Microsoft Intune Reviews

I am working with a bank to configure backups for auto-billing devices. We have Samsung tablets used in branches with only customer accounts, where customers open accounts using these dedicated devices. We create custom policies for these devices using Microsoft Intune across multiple domains. Some devices are auto-pilot, some are dedicated tablets, and others are hybrid Azure AD joined devices managed by Configuration Manager. We are using Microsoft Intune in three domains to manage those devices.

Microsoft Intune consolidates our endpoint and security management tools into a single platform. We employ specific policies for autopilot devices tailored for global and US requirements, focusing on banking and government security. To address these concerns, we've implemented policies within the bank that restrict USB and Bluetooth access through the attack surface detection feature. This restricted app concept has been applied to autopilot laptops to enhance their security posture by blocking USB devices and preventing unauthorized research build-up.

User experience is generally good when using open internet devices like 3G, 4G, or 5G, as banks often use restricted internet connections.

Intune offers rapid benefits. Any policy, deployment, or change we implement is reflected within two to three minutes for all users. This is especially valuable for managing laptops. We can quickly implement a cleanup policy if user laptops are compromised or accessed without authorization. In the worst-case scenario of a computer being stolen, we can swiftly deploy a policy to secure the device's data within a minute.

It offers rapid policy, deployment, and change implementation, with effects visible to users within minutes. Devices managed by SCCM can also benefit from Intune workloads and policies, providing a unified management approach. Intune and SCCM work together to address security concerns for hybrid Azure AD joined devices. Attack surface reduction policies can be implemented through either platform to protect devices from threats. Intune manages SCCM-enrolled and Intune-managed devices, offering comprehensive security and management capabilities.

Intune has enhanced the productivity of our IT department. We can now establish Active Directory-related policies for public auto-enrollment devices in remote areas like Karachi and Islamabad. Not confined to specific cities, these devices can be managed through autopilot with AD-related policies created on Microsoft Intune. However, these devices are not always on-demand, so we track them using autopilot policies and create eighty policy replicas for each device. This approach is highly effective for managing our large-scale operations, as users often face challenges like requiring USB access while working remotely. We specifically tailor policies for our hundred audit users, who move frequently between locations.

Our bank's most valuable Intune features are centered around the dedicated device concept. We've implemented policies for tabs used by branch employees during account openings and deployed custom policies and applications on these devices using our Rapid Account Opening application. This dedicated device approach and tailored Intune features have yielded excellent results.

Microsoft Intune needs to improve its security policies. I want more secure, reliable, and efficient security policies.

I have been using Microsoft Intune for five years.

We have Microsoft Premium, which entitles us to Microsoft engineer support specifically for Intune. They respond very quickly. When we open a case on Microsoft and select a severity level, we always choose 'A' because we have a production environment. The engineers connect with us within 15 minutes and are highly capable.

We have upgraded support with Microsoft engineers and direct connections with some of them. When we encounter issues related to Microsoft Intune, we directly contact these highly skilled engineers for immediate assistance. They collaborate with us to resolve problems and always require ticket creation to meet our KPIs. We open and close these tickets accordingly. While we manage a significant volume of tickets, our direct relationship with Microsoft engineers ensures efficient issue resolution and support.

In my previous role, I used IBM MaaS360. Microsoft Intune surpasses MaaS360 with its broader feature set, increased flexibility, and seamless integration with other Microsoft products like Entra for XDR and QRadar. Additionally, Intune offers a more user-friendly experience.

The deployment time for Intune depends on the number of users. For example, an organization with 15 users can take 15 days to deploy. Organizations also using Active Directory and Office 365 Premium require additional deployments so that the total deployment time can reach 25 days.

Intune deployment is straightforward and has a stable internet connection. Given our appropriate EMS E3 and F3 licenses, we anticipate no significant challenges as long as our internet connection remains reliable.

I would rate Microsoft Intune nine out of ten.

