VMware Workspace ONE 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
VMware Workspace ONE ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #7) for IT admins managing company-owned and BYOD mobile devices and endpoints. A powerful, versatile UEM for large enterprises with diverse device fleets.
At a glance
| VMware Workspace ONE | Kandji | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software | #7 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Enterprise-grade hybrid UEM | Modern Apple device management |
| Pricing | $$$ ($4 to $11/device/mo) | $$ ($5 to $9/device/mo) |
| HQ | Palo Alto, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 1998 | 2018 |
VMware Workspace ONE
A powerful, versatile UEM for large enterprises with diverse device fleets.
www.vmware.com/products/workspace-one.htmlSee 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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