FileWave vs Hexnode UEM

FileWave is a unified endpoint management platform for organizations managing computers, phones, tablets, and other devices across major operating systems. It supports Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, Android, and ChromeOS, and can be hosted in the cloud or installed on an organization's servers. Enrollment options include zero-touch deployment and frameworks such as Windows Autopilot, Apple ADE/DEP, and Android and ChromeOS enterprise options. Administrators can distribute apps, updates, scripts, and content with standard installers or Filesets. Its patented Fileset Technology sends changes at file level and allows deployed files to be edited or removed. The platform supports scheduled OS and third-party application patching, with testing and rollback options for Fileset revisions. Security features include encrypted communications, remote lock and wipe, and administrator two-factor authentication. Audit-ready reports cover devices, configurations, patching, licenses, encryption, and compliance. The free Community Edition is limited to 15 computers, 15 tablets, and 15 Chrome devices, with community support and no included support service.

Hexnode UEM centralizes endpoint management across operating systems for organizations managing devices. Its supported systems include Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, tvOS, visionOS, ChromeOS, Linux and FireOS. Zero-touch enrollment supports Apple ADE, Samsung Knox, Windows Autopilot and Android Enterprise. Administrators can lock devices into single-app, multi-app or web-based kiosk use, schedule operating-system and third-party app updates, and create workflows that deploy files, certificates, scripts or updates. Remote tools include screen viewing and control, script execution, and live terminal access for Apple and Linux devices. Directory integrations include Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Google Workspace and Okta. Pro is listed at $2.20 a month per device, Enterprise at 3.20 USD and Ultimate at 4.70 USD; Ultra pricing requires a request. Plans start with 15 devices. There is no free plan, but a fully functional 14-day trial is offered without a credit card. Hexnode says its servers are hosted on AWS and use firewalls and TLS encryption, and reports ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification and a SOC 2 Type 2 report with no exceptions.