Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) vs Scalefusion comparison

Cisco and Scalefusion are both solutions in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category. Cisco is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.8, while Scalefusion is ranked #9 with an average rating of 9.0. Additionally, 96% of Cisco users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Scalefusion users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2024

Cisco Meraki Systems Manager and Scalefusion compete in the mobile device management market. Cisco Meraki seems to have the upper hand in security and network management, while Scalefusion is favored for its flexibility and ease of use.

Features: Cisco Meraki Systems Manager stands out for advanced security features, robust network management capabilities, and detailed documentation. Scalefusion receives praise for user-friendly customization, broader platform support, and fast deployment process.

Room for Improvement: User reviews suggest Cisco Meraki could improve its reporting tools, data integration, and integration capabilities. Scalefusion users highlight the need for more streamlined updates, better technical support, and improved update efficiency.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Users find Cisco Meraki’s deployment straightforward and appreciate the detailed documentation, though customer support could be more responsive. Scalefusion is commended for its fast deployment process and efficient customer service, offering quicker deployment and better customer interaction.

Pricing and ROI: Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is viewed as relatively high in cost, delivering good ROI due to its robust features, while Scalefusion is praised for being cost-effective and delivering strong ROI through flexibility and user-focused features.

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Microsoft Intune

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AkashKamble

Sr MacOS specialist engineer at Cyber24

Enables management of multiple operating systems with a single license

The best feature is that it's a Microsoft product, so if anything goes wrong, we get quick support for anything required. Remote system functionality allows us to sit anywhere and take control of any device via remote management. We can enhance security for clients' laptops with built-in Microsoft Defender, which is available with the Microsoft Intune license. We use it for reporting purposes through endpoint analytics. When pushing scripting, there are two types available: remediation script and reservation script. Through endpoint analytics, you can push defender policies to clients. It helps with reporting, inventory updates, and monitoring tenant status health.

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Sulesh PK

Monitoring and Operations Pilot at Egis S.A.

Has simplified hardware issue identification but needs integrated communication options

We have monitoring capabilities and we are monitoring some network tools from Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) and troubleshooting as well. I am currently working with version MR 32.1.4. Policy involves connecting mostly through emails, as we don't have any special kind of policy features. If any alert comes, we connect via mail. We don't utilize the geolocation tracking feature. The unified dashboard helps me simplify device management for my team based on the location, as we have configured devices from many different countries. We give the device's name based on the location, allowing us to identify easily in the dashboard. Regarding operational cost savings, it is cost-saving because in other companies, they use different tools for different networks, such as one for Windows, another for Linux, and a different one for VMware. We use all the systems including Windows, Linux, and networking under Cisco, Centreon, and Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM), which is very cost-efficient. Regarding pricing and licensing of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM), I don't have information about that, as we are from the technical department. Details about subscription and quotation come from another department. I rate this solution 8 out of 10.

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Sipho Ngubonde

Admin at IEC (Electoral Commission of South Africa)

It has significantly increased the amount of work we can perform, but blocking devices could be easier.

It could be easier to put devices on the blocklist. I would like the ability to block a device with a click of a button. Currently, we have to sift through different groups to block a device. It would be nice if Scalefusion allowed me to block without moving the device to a different profile. Another helpful feature they could add is the ability to migrate from one MDM to another. I'd also appreciate more extensive cloud storage. They give you 1 GB by default, but sometimes that's not enough.

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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

"Our bank's most valuable Intune features are centered around the dedicated device concept."

"Previously, SCCM was used as an on-premise solution for clients, but now they are moving to Microsoft Intune as a cloud solution with better security and functions."

"The Autopilot feature is the most valuable because it saves significant time on managing devices."

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

"The ease of applying security policies to applications we deploy is the most valuable feature of Microsoft Intune."

"Intune's integration with Microsoft 365 is exceptional."

"The technical support of Microsoft Intune is good."

"Intune is flexible. If you want to move a device that was previously on-prem, we can bring it to the cloud and apply all the policies. This is helpful for even those organizations that were on-prem and not on the cloud. They can also come and use these features, which are pretty cool and would be handy to protect the data and manage the devices as well."

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"The best features of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager include its simplicity and ease of use. It is straightforward to set up and manage devices compared to other products."

"They can provide detailed information about your devices, including their validity, license status, etc."

"The cloud dashboard's analytics data is particularly valuable, giving me insights into user activities and making it easy to track and manage devices."

"Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) has a positive impact on my company because it is very easy to use, and we can resolve issues easily, allowing us to resolve issues within the SLA."

"It's a very easy solution for the most part, it's very easy to implement and very easy to administer."

"It has facilitated zero-touch authorization events for our employees and their devices. Furthermore, Meraki Systems Manager plays a vital role in securing our notebooks."

"Security is the main feature because the company is reliable."

"The most efficient way is to prepare your integration in the cloud. After that, we can push your configuration from the cloud to the site once you connect the device. This process makes connecting the cloud and the new devices seamless and allows for easy configuration pushing."

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"Scalefusion is easy to use, and they have a broad knowledge base, so you can quickly find answers if you're unsure how to do something. The articles on the knowledge base are well-written, with clear steps on what to do for a specific scenario. That part is well documented."

"Its enhanced support for iOS and Windows devices has been particularly beneficial, expanding our service offerings to customers with diverse device environments."

Cons

"Intune could be enhanced by automating application upgrades, similar to how it automates operating system upgrades."

"We would like to see support for Chrome and/or devices for Chromebooks."

