Ratings
Esper
IBM Security MaaS360
Overall
4.5
4.1
4.8
Meets Requirements
8.9
150 responses
9.4
117 responses
9.2
905 responses
Ease of Use
9
152 responses
8
118 responses
9.3
912 responses
Ease of Setup
8.7
111 responses
7.5
81 responses
9.4
804 responses
Ease of Admin
9
111 responses
7.9
77 responses
9.5
80 responses
Quality of Support
9
138 responses
7.9
113 responses
9.4
876 responses
Ease of Doing Business with
9.2
102 responses
7.9
76 responses
9.6
808 responses
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
138 responses
8
122 responses
Based on G2 Spring 2024
Competitors
Esper
Product Summary
Esper is a next-generation mobile device management (MDM) solution marketed as the “smarter approach” to managing iOS and Android tablets, kiosks, smartphones, and IoT edge devices, among other devices. Its platform offers a wide range of features that allow IT teams to monitor their fleet efficiently from a single pane of glass.
Use Cases
- Centralized device management:
Esper provides MDM capabilities from a single dashboard. - Remote diagnostics:
Esper helps you monitor all your devices for possible performance issues and resolve them before they become larger technical issues. - Compliance enforcement:
Users can easily set policies, and Esper will automatically and accurately enforce them.
Shortcomings
- Remote access:
Esper could improve its remote control and viewing tool so users can manage multiple devices in real-time without slowing down. - Platform compatibility:
According to some G2 users, Esper is much better suited for Android devices, leaving its support for iOS devices much to be desired. - Reporting capabilities:
Some G2 users have stated that they occasionally have difficulty using Esper’s reporting function.
IBM Security MaaS360
Product Summary
IBM Security MaaS360 is a unified endpoint management system designed to streamline and secure the management of diverse endpoints within an enterprise. This solution centralizes the monitoring and management of Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and IoT endpoint devices. MaaS360 provides visibility of devices’ health and compliance status to maintain security policies and operational efficiency.
Use Cases
- Mobile device management (MDM):
MaaS360 enables IT professionals to manage, secure, and monitor mobile devices across various OSs with remote wiping and application deployment features. - IT automation:
Users can utilize MaaS360’s automation to customize policies that automate routine tasks such as device configuration and update rollout. - Patch management:
MaaS360 can detect when devices are missing critical patches and allow users to push out those missing updates to all devices or to a single device.
Shortcomings
- Notifications:
Some users have reported MaaS360’s inconsistencies in delivering critical notifications which can potentially lead to delays in receiving important updates. - Complex interface and set-up:
Users have complained about the difficulty of setting up and managing MaaS360. This solution requires additional training and support so technicians can fully leverage all its capabilities. - Customer support:
Reviewers have complained that MaaS360’s technical support needs more training and that customer support takes a while to respond.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Esper and IBM Security MaaS360
NinjaOne sets itself apart with its exceptional customer reviews, usability and comprehensive integration options, positioning it ahead of its competitors. The platform’s interface is expertly crafted for both quick adoption and ease of use, vital for dynamic IT environments. This focus on user experience doesn’t compromise its robust feature set, which is designed to boost operational efficiency, an area where many competitors struggle. In terms of integration, NinjaOne shines by offering extensive compatibility with a wide array of third-party applications, an area where other RMM solutions often have limitations. This makes it a more adaptable choice for varied IT ecosystems. Furthermore, NinjaOne’s scalability and performance consistency, even in large network scenarios, mark it as a superior option. Enhanced by advanced, customizable reporting tools, NinjaOne emerges as a leading choice for IT professionals seeking a dependable, efficientRMM platform.What they're saying
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