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Compare Android and macOS Sierra 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (53.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Android
Star Rating
(1,210)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AndroidmacOS Sierra
Star Rating
(399)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about macOS SierraSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Android's RAM management is efficient, allowing for smooth multitasking, while macOS Sierra users mention that its memory management is slightly better, particularly when running resource-intensive applications.
- Reviewers mention that Android excels in device management with its wide range of compatible devices, whereas macOS Sierra users say that the integration with Apple hardware provides a seamless experience, but limits device options.
- G2 users highlight that Android's backup and recovery options are robust, with features like Google Drive integration, while users on G2 note that macOS Sierra's Time Machine offers a more user-friendly and reliable backup solution.
- Reviews say that Android's error detection capabilities are decent, but macOS Sierra users report that its system operations monitoring is superior, providing more detailed insights into system performance and issues.
- Users say that Android's ease of setup is straightforward, but reviewers mention that macOS Sierra's setup process is even more intuitive, especially for users already familiar with Apple products.
- Reviewers mention that while both products have quality support, macOS Sierra users report a higher satisfaction rate with Apple's customer service compared to Android's support options.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Android
No pricing availablemacOS Sierra
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Android
No trial information availablemacOS Sierra
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
898
9.1
284
Ease of Use
9.3
909
9.4
290
Ease of Setup
9.1
244
9.1
106
Ease of Admin
8.7
149
8.7
70
Quality of Support
8.5
820
8.9
264
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
135
8.8
68
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
853
8.9
268
Features by Category
Memory Management - Operating System
8.4
66
9.3
29
Device Management - Operating System
9.0
67
8.9
28
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.8
67
9.0
28
Error Detection - Operating System
8.1
67
8.5
28
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Android and macOS Sierra are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Android has no unique categories
macOS Sierra has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Android
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
macOS Sierra
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
18.8%
Computer Software
14.3%
Higher Education
3.5%
Telecommunications
3.1%
Computer & Network Security
3.1%
Other
57.2%
Computer Software
18.7%
Information Technology and Services
18.1%
Higher Education
4.9%
Marketing and Advertising
4.4%
Financial Services
3.4%
Other
50.5%
Discussions
how am i able to update to the most recent version if my phone wont allow?
5 Comments
JR
If your phone is not compatible with the newest version of android then you might have to wait a little while for the new android if not then you might have...Read more
How do u like android?
3 Comments
HH
In terms of smartphone operating systems, it's basically Android or Apple. Both have their advantages. Apple keeps things simple, but limits your choices. ...Read more
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