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Best AI Mobile Device Management Software in 2026
AI mobile device management software enrolls phones, tablets and laptops into a central console where an administrator pushes settings, apps and updates, and where AI features such as chat assistants, script generators or compliance automation take over routine tasks. It covers MDM and unified endpoint management (UEM). It is not an antivirus agent, a mobile app builder or a consumer parental-control app.
Quick answer
Hexnode ranks first for listing named AI features in a published tier. Mosyle fits Apple-only fleets on a tight budget, and Microsoft Intune suits companies whose Microsoft 365 licenses already include it.
Most buyers of MDM already know they need enrollment and policies; the open question is whether the AI parts save admin time or just add a badge. This ranking judges which vendors name an AI feature on their own pages, what it does, which plan carries it, and what a device costs per month. Twelve vendors are ordered by editorial judgment from their own sites as of October 2026. Smaller vendors come before the largest names, and vendors that name no AI feature rank lower, because an AI label without a described function tells a buyer nothing. Pricing that is not printed is marked as quoted.
The 12 best AI mobile device management software in 2026, ranked
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| # | Tool | Best for | Free plan | Entry price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hexnode | Small IT teams running mixed Android, Apple, Windows and Linux fleets who want an in-console AI helper | Trial | $2.20 per device per month (Pro MDM Essentials) |
| 2 | Mosyle | Apple-only companies wanting automation, low per-device pricing and a free tier for tiny fleets | Yes | $1.00 per device per month (Mosyle Business Premium) |
| 3 | Scalefusion | Retail, logistics and field teams with kiosks, rugged Android and shared devices alongside Windows and Mac laptops | Trial | $2 per device per month, billed annually (Essential) |
| 4 | Iru | Apple-heavy companies adding Windows that want endpoint management, EDR and compliance evidence from one lightweight agent | No | Quoted |
| 5 | SOTI MobiControl | Logistics, retail and healthcare operations running barcode scanners, rugged handhelds and kiosks that must stay locked down | Trial | Quoted |
| 6 | Miradore | Small offices wanting a free start for up to 50 devices plus remote support | Yes | $2.75 per device per month (Premium) |
| 7 | ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus | IT teams that want on-premises hosting or a perpetual license and published tables of device-count pricing | Yes | $495 per year for 50 devices (on-premises Standard) |
| 8 | 42Gears SureMDM | Organizations managing Android, Windows, Linux, wearables and VR headsets alongside kiosks who also want an MSP hub | Trial | Quoted |
| 9 | Jamf | Larger Apple-first organizations that need device management, endpoint protection and governance of employee AI tool use | No | $4 per device per month (Jamf Now, under 25 employees) |
| 10 | Microsoft Intune | Microsoft 365 E3, E5 or Business Premium customers wanting device compliance tied to Entra ID | Trial | $8.00 per user per month (Intune Plan 1, standalone) |
| 11 | Esper | Companies running dedicated Android kiosks, tablets and point-of-sale devices that also need iOS, Windows or Linux | No | $2 per device per month (Genesis) |
| 12 | Fleet | Engineering-led teams that want open-source device management across Mac, Windows and Linux with GitOps and self-hosting | Yes | $7 per host per month (Premium) |
- 1
Hexnode
Hexnode ranks first because the AI features are named, priced into a published tier and aimed at daily admin chores. The Ultra tier lists Genie AI for answering help questions, writing PowerShell, Bash or Python scripts and proposing fixes, while the entry tier still lists kiosk, app and location management at $2.20. Public prices run up to $4.70, so a cost check needs no call until Ultra.
Strong on
- Genie AI chat, script generation and fix suggestions are listed in the Ultra tier rather than a separate add-on
- Four published price points between $2.20 and $4.70 per device per month make budgeting simple
- One console covers Android, Apple, Windows, Linux, ChromeOS, Apple TV, Fire OS and Link OS devices
Weak on
- Genie AI is listed only in the Ultra tier, whose price is not published
- Remote control of desktop devices and patch management also sit in Ultra, not in the cheaper tiers
Skip it if: Buyers who want AI features on the cheapest plan, or Apple-only fleets that would rather have a vendor focused on Apple alone. Shown with monthly billing and a 15-device start; annual billing saves 10%, and the top Ultra tier is quote only.
