Jamf Now Reviews

Pros

It's a simple product that doesn't require any training. You can easily set it up and configure everything yourself. Adding a new device via the web is simple and you can deploy apps directly from Apple Business Manager to your iPads remotely. If you need to change the Wi-Fi password, you just update it in Jamf Now and push it out to all the relevant devices at once. The dashboard gives you a complete overview of all your devices, showing their last connection time, current iOS version and model. You can also create blueprints for different types of devices.

Cons

The new price feels a bit high for what you get especially when you compare it to Jamf Pro which offers more features for a similar cost.

Pros

It was an easy tool to set up and use!

Cons

there was a slight learning curve at the start but it got easier to use after spending some time with it.

Pros

The interface is super easy to use and I can go around without any issues. It's really smooth.

Cons

Honestly, I can't think of any real downsides, everything worked smoothly during our time with it.

Pros

I liked that the platform was pretty user-friendly but the main reason I chose them was their support. They always answered the phone and a technician would help me right away.

Cons

Customer support basically doesn't exist for Jamf Now anymore. They don't answer the phone and have split up their teams so you get directed to Jamf Pro support. But when they answer, they can't help you because they don't handle Jamf Now. So you're pretty much on your own......

Pros

I love how simple and modern the interface is and everything looks so clean, which makes it really pleasant to use.

Cons

I get frustrated when certain features aren't available and there's no way to customize or work around them.

Pros

Connecting with Apple Business Manager is very simple and I really appreciate how easy it is for both techy and non-techy team members to use. The deployment process was smooth and it's easy to hand over management to non-IT staff after setting things up.

Cons

I really wish there was an easier way to upgrade to Jamf Pro from this version. The team says they're working on it but we need this solution sooner rather than later!

Pros

Jamf is easy to set up for some basic mobile device management.

Cons

It's very basic and lacks a lot of features which puts it at a disadvantage compared to other more fully-featured products.

Pros

The interface is clean and up-to-date which I really like. It's visually appealing and easy to work with.

Cons

The advanced functionality just isn't there when you need it, it's frustrating limitation.

Pros

The best part is having a single overview of all our assets and being able to push OS updates in no time.

Cons

Some functions are a bit limited. It would be much more powerful if it were combined with Jamf Pro.

Pros

We loved how we could control, manage and update software on all our devices which kept everything secure and up-to-date.

Cons

We've run into some limitations with Jamf Now that aren't an issue in the upgraded Jamf Pro. We think they could add more features to the Now version.

Pros

Their customer support has been amazing! Their chat feature lets me reach out instantly and get quick answers. Since I'm new to device management, this was a huge help. The support team is super knowledgeable and always there to assist me with any questions.

Cons

One thing that really bothers me is not being able to rename devices once they're set up. When I first connected everything, I named the devices after the users, which seemed logical at the time. But now when someone returns their device, I'm stuck with names like "Bob," even though Bob doesn't have it anymore. There's no way to change it to something more generic, so I have to mentally keep track of who actually has which device.

Pros

Managing our field devices has never been easier. Everything is kept updated and organized in one place, so tracking is a piece of cake. Setting up new devices and onboarding them is really simple too.

Cons

The only downside we face is not being able to see the exact location of our Apple devices when they haven't checked in. But honestly, this is more of an Apple problem than a Jamf issue.

Pros

UI is clean and logical, making it super easy to find everything. Setting up devices is simple and the auto-enrollment feature for new devices made rolling this out across our network fast. I was also pleasantly surprised that I could include mobile platforms too!

Cons

The pricing structure really gets out of hand once you need additional features. The costs seem to multiply instead of scale reasonably. Moving from JAMFNow to their broader product suite isn't financially realistic for most businesses and the path forward isn't clear. While it's fine for small companies, I'm not sure the scalability justifies the cost compared to alternatives like InTune.

Pros

Setting up devices is incredibly quick thanks to the automated enrollment with Apple Business Manager, everything's good to go right out of the box.

Cons

The integration with Apple Business Essentials for AppleCare support just isn't there and that's a big limitation for our setup.

Pros

Getting started with basic MDM management on my iPad was instant, there was no long setup process at all.

Cons

I'd love to see the full feature set available for smaller deployments.

Pros

The deployment process is so easy and it's perfect for small to medium businesses that need to organize their device and access management. The scalability is fantastic too and it grows right alongside your business needs. I love how the dashboard gives me a clear overview and I can create device blueprints and push apps and settings wirelessly during onboarding.

Cons

The advanced controls feel limited and I've noticed the documentation doesn't cover some features very well. That said, support gets back to you pretty quickly and the community usually has the answers you're looking for.

Pros

The interface is so clean and organized which makes it easy for me to keep track of all our remote work assets.

Cons

Some features I need are locked behind higher-priced tiers which can get frustrating when I'm trying to access certain functionality.

Pros

I really enjoy using the interface every day and it's user-friendly and makes tasks smoother.

Cons

It lacks some of the advanced features you'd find in Jamf Pro.

Pros

I can control all my household gadgets from one place without any issue, it's so convenient.

Cons

It doesn't pack quite the same punch as Jamf Pro but that's to be expected.

Pros

The most impactful feature is how easy it is to use and set up.

Cons

This isn't their flagship product but it's enough to get started with and it works for a small business or, in our case, for training purposes.