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Microsoft 365 Business 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

Microsoft 365 Business
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
248
Ranking in other categories
Content Collaboration Platforms (9th)
Windows Autopilot
Ranking in Mobile Device Management (MDM)
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Mobile Device Management (MDM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft 365 Business is 5.9%, down from 7.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Windows Autopilot is 5.8%, up from 5.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Device Management (MDM) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Microsoft 365 Business5.9%
Windows Autopilot5.8%
Other88.3%
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
 

Featured Reviews

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Owner at Nexus Auto system
Digital documentation has boosted team efficiency and provides secure remote manual access
The best feature is the mobile access to SharePoint. It is incredibly valuable for our technicians to view wiring diagrams and manuals directly on their tablets while working under a vehicle. It removes the need to walk back to the office, saving about 20 minutes per job. Additionally, the data security features give me peace of mind; even if a tablet is broken in the shop, our business data remains safe in the cloud.
ShubhamAgarwal - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior CyberSecurity Specialist at LTIMindtree
Streamlined endpoint deployment has improved configuration and security workflows
It's a great tool that provides a lot of assistance from the Windows perspective with configuration and many other things. The newest feature that came up with AI is particularly valuable. I haven't used much of Windows Autopilot as it's very new to me. It's a cloud-based technology from Microsoft for performing the setup and pre-configuration of Windows devices. The way it assists in automated setup and streamlined deployment is great. I don't see any cons as of now.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution is easy to use and has good performance."
"This product has great interoperability and ease of integration."
"You can easily connect to this application with minimal bandwidth."
"The solution is very easy to use. It's completely transparent and extremely easy to navigate."
"The product is flexible and easy to use."
"It is easy to use."
"The initial setup is very simple and straightforward."
"The best thing about 365 Business is its availability."
"It is the only choice if you're managing Windows devices with Intune and Azure."
"The most valuable aspect of Windows Autopilot is its automation features, which allow preset regulations and configurations."
"The way Windows Autopilot assists in automated setup and streamlined deployment is great."
"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."
"Windows Autopilot is very stable."
"The solution is very stable."
"The most effective feature of Windows Autopilot for managing deployments is the automation."
"Windows Autopilot's most valuable features are its automatic enrollment functionality and ability to detect and configure new devices seamlessly."
 

Cons

"Overall, I would rate Microsoft 365 Business a seven out of ten because there is a lot of scope for improvement; sometimes it gets laggy, and I don't know if there's an issue with our system or our connectivity."
"Excel is sometimes slow, particularly when working with large files."
"The pricing of the solution could be better."
"If they offered more integration capabilities, that would be ideal."
"It could be flexible in terms of working with other cloud-based solutions."
"Microsoft Teams can be improved. It is a bit taxing on resources and is resource-heavy on the devices. When you install it on a PC, it uses a lot of memory. They should look for a better price model for educational institutions, and it should be free. We are also using Google Suite, which is free for educational institutions. They charge business people, not nonprofit institutions."
"Upgrading from the old version to the new version of Microsoft Teams created a lot of issues for small companies and larger enterprises."
"The online and desktop versions should have the same user experience."
"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."
"We encounter issues with re-registering devices in the Azure domain."
"They could provide an executable and user-friendly wizard for installation and automatic removal, making it easier for users."
"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."
"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."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is a monthly subscription for the use of this solution."
"We pay a monthly subscription fee for the license."
"The price is high."
"We have an enterprise license, and we get some price off for that. Its price could be better for companies that are not using it massively."
"We are on an annual license for the solution. The solution could be cheaper overall."
"The price of its license should be improved. We have a contract for three years, but we pay on a yearly basis."
"I think that the price is fair."
"There is a subscription needed for this solution."
"We are required to have a license for either EMS, E5, or E2."
"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."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Marketing Services Firm
18%
Performing Arts
12%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Computer Software Company
8%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Performing Arts
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business113
Midsize Enterprise44
Large Enterprise100
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Large Enterprise2
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft 365 Business?
The product's initial setup phase was straightforward.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft 365 Business?
I have no idea about the pricing of Microsoft 365 Business, since I'm not the party concerned.
What needs improvement with Microsoft 365 Business?
I find it very easy to utilize Microsoft 365 Business, and it works for me. Everything is at my fingertips, so I do not know how to suggest improvements. Nothing is easier than paper and filing, bu...
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?
For smaller organizations, they can get it, though it would be a bit expensive.
What needs improvement with Windows Autopilot?
I think they can improve the time it takes to provide the exact solution which will assist in rectifying a particular issue. Maybe they could support other devices other than Windows, such as Mac a...
 

Also Known As

Microsoft 365 E3, Microsoft 365 E5, Microsoft 365 F1, MS 365 Business
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Overview

 

Sample Customers

Urban Agriculture Co., The Detroit Wallpaper Co., TransBlue Facility Management, Garner Food Company
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