- 2
Mosyle
Mosyle takes second place because its published price list is the lowest in the category and still includes AI. The company markets AI-based automated zero trust for Mac inside Fuse and a generative AI script generator for macOS, and Business Free manages up to 30 Apple devices at no cost. Windows and Android fleets need a different product, which holds Mosyle back from first.
Strong on
- Business Free manages up to 30 Apple devices at no charge, with paid tiers from $1.00
- Apple TV and Apple Watch management are included with iPhone and Mac licenses at no extra fee
- Free, personalized onboarding is offered to every customer regardless of plan
Weak on
- Management covers Apple platforms only, so Windows laptops and Android phones stay outside the console
- Paid tiers need at least 30 licenses and annual billing, which excludes micro fleets that want to pay monthly
Skip it if: Mixed fleets with Windows or Android devices, and teams that want a month-to-month contract. Billed annually with a 30-license minimum; Business Free covers up to 30 devices, Fuse tiers cost $1.50 and $3.00.
- 3
Scalefusion
Scalefusion sits third because it combines a clear price ladder with deep kiosk and rugged-device tooling, and its AI is narrower than Hexnode's. The pricing page lists AirThink AI in the Enterprise plan, plus PowerShell scripting, but gives little detail on what the assistant does on the page itself. The 10-device minimum and annual-only billing are the main price friction.
Strong on
- Kiosk mode, Zero Touch enrollment and OEM integrations suit shared and rugged devices in shift-based work
- Developer API, ITSM integrations and advanced workflows start at the Business plan
- A $4 add-on adds vulnerability detection, secure web gateway and USB control to Business or Enterprise
Weak on
- AirThink AI appears only in the Enterprise plan, and the pricing page explains it in a single line
- All plans bill annually with at least 10 devices, so very small or seasonal fleets cannot buy monthly
Skip it if: Companies that need AI help at the entry tier, or buyers who want to pay month by month. Ten devices minimum and annual billing only; Growth lists $3.50, and Business and Enterprise add an optional $4 security bundle.
- 4
Iru
Iru is fourth because the AI story is broad but the buying story is a quote request. The vendor describes Iru AI as a grid of agents behind identity, endpoint and compliance products, with AI-generated compliance controls and strategic insights in the console. A single agent for Mac and Windows with 550+ auto-updating apps is concrete, but price comparison is impossible until sales responds.
Strong on
- 550+ catalog apps with zero-touch patching reduce manual packaging work on Mac and Windows
- Compliance automation generates controls and maps evidence for audits from the same device data
- Management, EDR, vulnerability scanning and identity share one console and one agent
Weak on
- No public prices, and no self-serve free trial path appeared on the pages checked
- Windows and Android support is newer than the vendor's Apple history, so check parity for your OS mix
Skip it if: Buyers who need list prices before talking to sales, or fleets without any compliance or audit requirement. The site shows request-a-quote buttons for each product and no public price list.
- 5
SOTI MobiControl
SOTI MobiControl comes fifth because its AI assistant is new and its pricing is private, while its rugged-device pedigree is strong. SOTI Stella is described as an assistant that generates reports and gives guidance from a question. Lockdown, kiosk and single sign-on tools, plus Android, Apple, Linux and Windows management, fit operations where the device is a work tool rather than an office laptop.
Strong on
- Lockdown, kiosk and SSO products cover single-purpose devices used on warehouse floors and in vehicles
- Stella, the AI assistant, answers questions and generates reports inside the SOTI platform
- Android, Apple, Linux and legacy Windows Embedded devices are all listed as managed platforms
Weak on
- No price appears on the pages checked, so a budget requires a quote
- The vendor lists Stella in one short paragraph, with no detail on data use or plan availability
Skip it if: Office-only fleets of laptops and phones, where the SOTI rugged and lockdown tooling goes unused. No public prices on the product pages; the site offers a free trial and sales quotes.
- 6
Miradore
Miradore ranks sixth because it gives the lowest barrier to entry after Mosyle, at up to 50 devices free, but offers no AI feature on its pricing page. Premium at $2.75 and Premium+ at $3.95 per device cover Android, iOS, macOS and Windows with integrations and built-in remote support. Buyers specifically after AI-assisted admin work will find nothing described there as of October 2026.
