While Microsoft Intune is widely used—especially within the Windows ecosystem—it falls short when managing non‑Windows devices. Swif.ai delivers real‑time Shadow IT detection and AI‑powered Browser Security across macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, all while offering transparent, flat pricing and the freedom to integrate with your preferred directory tools.
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Capability
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Microsoft Intune
Platform Support
Comprehensive support across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android
Strong on Windows, but limited capabilities and inconsistent performance on macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
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 capabilities
AI Tool Governance
Built‑in controls to block or restrict unauthorized AI agents (e.g., ChatGPT, DeepSeek) and monitor their usage
No AI Governance
Limited or no controls over unauthorized AI tool usage
Compliance Automation
Automated workflows for SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 compliance—integrated with top platforms like Vanta and Drata
Basic compliance features requiring manual oversight and additional tools
Directory Flexibility
Freedom to integrate with a wide variety of directory tools, ensuring you’re never locked into a single ecosystem
Tightly integrated with Azure AD, limiting flexibility when using alternative directories
Pricing
Transparent, flat pricing per employee
Bundled with other Microsoft services, leading to less predictable and higher overall costs
Deep integration within the Microsoft ecosystem and widely adopted in Windows-centric enterprises.
Provides basic mobile device and application management for Windows devices.
Excels on Windows but struggles with robust management of macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Often tied to broader Microsoft suites, driving up overall costs and limiting scalability.
Does not include 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).
Excels on Windows but struggles with robust management of macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Excels on Windows but struggles with robust management of macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
While Microsoft Intune may serve well in Windows-centric environments, it falls short in today’s multi‑platform world. Swif.ai stands apart by:
Comprehensive Cross‑Platform Support
Delivering robust protection across macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android—not just Windows. See how
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 seamless integration with your preferred directory tools, freeing you from Azure AD lock‑in.
Compliance-First Approach
Automating SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 compliance with integrations that eliminate tedious manual audits.
Cost Efficiency
Offering a transparent, flat pricing model that avoids the hidden complexities and high costs of bundled solutions. See pricing
Join forward‑thinking teams that have upgraded from traditional MDM solutions to a comprehensive, cross‑platform security solution that prioritizes modern IT governance and true device coverage.