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IBM MaaS360 vs IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson comparison

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.6
Microsoft Intune significantly reduced costs, improved efficiency, integrated seamlessly with Microsoft 365, enhancing productivity and reducing resource needs.
Sentiment score
8.2
IBM MaaS360 streamlines device management, enhances security and compliance, and offers quick returns with notable time and cost efficiency.
Sentiment score
6.0
IBM MaaS360 enhances operational efficiency, reduces costs, and improves security, delivering significant ROI through streamlined management and compliance.
Everything we've gained from it makes my job easier day after day, and I see value in it as an engineer.
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Microsoft Intune not only saves costs by reducing the number of personnel needed but also offers a comprehensive solution for managing laptops, applications, security, individual access, and enrollment.
Subject Matter Expert at Engage IT Services Pvt Ltd
With Microsoft Intune, tasks such as device provisioning, policy deployment, application delivery, and compliance enforcement require less manual effort than in more traditional management models.
Endpoint Cloud Solution Architect at Lutech
Device management tasks that used to require manual effort are now centralized and automated, which has reduced administrative overhead and improved overall productivity.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
Centralized management has improved operational efficiency, allowing the IT team to manage more devices with less manual effort while maintaining compliance and security.
Cybersecurity Analyst at Digitaltrack
Clients report that they now effectively manage employees, block and restrict data sharing, and monitor unauthorized activities on devices, which increases their overall visibility and security.
Presales Consultant And Solutions Engineer at Trillium Information Security Systems
The devices are secured with less fear of data loss in my organization.
Senior Data Engineer at LTI LATAM and Toubro Improtech
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.8
Microsoft Intune's support is mixed; premium users experience better outcomes, but standard support often faces delays and issues.
Sentiment score
6.3
IBM MaaS360 customer service is praised, but technical support feedback varies; improvements in responsiveness and efficiency are needed.
Sentiment score
5.8
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson offers highly proactive, responsive customer service, ensuring smooth operations with 24/7 support and knowledgeable assistance.
When a support ticket is submitted, it directly reaches someone with Intune support expertise.
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
When I contacted Microsoft, they had the same expertise, if not more, which is phenomenal because I felt heard and my problem was solved.
IT Systems Engineer at Syracuse University
Sometimes, the support provided is excellent, and the representative is knowledgeable, while other times, the service needs improvement.
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
The team is responsive, helpful, and usually provides the guidance needed to resolve issues in a responsible timeframe.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
IBM's support and technical service were helpful when needed.
President at a wholesaler/distributor with 11-50 employees
Customer support is unparalleled, very supportive, proactive, and dedicated 24/7.
Senior Software Developer at Radical FANATICS
Support team being responsive and helpful in resolving issues in a timely manner and providing guidance when needed.
Cybersecurity Analyst at Digitaltrack
The customer support for IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has generally been good, with the support team being knowledgeable and responsive, especially for critical issues.
collaboration support engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.1
Microsoft Intune scales efficiently, supporting diverse organizational sizes and environments, offering seamless management and consistent performance as needs evolve.
Sentiment score
8.8
IBM MaaS360 offers cloud-based scalability, effectively managing up to 100,000 devices globally without performance issues, suiting various business sizes.
Sentiment score
5.7
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson efficiently scales for large enterprises, offering seamless device management and compliance monitoring.
The scalability of Microsoft Intune is ten out of ten.
Solutions Architect at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Ideally, we want to automatically segregate devices based on user properties like primary use, but currently, dynamic groups seem limited to device properties.
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
It supports organizations with 200 endpoints and those with more than 15,000 endpoints.
Director at Provisioned
We have been able to add more devices and users without any noticeable impact on performance.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson is very scalable since it can handle any large number of devices effectively and with reliability and speed.
Senior Software Developer at Radical FANATICS
The cloud-based architecture makes it easy to add new users, devices, and security policies while maintaining performance and centralized visibility.
collaboration support engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson is very scalable because we can manage over 1,000 devices at a time and it has never crashed or limited the number of devices we can manage.
Information Technology Manager at DuPont
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.2
Microsoft Intune delivers high stability with minimal issues; users rate it highly for reliable integration and day-to-day operations.
Sentiment score
8.1
IBM MaaS360 is stable and reliable, with minor issues like rare crashes or delays, and is praised for performance.
Sentiment score
8.3
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson offers stability, reliability, and real-time performance, ensuring efficient enterprise device management and security.
We have not experienced downtime, bugs, or glitches.
Head of IT at TWM SOLICITORS LLP
It appears Microsoft Intune undergoes changes without informing customers.
Support Engineer at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
In my experience, Microsoft Intune is a stable platform as it is a cloud-based service, and updates are regularly delivered by Microsoft.
IT Administrator at Newrest Inflight España, S.A
It has been reliable for managing devices, enforcing policies, and monitoring compliance.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
The service has delivered consistent performance for device management, policy enforcement, application deployment, and compliance monitoring.
collaboration support engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
I would rate the stability of IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson as excellent because we have not had either performance problems or website outages, nor any issues in operations.
Especialista En Mdm at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson is stable.
Information Technology Manager at DuPont
 