Strong on
- A free plan covers up to 50 devices after the 14-day Premium+ trial ends
- Native remote support is part of the Premium+ plan, which saves a separate support tool
- Android, iOS, macOS and Windows are managed from one console with location and app controls
Weak on
- No AI assistant or AI-driven compliance feature is described on the pricing page
- The pricing page shows two prices per tier, so confirm the current figure with a quote or trial
Skip it if: Teams that want AI-assisted scripting, automated remediation or deep Linux and rugged-device control. The page shows older struck-through prices; Premium+ is $3.95, and the free plan covers up to 50 devices.
- 7
ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus
ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus sits seventh because the pricing is the most transparent in the category but the AI claims were not found. The pricing page lists Standard and Professional editions across on-premises annual, perpetual and cloud options, with a free edition up to 25 devices. The pages checked name no AI assistant, so it ranks below vendors that name theirs.
Strong on
- A published table shows annual, perpetual and monthly cloud prices for 50 up to 10,000 devices
- On-premises hosting is available, which cloud-only competitors do not offer
- A free edition manages up to 25 devices with all features, and a 30-day trial is offered
Weak on
- Only the administrator can reach the console by default, and extra technicians cost from $345 per year
- No AI feature was found on the pricing or product pages checked
Skip it if: Buyers who specifically want an AI assistant or agentic automation in the console. Priced by device bands; cloud Standard is $64 per month for 50 devices, and the free edition covers 25.
- 8
42Gears SureMDM
42Gears SureMDM takes eighth place because the platform coverage is wide but the pages checked name neither prices nor AI features. SureMDM is described as unified endpoint management for Android, iOS, iPadOS, Windows, Linux, Wear OS, ChromeOS, macOS and VR platforms, with a separate SureMDM Hub for MSPs. Kiosk apps such as SureLock sit in the same family.
Strong on
- Coverage includes Wear OS and VR headsets, which few competitors list
- SureLock and SureFox turn off-the-shelf devices into kiosks or restricted browsers
- SureMDM Hub gives MSPs a multi-customer console from a separate product
Weak on
- No prices are shown on the pricing page, and no AI feature was found there
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification is shown, but a data-handling policy for telemetry was not checked
Skip it if: Buyers who need public prices or a described AI assistant before they request a trial. The pricing page promises flexible plans and no minimum quantity, but shows no numbers on the page.
- 9
Jamf
Jamf is ninth because it is the most Apple-specific and most expensive option here, with AI aimed at governing AI tools as much as assisting admins. The site lists an AI Assistant and an AI Governance feature, the latter included in Jamf for Mac at $12.50 per device per month. That price is several times the small-fleet vendors above, and Windows management is not the focus.
Strong on
- AI Governance is built into the Jamf for Mac plan with no separate license, according to the pricing FAQ
- Mac pricing bundles management, endpoint protection, content filtering and identity in one per-device price
- Jamf for Mobile adds mobile threat defense and zero trust network access for iOS and Android
Weak on
- Jamf for Mac at $12.50 costs several times the entry prices of small-fleet vendors in this ranking
- Jamf Now is limited to Apple devices and organizations under 25 employees, so growth means switching products
Skip it if: Small mixed fleets with Windows laptops, or budget-led buyers who only need basic enrollment and app deployment. Jamf for Mac is $12.50 and Jamf for Mobile $5.75 per device per month, annual billing with a 25-device minimum.
- 10
Microsoft Intune closes the ranking because the value depends on licenses a buyer already owns, and its AI sits in a separate product. Security Copilot in Intune is listed as AI-powered guidance, and Microsoft says Security Copilot is included in Microsoft 365 E5 at no additional cost. Standalone Plan 1 costs $8.00 per user per month, so it rarely wins for companies outside the Microsoft stack.
Strong on
- Plan 1 comes inside Microsoft 365 E3, E5 and Business Premium, so many buyers pay nothing extra
- Device compliance feeds Entra ID conditional access, linking device state to sign-in decisions
- Security Copilot in Intune gives recommendations and guidance, and E5 includes Security Copilot at no extra cost
Weak on
- Standalone pricing is per user rather than per device, which raises cost for staff with several devices
- Advanced capabilities need Plan 1 plus add-ons, and Entra ID is a required dependency
Skip it if: Companies that run identity and email outside Microsoft, or Apple-only teams that want a specialist console. Plan 1 is included in Microsoft 365 E3, E5 and Business Premium; standalone it is priced per user.
