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ManageEngine Endpoint Central vs SOTI MobiControl comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 1, 2024

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
5.7
Microsoft Intune boosts ROI by reducing costs, simplifying management, enhancing security, and increasing productivity through efficient resource use.
Sentiment score
6.5
ManageEngine Endpoint Central boosts ROI and productivity quickly by automating processes, despite some users lacking precise metrics.
Sentiment score
5.5
SOTI MobiControl enhances operational efficiency, asset management, and security, leading to varied financial and non-monetary benefits for users.
Everything we've gained from it makes my job easier day after day, and I see value in it as an engineer.
Importantly, when someone leaves the company, it helps protect document access on their devices.
Applications are deployed through Intune, and we see fewer tickets for common issues because we can resolve them through the solution.
SOTI MobiControl brings ROI for customers, as they can save significantly by cutting travel costs to manage devices.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
5.3
Microsoft Intune customer service varies, with premium services praised, but first-level support often lacks effectiveness and speed.
Sentiment score
5.0
ManageEngine Endpoint Central's support is praised for helpfulness but could improve response times, communication, and documentation clarity.
Sentiment score
8.6
SOTI MobiControl customer service is praised for responsiveness, though some report challenges with older versions and variable satisfaction.
When a support ticket is submitted, it directly reaches someone with Intune support expertise.
When I contacted Microsoft, they had the same expertise, if not more, which is phenomenal because I felt heard and my problem was solved.
Sometimes, the support provided is excellent, and the representative is knowledgeable, while other times, the service needs improvement.
The support team is available via chat and will create a ticket if they're not available, providing assistance even for small issues.
While they are generally good, there could be improvements in their response times to align with our SLAs.
Sometimes it is challenging to reach them promptly during urgent situations.
They are always there and helpful, always answering effectively.
Currently, I haven't escalated any issues to technical support because we have given a good product and good approach.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.9
Microsoft Intune is scalable, integrates with other Microsoft services, and offers flexible licensing, ideal for diverse device management.
Sentiment score
7.7
ManageEngine Endpoint Central effectively scales for large deployments, integrating diverse architectures with high scalability for growth, especially in cloud environments.
Sentiment score
8.7
SOTI MobiControl offers strong scalability, effectively managing thousands of devices, though server performance may require enhancement beyond 1,000 devices.
The scalability of Microsoft Intune is ten out of ten.
Ideally, we want to automatically segregate devices based on user properties like primary use, but currently, dynamic groups seem limited to device properties.
It supports organizations with 200 endpoints and those with more than 15,000 endpoints.
I rate the scalability of SOTI MobiControl as nine out of ten.
Once enrolled, devices are easily controlled from anywhere.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.7
Microsoft Intune offers high stability and reliability, with minimal downtime and regular updates ensuring a seamless user experience.
Sentiment score
7.9
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is praised for its stability, reliable performance, and efficient support despite minor performance issues.
Sentiment score
8.3
SOTI MobiControl is stable and reliable, albeit with minor update challenges and occasional bugs, praised for strong support.
We have not experienced downtime, bugs, or glitches.
Microsoft Intune has been very stable.
A couple of years ago, the performance was not as good as it is now, but there are noticeable backend improvements.
ManageEngine prefers not to display any information if it cannot be properly gathered.
The product is very stable, especially with the cloud version.
We haven't encountered issues very frequently.
I rate the stability of SOTI MobiControl as nine out of ten.
I find SOTI MobiControl stable.
SOTI MobiControl is stable enough, and I have not experienced any downtimes or performance issues with it.
 

Room For Improvement

Microsoft Intune needs enhanced reporting, improved platform integration, better device management, user-friendly interface, and advanced remote and security features.
Users seek improvements in software QA, stability, compatibility, navigation, integrations, and performance across OS management in Endpoint Central.
SOTI MobiControl requires improved documentation, interface, reporting, support, device features, pricing stability, compatibility, clarity, control, feedback, and chat.
Features like unlocking devices sometimes fail, and the support offered for other operating systems is insufficient.
There are communication issues, so you might start working with a feature without knowing if it will be deprecated six months from now.
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.
It would be great if there was a smarter solution to address this issue.
Endpoint Central does not support Linux, which makes it challenging to patch Linux machines using commands.
The patch management module could be simplified as it is currently a bit complicated.
They need to integrate more with local resellers so they can fetch information from ISP providers and allow for a more detailed overview of device usage, such as internet packages.
Improvements are needed in UI aspects and in making the enrollment process simpler.
The solution is currently the most advanced EMM in the market and sits in the highest tier because other competitors are not growing as effectively.
 

