Ivanti Neurons for MDM vs Microsoft Intune comparison

Ivanti and Microsoft are both solutions in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category. Ivanti is ranked #16 with an average rating of 6.5, while Microsoft is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.3. Ivanti holds a 3.2% mindshare in UEM, compared to Microsoft’s 24.3% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Ivanti users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 25, 2026

Microsoft Intune and Ivanti Neurons for MDM both compete in the mobile device management category. Ivanti Neurons for MDM might have the upper hand in BYOD scenarios and policy automation, while Microsoft Intune is more cost-effective when bundled with other Microsoft services.

Features: Microsoft Intune offers robust integration with the Microsoft ecosystem, seamless management, policy deployment, and cloud-based administration. It supports Azure AD co-management and features conditional access for enhanced security. Ivanti Neurons for MDM excels in BYOD scenarios, providing easy deployment and strong mobile device visibility.

Room for Improvement: Microsoft Intune could improve its reporting capabilities and support for Linux and macOS devices, along with better third-party app patching and a simplified user interface. Ivanti Neurons for MDM could enhance Windows device management and reduce policy push times.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Intune predominantly deploys in public cloud settings with some hybrid uses, ensuring straightforward integration with Microsoft services. Ivanti Neurons for MDM supports public, private, and on-premises cloud models, offering flexibility but also potential complexity. Microsoft Intune relies heavily on community and partner channels for support, while Ivanti Neurons for MDM provides more consistent technical support.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Intune is cost-effective when bundled with Microsoft services and benefits from larger Microsoft licensing agreements, appealing to enterprises already using Microsoft products. Ivanti Neurons for MDM may have a higher cost but offers features that justify the expense, particularly for mobile-centric deployments.

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Categories and Ranking

Ivanti Neurons for MDM

Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

16th

Average Rating

7.2

Reviews Sentiment

4.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Microsoft Intune

Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

1st

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

344

Ranking in other categories

Configuration Management (2nd), Remote Access (2nd), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (1st), Microsoft Security Suite (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category, the mindshare of Ivanti Neurons for MDM is 3.2%, up from 2.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 24.3%, down from 32.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	24.3%
Ivanti Neurons for MDM	3.2%
Other	72.5%

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

Q&A Highlights

Lahcen Belouahri

IT Coordinator at Carglass SAS

Oct 10, 2023

What are the differences between MobileIron UEM and Microsoft Intune?

MobileIron UEM and Microsoft Intune are both Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) solutions, but they have differences: Vendor: MobileIron is a dedicated UEM provider, while Microsoft Intune is part of the Microsoft 365 suite. Integration: Intune integrates seamlessly with Microsoft's productivity and security tools, while MobileIron offers flexibility to work with various ecosystems. Ecosystem: Intune primarily targets Windows and Microsoft-centric environments, whereas MobileIron supports a broader range of platforms, including iOS and Android. Features: Intune offers extensive app management and security features for Microsoft apps, while MobileIron may provide more robust cross-platform security and app management capabilities. Pricing: Pricing structures differ; Intune may be bundled with Microsoft 365, while MobileIron's pricing varies based on features and platform support.

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MohamedElmasry

Manager, Information Technology Support at FEFundInfo

Seamless provisioning and application deployment enhance workflow, yet enhancements in asset and software spend management roles are acknowledged

The zero-touch capability where you can install all the business applications and deliver the laptop to the user, who just needs to log on to complete everything without any human intervention, are the best features in Ivanti Neurons for MDM. We have security features, patch management, compliance reports, and dashboards integrated within Ivanti.

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Abhinandan Yadav

Network Security Engineer at Arrow PC Network Pvt Ltd

Modern endpoint management has transformed onboarding and strengthened remote security controls

The features of Microsoft Intune are straightforward, including Windows Autopilot, zero-touch deployment, centralized device management, and conditional access security controls. Using zero-touch deployment and Windows Autopilot in Microsoft Intune has significantly improved my workflow and organization. New laptops are shipped directly to users with no IT handling needed, and there is no manual imaging or configuration required. These features have a real impact. They save hours of manual setup per device, reduce dependency on the IT team for basic provisioning, and ensure every system is configured consistently and securely. Microsoft Intune has positively impacted my organization by improving device management. Devices are managed from a single cloud console. It has reduced manual work for provisioning and configuration. It has faster onboarding using Autopilot. It has enhanced security posture through enforced compliance policies, encryption, antivirus, and password rules. Conditional access ensures only trusted devices can access resources. I have better support for remote users, as devices can be managed from anywhere with no dependency on office network or VPN for basic management. It has easy troubleshooting and policy updates.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The products are quite good when they are operational."

