Head-to-head · Mobile Device Management Software
Sophos Mobile vs Ivanti Neurons for MDM
Sophos Mobile leads on 0 checks, Ivanti Neurons for MDM on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSophos Mobile · 9.0/10
- Free trialonly Sophos Mobile
Sophos Mobile scores higher on our rubric for mobile device management software: 9.0 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.
Sophos Mobile is the better fit for mobile security-focused device management. Ivanti Neurons for MDM is the better fit for conditional-access-focused MDM.
- Sophos Mobile fits best
Mobile security-focused device management
- Ivanti Neurons for MDM fits best
Conditional-access-focused MDM
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Side by side
| Feature | Sophos Mobile 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Ivanti Neurons for MDM 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #3 in Mobile Device Management Software | #4 in Mobile Device Management Software |
| Best for | Mobile security-focused device management | Conditional-access-focused MDM |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Pricing on request · 30-day trial | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Community, Docs | Docs |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 9 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Sophos Mobile 2/2 · Ivanti Neurons for MDM 2/2 | ||
| Managed app catalog | ✓ | ✓ |
| Kiosk mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | iOS, iPadOS, Android, Windows Mobile, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS | iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, Android, macOS, ChromeOS, Windows |
| Enrollment methods | Add device assistant, manual enrollment, Sophos Central Self Service Portal, QR code, zero-touch, Knox Mobile Enrollment, Apple Business, Apple Configurator 2, Google Workspace | Apple Business Manager, Google Zero-Touch Enrollment, Windows Autopilot |
| Deployment | Cloud | Not checked yet |
| Maximum devices | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Sophos Mobile is a cloud-based unified endpoint management solution for organizations managing Android devices, iPhones, iPads, Chromebooks, Macs, and Windows computers. It suits IT teams that need centralized enrollment, configuration,… Read the review → |
Ivanti Neurons for MDM is a mobile device and endpoint management platform for organizations managing corporate-owned, BYOD, rugged, and shared devices. It combines device policy enforcement, application distribution, automated enrollment,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Sophos Mobile — where it wins
- Broad enrollment options, including QR code, zero-touch, Knox, and Apple Business
- Covers policies, compliance, apps, kiosks, BYOD, and remote device actions
- Adds mobile threat defense with Sophos XDR integration
Where it doesn't
- Pricing is contact-sales rather than published by plan
- No free plan is available
- Verified integrations are limited to Microsoft Intune and TeamViewer
Ivanti Neurons for MDM — where it wins
- Conditional access uses device, user, app, and network signals.
- Supports iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and watchOS.
- Combines kiosk mode, MAM, secure email, VPN, and remote support.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing uses a contact-sales model rather than published tiers.
- Cloud and on-premises deployment require an operating-model decision.
- Broad platform coverage may exceed the needs of single-platform teams.
- Sophos Mobile9.0/10 · Pricing on request · 30-day trial
A broad MDM suite for organizations prioritizing mobile security and policy control.
Visit Sophos MobileFull verdict → - Ivanti Neurons for MDM8.9/10 · Pricing on request
A broad MDM platform with strong conditional access and multi-platform enrollment.
Visit IvantiFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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