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Check Point Harmony Mobile vs Jamf Connect comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Check Point Harmony Mobile
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
61
Ranking in other categories
Mobile Threat Defense (1st)
Jamf Connect
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
ZTNA as a Service (11th), AI Customer Experience Personalization (14th)
 

Mindshare comparison

Check Point Harmony Mobile and Jamf Connect aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Check Point Harmony Mobile is designed for Mobile Threat Defense and holds a mindshare of 11.3%, down 13.8% compared to last year.
Jamf Connect, on the other hand, focuses on ZTNA as a Service, holds 1.9% mindshare, down 1.9% since last year.
Mobile Threat Defense Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Check Point Harmony Mobile11.3%
Zimperium26.1%
Lookout18.9%
Other43.699999999999996%
Mobile Threat Defense
ZTNA as a Service Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Jamf Connect1.9%
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform13.9%
Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks10.5%
Other73.7%
ZTNA as a Service
 

Featured Reviews

RL
TI at a security firm with 51-200 employees
Unified across devices and mobile threats are automatically blocked before damage occurs
The best feature of Check Point Harmony Mobile is the Mobile Threat Defense because it detects and blocks phishing attempts, malicious apps, man-in-the-middle attacks, and device exploits, which is especially critical in BYOD and remote work environments. The Mobile Threat Defense feature in Check Point Harmony Mobile has been very effective, especially in catching threats that target employees outside of traditional email channels. For example, there was a smishing attempt where a user received a text message with links disguised as package delivery updates. Check Point Harmony Mobile analyzed the link in real-time, flagged it as malicious, and blocked access before anyone could enter credentials, which prevented what could have been a widespread credential harvesting attack. Device Management and Remote Work Support are two additional aspects of Check Point Harmony Mobile that are especially valued. Device Management continuously checks device posture, including things like OS version, patch level, and whether a device is jailbroken or rooted. Remote Work Support allows employees to securely access email, collaboration tools, and files from anywhere without worrying about phishing links, malicious apps, and unsafe Wi-Fi networks. Check Point Harmony Mobile has positively impacted the organization, especially with phishing protections, as SMS or messaging-based phishing attempts are now blocked before users can click, preventing credential theft. Measurable outcomes since deploying Check Point Harmony Mobile highlight its impact on both security and compliance. Mobile-related security incidents have dropped by approximately 40 to 50 percent compared to before deployment.
Robert Ojok - PeerSpot reviewer
Systems Engineer Iii Apple Devices (Jamf Engineering) at a retailer with 10,001+ employees
Unified sign-on has simplified password management and now secures our mobile workforce
The ability to have a single password for the local device and the same password for the IDP is part of our security requirements. Jamf Connect integrates with multi-factor authentication from any IDP and facilitates initial device enrollment. It ensures that when a new user sets up the device, they sign in with their IDP username and password, which then creates the profile on the device. Furthermore, Jamf Connect is now integrated into Jamf Self Service Plus, providing a single dashboard for user password management and allowing users to sync and change their passwords. Additionally, Jamf Connect enhances security by offering two-factor authentication and permitting users to manage or seek help through support features directly within the app.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"We have applied MFA so that no one can bypass this security and the users/employees can access their resources very easily, securely, and seamlessly."
"After deploying Check Point Harmony Mobile, I saw a noticeable drop in mobile-related security alerts, around 30 to 40%, fewer phishing and risky application incidents, and better user awareness."
"It doesn't allow you to activate some of the applications until your mobile is malware free. That way we come to know that the device secure and only then do we deploy the business application."
"The best feature of Check Point Harmony Mobile is the Mobile Threat Defense because it detects and blocks phishing attempts, malicious apps, man-in-the-middle attacks, and device exploits, which is especially critical in BYOD and remote work environments."
"We've found that the product is quite stable."
"The most impressive thing is the SSL VPN Portal."
"We have had a lot fewer attacks thanks to this solution."
"The easy deployment is the key for us. I can simply send a link through email to a user, then they install the software and are protected."
"The initial setup of Jamf Connect was straightforward with clear instructions provided in the documentation."
"Jamf Connect has quite a nice interface, and the password synchronization and SSO elements are particularly good."
"Jamf Connect is a pretty simple and straightforward tool overall."
"The most valuable feature of Jamf Connect is the dual login screen, which has simplified the login process and eliminated the need for users to enter their password multiple times."
"Jamf Connect is an identity provider, and once you log in, you will have all the device's access."
"Jamf Connect allows for easy and seamless joining of Mac devices to Azure AD, eliminating the need for third-party involvement or support engineer assistance."
"I would rate the product's scalability an eight out of ten."
"Jamf Connect integrates with multi-factor authentication from any IDP and facilitates initial device enrollment, ensuring that when a new user sets up the device, they sign in with their IDP username and password, which then creates the profile on the device."
 

