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Jamf Pro vs Windows Autopilot comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2024

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

Jamf Pro
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
1st
Average Rating
9.6
Reviews Sentiment
8.1
Number of Reviews
107
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (2nd)
Windows Autopilot
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category, the mindshare of Jamf Pro is 29.5%, up from 28.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows Autopilot is 6.7%, down from 6.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
 

Featured Reviews

Pete C - PeerSpot reviewer
Customizable with a self-service portal and a good security posture
Policies enabled for self-service should have keywords attached, so that multiple search terms can direct to a single preferred result, without having to clutter the description field. The new remote support tool is still lacking features compared to other industry solutions. There is no built-in functionality for tracking changes over time for multiple devices. All patch reporting is only a current snapshot. The password management tools are fairly outdated. The web console (GUI) is slow with maddening UI/UX inconsistencies.
Mark-Morris - PeerSpot reviewer
Automated enrollment streamlines device management with a helpful self-deploying mode
We use Windows Autopilot for enrolling devices into Intune I work for a Microsoft Gold Partner. We use Windows Autopilot to determine under what circumstances we recommend using Jamf and when to recommend using Intune. It is an automated way of enrolling devices, which streamlines the process.…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"With the countless API integrations and Jamf Marketplace add-ons, Jamf is customizable and is a total device management tool for Apple's ecosystem."
"Patch management and associated policies help us manage and update our fleet's software."
"The design of the GUI, as compared to other solutions, really makes a difference."
"We were able to dramatically enhance our cybersecurity, and better support our users."
"The Self Service feature, which allows us to make apps available to our staff and students was essential."
"It's a great way to keep track of all of our licenses and the software we use daily."
"There is also zero-day support to all new Apple OS."
"Microsoft SSO integration allows us to set up email remotely for users without them having to do anything other than entering their password."
"It is the only choice if you're managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure."
"The most effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation."
"Windows Autopilot automates much of the setup process when delivering computers with a specific image to multiple employees simultaneously. It streamlines the configuration loading process, making it more unattended and yielding consistent results. This eliminates the need for an engineer to input data on each machine manually."
"The solution is very stable."
"Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly."
"The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations."
"Its most valuable feature is imaging, it takes very less time for processing."
"Windows Autopilot is very stable."
 

Cons

"It would be great for Jamf to provide templates for commonly used tasks like updating an operating system, packaging commonly used apps like Office 365, or enabling FileVault."
"An in-house chat room would be a great way to communicate with your team when you aren't physically present with them."
"Sometimes, the server gets slow. The dashboard is only getting loaded."
"It would be nice if Jamf added an onboarding tool integrated into Jamf Connect during the automated DEP enrollment workflow. It would also improve the user experience if Jamf integrated native macOS notifications, with the option to interact within the notification center."
"I am always complaining about the reporting side of things. I love how reporting lets us create custom reports, however, I also feel like it could use some updating."
"There is room for improvement with Jamf Pro, especially regarding updates."
"I would like to see either a report section or an integration with a new reporting module to allow us to pull real metrics from the system easily."
"Patch Management needs work to be efficient."
"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."
"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."
"We encounter issues with re-registering devices in the Azure domain."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly."
"The Azure and Intune platform is not always available and quite often, there are service outages."
"If Microsoft can automatically add the license serial numbers, or have a method for us to get those serial numbers added to Windows Autopilot, apart from having to go through the device manufacturer that would greatly improve the solution."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of any licensing is certainly outweighed by the time saved from manually managing Apple devices."
"Licensing cost is dependent on the footprint and foreseen growth."
"With respect to pricing, Jamf Pro is the better bet."
"We have signed a licensing contract for three years. There is an option to buy an annual license subscription, but we opted for three years as it came with a 25% or 30% discount."
"Jamf is quite up there. It wasn't the cheapest solution, but it's reasonable. Apigee was cheaper than Jamf."
"The setup cost is in the training, which is the most important step of your journey."
"It would be beneficial if it could be reduced slightly."
"The price difference between Jamf Pro and VMware Workspace One is not very much, but when counting the cost of my time, Jamf Pro is clearly much better."
"As far as I know, there isn't an additional cost specifically for Windows Autopilot itself. You'll need to consider the licensing fees for the software you install on the machines, such as Windows and Office. Overall, it is a valuable tool that simplifies the deployment process, making life easier for those involved."
"We are required to have a license for either EMS, E5, or E2."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
42%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
6%
University
5%
Computer Software Company
16%
Government
14%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Jamf Pro?
The most valuable features of Jamf Pro for me are the device locator, which helps find missing iPads, and the ability to remotely manage and disable devices.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Jamf Pro?
The pricing structure is one of the cons. However, the licensing model is simple and easy to manage from an MSP perspective. Licenses are annual, and any changes are communicated effectively.
What needs improvement with Jamf Pro?
The biggest area for improvement is the price and the structure of Jamf's onboarding process, especially the mandatory JumpStart consultation, which can be costly for small organizations. The solut...
What do you like most about Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot is quite expensive. I would rate the price an eight out of ten, as it is a characteristic of Microsoft products.
What needs improvement with Windows Autopilot?
Windows Autopilot could improve its user interface. While it is a good tool, there are other options available that are more user-friendly.
 

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JAMF Software Casper Suite
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Sample Customers

Xero, National Geographic, Oxford University, Via, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Fallon, Cabela's
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