Setup Cost

Microsoft Intune offers competitive, flexible pricing, especially bundled, despite licensing complexity, making it appealing for enterprises and non-profits.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is cost-effective with complex licensing, praised for ROI but extra features can increase costs.
SOTI MobiControl offers competitive pricing with potential savings for larger volumes, though startups may face bulk license challenges.
Introductory professional services, like a fast-track service, were included with our E5 membership, and there have been no additional costs.
The Intune suite and add-ons, such as batch management and remote help, are costly.
It costs approximately forty euros per user per month.
ManageEngine products offer reasonable prices for their product quality.
The pricing is cheaper compared to other MDM products.
The pricing of ManageEngine Endpoint Central is quite decent.
For larger volumes, the cost per device is not expensive, but it becomes costly when the volume is lower.
I rate the pricing as an eight, which indicates it is on the more expensive side.
 

Valuable Features

Microsoft Intune enhances user experience with automation, robust security, and seamless Microsoft 365 integration, reducing IT workload.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central excels in patch management, asset control, and user-friendly interface boosting IT efficiency and productivity.
SOTI MobiControl offers efficient remote management, application deployment, geofencing, and security, enhancing device support and operational efficiency.
Intune excels in configuration and compliance management for Windows 10, ensuring devices receive timely updates and adhere to organizational standards.
Dynamic groups allow us to set conditions for automatic membership, eliminating the need for user intervention or manual review and ensuring a seamless workflow.
Windows Autopatch is the most valuable because it removes the burden of patch management.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is straightforward to use and implement.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central has significantly simplified my device management practices.
The GUI of Endpoint Central is very user-friendly, which simplifies the process of training new users.
It is valuable for deploying new software components, security patches, and other updates effortlessly through scheduled configurations.
The geofencing feature is particularly beneficial as it alerts us whenever a device exits a specified region, enhancing our security measures.
It allows me to easily view portals, add products, and push files quickly.
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Intune
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Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
294
Ranking in other categories
Configuration Management (2nd), Remote Access (1st), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (1st), Microsoft Security Suite (1st)
ManageEngine Endpoint Central
Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
4th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
68
Ranking in other categories
Client Desktop Management (1st), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (2nd)
SOTI MobiControl
Ranking in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
6th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.9
Number of Reviews
51
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 32.7%, down from 37.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ManageEngine Endpoint Central is 7.3%, down from 7.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SOTI MobiControl is 6.0%, down from 7.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
 

Featured Reviews

AkashKamble - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
Charles A - PeerSpot reviewer
Effective vulnerability, desktop, and patch management
We are using ManageEngine Endpoint Central primarily for desktop management. It allows us to deploy patches, manage antivirus, control endpoints like DLP, and more The most valuable feature to me is the vulnerability management. It also has effective patch management capabilities. The main issue…
Amit-Sarkar - PeerSpot reviewer
A budget-friendly solution that can be used to manage all types of devices, including Windows, iOS, Mac, and Android
SOTI MobiControl is deployed on the cloud in our organization. Users can go for this solution if they want a budget MDM solution. You can use SOTI MobiControl to manage all your devices in one platform, like Windows, iOS, Mac, and Android. Overall, I rate SOTI MobiControl an eight out of ten.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
8%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
16%
Computer Software Company
14%
Retailer
10%
Comms Service Provider
5%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
Well, what we like is that it catch actually a lot of features constantly upgrading. So all the three maybe there the...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
The pricing is cheaper compared to other MDM products, but I don't remember the exact details.
What do you like most about SOTI MobiControl?
The most valuable features of the solution are containerization and app control.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SOTI MobiControl?
I rate the pricing as an eight, which indicates it is on the more expensive side. However, I am not responsible for b...
What needs improvement with SOTI MobiControl?
SOTI MobiControl is quite advanced already, and there is nothing that needs improvement. The solution is currently th...
 

Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager
ManageEngine Desktop Central, Desktop Central, ManageEngine Desktop Management MSP
MobiControl
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Mitchells and Buzzers, Callaway
Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Strathallan School, BMI Healthcare, Comercial Kywi, First Priority Federal Credit Union, Gerab National Enterprises
Citizen Mexico, Sanctuary Housing, PENINSULA HOTELS, East Orange High School, Andrews Distributing, Amey Plc, American Airlines
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