SOTI MobiControl
The rugged device specialist with industry-leading OEMConfig and industrial Android management.
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.
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.
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.
Device Configuration
5 featuresWi-Fi and VPN configuration profiles across iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS with certificate-based auth support.
Exchange ActiveSync configuration profiles with email containerisation for iOS and Android devices.
Strong restriction policies with OEMConfig for granular Android device control and standard iOS/Windows restrictions.
Custom payload deployment with OEMConfig for Android OEM settings and custom Apple configuration profiles.
SOTI Surf kiosk browser and Stage launcher for Android dedicated devices; iOS Single App Mode support.
Enrollment & Provisioning
5 featuresFull ADE support with Apple Business Manager integration for iOS and macOS zero-touch enrollment.
Best-in-class Android Zero-Touch and Samsung KME with deep OEMConfig support for Zebra, Honeywell, and Datalogic devices.
Windows Autopilot integration for modern Windows deployment alongside traditional staging options.
Excellent staging capabilities with QR code, NFC, barcode scanning, and SOTI Stage launcher for rugged device deployment.
BYOD enrollment available with Android Work Profile support; user experience less polished than consumer-friendly competitors.
App Management
5 featuresApp Store and Play Store deployment with silent installation for managed Android Enterprise devices.
Enterprise app deployment for APK, IPA, MSI with staged rollout and version tracking.
VPP support via Apple Business Manager integration; basic license assignment and tracking.
Managed app configuration for Android Enterprise and iOS with AppConfig standard support.
Enterprise App Store with categorised app catalog for self-service deployment on managed devices.
Compliance & Security
5 featuresCompliance rules with jailbreak/root detection, password enforcement, and automated remediation actions.
Basic conditional access via compliance-driven email blocking and VPN restrictions.
Device encryption enforcement with BitLocker and FileVault management capabilities.
Certificate deployment via SCEP and manual upload; certificate-based authentication for enterprise resources.
Built-in jailbreak/root detection, app reputation scanning, and network threat monitoring.
OS Update & Lifecycle
5 featuresOS update management across platforms with firmware-over-the-air for Android, iOS MDM commands, and Windows update policies.
Patch deployment for Windows and macOS with firmware update management for Android devices.
Update deferral policies with staged rollout capabilities for iOS, Android, and Windows devices.
Remote wipe, selective wipe, and device retirement with configurable data erasure policies.
Device lifecycle reporting with warranty tracking, hardware health monitoring, and battery analytics.
Reporting & Visibility
5 featuresSOTI ONE Platform dashboard with cross-product analytics and customisable fleet overview.
Custom report builder with filterable data fields and scheduled CSV/PDF export.
Hardware and software inventory with custom attributes and device property tracking.
Admin activity logging with device command history and policy change audit trail.
Real-time device monitoring with battery, signal strength, and GPS location tracking.
Remote Actions & Support
5 featuresComprehensive remote actions including lock, wipe, restart, and device reboot for all managed platforms.
Built-in XSight remote control with no additional licensing — industry-leading for Android and Windows.
Remote terminal access for Android and Windows devices with command execution and output logging.
End-user self-service for device info and app catalog access through managed browser.
Remote file manager with browse, push, and pull capabilities for Android, Windows, and macOS.
Targeting & Policy Logic
5 featuresDevice groups with dynamic rules based on custom properties and device attributes.
Tag-based device organisation with custom properties for policy assignment.
Strong geofencing with location tracking, geo-boundary alerts, and location-triggered actions.
Scheduled policy deployment and time-based device actions for managed devices.
Policy layering with device group hierarchy and inheritance rules for conflict resolution.
Identity & Directory
5 featuresAzure AD user sync and group mapping; basic conditional access integration.
SAML-based SSO integration with Okta and third-party identity providers.
Active Directory integration for user authentication and group-based device assignment.
Certificate deployment for Wi-Fi and VPN authentication; SCEP support available.
User-device assignment with directory-based mapping and user-centric reporting.
Integration & Extensibility
5 featuresREST API available for device and user management; less comprehensive documentation than leaders.
Event-based rules with external action triggers; basic webhook support for integrations.
Syslog forwarding for security event integration with SIEM platforms.
ServiceNow integration available; API-based connectivity with ITSM tools.
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
Getting Started: Android Enterprise Work-Managed Enrollment
Alternatives to Consider
Other platforms to evaluate alongside SOTI MobiControl.
Hexnode UEM
Strong ContenderThe broadest OS support at the best value, with excellent kiosk capabilities.
Omnissa Workspace ONE
Enterprise LeaderThe broadest cross-platform UEM with enterprise-grade automation and real-time compliance.
ManageEngine MDM Plus
Strong ContenderAffordable multi-platform MDM with strong Active Directory integration and a generous free tier.
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