Cons

"The project point needs improvement."
"Check Point Harmony Mobile lacks MDM capabilities, which are present in other MDM products, like IBM Security MaaS360, AirWatch, and Google Workspace."
"At times, when configuring policies, the tool takes some time to apply the policy."
"Support for Check Point Harmony Mobile is only available in English, which is limiting. Support in other languages, such as Spanish, would be preferred."
"For SandBlast Mobile, the only thing that is lacking is that it wasn't available for all types of users. However, Check Point has since fixed this, with ZoneAlarm."
"One of the improvements that can be made is that they become compatible with Google MDM."
"In terms of what needs improvement, the web interface should be simplified. It should be more user-friendly. It's too technical."
"The interface could be more user-friendly. They should improve the look and feel."
"What can be improved is the login banner resizing. Currently, it is not fully compatible and could benefit from being a full-screen size banner on the Mac device."
"The logs are an area with a shortcoming."
"The main use case for Jamf Connect was to synchronize local accounts with the identity provider, like Entra. However, due to some limitations with the enrollment sequence and user limitations, we decided to discontinue using it."
"We've had some issues when users restart their devices because the device asks for credentials afterward. Jamf Connect asks for a username, password, and MFA."
"Jamf Connect is beginning to implement Multi-Factor Authentication for offline authentication, but the setup documentation is insufficient."
"There is room for improvement with Jamf Connect in reducing its cost and overcoming limitations during pre-stage enrollment, which prevent it from creating MDM-capable users."
"However, there is a concern about pricing because Jamf Connect is a separate application that requires additional payment."
"The solution's UI could be more user-friendly for the setup process."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Its cost depends upon the number of users."
"The quality, price, and support ratio are very good."
"There is a need to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the product. You can opt for a one-year, three-year, or five-year license."
"This is a very expensive product."
"We pay between 300 and 600 Rupees per year, around seven dollars per month."
"We didn't actually purchase the software. It was given to us by Check Point. We are using it as a test bed for possible future customers."
"Check Point Harmony Mobile's pricing is good."
"Choosing the correct set of licenses is essential because, without the additional software blade licenses, the Check Point gateways are just a stateful firewall."
"I rate the cost as three out of ten, with ten being the highest."
"We pay 2 dollars per device monthly. For the plus version, you have to pay 4 dollars per month. I think the product will give discounts based on the number of users and devices."
"The pricing model could be improved, especially considering the availability of alternative MDM solutions like Kandji, which offers similar features for free or at a lower cost."
"It's relatively inexpensive."
"The pricing is definitely on the higher side."
"The pricing is good."
"The solution's price is reasonable."
"Jamf Connect has a yearly licensing cost, which is expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Computer Software Company
12%
Healthcare Company
7%
Construction Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business38
Midsize Enterprise14
Large Enterprise23
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise12
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Check Point Harmony Mobile?
The most valuable features of the solution are threat emulation, threat extraction, URL detection, antimalware, antivirus, and IPS.
What needs improvement with Check Point Harmony Mobile?
I have faced some issues with Check Point Harmony Mobile. We are trying to get some features developed into the app and it is taking long for it to be developed. The support sometimes is not as eff...
What needs improvement with Jamf Connect?
I see a potential area of improvement for Jamf Connect from the commercial side, not from the technical side, because technically we do not have any issues. It is majorly the pricing. For the India...
What is your primary use case for Jamf Connect?
I am using Jamf Connect majorly for password synchronization. The idea behind Jamf Connect is to synchronize passwords between user accounts residing in my directory. This use case helps us to rece...
 

Also Known As

Check Point Mobile Access, Check Point SandBlast Mobile
Wandera, Wandera Private Access
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Samsung Research America, Mississippi Office of the Secretary of State
Mastercard, Deloitte, PayPal, Toshiba, BNP Paribas, EY, Otis, Rollins, Eurostar, Frontier, Sealy, Rolex, VITAS Healthcare
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