- 11
Esper
Esper ranks eleventh because it is built around dedicated devices, such as kiosks and point-of-sale hardware, rather than the mixed phone fleets most buyers in this list manage. The published $2 and $4 tiers are easy to compare. The pricing page limits the entry tier to five console users, and the vendor lists no AI features there, so the AI angle is thin.
Strong on
- Published per-device prices for Genesis and Bridge make a small fleet easy to cost
- Kiosk and multi-app modes are listed on every plan
- SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001 are named on the vendor security page
Weak on
- Genesis allows only five console users, and Architect has no public price
- The pricing page describes no AI features, so the AI claim rests on other pages
Skip it if: Offices that mainly manage employee iPhones and laptops, or buyers who need a documented AI assistant inside the console. Genesis is $2, Bridge is $4, and Architect is quoted. Console seats are capped at 5, 20 and 100.
- 12
Fleet
Fleet takes twelfth place because it is an open-source, osquery-based tool for engineers, and nothing on its pricing page describes built-in AI features. That keeps it at the end of an AI-focused ranking, although the pricing is clear. A free edition exists, Premium is $7 per host, and the code can run self-hosted, even in air-gapped environments. Teams without engineers may find setup heavy.
Strong on
- Self-hosted deployment is offered, including air-gapped environments, besides a managed cloud
- Free edition and a published $7 Premium price make cost easy to model
- MDM covers Apple, Windows, Linux, iOS, iPadOS, Android and ChromeOS
Weak on
- No AI assistant or automation is described on the pricing page
- Free edition has no support, and Premium is billed per host
Skip it if: Small offices without technical staff who want a point-and-click console and phone support from day one. Free has basic features and no support. Premium is $7 per host per month; a custom tier sits above.
How these AI mobile device management software were judged
Which MDM platforms have AI features that do real admin work?
Vendor claims differ in how concrete they are. Hexnode lists Genie AI to answer help questions, write scripts and suggest fixes, and Mosyle lists a generative script generator and AI-based zero trust for Mac. Iru describes a grid of agents across identity, endpoint and compliance, while SOTI describes Stella as a report-generating assistant and Microsoft lists Security Copilot guidance in Intune. Scalefusion and Jamf name AirThink AI and an AI Assistant but explain little on the pages checked. ManageEngine, Miradore and 42Gears named no AI feature there. Ask for a live demo of the AI on your own device data.
What does MDM cost per device per month?
Published entry prices range from $1.00 to $8.00. Mosyle Premium is $1.00 per device with a 30-license minimum, Hexnode starts at $2.20, Scalefusion at $2, Miradore at $2.75, Jamf Now at $4, and Jamf for Mac at $12.50. Intune Plan 1 is $8.00 per user rather than per device. ManageEngine prices by device bands, from $495 per year for 50 on-premises devices. Iru, SOTI and 42Gears show no numbers. Compare the tier that carries the AI feature, since that is often the most expensive one, and check minimum device counts and annual-only billing.
What device and AI data does an MDM vendor see?
An MDM console holds device inventories, installed apps, locations and sometimes message content, and AI assistants may process some of it. The vendors' trust and AI policies were not read in full for this ranking, so the vendor's policy was not checked for this on model training, retention or regional hosting. Hexnode publishes an AI Transparency page and a sub-processors policy, and 42Gears shows ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification. Scalefusion lists ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 on its site. Ask each vendor in writing whether prompts or device data train any model.
How hard is it to move devices to another MDM?
Moving devices means un-enrolling or re-enrolling them,, and Apple devices registered in Apple Business Manager can be pointed at a new server, which should be confirmed with the new vendor. Mosyle and Scalefusion bill annually, Hexnode offers monthly billing and Jamf uses annual terms with a 25-device minimum. Intune ties compliance to Entra ID, which adds an exit cost beyond the device console. Check whether the API exports inventory and policies, and plan a pilot group first, since profiles, kiosk layouts and app configurations rarely transfer between vendors.
Which MDM fits an Apple-only fleet, a mixed fleet or frontline devices?
An Apple-only company with fewer than 30 devices can start on Mosyle Free, while a larger Apple estate with security needs may look at Jamf or Iru. Mixed Android, Windows and Mac fleets point to Hexnode or Scalefusion. Warehouse and field operations with rugged handhelds point to SOTI, 42Gears or Scalefusion kiosk tools. Companies already on Microsoft 365 E3, E5 or Business Premium should test Intune first, since Plan 1 is included. Teams that need on-premises hosting should look at ManageEngine.
