ManageEngine Endpoint Central
Unified endpoint management with patching, remote control and MDM in one licence, priced by endpoint band from $1,045 a year for 50 endpoints (Cloud Professional).
- Paid plans
- Annual by endpoint band
- Cloud or on-prem
- UEM
- Independent sources
- Verified 11 Nov 2026Sources are dated on this profile
- 2 sourcesLinked, typed and dated
- Independent third-party sourcesHow this profile was compiled
- Not an endorsementStack18 has not tested this product
What is ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is a UEM platform for patch management, software deployment, remote control and mobile device management, available in the cloud or on-premises.
- Best forWindows-first IT teams wanting patching plus MDM
- Team size fitSmall teams, Mid-size teams, Large enterprises
- PricingCloud Professional $1,045/yr at 50 endpoints; Cloud UEM $1,395/yr at 50; add-ons and technicians extra.
- Main limitationWindows-first.
- AlternativesMicrosoft Intune, Hexnode, Omnissa Workspace ONE · compare all
ManageEngine Endpoint Central overview: who it is for and what it does.
Endpoint Central combines patching, remote control, software deployment and MDM, in the cloud or on-premises.
Two August 2026 guides list annual fees by endpoint band: Cloud Professional at $1,045 a year for 50 endpoints and Cloud UEM at $1,395.
They note it is Windows-first, with add-ons and technicians priced separately and cloud and on-prem quoted separately.
Main problem it solves
Patches and manages every endpoint.
Typical customer segment
Organisations of all sizes.
Target users
- IT admins
- Desktop support
- Security teams
Primary use cases
- Patch management
- Remote control
- Software deployment
- MDM
What makes it distinct
- Endpoint bands.
- Patching built in.
- On-prem option.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central features explained.
Pricing (per year, 50 endpoints)
- Cloud Professional
- $1,045.
- Cloud UEM
- $1,395.
- Basis
- Endpoint bands.
Capabilities
- Patching
- Yes.
- Remote control
- Yes.
- MDM
- Yes.
Limits
- Focus
- Windows-first.
- Add-ons
- Separate.
- Technicians
- Priced separately.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central pricing and plans.
Figures reported by independent sources; vendor page not reviewed directly. Checked 11 Nov 2026 against Rework · Rework.
Pricing model
Annual fee by endpoint band.
Free plan
No
Free trial
Not documented
ManageEngine Endpoint Central plans and prices (USD)
Cloud Professional
$1,045 per year (50 endpoints)
Annual
Patching and management.
Cloud UEM
$1,395 per year (50 endpoints)
Annual
Adds MDM.
Rework (21 August 2026).
Prices change. Confirm current plans and terms on the vendor's site before you decide.
Visit official website (external) ↗See alternativesManageEngine Endpoint Central integrations, API and platforms.
Important integrations
- Microsoft Entra ID
- ServiceDesk Plus
- Active Directory
- ServiceNow
Supported platforms
- Web
- Windows
API
Not reviewed for this profile.
Data import and export
Not reviewed for this profile.
Integration coverage was not assessed in full. Check ManageEngine Endpoint Central's integrations directory and documentation for your tools.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central pros and cons.
Strengths, limitations and best fit. Each point cites a source; editorial summaries are not customer reviews.
Strengths
Limitations
Best for
- Windows-first IT teams wanting patching plus MDM
- Mid-market IT
- On-prem requirements
May be less suited to
- Apple-only fleets
- Per-device billing seekers
Top ManageEngine Endpoint Central alternatives and competitors.
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft's cloud endpoint management for all major operating systems, at $8 per user a month (Plan 1)…
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Cross-platform unified endpoint management with published per-device pricing from $1.98 a month (Pro…
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ManageEngine Endpoint Central compared with similar mobile device management (MDM) and unified endpoint management software.
Summaries come from each profile. This is a side-by-side aid, not a ranking.
| Product | Pricing basis | Starting price | Free tier | Platforms | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ManageEngine Endpoint Central | Endpoint band | $1,045/yr (50 endpoints) | No | Windows-first, all OSes | Patching + MDM |
| Addigy | Per Mac | $8.25/Mac/mo | No (14-day trial) | Apple | MSPs |
| Hexnode | Per device | $1.98/device/mo | No (14-day trial) | All major OSes | Clear pricing |
| Iru (formerly Kandji) | Per device (quote) | Quote | No | Apple, Windows, Android | Apple + security |
| Jamf Pro | Per device | $4/device (Jamf Now) | Jamf Now (3 devices) | Apple | Apple depth |
| JumpCloud | Per user | $9/user/mo | No (closed) | Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile | Identity + devices |
ManageEngine Endpoint Central vs competitors: head-to-head comparisons.
Each comparison has a feature table, pricing side by side, strengths and limits, and best-fit scenarios.
Compare ManageEngine Endpoint Central with all its alternatives in one table →
ManageEngine Endpoint Central discussions and buying questions.
No published discussions mention this product yet.
ManageEngine Endpoint Central questions and answers
What is ManageEngine Endpoint Central used for?
ManageEngine Endpoint Central is a UEM platform for patch management, software deployment, remote control and mobile device management, available in the cloud or on-premises. Typical uses include patch management, remote control, software deployment, mDM.
How much does ManageEngine Endpoint Central cost?
Cloud Professional is $1,045 a year and Cloud UEM $1,395 a year at 50 endpoints.
Does Endpoint Central include patching?
Yes, with remote control and MDM.
Can Endpoint Central run on-premises?
Yes.
How does ManageEngine Endpoint Central compare with its competitors?
Stack18 publishes head-to-head comparisons of ManageEngine Endpoint Central vs Microsoft Intune, each with a feature table, pricing and best-fit scenarios.
What are the main alternatives to ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
The main alternatives to ManageEngine Endpoint Central covered on Stack18 are Microsoft Intune, Hexnode and Omnissa Workspace ONE. Microsoft Intune may suit Microsoft 365 organisations managing mixed fleets. Hexnode may suit teams wanting affordable cross-platform MDM with clear pricing. Omnissa Workspace ONE may suit large enterprises managing complex, multi-OS fleets. See the ManageEngine Endpoint Central alternatives guide for a side-by-side table.
What are the pros and cons of ManageEngine Endpoint Central?
Strengths: Patching, remote control and MDM in one licence. Cloud or on-prem. Limitations: Windows-first. Add-ons and technicians extra.
Who is ManageEngine Endpoint Central best for?
ManageEngine Endpoint Central may suit Windows-first IT teams wanting patching plus MDM; mid-market IT; on-prem requirements. It may be less suited to Apple-only fleets; per-device billing seekers.
What integrations does ManageEngine Endpoint Central support?
Documented integrations and ecosystem items include Microsoft Entra ID, ServiceDesk Plus, Active Directory, ServiceNow. API: Not reviewed for this profile.
When was the ManageEngine Endpoint Central profile last verified?
Sources for this profile were last reviewed on 11 Nov 2026. 2 sources are listed under Sources, and prices and plans can change, so confirm with the vendor.
Where this information comes from.
- Best Jamf Alternatives in 2026 (updated 21 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
- Best Microsoft Intune Alternatives in 2026 (21 August 2026) Rework Third-party Accessed 11 Nov 2026
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Facts come from two Rework guides (21 August 2026). Compare per-user and per-device pricing on the same basis. Confirm with the vendor before buying. Capabilities were not tested.
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