--- description: Review of SimpleMDM Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: SimpleMDM | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Mobile Device Management Software](/directory/4604/mobile-device-management/software) > [SimpleMDM](/software/424430/simplemdm) # SimpleMDM Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/424430/simplemdm Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/424430/simplemdm?page=2) > If you're a Mac admin or IT administrator responsible for keeping Apple devices enrolled, configured, and up to date — whether that's 50 devices at a single site or several thousand across multiple client organizations — SimpleMDM was built for that job. It's a reliable tool for IT teams in education, retail, healthcare, enterprise, and MSP environments that need Apple MDM without the complexity or cost of platforms that bundle in features most teams don't use. Setup is fast. SimpleMDM integrates with Apple Business Manager so new devices ship directly to end users already configured — no imaging, no hands-on provisioning. For mixed environments or BYOD programs, it also supports Apple Configurator, link-based enrollment via email or QR code, and User Enrollment with APFS-based separation of company and personal data. Once devices are enrolled, Dynamic Groups handle the organization automatically. You define the criteria — OS version, device model, group membership, custom attributes — and devices sort themselves in real time. Configuration profiles, scripts, and remote MDM commands apply to those groups, so changes to a policy or a software deployment reach the right devices without manual targeting. For macOS software management, SimpleMDM includes a hosted Munki integration that handles the full deployment workflow — AutoPkg, NoPkg, and a self-serve Managed Software Center for end users — without requiring you to run your own Munki infrastructure. The RESTful API connects SimpleMDM to the rest of your stack, and scripts can be scheduled or triggered on demand. What makes SimpleMDM different from alternatives like Kandji or Mosyle is its native Apple MDM architecture — no proprietary agent — combined with straightforward per-device pricing and API access included at the base price. There's no device minimum, no add-on tiers for core functionality, and no chatbot-first support. Support is US-based technical staff who know Apple MDM, available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MST, with an average response time of 30 minutes or less. SimpleMDM is part of PDQ's product portfolio, which also includes PDQ Connect for cloud-native Windows management and PDQ Deploy \& Inventory for on-prem Windows environments. Pricing: $2.50 per device per month, no minimum. Monthly and annual billing available. 30-day free trial, no credit card required. Languages supported: English > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 40 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 40 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: PDQ - **Location**: Salt Lake City, US ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$3.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: $2.50/month per device. Monthly and annual payment plans are available. - **Target Audience**: 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Automatic User/Device Recognition - Data Management - Deployment Management - Endpoint Management - Inventory Management - Location Tracking - Security Management - Single Sign On - Software Management - Two-Factor Authentication - Wireless Internet Access Control ## Integrations (1 total) - ACCOUNTS ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Mobile Device Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4604/mobile-device-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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When evaluating the product even after reading what I could, I was hoping to speak to someone that would support, deny or contribute to my perception and experience with other MDM's that I have tried. Not possible as screen share or phone support is not possible. ----- ### "SimpleMDM makes managing macs a breeze" — 5.0/5 > **Dan** | *13 December 2022* | Internet | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I loved the fact it basically provides all of the functionality of a JAMF setup without me having to own and manage a server. > > **Cons**: The UI can be confusing at times. More contextual help would be nice. > > SimpleMDM cut down our deployment times from like an hour to basically nothing. Open the box, login, you're done. With everyone moving to remote work, this stuff has been critical for letting us stay on top of managing our fleet. ----- ### "SimpleMDM" — 5.0/5 > **Jenna** | *21 December 2022* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like being able to set up devices remotely since we have employees across multiple states. > > **Cons**: We can't use the 'FindMy' app with SimpleMDM on the device and the tracking feature does not work and update when I try to refresh location. ----- ### "Great software" — 5.0/5 > **Armen** | *13 December 2022* | Medical Devices | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Simplemdm is easy to use and customise for our needs. We're also happy with the reliability and customer service. Support emails are typically responded to within 24hrs. > > **Cons**: Lacking SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications. ----- ### "User Friendly" — 5.0/5 > **Steve** | *13 December 2022* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Very easy to use and navigate as a self taught user. > > **Cons**: Nothing that I can think of at the moment, it has satisfied all of our expectations > > great and easy to use ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/424430/simplemdm?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/424430/simplemdm) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data