"They need to add more group policies. Intune currently does not have many group policies that you can deploy. Its reporting, which is very limited at the moment, also needs improvement. It will be great if they can add report customization. Its stability needs to be improved. Sometimes, when you register a device in Intune, it doesn't show up instantly on the engine portal on the admin side. They need to provide better support for complicated issues. They also have a long turnaround time."

"In future releases, I would like to see better integration with Apple products."

"Integrating certain group policies can be challenging and may necessitate using on-premises systems to integrate them with Microsoft Intune."

"Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities. This is an area I believe needs improvement."

"Historically, Group Policy has simplified the management of various items, such as printer and drive mappings and while Intune offers workarounds, it lacks native support for these functionalities."

"While Intune works perfectly well, the only potential downside is that the deployment could be a bit complex for some users."

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"Linux compatibility needs improvement."

"There are problems with the connection on the client side, and the app that was deployed could be better."

"The tool's pricing needs to be more flexible like Cisco's."

"Meraki Systems Manager lacks scripting capability compared to Workspace. I've seen the product focused mainly on mobile solutions. They might need more development in endpoints like Windows desktops."

"It would be beneficial to have better integration with other OS."

"System's compatibility with Google Chrome could be improved."

"Sometimes, the integrations are a bit tough."

"One area for improvement in Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is the ability for more advanced users to make detailed and non-standard changes."

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"One area for improvement could be streamlining permissions during initial device setup, especially for corporate-owned devices, to reduce manual user interaction and expedite deployment."

"It could be easier to put devices on the blocklist. I would like the ability to block a device with a click of a button. Currently, we have to sift through different groups to block a device. It would be nice if Scalefusion allowed me to block without moving the device to a different profile. Another helpful feature they could add is the ability to migrate from one MDM to another. I'd also appreciate more extensive cloud storage. They give you 1 GB by default, but sometimes that's not enough."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It comes with the E5 plan. We bought the E5 plan from Microsoft."

"Cost is not my department, but the product is included in the E5 license that we already pay for every user, so no additional cost is incurred."

"I am satisfied with the pricing."

"While I can't provide insights from a business perspective, it's worth noting that the pricing may differ significantly, and the discount we received might not be reflective of standard business rates."

"Pricing depends on the features. Microsoft offers special packages if there are more than 10,000 users, and you may be able to get a reduced rate."

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

"Microsoft Intune is expensive."

"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."

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"Cisco Meraki Systems Manager is an expensive solution."

"The price is high for the market."

"It's extremely competitive and very good for a product in this sphere."

"Meraki MDM is the cheapest solution we have used."

"The storage is affordable and the system has some price-related issues. Therefore, keeping the price in mind, I would rate it seven out of ten."

"The cost of installing this solution can be more expensive depending on who is doing the installation. Cisco is very expensive."

"This product is reasonably priced."

"My clients find it a bit expensive compared to other systems."

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14%

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10%

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Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

11%

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Small Business	121
Midsize Enterprise	47
Large Enterprise	154

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	14

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What do you like most about Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?

The product provides a universal dashboard.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?

The pricing sits at a mid-level range, around five or six. There are cheaper and more expensive tools available, but ...

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What needs improvement with Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM)?

An area of Cisco Meraki Systems Manager (MDM+EMM) that could be improved is if we could connect directly with the res...

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What needs improvement with Scalefusion?

One area for improvement could be streamlining permissions during initial device setup, especially for corporate-owne...

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What is your primary use case for Scalefusion?

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Meraki MDM

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Overview

Microsoft Intune provides centralized management of mobile devices and applications, ensuring security, compliance, and productivity through integration with Microsoft services like Microsoft 365 and Azure Active Directory.

Organizations use Intune for managing mobile devices and applications, enhancing security and compliance across platforms. With features like single sign-on, conditional access, and zero-touch deployment via Autopilot, it facilitates efficient operations. Intune's scalability, easy enrollment, and capabilities such as remote wipe support diverse device management, offering robust data protection and efficient operation. Despite its features, improvement areas include reporting, compatibility with non-Microsoft devices, and better support for macOS and Linux devices.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Seamless Integration: Works with Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, and System Center for streamlined management.
Conditional Access: Enhances security with policies that restrict access based on conditions.
Autopilot: Provides zero-touch deployment for setting up new devices efficiently.
Mobile Device Management: Enables control over both personal and corporate devices.
Application Deployment: Facilitates app delivery across a range of devices.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Centralized Management: Reduces complexity by managing devices and applications in one place.
Security Enhancement: Protects data with features like remote wipe and compliance monitoring.
Improved Productivity: Enhances efficiency with seamless integration and automation features.
Device Scalability: Supports diverse device management for growing business needs.

In industries such as finance, healthcare, and education, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure secure and compliant device management. Companies leverage its capabilities to deploy security policies and manage both corporate-owned and BYOD environments, facilitating a unified approach to data protection and compliance.

Microsoft

Every user is unique. Every device, a bit different. Systems Manager keeps the network in the loop about constantly changing devices, automatically tracking device posture and adjusting security policies to match.

Cisco

Scalefusion is a leading Mobile Device & Endpoint Management software helping businesses globally to secure and manage their device fleet.

Ambitious companies around the world trust Scalefusion MDM to secure and manage endpoints including smartphones, tablets, laptops, rugged devices, POS, and digital signages. Our mission is to make Device Management simple and effortless along with providing world-class customer support.

Scalefusion

Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway

Hafen Hamburg & Empire Riverside Hotel, Eastview Church, Tourism Holdings, Colegio Sagrada Familia Hijas de Jesús, Tommy Bahama's, Canadian School Mexico, Rosebank College

Magna, Scania, Darya - Varia, Radisson Blu, Slice, Veezu

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