"The solution is good, it's effective in what it is able to achieve and it's easy to use."

"The most valuable features of MobileIron UEM are tunneling and enterprise integration."

"The security features in Ivanti Neurons for MDM are very effective, which is why we have been distributing it for the past 15 years."

"The most valuable feature is that everything is in one place, which makes it easy to manage."

"It's effective in what it is able to achieve and it's easy to use."

"The user interface is user-friendly."

"The products are quite good when they are operational."

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"These capabilities have made a significant impact in my work, providing a comprehensive view of all devices and features in a single platform."

"We have definitely seen a good return on investment, as it has saved a good amount of time in device setup and support, reducing manual effort by around forty to fifty percent and also fewer on-site interventions since most issues are handled remotely."

"Without Microsoft Intune, it would be extremely challenging, if not impossible, for a large company to send out computers to users and have them set up and ready to use right out of the box in a remote location."

"For Windows services, there are multiple options within Intune to modernize it to be more internet-facing and dynamic."

"I would advise others this solution is easy to implement in the organization."

"Intune simplifies compliance. The ability to manage software updates and policies on endpoints has helped us meet contract requirements."

"The biggest benefit for me in Microsoft Intune is control; I can control my users and what they can do and enforce the policies that I want to enforce, and it is a great tool to control and put structure to take the organization to the place I want to take it."

"Microsoft Intune is a great product, and you should use it."

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Cons

"The disadvantage in connection with Windows devices is that the pushing of policies takes some time."

"The interface is complicated and not very easy to use."

"MobileIron UEM could improve the monitoring of devices."

"The release of new versions often goes in the wrong direction with Ivanti."

"We would like the initial setup to be simpler."

"I also found the UI to be quite complicated to work with, so it takes quite a bit of time to train any new staff and to get them to understand how the solution works."

"The MDM, asset management, and software spend management are areas that could have more improvement in Ivanti Neurons for MDM."

"UI needs an upgrade, feels very outdated."

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"I switched away from Microsoft Intune because it cannot manage the MacBook very well."

"Reporting in Microsoft solutions is pathetic. With Intune, I'm getting a free inventory tool, but I don't get a reporting tool. When I go to Intune, I can see one machine's entire data in terms of the hardware and the software running on it, but I cannot generate a report for all the machines in the organization. The reporting is the only feature holding back the functionality that is already there."

"Microsoft Intune has potential for improvement; I would like to see a lot more customization in the reporting tools."

"Intune could add more features that are relevant to the core application control functions. For example, it would be helpful if it had more control over the on-prem environment from the cloud platform. Greater Teams availability in the Saudi market would also be helpful."

"It would be interesting to integrate the server side of Intune. Some group policy updates we have on the Windows Server side and possibly some on the client side could also be included."

"The installation could be improved to be simplified."

"When Microsoft Intune is used with different android devices it does not always work as it is supposed to."

"However, in Microsoft Intune that is not possible because Microsoft releases it across the world as one data piece."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of MobileIron UEM is very good."

"My impression is that MobileIron is very expensive."

"Microsoft Intune is reasonably priced for large organizations that already have Microsoft Enterprise licenses, but it is less affordable for smaller businesses."

"The pricing is competitive, but it is not cheap."

"The price is reasonable, but they should lower it a bit to make it more competitive. It's cheaper than AirWatch and other products, but I still feel like Microsoft can make a base version or with Exchange online or a la carte only Intune version which will be useful. A customer who doesn't want to go full-fledged E3 or E5 can take out or consume an Intune solution only for their purpose, and we want to target that customer."

"I liked the tool's pricing until P2 came into effect. I am unsure about the current value versus the cost of the new licensing model."

"While Microsoft charges for actual usage, it lacks discount options."

"Intune is moderately expensive. You can get the license bundled with Office 365 E3 or E5 licenses. The E5s are a bit expensive, but you get some cheaper solutions with Intune."

