# Cortex XDR vs Jamf Comparison | | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.7 out of 5 | | **Total Reviews** | 58 | 2,303 | | **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (44.4% of reviews) | Enterprise (50.7% of reviews) | | **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | $12.50 1 Device | --- ## Top Pros & Cons ### Cortex XDR Pros: - Alert Notifications (2 reviews) - Ease of Use (2 reviews) Cons: - Limited Features (2 reviews) - Agent Issues (1 reviews) ### Jamf Pros: - Device Management (98 reviews) - Ease of Use (93 reviews) Cons: - Complexity (30 reviews) - Difficult Learning (27 reviews) --- ## Ratings Comparison | Rating | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (37 reviews) | 9.2 (1807 reviews) | | **Ease of Use** | 8.9 (39 reviews) | 8.8 (1847 reviews) | | **Ease of Setup** | 8.5 (31 reviews) | 8.4 (1712 reviews) | | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (25 reviews) | 8.8 (1617 reviews) | | **Quality of Support** | 8.9 (36 reviews) | 9.0 (1765 reviews) | | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.2 (25 reviews) | 9.3 (1593 reviews) | | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.7 (37 reviews) | 9.4 (1717 reviews) | --- ## Pricing ### Cortex XDR #### Entry-Level Pricing No pricing available #### Free Trial No information available ### Jamf #### Entry-Level Pricing Plan: Jamf for Mac Price: $12.50 1 Device Description: Jamf gives organizations a purpose-built way to manage, secure and onboard Macs at scale. It works as a complete Apple platform or integrates smoothly into Windows-centric environments. IT teams get powerful automation, Security teams get accurate telemetry and compliance insights, and users get an exceptional, native Apple experience. Why Organizations Choose Jamf Modern macOS management with Declarative Device Management and zero-touch onboarding Apple-native endpoint security with rich telemetry and SIEM integration Automated compliance with full support for all mSCP baselines Identity-based access and password sync across Mac and Windows Zero Trust access that removes the need for traditional VPNs Automated updates, app deployments and workflows that reduce IT workload Self Service+, giving employees an intuitive way to install apps, access resources, run automations and troubleshoot issues independently A seamless, native Mac experience that improves productivity and satisfaction Built for teams that want Mac done right From growing mid-market organizations to global enterprises, Jamf delivers the management, security and automation capabilities Apple requires while extending the value of your existing tools and security stack. Key Features: - Core macOS device management and workflow automation Endpoint protection - Vulnerability management and content filtering Identity and access management - Zero Trust Network Access [Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/jamf/pricing) #### Free Trial Yes --- ## Features Comparison By Category ### Endpoint Protection Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Administration | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Web Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Application Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Device Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Functionality | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **System Isolation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Firewall** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Endpoint Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Malware Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Analysis | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Automated Remediation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Incident Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Behavioral Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Network Detection and Response (NDR) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Analysis | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Incident Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Network Visibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Metadata Enrichment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Metadata Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Response | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Incident Alerts** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Response Orchestration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Response Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Detection | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Multi-Network Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Asset Discovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Anomaly Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Services - Network Detection and Response (NDR) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Managed Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | 9.2/10 | 12 | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Detection & Response | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Response Automation** | 9.0 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Threat Hunting** | 9.8 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Rule-Based Detection** | 8.3 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Real-Time Detection** | 9.5 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Extensibility** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Workflow Automation** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Unified Visibility** | 9.4 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Analytics | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Threat Intelligence** | 9.3 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning** | 9.4 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | | **Data Collection** | 9.7 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | #### Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Services - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Managed Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Mobile Application Management | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | 7.7/10 | 24 | #### Agentic AI - Mobile Application Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | 7.4 (15 reviews) | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | 7.7 (16 reviews) | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | 8.3 (17 reviews) | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | 7.9 (14 reviews) | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | 7.5 (14 reviews) | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | 7.4 (14 reviews) | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | 7.8 (17 reviews) | ### Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Managed Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Cloud