NinjaOne vs. Microsoft Intune
Why your peers choose NinjaOne over Microsoft Intune
NinjaOne
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Powerful and intuitive remote monitoring and management
Best-in-class Support
NinjaOne has been recognized as #1 in support year-after-year by users on G2. With free and unlimited onboarding, training, and support, we are your partner in success.
Top-Rated Patch Management
NinjaOne offers top-rated OS patch management capabilities for Windows, Mac, and Linux endpoints and automated patching for over 100 third party Windows applications.
Fast, Secure Remote-Control
NinjaOne supports lightning-fast, one-click, secure integrations with multiple best-in-class remote control options, including TeamViewer, Splashtop, Control (ScreenConnect), and our proprietary Cloud RDP.
NinjaOne vs. Microsoft Intune Reviews
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Microsoft Intune |
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| Overall | 4.8 (1,443) |
4.5 (205) |
| Meets Requirements | 9.1 1,295 Responses |
8.9 147 Responses |
| Ease of Use | 9.2 1,310 Responses |
8.6 147 Responses |
| Ease of Setup | 9.3 1,182 Responses |
8.2 103 Responses |
| Ease of Admin | 9.3 1,187 Responses |
8.5 103 Responses |
| Quality of Support | 9.4 1,253 Responses |
8.3 141 Responses |
| Ease of Doing Business With | 9.6 1,162 Responses |
8.9 101 Responses |
| Product Direction (% positive) | 9.8 1,296 Responses |
9.4 144 Responses |
Based on G2 Spring 2025
Microsoft Intune
Product Summary
Microsoft Intune offers cloud-based endpoint management with comprehensive support for Microsoft product integration. Intune allows managed service providers (MSPs) and IT teams to set up laptops and mobile devices, manage corporate and BYOD devices, and enforce security policies. It offers features such as app management, data protection, device configuration, and software updates, all from a single cloud-based platform. With Intune, customers can remotely secure their data and ensure device compliance with company security policies.
Use Cases
- Centralized device management:
Streamlines device onboarding, configuration, and administration for highly homogenous environments and device configurations. - Application management:
Intune is commonly used to deploy applications, push updates, and manage user permission for multiple device types. - Easy integration with Microsoft products:
Built for seamless integration with Azure Active Directory and other Microsoft products such as Office and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager.
Shortcomings
- Performance:
Several user reviews have stated that Intune can slow down when performing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as deploying and assigning configuration profiles or showing the status of items. - Universal compatibility:
Users have reported that configuring macOS and Apple mobile devices may be challenging, and fewer functionalities are available for non-Windows devices. - Learning curve:
According to G2 reviews, InTune’s interface can be complex, requiring new users to expend more time and resources to learn and understand how to use the platform fully.
Why your peers choose NinjaOne over Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune is a powerful tool, but many IT professionals find its configuration and deployment process to be complex and time-consuming. According to some G2 users, configuration changes could take time, which may lead to some production delays. NinjaOne, on the other hand, has been proven to improve operational efficiency from day one. IT professionals can easily manage larger enterprise environments as NinjaOne remains fast and reliable regardless of how many endpoints you manage.
NinjaOne Remote, built into the NinjaOne automated endpoint management software, is an enterprise-grade remote access tool designed for scaling IT enterprises. B Designed for IT by IT, NinjaOne Remote delivers instant, single-click access to any Windows or Mac endpoint, ensuring your IT team can troubleshoot and remediate issues without delay. This offers a unified platform where you can monitor and secure your managed endpoints while confidently providing fast and reliable remote support.
This makes NinjaOne an excellent alternative to Intune. The NinjaOne Platform is proven to increase productivity, reduce security risk, and lower IT costs from day one. As the #1 on G2 for endpoint management, remote monitoring and management, and patch management, it is no wonder why 24,000+ clients worldwide trust NinjaOne as their go-to software solution for enterprise IT management.
“NinjaOne streamlined new-clinic onboarding. What previously took weeks, we completed in a day with NinjaOne.”
Ernie Turner // Director of IT at Vetcor
#1-Rated Patch
Management Solution
NinjaOne helps IT teams improve security with automated patch management software that enables you to identify, evaluate and deploy patches to any device, anywhere – no infrastructure required.
Improve patch compliance by 35% (and spend 90% less time doing it) by fully automating patching across Windows, Mac, and Linux endpoints.
This is why customers love us
100,000
Endpoints managed
“NinjaOne is a scalable solution. It’s built on a modern SaaS architecture and it’s future-proof.”
40%
More Cost Effective
“NinjaOne’s price point is 40% less than any other endpoint management tool on the market, while being more powerful and easy to use.”
10-15
Tools Replaced
“Before, I needed 10-15 different tools to execute what NinjaOne does in its centralized, single pane of glass.”
30%
Less time for patching
“We observed a 30% reduction in the time taken for patch deployments compared to our previous solution.”
2,000
Endpoints managed
“NinjaOne gives me much more flexibility and security in my work”
30%
Annual ROI
“[NinjaOne] has already shown its value in ROI…it’s at least a hundred thousand dollars annually.”
24x
Faster Endpoint Management
“Our processes have become 24x faster with NinjaOne.”
20-40
Hours Saved Each Week
“Leveraging the automations feature within NinjaOne has enabled me to save upwards of what would likely be 20 to 30 to even 40 hours per week.”
NinjaOne Integrations
Splashtop
Azure
SentinelOne
Slack
CrowdStrike
Okta
ConnectWise
N-able Passportal
OneLogin
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Slack
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CrowdStrike
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Okta
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ConnectWise
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One Login
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IT Glue
NinjaOne vs. Microsoft Intune FAQs
How does Microsoft Intune compare to NinjaOne?
NinjaOne remains the top Intune alternative because of its ease of use and fast deployment. With a proven track record of driving radical efficiency from the get-go, Ninja’s platform automates the hardest parts of IT. Whether you’re a small business or a sprawling enterprise, NinjaOne delivers visibility, security, and control over all endpoints.
In addition, NinjaOne offers fast and secure remote access capabilities through NinjaOne Remote. Compared to Intune which relies on integration with third-party tools, NinjaOne provides a unified system that enables IT teams of all sizes to confidently monitor, manage, and secure their endpoints, even across globally distributed networks.
How is the Intune support for non-Windows devices?
Microsoft Intune could improve its support for non-Windows devices. NinjaOne, on the other hand, is praised for its superior customer support. It boasts one of the fastest first-response times, at an average of 31 minutes from receiving an IT ticket, and a market-leading CSAT (customer satisfaction score) of 98.4. This is why Ninja is consistently rated as the #1 in customer support.
Does Intune have compatibility with Linux?
Intune supports Linux devices, including Ubuntu LTS desktops; however, G2 reviews say that non-Windows devices receive less support. Alternatively, NinjaOne has established itself as an experienced cloud-native management software solution for Linux devices.
How does the Antivirus and Security Management for Microsoft Intune work?
Currently, Intune only supports Microsoft Defender. Comparatively, NinjaOne offers single-pane antivirus integration with leading software providers to keep your endpoints safe against even the most sophisticated cyber threats.
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