"Intune is cost-effective as it is included in some of the Office 365 packages."

"While Microsoft Intune boasts a wide range of features, its user-friendliness and bundled licensing cost are key considerations for me."

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Answers from the Community

Lahcen Belouahri

IT Coordinator at Carglass SAS

Oct 10, 2023

What are the differences between MobileIron UEM and Microsoft Intune?

2 out of 3 answers

Ronald Chavez

Cloud Services at Supérate

Jun 28, 2023

The MobileIron UEM solution is now Ivanti and is divided into 3 areas: Client Management (EndPoint)-Mobile Management (MDM) and Desktop or workspace customization. Microsoft solutions are Defender Endpoint - Microsoft Intune (MDM and MAM). The advantage, if they are Windows, is because the Defender antivirus is managed in Defender EndPoint and the management or control of Android or Windows devices and application deployment With Intune; It is also complemented with Office 365. I hope to be helpful. https://www.ivanti.com/es/lp/uem/reports/gartner-magic-quadrant-for-uem

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Avigayil Henderson

Product Manager at PeerSpot

Jul 2, 2023

Hello Lahcen, I am posting this comment on behalf of one of our site users who is the Head of Infrastructure at his company. He says: One of the key differences is MobileIron is much more mature than Intune in some aspects. So you have much more granular controls in MobileIron if you need to. Microsoft Intune on the other hand is easier to use in my opinion and has most features that most organization needs. If you already have a Microsoft 365 Tenant or intend to have one, Microsoft Intune is really a no-brainer. Unless you need those super granular controls that only MobileIron or Airwatch has, you will want to keep Intune. Intune is much faster and easier to deploy if you know the solution well. I typically need 1 week to configure everything in a Tenant to manage IOS & Windows devices as long as the requirements are fixed before I start the configuration. There are not many Intune experts out there but it’s not that difficult to learn either. MobileIron is a much more complicated solution and has been adopted from an on-prem solution to start with so it has its legacies limitation too. Microsoft Intune started on the cloud right from the start so it does not have such issues.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

14%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	3

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	129
Midsize Enterprise	55
Large Enterprise	170

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MobileIron UEM?

The pricing is comparable to Microsoft Intune, but Ivanti Neurons for MDM offers many features and innovation.

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What needs improvement with MobileIron UEM?

Windows devices could be improved, as we are more familiar with client-managed devices where we install the application or the client of Ivanti Neurons for MDM or MobileIron in those devices. We ar...

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What is your primary use case for MobileIron UEM?

We are working with MDM requirements for major purposes alongside other products including mobile application management and content management on mobile phones. Our market in the Philippines in te...

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How does Microsoft Intune compare with VMware Workspace One?

Microsoft Intune is a great tool for managing a mobile device fleet while keeping access control. The solution makes it easy to control security and manage the usage of mobile apps when you have a ...

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What are the pros and cons of Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune is a great configuration management tool and has a lot of good things going for it. Here are some of the things I like about it: Pros: Protected productivity: Intune gives you th...

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How does Google Cloud Identity compare with Microsoft Intune?

Microsoft Intune offers not only an easy-to-deploy data protection and productivity management solution, but also access to both Microsoft’s user community as well as around-the-clock customer s...

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Also Known As

MobileIron UEM, MobileIron Unified Endpoint Management, MobileIron EMM, MobileIron Enterprise Mobility Management

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Overview

Everywhere Work is here

Dealing with increasing demand for devices, applications and platforms?

Ivanti Neurons for MDM is your single solution to manage iOS, iPadOS, Android, macOS, ChromeOS and Windows.

Cloud‑based device management and security

Secure and manage endpoints running iOS, iPadOS, Android, macOS, ChromeOS and Windows.

Simple onboarding and provisioning process

Quickly and easily onboard devices and provision them over the air with all the apps, settings and security configurations they need.

Seamless, productive user experience

Deliver a delightful, native user experience across any device and OS while improving productivity.

Reduce the complexity and cost of endpoint management

Manage and protect any iOS, iPadOS, Android, macOS, ChromeOS, Windows and VR/XR device, from a single cloud-based solution.

Manage devices everywhere business happens

Know the devices your supply chain workers rely on are updated and in good operating condition, ready for the day’s business.

Ivanti

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

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Frontier Airlines

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