Hexnode UEM vs Kandji
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software (2026). Last verified June 20, 2026.
The short answer
Hexnode UEM ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #7) for IT admins managing company-owned and BYOD mobile devices and endpoints. An easy-to-use UEM with an intuitive interface and support for niche devices.
At a glance
| Hexnode UEM | Kandji | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software (2026) | #7 / The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.3 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Modern UI & broad device support | Modern Apple device management |
| Pricing | $ ($1 to $6/device/mo) | $$ ($5 to $9/device/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2013 | 2018 |
Hexnode UEM
An easy-to-use UEM with an intuitive interface and support for niche devices.
www.hexnode.comSee full entry in The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software (2026)
Kandji
A streamlined, automation-focused alternative to Jamf for Apple device management.
www.kandji.ioSee full entry in The 11 Best MDM (Mobile Device Management) Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.