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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    AirDroid Business

    Score10 out of 10
    Enterprise companies (1,001+ employees)
    AirDroid Business, an Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) and Mobile Device Management (MDM) solution, is designed to enable businesses mobility and productivity through remote access and control, device provisioning, policy application and management, kiosk mode, and geofencing. Allowing IT teams to monitor device usage, deploy apps and updates, and remotely troubleshoot issues. AirDroid Business MDM Highlights: Multiple enrollment options: Android Enterprise(AE)…

    $12

    per year

    ManageEngine Endpoint Central

    Score9 out of 10
    N/ADesktop Central from ManageEngine is a client desktop management with patching, remote control, and configuration.

    $795

    per year per user

    Pricing
    AirDroid BusinessManageEngine Endpoint Central
    Editions & Modules
    Basic (everything you need to get started)
    $12
    per device, per year
    Basic
    $12
    per year
    Standard
    $21
    per year
    Ultimate *most recommended*
    $23
    per device, per year
    Enterprise (comprehensive features free from limitations)
    $33
    per device, per year
    Enterprise
    $33
    per year
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    AirDroid BusinessManageEngine Endpoint Central
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsNGO and volume discounts are available.
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    Would buy again
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    98%
    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    99%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
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    97%
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    95%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    User Ratings
    AirDroid BusinessManageEngine Endpoint Central
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.0
    (202 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.4
    (15 ratings)
    Usability
    -
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    9.0
    (162 ratings)
    Support Rating
    -
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    7.1
    (11 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
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    7.8
    (4 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
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    1.8
    (1 ratings)
    Professional Services
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    1.8
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    1.8
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    User Testimonials
    AirDroid BusinessManageEngine Endpoint Central
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Sand Studio
    Well suited : AirDroid's bulk enrollment and policy management features make it highly effective for large-scale device deployment and management. The remote control and troubleshooting capabilities of AirDroid MDM facilitate quick problem resolution without physical intervention. AirDroid allows for secure containerization of work-related data on personal devices, ensuring the separation of personal and professional use. Not suited: AirDroid Business is designed for general mobile device management and may not cater to highly specialized device types or industries. For organizations with minimal IT capabilities, a simpler MDM solution with more streamlined features might be a better fit.
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    For small businesses, it is also free, which, for what it offers, is really helpful. It works better than similar products, such as SCCM, both within and outside the internal network. I do not see scenarios in which it could be less appropriate.
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    Pros
    Sand Studio
    • Remote Support and Diagnostics
    • Robust Policy Implementation
    • Location Monitoring
    • Content Dissemination
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    • We set alerts when a devices gets low on disk space. That is automatic and creates a ticket in ME SDP. We are then able to Add space to a VM Desktop, and then go thru ManageEngine Endpoint Central to extend the drives so the entire process can be done without interruption to the end user.
    • Using the patch scans we can easily see what patches have been installed for all manufacturers not just Microsoft, without having to physically go to the device. It also allows us to choose which patches we want to push out and automate the process so we can be hands off, freeing up out time for other things.
    • Remote access to devices. This allows us to remotely make changes, not just via remote control but also make registry changes and clean up space without going to the device and without interruption to the end user.
    • Alerts. We have set up to get email alerts when new hardware is plugged into any computers. This lets us know if someone is bringing in un-authorized equipment (thumb drives, hubs, etc) to better manage what is/is not on our network.
    Incentivized
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    Cons
    Sand Studio
    • Easier Patch Management and Update Deployment
    • Location Monitoring and Sharing live location with other apps
    • Easier Policy Template Implementation
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    • Prioritizing the flow between package deployments and updates. In my case, application packages must take priority over updates.
    • Reconnecting the remote control port after restarting the computer.
    • In dynamic groups, the first parameter is always "OR", which can cause problems when selecting the remote desktop.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Sand Studio
    No answers on this topic
    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    ManageEngine is considered an excellent product due to its comprehensive suite of solutions for IT management, with ManageEngine Endpoint Central specifically excelling in endpoint management. The platform stands out for its user-friendly interface, robust features, and versatility in addressing diverse IT needs. It offers organizations a centralized solution for endpoint security, patch management, software deployment, and asset management
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    Usability
    Sand Studio
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    Not using WNS to communicate with the endpoint console is a big plus. We now use Workspace One, and WNS can be really annoying at times. After deployment, it cleans itself, which is important for us because our current solution leaves the package on the computer and requires maintenance. The remotely script command is a lifesaver.
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    Support Rating
    Sand Studio
    No answers on this topic
    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    The immediate chat support is great and very helpful. However, if you need escalated support or have a deeper need that the chat tool can't help with, you will experience significant wait times and slow responses. The time zone difference becomes painful to the point of often just giving up.
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    Implementation Rating
    Sand Studio
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    It seems that the services offered with the purchase change from what is covered to what is an additional cost. Somethings I thought we had ended up requiring an additional purchase if we wanted to continue using the feature.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Sand Studio
    AirDroid Business is known for being easy to use and works with Android, iPhone, and Windows devices. It's particularly good at letting IT staff fix device problems remotely. It's also budget-friendly, making it a good choice for smaller companies.
    On the other hand, Microsoft Intune works well with other Microsoft products like Office 365 and Windows. It's super secure and has many features. It's really great if most of the devices in a company use Windows. So, if a company wants an easy-to-use solution that works with many different devices, AirDroid Business is a good choice. But if a company already uses many Microsoft products and needs top-notch security, then Microsoft Intune might be the better pick. We decided with AirDroid because we have more Android devices compared to Microsoft OS Devices.
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    I was not a part of the initial selection process, but I understand the issue was related to cost per endpoint. As a user of the other solutions I would say that the other solutions do have other strengths that ManageEngine is missing. The remote access tools are superior but at the end of the day you get what you pay for.
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    Return on Investment
    Sand Studio
    • Cost Savings on Device Management
    • Remote Troubleshooting and Support saves down time
    • Increased Productivity
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    ManageEngine A Div of Zoho Corporation Pvt Ltd
    • It had a positive impact on our environment, now we need less workforce to deploy patches and install softwares
    • It also does the mitigation part so there we save the cost too
    • It helps in achieving compliance which is net positive to get more projects
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    ScreenShots

    AirDroid Business Screenshots

    Screenshot of Remote device monitoring with screen captures and real-time device status trackingProduct screenshotProduct screenshotProduct screenshotScreenshot of Reports and analytics offer deep-dive insights into device inventory and internal user activities.Screenshot of Geofencing allows tracking device location with virtual fences and getting notified right when a device has entered or exited the zone.

    ManageEngine Endpoint Central Screenshots

    Screenshot of HomepageScreenshot of Threats and patchesScreenshot of ToolsScreenshot of Inventory managementScreenshot of Device control