After the deployment, Intune requires no maintenance. As long as the internet connection is stable, Intune can ensure all policies work as intended.

Microsoft Intune is the future. Using Intune, we can access other Microsoft tools like XDR through one portal. Pre-COVID users working remotely had to manage laptops not connected by a domain, and now all the devices and policies are managed through Intune.

Microsoft Intune is a very good product from Microsoft, and it has been used to manage endpoint devices and their security. You can do everything in Microsoft Intune except third-party app patching, which Ivanti gives you the liberty to do. Normal Windows updates and everything can be done by Microsoft Intune. On Microsoft Intune, you have very limited options, but it is very dynamic. When discussing the packaging part, for example, if you want to deploy Chrome in your environment with settings that prevent users from opening incognito mode, you can do it through Ivanti by writing a couple of scripts. You can also do it with Microsoft Intune, but you have to change the package from EXE or MSI to .intunewin. That is a crucial part. Without changing it, you cannot deploy it, so that's a limitation from the Microsoft Intune side. It also gives us an opportunity to learn something extra, making it a good product.

The best part of Microsoft Intune is the speed of deployment. If you deploy an app on the Company Portal or by silent install, you will get the app on the client endpoint in no time. Ivanti takes time because it relies on policy sync. Microsoft Intune brings all endpoint and security management tools into one place. For app discovery, deployment, and automatic updating, it's reliable. I have not had extensive hands-on experience as of now because there are senior engineers inside the organization who handle that, but I have seen the feature and it's reliable.

Microsoft Intune should give us the feature to update third-party apps through the tool. When deploying applications such as Google Chrome, VLC, or other applications, we should be able to update them from the same platform.

I have been using Microsoft Intune for probably five years now.

My impressions of Microsoft Intune's stability are very positive. It's very stable because it provides the functionality to connect everything in one place for all Microsoft products.

Microsoft Intune is very scalable, and I'm satisfied with the features.

My teammates have reached out to support. From their experience, the support has been good.

Microsoft Intune has helped our organization save costs. For endpoint management and license management, Microsoft Intune provides alerts at the right time, allowing us to save costs. However, it's not making a significant impact on cost savings due to the business models of products being launched in the market.

Microsoft Intune is super easy to use and somewhat expensive, but users will learn a lot because every third organization in the world is using Microsoft Intune to manage their products. It's very much in demand in the market, while Ivanti is rare. On a scale of one to ten, I rate Microsoft Intune an eight out of ten.

On-premises

I use Microsoft Intune for endpoint management. I administer Intune for many clients, and I also use Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) application protection policies.

The most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune is its scalability. It helps reduce hands-on IT support, especially with remediations. Since it is a cloud solution, there is no need for on-premises infrastructure to support endpoints. Endpoint Analytics is considered very useful, although it can be slow. Endpoint Privilege Management greatly increases productivity by allowing admin rights to be assigned to individual applications.

The platform is incredibly slow and could be more responsive. Specifically, when making changes to security policies, I would like to see those changes take effect more quickly.

I have used Microsoft Intune since more than 2019, so approximately three years.

For me, the deployment is not complicated, but it is a complicated process overall.

Microsoft Intune is generally stable but slow. I would rate its stability at eight out of ten.

I would rate Microsoft Intune's scalability ten out of ten. Being a cloud solution increases its scalability.

The technical support for Microsoft Intune is slow to respond and not great. I try to avoid using it because of its slowness. If you can get through to technical support, it is great, but the triage process is lackluster. I would rate their technical support five out of ten.

Neutral

I previously used Symantec Altiris. I switched to Microsoft Intune for native cloud support, as Altiris was not native at the time with cloud support.

Using Microsoft Intune saves costs by reducing the need for hands-on IT support. It has improved our ROI by lowering licensing costs due to the consolidation of vendors.

