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 20.7% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of Ivanti users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% 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

378

Ranking in other categories

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

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category, the mindshare of Ivanti Neurons for MDM is 3.2%, up from 2.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 20.7%, down from 31.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	20.7%
Ivanti Neurons for MDM	3.2%
Other	76.1%

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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OluwashileAdeniyi

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees

Centralized endpoint security has improved and supports hybrid work and BYOD policies

Regarding what I dislike about Microsoft Intune and its downsides, I would say that more Mac controls are needed because we have limited Mac and Linux control. When comparing controls and policies between Windows, Mac, and Linux, Windows has almost everything you can think of, while Mac and Linux have limited types of control. You cannot implement certain things on Mac and Linux that you can on Windows. The limited controls are a major issue. Additionally, if Microsoft could find a way to embed servers into Microsoft Intune, that would be beneficial. Microsoft Intune is not really designed for servers or Windows servers. It is more tailored towards Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating systems. Windows servers are not fully supported. Enterprise organizations usually have both servers and endpoints, which are users' workstations. For servers, most people look for other solutions such as SCCM, which is Configuration Manager. However, SCCM is what Microsoft Intune is trying to replace. Both SCCM and Microsoft Intune belong to Microsoft. Microsoft is trying to transition organizations into Microsoft Intune, the native cloud solution. However, because this update is still in process, servers are not fully compatible with Microsoft Intune and cannot be managed by it. The current policy that has emerged from issues with clients is what they call co-management, which is relatively new, and I do not know if adoption is significant. Many legacy or older customers who have been using these products for decades still have SCCM. When it is time for them to manage their Windows devices, they use what is called cloud attach. Cloud attach is a term whereby your SCCM is connected to your Microsoft Intune. Most people do not know about it, but I have deployed it for several organizations. Cloud attach and co-management work together so that your device is in SCCM, but some policies are pushed from Microsoft Intune. It is like two different solutions working hand in hand. That is what they call co-management. Microsoft Intune does not bring all of your endpoint and security management tools into one place, which is the goal and how it should be. However, as I mentioned, servers are not included. If we talk about end users, Microsoft Intune does bring all your devices together. In a typical enterprise environment, you have end users with workstations, laptops, company-issued phones, and bring your own devices. You can create policies for all of these. However, for the backend, your servers do not have much coverage. Servers are not really covered by Microsoft Intune in that way.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

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

"We have very good technical support; when we had big issues, the support was fantastic, I have nothing to complain about, and it was important for us to have that level of security from the company."

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

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

"The company provides great customer service."

"The user interface is user-friendly."

"MobileIron UEM is a scalable solution."

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

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"The initial setup is easy."

"The technical support of Microsoft Intune is good."

"Microsoft Intune is a very strong and modern endpoint management solution, especially for organizations moving towards cloud and hybrid environments."

"Intune's most valuable features are its device management capabilities, particularly its centralized integration with other Microsoft stack components."

"The most valuable feature is the policy CSPs."

"If you are looking for an MDM provider specifically for user and device certificate enrollment for your BYOD use cases or corporate devices, I believe Microsoft Intune could be one of the best solutions available."

"If I assess Intune's user experience, I would say it is perfect and simple."

"Intune is the best tool going forward because everyone is moving to the cloud."

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Cons

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

"The release of new versions often goes in the wrong direction with Ivanti. The test team or the testing procedures are flawed because they release new versions with numerous basic issues."

"MobileIron UEM could improve the monitoring of devices."

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

"My impression is that MobileIron is very expensive."

"The integration between the MobileIron and Advanced Neurons isn't completely in sync, and we're still working on that."

"It was not an easy initial setup for us. It was a bit difficult and not really straightforward."

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"Automatic updating is pretty rough. It doesn't give me as much control as I had in the past."

"However, due to access limitations, we are unable to deploy certain security features on end-user devices."

"Intune's privilege management feature, while beneficial, is less intuitive than other Intune features, making it challenging to use."

"Microsoft needs to enhance device-level security, as sometimes when using Microsoft Intune, the device's operating system becomes stuck and requires a full uninstall to remove the Intune bug."

"Microsoft Intune could enhance its patch management for various devices, ensuring regular updates and tracking of device privileges."

"From my level of analysis, the feature I would prefer to see added to Microsoft Intune is extensive support. Anything that helps to diagnose the problem and solve it would be useful."

"Better reporting capabilities, stronger Mac OS management, faster policy synchronization, and easier troubleshooting are needed."

"Its integration with Mac and Linux devices can be better. They should provide more features similar to Windows. We should be able to manage policies within Linux and Mac machines. If we can have more granular controls for these two operating systems, it will be really helpful."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"My impression is that MobileIron is very expensive."

"The price of MobileIron UEM is very good."

"Intune is included in the Microsoft 365 licensing package that we have."

"It's affordable. In comparison to the competitors, the price depends on what features you need from Intune, but it's affordable. There are no hidden costs, but there are some features that go for a premium price. Those are the add-ons for which you have to pay extra."

"There is a license required to use the solution. If you're core users in Office 365, for example, you have Outlook email and E3 license, this is only email. You have to buy an EMS license to have Microsoft Intune. It is expensive."

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

"Its licensing model is not complex, but it is very expensive compared to other solutions. They can bring more models and reduce the pricing. They should allow customers to select the features they want and price it accordingly."

"With our standard E5 agreement with Microsoft, there have been no pricing concerns. Introductory professional services, like a fast-track service, were included with our E5 membership, and there have been no additional costs."

"The price of Intune is included with the license for Office 365, so we don't have to pay anything extra for it."

"There is a license required to use this solution. However, it was part of a bundle package. Microsoft Intune is far less expensive than other solutions, such as Workspace ONE."

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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?

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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

Test 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

13%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Government

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	190
Midsize Enterprise	65
Large Enterprise	185

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?

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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

Ivanti Neurons for MDM offers centralized management for mobile devices and endpoints, enhancing security and efficiency with a strong user-friendly interface.

Ivanti Neurons for MDM provides effective control with zero-touch capabilities, compliance reports, and advanced dashboards. Organizations use it to enhance endpoint security and streamline device management with seamless enterprise integration. Despite its strengths, improvements are needed in setup simplicity, interface intuitiveness, and support services. It handles app deployment and patch management well but struggles with basic testing and integration issues on version releases.

What are the standout features?

Zero-touch capability: Enables efficient initial setup without user intervention.
Advanced security: Protects endpoints with robust security measures.
Compliance reports: Generates reports to ensure adherence to required standards.
Patch management: Manages updates across devices to maintain security.
Dashboards: Provides a comprehensive graphical overview of device statuses.
Tunneling: Secures data transfer through encrypted tunnels.

What benefits should users expect?

Automation for efficiency: Reduces manual workloads through automated processes.
Scalability: Supports the growing needs of expanding organizations.
Device inventory visibility: Offers clear views of device distribution and use.
Customer service: Provides support and assistance to ensure operational continuity.

Ivanti Neurons for MDM is implemented across industries to manage mobile devices and endpoints, whether on-premise or cloud-based. Companies in the Philippines utilize it for remote management and app distribution, especially useful for internal app development in remote work environments.

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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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