ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus vs Kandji
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software. Last verified June 20, 2026.
The short answer
ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #7) for IT admins managing company-owned and BYOD mobile devices and endpoints. A full-featured, affordable MDM ideal for SMBs and mid-market companies.
At a glance
| ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus | Kandji | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software | #7 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Best value for SMBs | Modern Apple device management |
| Pricing | $ ($1 to $3/device/mo) | $$ ($5 to $9/device/mo) |
| HQ | Pleasanton, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 1996 | 2018 |
ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus
A full-featured, affordable MDM ideal for SMBs and mid-market companies.
www.manageengine.com/mobile-device-management/See full entry in The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software
Kandji
A streamlined, automation-focused alternative to Jamf for Apple device management.
www.kandji.ioSee full entry in The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software
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