Best Mobile Device Management Software: 10 MDM Platforms Compared by OS, Pricing Model and Fit

Mobile device management (MDM) software lets IT enroll, configure, secure and remotely wipe phones, tablets and laptops that access company data. It is a core control for remote work and BYOD.

This guide is for IT managers and security leads. It compares ten MDM platforms from the SaaSPodium directory and explains how to choose and roll one out.

MDM tool	Main platforms	Pricing model (SaaSPodium listing)	Best for
Jamf Now	Apple	Freemium	Small Apple teams
Kandji	Apple	Paid	Mac-heavy mid-size firms
Mosyle Fuse	Apple	Paid	Education and SMB
SimpleMDM	Apple	Paid	API-driven IT teams
Addigy	Apple	Paid	MSPs
SOTI MobiControl	Android, iOS, Windows, rugged	Paid	Frontline fleets
42Gears SureMDM	Multi-OS	Paid	Mixed and kiosk devices
Esper	Android dedicated	Paid	Kiosks and POS
Scalefusion	Multi-OS	Paid	Growing mixed fleets
Miradore	Multi-OS	Freemium	Small teams starting out

How we chose these MDM tools

We selected the ten products listed in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category and compared them on platform coverage, management model, pricing structure and best-fit audience. None currently has public ratings on SaaSPodium, so the order groups tools by focus.

The list is grouped: Apple-focused tools first, then multi-OS and rugged-device platforms. Features such as zero-touch enrollment, compliance policies and remote wipe are common, so the real differences are platform depth, automation and support model.

Jamf Now

Jamf Now is a simple cloud MDM for Apple devices that targets small businesses and teams without dedicated IT, with a freemium listing on SaaSPodium. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Apple iPhone, iPad and Mac management.
• Pricing model: Freemium per the SaaSPodium listing; check the vendor for current device limits.
• Strength: quick setup and an approachable interface.
• Best fit: small Apple-only teams.

See the listing for Jamf Now.

Kandji

Kandji is an Apple-focused device management and security platform built around automation, with prebuilt compliance blueprints and endpoint controls for Mac, iPhone and iPad fleets. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Apple devices.
• Pricing model: paid, quote-based on the listing.
• Strength: automated configuration and compliance workflows.
• Best fit: mid-size companies with Mac-heavy workforces.

See the listing for Kandji.

Mosyle Fuse

Mosyle Fuse is an Apple unified endpoint platform that bundles MDM with security and identity features, popular with schools, businesses and managed service providers. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Apple devices.
• Pricing model: paid, with low per-device starting price on the SaaSPodium listing.
• Strength: MDM plus security tooling in one console.
• Best fit: Apple fleets in education and SMB.

See the listing for Mosyle Fuse.

SimpleMDM

SimpleMDM focuses on easy Apple device management with an API-first design and zero-touch enrollment, which suits IT teams that automate onboarding. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Apple devices.
• Pricing model: paid, low per-device starting price on the listing.
• Strength: clean API and straightforward app deployment.
• Best fit: small to mid-size IT teams.

See the listing for SimpleMDM.

Addigy

Addigy is a cloud Apple management platform built for IT professionals and MSPs, combining MDM with real-time device management and scripting. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Apple devices.
• Pricing model: paid, quote-based.
• Strength: remote tooling and automation aimed at MSPs.
• Best fit: managed service providers and Mac-heavy IT teams.

See the listing for Addigy.

SOTI MobiControl

SOTI MobiControl manages rugged, purpose-built and frontline devices at scale, which fits logistics, retail, healthcare and field service operations. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Android, iOS, Windows and rugged devices.
• Pricing model: paid, quote-based.
• Strength: remote control, kiosk modes and dedicated device workflows.
• Best fit: enterprises with frontline and rugged fleets.

See the listing for SOTI MobiControl.

42Gears SureMDM

42Gears SureMDM manages Android, iOS, Windows and rugged endpoints from one cloud or on-premises console, with remote support and kiosk lockdown. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: multi-OS.
• Pricing model: paid, quote-based on the listing.
• Strength: remote support and kiosk mode for shared devices.
• Best fit: businesses with mixed and dedicated devices.