I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten because it is improving all the time. The biggest lesson is that all solutions must be integrated, especially in the journey to the cloud. It is important to keep up-to-date with changes in Intune to ensure all adaptations are utilized.

Public Cloud

Other

Currently, we are using Intune to manage our iOS devices. We are planning to extend its use to our Windows computers. Initially, the immediate need was for a Mobile Device Management to support the iOS platform, and Intune fulfilled that requirement.

When it comes to iOS, Intune is quite limited. Since it is a Windows product, it is more tailored towards Windows devices. We noticed limitations, which is one reason we are trying to move away from it. Intune does consolidate all endpoint and security management tools into one place, making everything easier to manage.

Intune should support platforms other than Windows. We have encountered several limitations, especially when handling iOS devices. Features like unlocking devices sometimes fail, and the support offered for other operating systems is insufficient. Enhancements are needed based on my real user concerns.

We have been using Intune since we transitioned to Office 365, and that was over five years ago.

The product itself is fine. We have not experienced any connection issues or significant problems. However, we do encounter backend issues related to its administration.

Intune is not scalable enough to fully support other operating systems aside from Windows.

Microsoft support is alright; it is a standard experience. On a scale from one to ten, I would rate it a five.

Neutral

We did not use a different solution before opting for Intune.

The initial deployment was pretty straightforward.

The deployment was completed with an in-house team comprising about twenty people, where everyone had a small piece of the work.

We see ROI because Intune is bundled in our Microsoft agreement.

The pricing is fair. We get Intune bundled with our Microsoft agreement.

We did not evaluate any other options before choosing Intune.

If you are a Microsoft shop, then Intune is a good fit. If not, you might face issues because it primarily supports Microsoft products. We are planning to decrease its usage. Overall, I would rate Intune a five because we are not solely a Microsoft environment.

Hybrid Cloud

Microsoft Azure

I am using Microsoft Intune at my site, where my company, we have 450 clients, and we manage their accounts using Microsoft Intune. I have credentials from the company, and I'm managing them using these credentials. Under my supervision, there are one hundred and fifty devices.

Using Microsoft Intune, it has streamlined the process from manual to automated for managing users, applications, and data. This simplification allows us to handle everything from a single interface, eliminating the need for manual, one-by-one handling. This change has been significantly beneficial.

I particularly appreciate the administration and security features, which can be deployed easily. 

They are user-friendly, easy to understand, and convenient for managing user accounts. Deploying company policies for users is very efficient, and we can easily administer tasks, which is a positive aspect of Microsoft Intune. 

It's quite convenient and easy to manage, allowing us to handle multiple users and their applications without putting in much effort. This has improved our user management by enabling us to do so from one point, reducing the need for previous multiple software.

The security aspect could be more effective. We are using other applications to manage network devices and groups, so if Microsoft Intune could improve in this area, especially on a network level, it would be a real advantage.

I have been using Microsoft Intune for two years.

I would rate the stability of Microsoft Intune around seven and a half out of ten. While generally reliable, there are instances like the global incident with Microsoft where some time was required to resolve the issue.

I would rate the scalability as eight out of ten. Microsoft Intune effectively handles scaling as required by our organization.

I would give an eight out of ten for customer service. Microsoft support is generally helpful, although there was a delay during a significant incident affecting many clients.

Positive

We were using six different applications to manage data, policies, and users. Microsoft Intune has consolidated these into one platform, which is more effective, saves time and cost, and requires less storage.

The initial setup was fairly straightforward. It required staff training and a transition period of about 45 days to move from previous applications to Microsoft Intune.

I cannot provide specific details on costs or pricing since I do not directly deal with that aspect, however, the organization is satisfied with the pricing.

I would recommend Microsoft Intune because it's an all-in-one solution that simplifies task management across organizations. 

For overall value, I would rate it eight out of ten.

Public Cloud

Other

We use Intune specifically for device management and patching, as well as with Autopilot for device configuration and deployment.

