Jamf Now
Jamf Now: A practical Apple-only MDM with free management for up to three devices. Ranked #13 of 27 in Mobile Device Management Software by our editors (8.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for small Apple fleets with a free tier.
At a glance
- Editor score8.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSmall Apple fleets with a free tier
- Free planYes
- Paid from$4/device/mo
- Kiosk modeYes
- Founded2002 · Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free management for up to three devices
- Blueprints bundle apps, settings and restrictions
- Apple enrollment, updates and remote lock controls
Where it doesn't
- Apple-only device coverage
- Paid plan pricing is per device
- Advanced needs may require other Jamf products
Our verdict on Jamf Now
Jamf Now is a cloud-based mobile device management platform for small businesses managing Apple hardware. It supports iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV administration through enrollment, inventory, application distribution, configuration profiles, operating-system updates, security controls and remote lock actions. Administrators can enroll devices with an enrollment URL and access code or use Automated Device Enrollment through Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager. The product is best suited to small teams that want a straightforward way to manage a limited Apple fleet.
Pricing is structured around a free tier and a paid plan. The Free plan supports Apple device management for up to three devices. The Jamf Now plan is listed at $4 per device per month with no device minimums. Paid management includes capabilities such as application distribution, automatic installation, Self Service, custom application and configuration-profile deployment, device inventory, update management, and controls for passcodes, FileVault and web protection. The plan structure makes Jamf Now easy to evaluate with a small fleet, while per-device billing gives growing teams a clear path beyond the free allowance.
Its strongest functional area is Apple-focused administration. Blueprints let administrators bundle applications, settings and restrictions, while integrations with Apple Business Manager, Apple School Manager, Apple Apps and Books, Apple Push Notification service, Jamf Protect and Jamf Connect support an Apple-centered ecosystem. Remote lock, device status details and enrollment options add useful operational controls for lost devices and distributed teams. Jamf Now is a sensible choice for organizations managing iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple TV devices that value a free starting tier and focused Apple workflows. Organizations that need Android management or broader cross-platform coverage should consider another MDM category option.
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Jamf Now fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $4/device/mo |
| Supported platforms | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS |
| Enrollment methods | Open Enrollment; Automated Device Enrollment; Apple Business Manager; Apple School Manager |
| Managed app catalog | Yes |
| Kiosk mode | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Maximum devices | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets |
| Built for | Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: Apple Business Manager, Apple School Manager, Apple Apps and Books, Apple Push Notification service, Jamf Protect, Jamf Connect |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | jamf.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Jamf Now integrations
Jamf Now lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- Apple Business Manager
- Apple School Manager
- Apple Apps and Books
- Apple Push Notification service
- Jamf Protect
- Jamf Connect
Alternatives to Jamf Now
- ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager PlusBroad MDM coverage with a free plan, cloud or on-premises deployment, and extensive controls.9.4
- IBM MaaS360A multi-OS endpoint platform with enrollment, policy, app, patching and security controls.9.2
- Sophos MobileA broad MDM suite for organizations prioritizing mobile security and policy control.9.0
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