See the listing for 42Gears SureMDM.

Esper

Esper provides DevOps-style management for dedicated Android devices such as kiosks, point-of-sale terminals and tablets, with APIs and staged rollouts. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: Android dedicated devices.
• Pricing model: paid, quote-based.
• Strength: over-the-air updates and developer tooling.
• Best fit: companies shipping Android-based products or kiosks.

See the listing for Esper.

Scalefusion

Scalefusion is a cloud MDM and unified endpoint management product for Android, iOS, Windows and macOS, with app deployment, content distribution and kiosk mode. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: multi-OS.
• Pricing model: paid, low per-device starting price on the listing.
• Strength: broad OS coverage and fast onboarding.
• Best fit: growing companies with mixed device fleets.

See the listing for Scalefusion.

Miradore

Miradore is an MDM with a freemium listing that offers basic device management across common platforms, useful for teams starting out. It is one of ten products in the SaaSPodium Mobile Device Management category, so compare it against the others.

• Platforms: multi-OS.
• Pricing model: Freemium per the SaaSPodium listing; verify current limits.
• Strength: low-cost entry point.
• Best fit: small teams testing MDM.

See the listing for Miradore.

Key features to require in any MDM

Any MDM should provide device enrollment, configuration profiles, app distribution, remote lock and wipe, compliance policies and reporting. For enterprise use, add identity integration, conditional access and audit logs.

• Enrollment: Apple Business Manager, Android Enterprise and Windows Autopilot integration for zero-touch setup.
• Security: encryption enforcement, passcode rules, OS update control and lost-device mode.
• Apps and content: managed app deployment, VPP licensing and per-app VPN.
• Compliance: automatic checks and quarantine of noncompliant devices.
• Integration: SSO, identity providers, ticketing and SIEM.

Government guidance such as NIST SP 800-124 Rev. 2 describes mobile threat categories and the controls an enterprise mobility program should cover. The OWASP Mobile Top 10 lists application-level risks that MDM policies cannot fix alone.

MDM vs UEM vs EMM

MDM manages mobile devices, enterprise mobility management (EMM) adds apps and content, and unified endpoint management (UEM) covers phones, tablets, laptops and desktops in one console. Most vendors now market UEM even when they began as MDM.

If you manage mostly phones and tablets, MDM is enough. If you also manage Windows and macOS laptops, evaluate UEM, and compare with our unified endpoint management category. Teams focused on endpoint patching can read our patch management tools guide.

How to choose an MDM platform

Choose an MDM by counting device types, ownership model (corporate or BYOD), required compliance and team size, then trial two or three products. Apple-only fleets can choose Apple specialists, while mixed fleets need broad platform support.

• List device types and owners: corporate-owned, BYOD or shared kiosks.
• Define must-have policies, such as encryption, OS version limits and app allow lists.
• Confirm identity and ticketing integrations.
• Estimate cost per device per month times fleet size, plus onboarding effort.
• Pilot with 20 to 50 devices and test enrollment, wipe and app updates.

Compare this figure against the cost of one lost, unmanaged laptop or phone containing customer data.

Implementation and BYOD policy

Roll out MDM in phases: pilot group, policy tuning, department waves and ongoing monitoring. For BYOD, use work profiles or user enrollment so you can wipe corporate data without touching personal files.

• Publish a clear acceptable use and privacy notice before enrollment.
• Separate corporate and personal data with work profiles.
• Set conditional access so noncompliant devices lose email and app access.
• Review inventory and compliance reports monthly.

Browse every product in the Mobile Device Management category, and start with Jamf Now if you have a small Apple fleet.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does MDM software cost?
Prices vary by vendor and are usually charged per device per month. SaaSPodium lists low starting prices for some Apple-focused tools and quote-based pricing for enterprise platforms, so request current quotes.

Can I use MDM for personal devices (BYOD)?
Yes. Use user enrollment on Apple devices or work profiles on Android so IT manages only corporate apps and data. Explain the policy to employees before enrollment.

How long does an MDM rollout take?
A small team can enroll in days. A company with hundreds of devices, identity integration and compliance rules typically needs several weeks, including a pilot.