Intune has significantly benefited our organization by providing comprehensive visibility into our device ecosystem. This enhanced oversight has led to cost reductions, improved operational efficiency, and a deeper understanding of our IT environment.

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

Intune could be improved by expanding its third-party patching capabilities for a more comprehensive solution. Currently, we must utilize external resources to manage certain tasks across our environment. Furthermore, user functionality and feature sets could be enhanced, especially as we prepare to deploy Intune on Mac devices.  

I have been using Microsoft Intune for over a year.

The stability of Microsoft Intune is good.

Microsoft Intune is scalable.

We don't rely on Microsoft for support because, as their top partner, our team possesses extensive Microsoft expertise. Generally, issues are minor and resolved efficiently in-house.

Positive

We currently use Ivanti for some patching and third-party solutions, and Jamf to manage Macs due to limitations in Intune. However, since Intune is included in our Microsoft 365 E5 package, we are motivated to consolidate our toolset.

We have seen a return on investment from the device deployment aspect, with less hands-on touch required when deploying devices.

I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of ten.

I would rate the Intune user experience an eight out of ten.

We plan to implement Intune's advanced endpoint analytics feature next year to gain deeper insights into our environment. This will enhance our understanding of its performance and health.

Our organization is currently deploying Intune's public key infrastructure for cloud applications.

We use the solution for Autopilot. The company uses it for onboarding to Autopilot. We're using it mainly for mobile devices as SCCM cannot handle mobile devices. It works great for iOS, iPads and MacBooks. We do use it for Windows as well. 

If a user wants to purchase any application, they have to do it manually. However, we are now able to purchase the apps for the user and the user can access the apps without having to purchase themselves manually. When we use a VPN, we can utilize a protection policy where we can create rules around certain apps so that no data can be copied to an unmanaged device, for example. The device will be deactivated based on a threat to compliance. 

Intune allows us to deploy legacy policies and future policies for our devices. We can create policies for pushing Windows updates. 

The user experience is mainly for mobile devices, and it's very good for protecting personal devices. It helps us control company data, even on personal devices. Overall, the user experience is good. 

We are using Microsoft Copilot. We've very recently started using it. If you have a Copilot license, it can show policies for each device. It's a very useful feature. We're just starting to test it with our pilot groups. However, so far, it's given us the complete details of policies installed on individual devices. It will help us simplify our security operations. For now, we're working with our security and compliance teams to put it into place fully. 

If any user tries to access company data, it directly interacts with the conditional access policy. This helps us protect our data and set the criteria for how data can be accessed and shared. 

The enterprise application management feature for app discovery deployment and automatic updating is very useful. If you want to use a managed application in Intune, it needs to be authorized in Azure. This is an extra protection that ensures only proper applications are used. 

Intune can reduce the manpower needed on the IT side. By pushing customized policies, we can manage everything via the cloud or on-prem, and everything is seamless as it offers hybrid endpoint management capabilities for all devices.

With Intune, we can now manage both Windows and iOS devices under one solution. It's saving us a lot of costs by streamlining the management platforms needed.  We've been able to consolidate vendors. Since everything is now with Microsoft, the enterprise cost is different. The licensing is very easy.

From SCCM, you can control the complete patches of the Windows device. Either it's a future update or a critical update. Otherwise, it's just a security update. However, when it comes to Intune, we have no option to defer the policy. We can defer for 60 days; however, apart from that policy, everything needs to be deployed from Intune.

If you wish to block any App Store application, there is no way to do so. I have no app-blocking policies. If any user installs an application, the complaint policy will check it. Eventually, the device will remove any non-compliant devices. However, it will take time. There is no rapid, pre-emptive way to block the application directly from the App Store.

Intune doesn't bring all of our security management into one place. Windows patching isn't very visible in Intune. 

We need to manually add in serial numbers of the hardware. It would be ideal if the solution could offer a seamless enrollment option.

