Mosyle review (2026): features, pros and cons, and what to check before you buy
Apple-only device management with a free tier for 30 devices and paid plans from $1 per device per month.
Our take for buyers
Mosyle is an Apple-only device management tool for schools and small businesses. It covers macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, tvOS and watchOS, and it does not manage Windows or Android. Reviewers praise exceptional customer support and strong requirements coverage. G2 shows 4.6, but from only 52 reviews, so the sample is small. There is a free tier for up to 30 devices, which makes a hands-on test cheap.
Complaints are that setup can be difficult and that multi-system support is weak because it is Apple only. Customer data is stored in the United States on Azure, which rules it out for buyers needing EU hosting. Mosyle was founded in 2012 and is based in Winter Park, US. It is a clear fit if your fleet is all Apple.
Pros
- Exceptional customer support.
- Strong requirements coverage.
Cons
- Setup can be difficult.
- Weak multi-system support (Apple only)
- Best for
- Schools and small businesses managing only Apple devices.
- Starting price
- Free up to 30 devices; $1.00 per device per month (Business Premium)
- G2 rating
- 4.6 (52 reviews)
What is Mosyle?
Apple-only device management with a free tier for 30 devices and paid plans from $1 per device per month. Schools and small businesses that run only Apple hardware can manage 30 devices free, with paid plans from $1 per device monthly. Switchers get a 6-month side-by-side trial. Windows and Android are out of scope, and data sits in US Azure, which matters if you need EU hosting. Mosyle was founded in 2012 and is based in Winter Park, US.
Category: Mobile Device Management Software
Mosyle key features
| Criterion | What we found |
|---|---|
| OS and device coverage | MacOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, tvOS, watchOS (Apple only) |
| Security policy and compliance enforcement | Endpoint security in Fuse (feature mapping not confirmed by the vendor) |
| App distribution and management | Apps and patch management listed on pricing page. |
| Identity and Microsoft 365 integration | Okta and Ping SSO on admin portals (2021 report); macOS identity and SSO in Fuse. |
| Pricing model and real cost | Per device, Apple-only. |
| Target company size | Small business and education. |
Mosyle plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosyle Business FREE | $0 | up to 30 devices | |
| Business PREMIUM | $1.00 | device/month | 30 license minimum, billed annually |
| Fuse for iOS/iPadOS/visionOS | $1.50 | device/month | 30 license minimum, annual |
| Fuse for macOS | $3.00 | device/month | 30 license minimum, annual |
Page says no hidden costs and that Mosyle has never raised prices. Migration credit equals first-year cost for qualifying Apple MDM switchers.
Who should shortlist Mosyle
A strong fit for
- Schools and small businesses managing only Apple devices.
- Teams moving from another Apple MDM (6-month side-by-side trial, first-year credit)
A weak fit for
- Windows or Android fleets.
- Buyers needing EU data hosting (data stored in US Azure)
Mosyle alternatives
Jamf ProMid-size and large Apple-centric fleets with a dedicated Mac admin.
HexnodeSmall and mid-size mixed-OS fleets that want public per-device pricing.
ScalefusionSmall and mid-size IT teams that want published per-device prices.
Microsoft IntuneCompanies already on Microsoft 365 E3 or E5, where Intune Plan 1 is already included.
JumpCloudSmall and mid-size IT teams that want directory, SSO and MDM from one vendor.
42Gears SureMDMAndroid and rugged or kiosk device fleets.
Security, admin and compliance
Mosyle holds SOC 2 Type II, in place since 2020, and the report is available through a support ticket. Customer data is stored in the US on Azure, with no EU hosting option. Okta and Ping Identity are supported for admin portals according to a 2021 report, and plan mapping is not confirmed. SCIM, audit logs and a DPA are not published. Paid plans are annual, so ask about renewal terms.
- SAML SSO
- Okta and Ping Identity supported for admin portals (9to5Mac, 2021); plan mapping not confirmed by the vendor.
- Data residency
- US only (Azure)
- Certifications
- SOC 2 Type II (since 2020)
Contract and buying terms
- Contract
- Annual; free tier available.
- Implementation
- Free unlimited personalized onboarding on all plans.
- Support
- Paid: tickets, calls, video guidance.
- Starting price
- Free up to 30 devices; $1.00 per device per month (Business Premium)
- Pricing model
- Per device.
- Free plan or trial
- Free plan, Free trial.
What to test in a Mosyle demo or trial
Use the free tier for up to 30 devices to test enrollment and policy on your real Apple hardware, since reviewers say setup can be difficult. Check app and patch management, which the pricing page lists, and endpoint security in Fuse, where the feature mapping is not detailed. Test the identity setup against your Okta or Ping Identity login. Use the free onboarding, which is offered on all plans, and judge the support reviewers praise.
Questions to ask Mosyle before you sign
These are the points Mosyle's public pages leave open. Get the answers in writing before procurement signs off.
- Is SCIM provisioning included, or a paid add-on?
- Which plan includes audit logs, and how long are they kept?
- Can we sign your standard DPA without changes?
- What will the price be at renewal, and is the increase capped?
Things to know before a demo
- 30-device minimum on paid plans, while 30 devices are free.
- Customer data stored in the United States on Azure.
- SOC 2 report available via support ticket.
- New-to-Mosyle customers on another Apple MDM get 6 months free side by side.
- Apple TV is covered at no charge with each paid Mac or iOS license.
Mosyle FAQ
What is Mosyle used for?
Schools and small businesses that run only Apple hardware can manage 30 devices free, with paid plans from $1 per device monthly. Switchers get a 6-month side-by-side trial. Windows and Android are out of scope, and data sits in US Azure, which matters if you need EU hosting. It suits schools and small businesses managing only Apple devices.
Does Mosyle manage Windows or Android?
No. Mosyle is Apple only, covering macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, tvOS and watchOS.
Where does Mosyle store data?
Customer data is stored in the United States on Azure. Buyers needing EU hosting should look elsewhere.
Is Mosyle SOC 2 certified?
Mosyle lists SOC 2 Type II, in place since 2020. The report is available via a support ticket.
Vendor profile
- Founded
- 2012.
- Headquarters
- Winter Park, US.
- Employees
- 51-200.
- Funding or owner
- About $247M total (CB Insights)
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from Mosyle's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.