Room For Improvement

Microsoft Intune struggles with non-Windows compatibility, complex setups, slow sync, limited customization, inefficient policies, and unsatisfactory integration.
IBM MaaS360 needs improvements in device enrollment, user management, integration, and features to boost competitiveness and user satisfaction.
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson requires UI improvements, cost reduction, integration enhancements, and better support for effective device management.
Features like unlocking devices sometimes fail, and the support offered for other operating systems is insufficient.
Strategy & Portfolio Advisor at a insurance company with 1,001-5,000 employees
There are communication issues, so you might start working with a feature without knowing if it will be deprecated six months from now.
Collaborations engineer at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Many third-party companies offer single-pane-of-glass reporting that shows you what your update environment looks like, how your patch is doing, application status, etc., but Intune's reporting is not intuitive.
Engineer at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
I would appreciate a more intuitive interface and simpler navigation in IBM MaaS360.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson offers a strong set of device management and security features, and its centralized management, compliance control, and remote administration capabilities have helped streamline endpoint management; furthermore, dashboard customization and user experience improvements could make this already valuable platform even more effective.
Cybersecurity Analyst at Digitaltrack
The customer support is not that helpful and not very proactive, so they should increase their proactiveness and provide support 24/7.
Senior Data Engineer at LTI LATAM and Toubro Improtech
Setting up and configuring IBM Security MaaS360 may require a learning curve, especially for non-technical users.
Senior Software Developer at Radical FANATICS
 

Setup Cost

Microsoft Intune is cost-effective within Microsoft 365 packages, with discounts for nonprofits and bulk purchases, though standalone licenses cost more.
IBM MaaS360 offers competitive pricing with seamless integration, balancing costs against features, favored over AirWatch and Jamf.
IBM Security MaaS360 offers scalable, cost-effective endpoint management with strong security features, though some find it pricier than alternatives.
Introductory professional services, like a fast-track service, were included with our E5 membership, and there have been no additional costs.
Senior Systems Architect IV at a aerospace/defense firm with 10,001+ employees
The Intune suite and add-ons, such as batch management and remote help, are costly.
Technical Sales Professional (Microsoft Modern Workplace) at Alnafitha IT
It costs approximately forty euros per user per month.
Cyber Security Officer at Gudu
The pricing and licensing experience with IBM MaaS360 was satisfactory and not expensive.
President at a wholesaler/distributor with 11-50 employees
Overall, we feel the platform delivered good value for its cost.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
for my case and for our organization, the price is cost-effective and very affordable.
Senior Software Developer at Radical FANATICS
The initial setup cost was reasonable compared to the value provided by the platform, particularly considering the security, compliance, and device management capabilities included.
collaboration support engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
The pricing is acceptable and cost-effective, with no major issues on the price.
Senior Data Engineer at LTI LATAM and Toubro Improtech
 

