Why pay a premium for a solution that only manages a subset of your devices? Swif.ai offers advanced Shadow IT detection and AI-powered Browser Security across all major platforms, with transparent, flat pricing and complete directory flexibility.
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Capability
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Platform Support
Full coverage across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android
Primarily optimized for Apple devices (macOS and iOS), with limited support for others
Shadow IT Detection
Real-time detection of unauthorized SaaS apps combined with AI-powered Browser Security to proactively identify risky usage
Lacks dedicated, real-time Shadow IT detection
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 or manual compliance processes, resulting in additional overhead
Directory Flexibility
Freedom to integrate with a wide variety of directory tools—avoiding vendor lock-in
Typically tied to Apple-centric or single-directory environments
Pricing
Transparent, flat pricing per employee
Higher per-employee costs with additional fees and less pricing transparency
Strong focus on Apple device management.
Sleek, modern interface for managing macOS and iOS devices.
Costs significantly more per employee compared to Swif.ai.
Primarily designed for Apple devices, leaving gaps for organizations with diverse platforms.
Does not offer advanced real-time Shadow IT detection or AI-powered Browser Security.
Lacks controls to restrict or monitor unauthorized AI tool usage (e.g., ChatGPT, DeepSeek).
Offers less flexibility when integrating with third-party directory tools.
While Kandji may excel in managing Apple devices, it falls short in today’s multi-platform and security-driven environment. Swif.ai stands apart by:
Comprehensive Shadow IT & Browser Security
Proactively detecting unauthorized software and risky browser activities across all device types. 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—ensuring you’re never locked into a single ecosystem.
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 Kandji, significantly reducing your annual IT spend. See pricing
Join innovative teams that have already upgraded from Apple-only management to a comprehensive, cross-platform solution that puts security and flexibility first.