Mac Management Comparison
Stop Overpaying for Mac Management
If you're managing Macs with Microsoft Intune, you're likely paying more for a worse experience. There's a better way.
The Intune Problem
Sound familiar?
- Mac users constantly calling IT for help with basic tasks
- Frustrated employees because Mac management feels clunky and Windows-centric
- Paying $33.75/month per user for Microsoft 365 E3 just to poorly manage Macs
- Security gaps because Intune doesn't leverage native Mac security features
- Time-consuming deployments when setting up new Mac devices
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Jamf Pro | Microsoft Intune |
|---|---|---|
| Built for Mac | Purpose-built for Apple devices | Windows-first, basic Mac support |
| User Experience | Self-service, Mac-native interface | Clunky, requires IT assistance |
| New Device Setup | Automated, zero-touch deployment | Manual, time-consuming |
| App Installation | Mac App Store + self-service catalog | Limited options, IT-dependent |
| Security Management | Full leverage of Mac security features | Basic policy enforcement |
| Conditional Access | Full Azure AD integration + compliance reporting | Native Azure AD integration |
| Remote Support | Built-in screen sharing | Third-party tools needed |
The Numbers That Matter
Real savings for organizations with Mac users
Small Organization
100 users, all Mac
Switch to Business Premium + Jamf Pro
Mid-Size Mixed Environment
500 total users, 150 Mac users
Mac users on Business Premium + Jamf Pro, others stay on E3
Large Mixed Environment
1,000 total users, 200 Mac users
Mac users on Business Premium + Jamf Pro, others stay on E3
For organizations with 300+ Mac users, the focus shifts to operational ROI—typically 2-3x return through reduced IT support costs and increased productivity.
You Keep Everything Important
- Full Microsoft Office suite
- Exchange email and calendaring
- SharePoint and OneDrive
- Microsoft Teams
- Full Intune capabilities for Windows devices
- Conditional access and device compliance
You Gain Better Mac Management
- Zero-touch deployment — New Macs arrive ready to work
- Self-service app installation — Users install software themselves
- Native Mac security — Leverage what Apple built
- Automated patch management — Updates happen silently
- Remote support tools — Help users without desk visits
- Maintained compliance — Full conditional access support
What Your Users Will Say
Before (with Intune)
"I need IT to install this simple app? This is ridiculous."
"Why does everything take so long on my Mac?"
"Can I just get a Windows laptop instead?"
After (with Jamf Pro)
"I can install apps myself now? This is amazing!"
"My new MacBook was ready to use right out of the box."
"Finally, Mac management that actually works like a Mac."
How We Make This Happen
Pilot Program
- Set up Jamf Pro for 10-15 of your Macs
- Configure integration with your existing Microsoft 365
- Show your team the difference in user experience
- Measure the improvement in support tickets
Full Rollout
- Deploy Jamf Pro to all remaining Macs
- Transition licensing for cost savings
- Set up zero-touch deployment for future devices
- Train your IT team on the new capabilities
Result: Happy Mac Users, Lower Costs, Less IT Burden
Common Questions
Will we lose any important Microsoft features?
No. Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes all the productivity and collaboration tools you use daily, plus full Intune capabilities. You're only replacing the Mac management component with something much better.
What about conditional access and device compliance?
Fully supported. Jamf Pro integrates directly with Azure AD to report device compliance status. Your conditional access policies continue working exactly as they do today.
We have more than 300 total employees—can we still save money?
Absolutely! The 300-user limit applies only to Business Premium licenses, not your total company size. You can use mixed licensing where only your Mac users switch to Business Premium + Jamf Pro.
What if we have more than 300 Mac users?
Direct license savings aren't available, but Jamf Pro still delivers 2-3x ROI through reduced IT support costs and increased productivity. Volume discounts are available for large deployments.
Ready to Transform Your Mac Management?
Let's start with a 30-minute conversation about your Mac environment.
- Exactly how much you can save
- A live demo of Jamf Pro's capabilities
- How the implementation would work in your environment
- A custom timeline and pricing proposal