We'd like to have more visibility on endpoint security, specifically around antivirus and disk encryption. You can configure the firewall, however, it would be ideal if there was a single portal where we could manage all security efforts - from encryption to antivirus to firewalls - anything related to the network.

I've been using the solution for almost six years. 

The stability of Intune is very good. We don't need to take care of the network or anything since it's not on-prem. It's completely stable in the cloud. 

We have about 50,000 Windows devices and 25,000 iOS devices using Intune.

We haven't faced any limitations when it comes to scalability.

We've very rarely had to reach out for support. We had to in June for an update across iOS applications; however, beyond that, our need for them is very rare. You do need to be at an enterprise level in order to get complete support from Microsoft. 

Neutral

Previous to Intune, we were supposed to use only the WatchGuard devices with Citrix since we did not have any SCCM setup. Citrix completely managed the devices. And even if any user wanted to access something from home, the user had to log in first, sign in to VPN, then sign in to any virtual machine related to Citrix, and only then could they use OneDrive or whatever. There was the added cost of getting virtual machines and then having everyone utilize some more bandwidth. Using Intune helped the company streamline access and reduce bandwidth.

We also had a different process for iOS versus Windows products. For iOS, we had people accessing via AirWatch. Intune allows us to have one single type of license for all devices. Plus, Azure's Microsoft Defender offers security. 

The initial setup is not complex. If you are simply setting it up for a mobile device, it's very easy. It will redirect users for conditional access to ensure compliance. How many people you need to deploy is based on scale. However, even with thousands of devices, you only need two or three people as they would need to set up the groups. 

The tool is easy to maintain. 

We've witnessed a very good ROI by consolidating all of our platforms under Windows. A single license can cover five devices. You can sign in and gain access to all sorts of Windows applications from 365 to Excel. 

The licensing is very reasonable. With a single enterprise or EMS license, you can manage the Teams-certified device, and you can manage Windows as well as mobile devices. You can use Azure and get security. You get everything with a single vendor, which helps save costs by 30% to 50%. 

I'm working as an Intune engineer. I'm an end-user.

By moving to Intune, companies can control more DLP. The data loss protection is all right there. Users gain more visibility with Intune. 

I'd rate the solution seven out of ten. 

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure

We use Intune to deploy and control applications on mobile devices and to remote patch and wipe endpoints. We also use it for various other endpoint- related operations.

Intune provides centralized access to the complete environment. It has helped us secure hybrid work and secure company data on hybrid devices. 

It has improved the productivity of our infrastructure and application teams as well as our end users. Intune has helped us quite a bit. I havent' calculated the ROI, so I'm not sure how much it has saved us, but it has streamlined our application process and improved application availability. 

Our main use is Intune's management of mobile devices, like Android or iPhone devices. The application performs quite well for both types. We successfully managed almost 3,000 endpoints. 

From a security perspective, we apply various password patches in application control, but we use a different product. Intune meets our expectations and requirements for device and application control, but it might not fulfill your needs for other purposes, such as security. 

It's quite a thorough solution that gives you a complete inventory of everything you have on your laptop or mobile device. It offers extensive visibility.

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. 

I have worked with Intune for three years.

I rate Intune nine out of 10 for stability. 

I rate Intune nine out of 10 for scalability.

I rate Microsoft support five out of 10. Unlike some other vendors, Microsoft support is not that efficient, but if you have implemented the solution correctly from the start, then you won't need support that much.

Neutral

Intune isn't an easy deployment.

We used a small Middle Eastern firm as a system integrator.

We evaluated Ivanti, but we decided to use Intune because it was available as a SaaS.ker 0

I rate Microsoft Intune eight out of 10. If you need endpoint management and control, Intune will be right for you, but I don't think It can meet your expectations if you need something else. For new users, I suggest having Intune implemented by a security or application architect. Otherwise, you may face problems later that you cannot troubleshoot.