How to choose an AI mobile device management platform in three steps
- Count platforms and shared devices before you compare features. List every operating system in use, how many devices are shared between staff, and which devices run only one app. An Apple-only list leads to Mosyle, Jamf or Iru, a mixed list leads to Hexnode, Scalefusion or Intune, and a list full of scanners and kiosks leads to SOTI or 42Gears. Counting also exposes minimums, such as Mosyle's 30 licenses, Jamf's 25 devices or Scalefusion's 10, which can rule a vendor out before any demo is booked. Write the numbers down and share them with each vendor.
- Test the AI feature on one real task. Pick a chore your team repeats, such as writing a script to remove an app, finding non-compliant devices or answering how to configure a Wi-Fi profile, and run it in each trial. Hexnode, Scalefusion, Miradore and SOTI list a free trial, and Mosyle has a free tier. Time the task with and without the assistant, and note whether the answer was correct and whether it needed rewriting. A feature that cannot finish your own task in a trial will not do it in production.
- Price the plan that carries the AI feature. Find which tier includes the AI assistant, then multiply its per-device price by your device count and the contract term. Hexnode's Genie sits in Ultra, Scalefusion's AirThink AI in Enterprise, and Jamf's AI Governance in Jamf for Mac. Add the cost of technician seats, security add-ons and onboarding where they are charged. Ask whether prices hold on renewal, and whether the minimum device count falls if your fleet shrinks. The honest cost is the tier you will actually use, not the entry price on the banner.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best AI mobile device management software in 2026?
Hexnode is first in this ranking because it names Genie AI for chat, script generation and fixes inside a published tier, with prices from $2.20 per device per month. Mosyle and Scalefusion follow for low-cost Apple coverage and kiosk depth. The order is editorial and based on vendor pages checked in October 2026.
Is there a free MDM with AI features?
Mosyle Business Free manages up to 30 Apple devices at no cost, and Miradore offers a free plan for up to 50 devices, while ManageEngine's free edition covers 25. The vendors' pages checked did not describe AI features in those free tiers, so the AI parts generally sit in paid plans as of October 2026.
How much does AI MDM cost per device per month?
Published entry prices run from $1.00 for Mosyle Premium to $12.50 for Jamf for Mac, with Hexnode from $2.20 and Scalefusion from $2. Microsoft Intune Plan 1 is $8.00 per user rather than per device. Iru, SOTI and 42Gears publish no prices. The tier that carries the AI feature usually costs more than the entry tier.
Which MDM is best for Apple-only companies?
Mosyle, Iru and Jamf are the Apple-focused options here. Mosyle has the lowest published prices and a free tier up to 30 devices, Jamf has the broadest Mac plan at $12.50 per device, and Iru bundles management, EDR and compliance on one agent. Choose by fleet size, budget and security needs.
Is Microsoft Intune included in Microsoft 365?
Microsoft states that Intune Plan 1 is included in Microsoft 365 E3, E5 and Business Premium, and it is sold standalone at $8.00 per user per month. Security Copilot in Intune adds AI guidance, and Microsoft says E5 includes Security Copilot at no additional cost. Check your own agreement for the exact entitlements.
Do MDM vendors train AI on my device data?
The vendors' policies were not checked for this in full. Hexnode publishes an AI Transparency page and a sub-processors policy, which are the places to read first for that vendor. For every other shortlisted vendor, ask in writing whether prompts, scripts or device inventories are used to train any model and where they are processed.
Can one MDM manage Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices?
Yes. Hexnode, Scalefusion, Microsoft Intune, Miradore, 42Gears and SOTI list Android, Apple and Windows management, and several list Linux as well. Apple-first vendors such as Mosyle cover Apple only, and Iru and Jamf have added other platforms around their Apple core. Check the exact feature list per operating system.
Is MDM the same as UEM?
MDM manages phones and tablets, while UEM extends the same console to laptops and desktops. Most vendors in this ranking sell UEM under either label. Hexnode, Scalefusion and 42Gears use the term unified endpoint management on their sites, while Mosyle, Jamf and Iru emphasize Apple device management.