Appaloosa
Appaloosa: A low-cost MDM for Apple-first teams managing Macs alongside other platforms. Ranked #7 of 24 in Mac Management Software by our editors (8.5/10); pricing: 14-day trial; best for low-cost cross-platform Apple management.
At a glance
- Editor score8.5 / 10
- Pricing14-day trial
- Best forLow-cost cross-platform Apple management
- Free planNo
- Paid from€3.49/device/mo
- Automated enrollmentYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Automated Mac enrollment, provisioning, FileVault, and update controls
- Private and public app delivery with silent installation
- Broad identity, directory, support, and API integrations
Where it doesn't
- No permanent free plan
- Enterprise features require a higher €5.49 per-device monthly tier
- Teams focused only on Macs may not need its broader multi-platform scope
Our verdict on Appaloosa
Appaloosa is a cloud-based device management platform for organizations managing Macs alongside iPhone, iPad, Android, and Windows devices. It suits IT generalists, small and growing businesses, and larger teams that want one web console for enrollment, provisioning, applications, security settings, inventory, compliance, and device status. Mac management includes Apple Automated Device Enrollment, profile-based enrollment, macOS account provisioning, setup-assistant controls, FileVault enforcement with encrypted recovery-key escrow, configuration profiles, certificates, application delivery, and update controls.
The pricing structure is straightforward and billed per device monthly. Business costs €3.49 per device per month and includes zero-touch enrollment, private and public app distribution, BitLocker and FileVault encryption, OS update control, and kiosk mode. Enterprise costs €5.49 per device per month and adds the Advanced Add-On, SSO and directory integration, advanced security and compliance, priority support, a dedicated onboarding specialist, and four hours of admin-team training. A 14-day trial is available, but there is no permanent free plan. This makes Business a practical entry point for cost-conscious teams, while Enterprise is aimed at organizations that need more support and identity controls.
Its ecosystem fit is a major strength. Appaloosa integrates with Apple Business Manager, Android Enterprise, TeamViewer, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Okta, SAML 2.0, contact directories, CI/CD tools, Slack, and a REST API. Remote support is provided through TeamViewer, while centralized inventory and compliance reporting help teams oversee mixed fleets. Choose Appaloosa when cross-platform coverage, Apple enrollment, encryption, app deployment, and monthly per-device pricing matter together. Teams seeking only a narrow Mac tool or a permanent free option should consider alternatives.
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Appaloosa pricing
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Appaloosa fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €3.49/device/mo |
| Automated enrollment | Yes |
| Device limit | Not verified |
| App deployment | Yes |
| FileVault management | Yes |
| Remote commands | Not verified |
| Apple platforms | Mac + apple |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Compliance & security | GDPR, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 15 integrations: Apple Business Manager, Android Enterprise, TeamViewer, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace … See all → |
| Pricing | 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | appaloosa.io |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Appaloosa integrations
Appaloosa lists 15 integrations on its own site.
- Apple Business Manager
- Android Enterprise
- TeamViewer
- Microsoft Entra
- Microsoft 365
- Google Workspace
- Okta
- SAML 2.0
- Apple Contacts
- Google Contacts
- Fastlane
- Bitrise
- Jenkins
- REST API
- Slack
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Alternatives to Appaloosa
- Jamf ProA comprehensive choice for organizations managing Macs and Apple devices at scale.9.4
- AddigyA deep Apple management platform for MSPs, with paid plans and multi-tenant controls.9.2
- FleetA flexible MDM and endpoint platform with a free tier and automation tools.9.0
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