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Already using Intune? Endpoint Central fills the gaps — or handles everything on its own.

Intune is a capable MDM for Microsoft environments. But when your estate includes non-Windows devices, third-party applications, or hybrid infrastructure, the gaps become operational risks. Endpoint Central works alongside Intune — or replaces it — for organizations that need deeper control across every endpoint type.

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442%

ROI per Forrester TEI

$4.5M

quantified benefits (3 yr)

28M+

endpoints managed

34K+

enterprises worldwide

190+

countries served

Where Intune's documented gaps show

Third-party application patching

Endpoint Central automates patching for 1,000+ third-party applications — Chrome, Adobe, Java, VLC — with test-and-deploy cycles, auto-approval, and rollback.
Intune has no native third-party patch catalog; each app requires manual packaging or a paid external tool.

Full security suite included; no plan upgrades needed

Endpoint Central ships vulnerability management, DLP, anti-ransomware, browser security, device control, EDR, and next-gen antivirus in a single platform.
Intune Plan 1 excludes advanced threat detection and zero-trust enforcement; unlocking them requires Plan 2 or the Intune Suite at additional cost.

Manage every OS from one console — including full Linux support

Endpoint Central provides unified endpoint management for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and ChromeOS — with built-in remote desktop control.
Intune's full management applies to Windows; macOS and Linux support is limited, and remote desktop requires a separate TeamViewer connector.

Running in hours — on-prem, cloud, or hybrid

Endpoint Central deploys on-premises, as SaaS, or hybrid — no Azure dependency. Most teams are operational within hours, with no specialist certifications required.
Intune is cloud-only via Azure AD; co-management with ConfigMgr typically needs extended rollout and certified administrators.

One console engineered for endpoint management — not assembled

Endpoint Central consolidates patching, compliance monitoring, asset management, desktop controls, and remote support in a single console with unified reporting.
Intune combines features from ConfigMgr, EPM, Endpoint Analytics, and Remote Help — separate products with no dedicated compliance dashboard in Plan 1.

Transparent per-device pricing versus escalating add-on costs

Endpoint Central publishes per-device pricing, includes a free tier for 25 devices, and offers a 30-day full-feature trial.
Intune appears free within Microsoft 365 E3/E5 — but third-party patching, advanced security, remote help, and compliance each require paid upgrades.

Feature	Intune Plan 1Bundled in M365 E3/E5	Intune Plan 2Add-on to Plan 1	Intune SuiteAdd-on to Plan 1	Endpoint CentralHighest edition
Platform coverage and Linux management	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android. Linux: Ubuntu LTS only.	Same as Plan 1.	Same as Plan 1. Linux: Ubuntu LTS only.	Windows, macOS, Linux (13+ flavors), iOS, Android, ChromeOS, tvOS, iPadOS, IoT.
Patch management and third-party patching	First-party focused.	First-party focused.	Limited (more focused on first-party).	9+ OS, 1,100+ third-party apps, drivers, BIOS.
Vulnerability scanning and remediation	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Native, continuous scanning & automated remediation.
Malware protection (anti-ransomware + NGAV)	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Patented backup, <1% false positive.
Application control	Basic allow / block only.	Basic allow / block only.	Basic (policy-based).	Intelligent application control.
Browser security	Basic policy-based.	Basic policy-based.	Basic (policy-based).	Advanced. Web content filtering + URL blocking.
Remote control	Not available.	Not available.	Basic. Windows, Mac, Android only.	Advanced. Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile OS.
Digital employee experience	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Built-in DEX insights.
OS imaging and deployment	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Hardware-independent imaging with profile migration.
Peripheral device control	Basic allow / block only.	Basic allow / block only.	Basic allow / block only.	Advanced device-class & file-extension control.
Data leak prevention	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Content-aware DLP with OCR.
Endpoint privilege management	Not available.	Not available.	Windows only.	Cross-platform EPM.
Enterprise application management	Not available.	Not available.	Windows, Mac only.	Cross-platform application management.
Software metering and license management	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Built-in metering & license reconciliation.
Cloud-based server management	Not available.	Not available.	Not available.	Manage cloud workloads alongside endpoints.

Based on official vendor documentation, G2, Gartner Peer Insights, PeerSpot, and Software Advice. Plan 2 inherits Plan 1 capabilities as an add-on. Updated April 2026.

For Intune users who need more

If your organization is committed to Intune for conditional access and Windows MDM, Endpoint Central extends your endpoint management. It fills gaps in third-party patching, cross-platform management, remote control, and desktop management.

We also utilize the built-in MDM alongside Microsoft Intune, which is very helpful whenever we run into license limitations.
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For organizations evaluating a single platform

Organizations managing mixed OS fleets, running hybrid infrastructure, or requiring comprehensive endpoint management without assembling add-ons find Endpoint Central's unified approach more efficient. One platform, lower TCO.

Endpoint Central centralizes patch management, software deployment, asset tracking, and remote troubleshooting into one platform — eliminating the need for multiple tools and reducing administrative overhead. Automated patching reduces security vulnerabilities and downtime significantly.
IT ManagerVerified G2 Review

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Frequently asked questions.

Endpoint Central is a purpose-built unified endpoint management platform that delivers device management, security, patching, compliance monitoring, and remote support from a single console. Intune originated as an MDM tool and expanded by bundling features from multiple Microsoft products into tiered plans.

Plan 1 covers basic Windows management, antivirus, firewall, and BitLocker. It lacks advanced threat detection, zero-trust policies, self-healing automation, and compliance monitoring. Unlocking these requires Plan 2 or Intune Suite — costing at least a bit more per device than Endpoint Central.

Yes. Automated patching for over 1,000 third-party applications with test-and-deploy workflows, auto-approval, rollback, and driver / BIOS updates.

Endpoint Central offers transparent per-device pricing, along with a free tier for up to 25 devices and a 30-day trial. In comparison, the Intune Suite comes at a significantly higher per-device cost, with Plan 2 upgrades driving the pricing even further up.

Yes. Full management across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and ChromeOS — all from a single console.

Most IT teams are up and running within hours with Endpoint Central. No specialist consultants or certifications needed.

Yes. Email, phone, and chat support included across all editions at no extra cost. No paid support tiers.

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