Ratings
Esper
SureMDM
Overall
4.8
Meets Requirements
9.2
905 responses
Ease of Use
9.3
912 responses
Ease of Setup
9.4
804 responses
Ease of Admin
9.5
80 responses
Quality of Support
9.4
876 responses
Ease of Doing Business with
9.6
808 responses
Product Direction (% positive)
Based on G2 Winter 2026
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.
SureMDM
Product Summary
SureMDM is a Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) solution by 42Gears that provides IT teams with control over their organizations mobile, traditional and IoT endpoint devices. It features IT operation tools such as reporting and automation to improve productivity.
Use Cases
- Mobile device management (MDM):
SureMDM allows users to enroll, provision, deploy, manage, and retire mobile endpoint devices. - Remote access:
SureMDM features built-in remote access, which allows users to remotely connect to devices to diagnose and troubleshoot issues. - Automation:
SureMDM utilizes automation to handle repetitive tasks, reducing the need for manual intervention.
Shortcomings
- Device enrollment issues:
The enrollment process is complex and can be time-consuming, as users have reported that devices often fail to enroll. - Steep learning curve:
Reviewers have said that they need more training and resources to better understand the platforms features and configurations. - Long device tracking intervals:
SureMDMs mobile device tracking only updates every ten minutes. Faster speeds are locked behind higher subscription tiers.
NinjaOne
Why your peers choose us over Esper and SureMDM
For enterprise IT organizations managing complex, distributed environments, NinjaOne delivers where others fall short. Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Management Tools, NinjaOne is purpose-built to meet the demands of large-scale operations, combining deep visibility, governance-grade control, and the industry’s highest customer satisfaction scores.Enterprise teams choose NinjaOne for its ability to scale without compromise. Whether managing thousands of endpoints across global locations or enforcing consistent security and compliance policies across heterogeneous infrastructure, NinjaOne provides the reliability and operational consistency that enterprise environments require. Unlike many competing solutions that carry steep learning curves and high system resource overhead, NinjaOne delivers enterprise-grade power without the implementation burden.
NinjaOne’s integration ecosystem is built for enterprise breadth, offering pre-built compatibility with leading security and ITSM platforms, enabling organizations to consolidate their toolset rather than work around it. Advanced, role-based reporting and audit-ready dashboards give IT leadership the real-time intelligence needed to drive strategic decisions and demonstrate compliance. For enterprises seeking a proven, scalable endpoint management platform backed by best-in-class support, NinjaOne is the clear choice.
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