Configuration Payloads

Custom payload deployment with OEMConfig for Android OEM settings and custom Apple configuration profiles.

4.0 Kiosk & Lockdown Mode

SOTI Surf kiosk browser and Stage launcher for Android dedicated devices; iOS Single App Mode support.

Enrollment & Provisioning

5 features
4.0 Apple ADE (Automated Device Enrollment)

Full ADE support with Apple Business Manager integration for iOS and macOS zero-touch enrollment.

5.0 Android Zero-Touch / Samsung KME

Best-in-class Android Zero-Touch and Samsung KME with deep OEMConfig support for Zebra, Honeywell, and Datalogic devices.

4.0 Windows Autopilot

Windows Autopilot integration for modern Windows deployment alongside traditional staging options.

5.0 Bulk Enrollment & Staging

Excellent staging capabilities with QR code, NFC, barcode scanning, and SOTI Stage launcher for rugged device deployment.

3.0 BYOD / User-Initiated Enrollment

BYOD enrollment available with Android Work Profile support; user experience less polished than consumer-friendly competitors.

App Management

5 features
4.0 App Store / Play Store Distribution

App Store and Play Store deployment with silent installation for managed Android Enterprise devices.

4.0 Enterprise / In-House App Deployment

Enterprise app deployment for APK, IPA, MSI with staged rollout and version tracking.

3.0 VPP/ABM App Licensing

VPP support via Apple Business Manager integration; basic license assignment and tracking.

4.0 Managed App Configuration

Managed app configuration for Android Enterprise and iOS with AppConfig standard support.

4.0 Self-Service App Catalog

Enterprise App Store with categorised app catalog for self-service deployment on managed devices.

Compliance & Security

5 features
4.0 Compliance Policies & Rules

Compliance rules with jailbreak/root detection, password enforcement, and automated remediation actions.

3.0 Conditional Access / Zero Trust

Basic conditional access via compliance-driven email blocking and VPN restrictions.

4.0 Encryption Management

Device encryption enforcement with BitLocker and FileVault management capabilities.

4.0 Certificate Deployment

Certificate deployment via SCEP and manual upload; certificate-based authentication for enterprise resources.

4.0 Threat Detection & Response

Built-in jailbreak/root detection, app reputation scanning, and network threat monitoring.

OS Update & Lifecycle

5 features
4.0 OS Update Management

OS update management across platforms with firmware-over-the-air for Android, iOS MDM commands, and Windows update policies.

4.0 Patch Management

Patch deployment for Windows and macOS with firmware update management for Android devices.

4.0 Update Deferral Policies

Update deferral policies with staged rollout capabilities for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.

4.0 Device Wipe & Retirement

Remote wipe, selective wipe, and device retirement with configurable data erasure policies.

4.0 Lifecycle & Warranty Reporting

Device lifecycle reporting with warranty tracking, hardware health monitoring, and battery analytics.

Reporting & Visibility

5 features
4.0 Dashboards & Analytics

SOTI ONE Platform dashboard with cross-product analytics and customisable fleet overview.

4.0 Custom Reports & Queries

Custom report builder with filterable data fields and scheduled CSV/PDF export.

4.0 Hardware & Software Inventory

Hardware and software inventory with custom attributes and device property tracking.

4.0 Audit Logging & Activity Trails

Admin activity logging with device command history and policy change audit trail.

3.0 Real-Time Device Status

Real-time device monitoring with battery, signal strength, and GPS location tracking.

Remote Actions & Support

5 features
5.0 Remote Lock & Wipe

Comprehensive remote actions including lock, wipe, restart, and device reboot for all managed platforms.

5.0 Remote Screen Sharing

Built-in XSight remote control with no additional licensing — industry-leading for Android and Windows.

4.0 Remote Shell / Terminal Access

Remote terminal access for Android and Windows devices with command execution and output logging.

3.0 Self-Service Portal

End-user self-service for device info and app catalog access through managed browser.

4.0 Remote File Management

Remote file manager with browse, push, and pull capabilities for Android, Windows, and macOS.

Targeting & Policy Logic

5 features
4.0 Smart Groups & Dynamic Targeting

Device groups with dynamic rules based on custom properties and device attributes.

3.0 Tag-Based Policy Assignment

Tag-based device organisation with custom properties for policy assignment.

4.0 Geofencing & Location Rules

Strong geofencing with location tracking, geo-boundary alerts, and location-triggered actions.

3.0 Time-Based & Scheduled Policies

Scheduled policy deployment and time-based device actions for managed devices.

4.0 Multi-Policy Layering & Conflict Resolution

Policy layering with device group hierarchy and inheritance rules for conflict resolution.

Identity & Directory

5 features
3.0 Microsoft Entra ID Integration

Azure AD user sync and group mapping; basic conditional access integration.

3.0 Okta / Google Workspace Integration

SAML-based SSO integration with Okta and third-party identity providers.

3.0 On-Premises AD / LDAP

Active Directory integration for user authentication and group-based device assignment.

3.0 Certificate-Based Authentication

Certificate deployment for Wi-Fi and VPN authentication; SCEP support available.

3.0 User-Device Affinity Mapping

User-device assignment with directory-based mapping and user-centric reporting.

Integration & Extensibility

5 features
3.0 REST API Availability

REST API available for device and user management; less comprehensive documentation than leaders.

3.0 Webhooks & Event Automation

Event-based rules with external action triggers; basic webhook support for integrations.

3.0 SIEM & Security Integration

Syslog forwarding for security event integration with SIEM platforms.

3.0 ITSM / ServiceNow Connectors

ServiceNow integration available; API-based connectivity with ITSM tools.

4.0 Custom Scripting & Extensibility

Custom script execution on Windows and macOS; SOTI Snap for custom Android app workflows.

Video Resources

Watch SOTI MobiControl demos, tutorials, and reviews.

Getting Started with SOTI MobiControl: Introduction

Tutorial 7:29

Getting Started: Android Enterprise Work-Managed Enrollment

Tutorial 11:19

Alternatives to Consider

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ManageEngine MDM Plus

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

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