Valuable Features

Microsoft Intune excels in device management, integration, automation, and security, enhancing efficiency with Autopilot, Azure AD, and advanced features.
IBM MaaS360 offers robust device management with security features, easy integration, AI insights, and scalable, stable implementation.
IBM MaaS360 centralizes device management, enhancing security with AI insights, efficient policy enforcement, and streamlined administration across platforms.
Intune excels in configuration and compliance management for Windows 10, ensuring devices receive timely updates and adhere to organizational standards.
Microsoft Practice Lead at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Dynamic groups allow us to set conditions for automatic membership, eliminating the need for user intervention or manual review and ensuring a seamless workflow.
Engineer, Systems Admin . at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management.
Director at Provisioned
The main benefit of IBM MaaS360 is phone control and rollout.
President at a wholesaler/distributor with 11-50 employees
The best features IBM MaaS360 offers include centralized device management, policy enforcement, compliance tracking, and remote device actions.
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has positively impacted my organization by enabling us to manage all our devices in one place, settle all the issues remotely through troubleshooting, and it allows the AI feature for reporting.
Senior Data Engineer at LTI LATAM and Toubro Improtech
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson has positively impacted our organization by improving our security posture through effectively managing and securing mobile devices, apps, and content.
Senior Software Developer at Radical FANATICS
The tracking of devices is a critical feature. In any location, we can track devices if they are lost and wipe the data out or wipe them completely.
Information Technology Manager at DuPont
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Intune
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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)
IBM MaaS360
Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
6th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
37
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (12th)
IBM Security MaaS360 with W...
Ranking in Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
10th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
5.7
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 20.7%, down from 31.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM MaaS360 is 7.6%, up from 5.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune20.7%
IBM MaaS3607.6%
IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson0.5%
Other71.2%
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
 

Featured Reviews

OluwashileAdeniyi - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
Abhijeet Chaskar - PeerSpot reviewer
Cybersecurity Analyst at DigitalTrack solution pvt ltd
Centralized device control has improved security and streamlined daily management tasks
The best features IBM MaaS360 offers include centralized device management, policy enforcement, compliance tracking, and remote device actions. These features make managing and securing endpoints much more efficient. Another feature I appreciate about IBM MaaS360 is the visibility it provides. Being able to view device status, compliance, and security information from one console makes day-to-day management much easier. IBM MaaS360 has positively impacted my organization by improving efficiency and security across the organization. We can manage devices more efficiently, maintain compliance, and resolve issues faster. We save time for both IT teams and end users. The AI outputs from IBM MaaS360 have been reliable in our experience. They provide useful insights and recommendations that help with device management and security monitoring. Though we still review important findings before taking action.
Hehic Faith - PeerSpot reviewer
Information Technology Manager at DuPont
Centralized device control has reduced data costs and protects lost mobiles and tablets
Synchronization is a problem sometimes, and I suggest that IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson should improve by making the user interface more user-friendly. It feels pretty average, which gives a hard time for new users. It should be more user-friendly and intuitive. IBM Security MaaS360 with Watson should reduce the cost of the per-device subscription, because when you have a lot of devices like our organization has, it becomes pretty expensive to manage all the devices. It should also allow simplified device management. The cost reduction of 30 to 40% is primarily from reduced device losses, less manual work for admins, and other factors. The more devices you have to manage, the more the cost, especially because they bill per device. In our case, IBM Security MaaS360 can be a bit expensive. It could be less expensive for a small organization dealing with a few devices. The setting is slightly complicated because of the unintuitive interface.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
8%
Government
7%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
10%
Government
8%
Construction Company
6%
Outsourcing Company
29%
Retailer
15%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
11%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business192
Midsize Enterprise62
Large Enterprise185
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business21
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise12
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business11
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise15
 

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Fiberlink MaaS360, MaaS360
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