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The JumpCloud Alternative

Swif.ai vs. JumpCloud

Stop overpaying for IT management. Secure your devices with all‐in‐one device security and shadow IT detection—at a fraction of the cost.

Pricing

The JumpCloud Alternative

No more extra costs or hidden fees. Swif.ai delivers advanced Shadow IT detection and AI-powered Browser Security with complete freedom of directory integration—all in one transparent, flat pricing model.

Swif.ai

$11

per employee

JumpCloud

$17

per employee

Feature Comparison

Capability

Swif.ai

JumpCloud

Platform Support

Comprehensive support across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android

Supports major platforms but with limited cross-device Shadow IT controls

Shadow IT Detection

Real-time detection of unauthorized SaaS apps and AI-powered Browser Security to proactively identify risky usage

Lacks dedicated, real-time Shadow IT oversight

AI Tool Governance

Built-in controls to block or restrict unauthorized AI agents (e.g., ChatGPT, DeepSeek) and monitor their usage

No AI Governance


Employees can freely use AI tools without centralized control

Compliance Automation

Automated workflows for SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 compliance—integrated with leading platforms like Vanta and Drata

Basic compliance reporting without automated remediation workflows

Directory Flexibility

Offers the freedom to integrate with a variety of directory tools—ensuring you’re never locked into a single ecosystem

Higher per-employee costs with bundled extras and hidden add-ons

Pricing

Transparent, flat pricing per employee

Typically built around a single directory service, limiting your choice

Pros & Cons

JumpCloud

Pros

Provides unified directory and basic device management.

Offers a consolidated IT platform for organizations primarily invested in its ecosystem.

Cons

Overpriced

Costs nearly 55% more per employee compared to Swif.ai.

Shadow IT & AI Gaps

Does not include advanced real-time Shadow IT detection or AI-powered Browser Security.

No AI Governance

Lacks controls to restrict or monitor unauthorized AI tool usage (e.g., ChatGPT, DeepSeek).

Limited Compliance Automation

Requires manual oversight for audits and fragmented compliance workflows.

Directory Lock-In

Offers less flexibility when choosing the best directory integration for your organization.

The Best Alternative

Why Swif.ai Wins for Modern Enterprises

While JumpCloud may cover the basics of unified directory services and device management, it falls short in today’s rapidly evolving IT landscape. Swif.ai stands apart by:

Comprehensive Shadow IT & Browser Security

Proactively detecting unauthorized software and risky browser activity in real time. See how

Advanced AI Governance

Empowering IT teams with built-in controls to block or monitor unauthorized AI tool usage. See how

Directory Flexibility

Allowing you to integrate with the directory tool that best fits your organization—freeing you from vendor lock-in.

Compliance-First Approach

Automating compliance for SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 with seamless integrations that eliminate tedious manual audits.

Cost Efficiency

Delivering a modern, all-in‐one solution at nearly half the cost of JumpCloud, significantly reducing annual IT expenses. See pricing

Get Started with Swif.ai

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