Security | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Cloud Visibility | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Data Discovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cloud Registry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Cloud Gap Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Security | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Data Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data loss Prevention** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Identity | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **SSO** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Governance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **User Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Mobile Data Security | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | 8.6/10 | 96 | #### Compliance | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | 8.7 (80 reviews) | | **Access Management** | Not enough data | 9.1 (83 reviews) | | **Security and Compliance** | Not enough data | 8.9 (85 reviews) | | **Mobile Device Mangement** | Not enough data | 9.2 (86 reviews) | #### Protection | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Data Encryption** | Not enough data | 9.1 (84 reviews) | | **Data Transport** | Not enough data | 8.6 (76 reviews) | | **Mobile VPN** | Not enough data | 7.5 (74 reviews) | | **Backup** | Not enough data | 7.5 (71 reviews) | | **Attacks** | Not enough data | 8.4 (74 reviews) | ### Data Security | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Compliance | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **At-Risk Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **DLP Configuration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Sensitive Data Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Administration | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Database Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Deduplication ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **API / integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Security | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Transport** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Data Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Endpoint Protection | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### System Control | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Device Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Web Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Application Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **System Isolation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Vulnerability Prevention | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Endpoint Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Firewall** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Malware Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Security Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Incident Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Security Validation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Compliance ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | ### Mobile Device Management (MDM) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | 8.5/10 | 1342 | #### Platform - Mobile Device Management (MDM) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Regulation Compliant** | Not enough data | 9.1 (1010 reviews) | #### Operating System | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Multi-Systems Support** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | | **Apple Support** | Not enough data | 9.4 (1208 reviews) | | **Android Support** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | #### Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Applicatons Management** | Not enough data | 9.1 (1154 reviews) | | **Applications Consolidation** | Not enough data | 8.6 (963 reviews) | | **Whitelist** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | | **Blacklist** | Not enough data | 8.6 (979 reviews) | | **Usage Information** | Not enough data | 8.6 (1051 reviews) | #### Security | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Remote Wipe** | Not enough data | 9.2 (1110 reviews) | | **Security** | Not enough data | 9.1 (1121 reviews) | #### Agentic AI - Mobile Device Management (MDM) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | 7.6 (100 reviews) | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | 8.3 (97 reviews) | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | 8.1 (105 reviews) | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | 8.0 (95 reviews) | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | 8.0 (93 reviews) | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | 7.8 (93 reviews) | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | 8.0 (94 reviews) | ### Enterprise Mobility Management | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | 8.5/10 | 796 | #### Platform | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Regulation Compliant** | Not enough data | 9.1 (556 reviews) | | **Device Enrollment** | Not enough data | 9.4 (667 reviews) | | **Device Configuration** | Not enough data | 9.4 (662 reviews) | #### Operating System | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Multiple Mobile Operating System Support** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | | **Apple Support** | Not enough data | 9.4 (682 reviews) | | **Android Support** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | #### Security | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Device Management** | Not enough data | 9.3 (658 reviews) | | **Custom Alerts** | Not enough data | 8.6 (566 reviews) | | **Security** | Not enough data | 9.1 (606 reviews) | #### Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Applicatons Management** | Not enough data | 9.1 (623 reviews) | | **Applications Consolidation** | Not enough data | 8.8 (524 reviews) | | **Whitelist** | Not enough data | 8.7 (481 reviews) | | **Blacklist** | Not enough data | 8.7 (514 reviews) | | **Usage Information** | Not enough data | 8.8 (560 reviews) | #### Agentic AI - Enterprise Mobility Management | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | 7.9 (17 reviews) | | **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | 7.7 (15 reviews) | | **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | 7.3 (18 reviews) | | **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | 7.8 (13 reviews) | | **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | 7.5 (10 reviews) | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | 7.9 (11 reviews) | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | 7.4 (11 reviews) | ### Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) | Product | Score | Reviews | |---|---|---| | **Cortex XDR** | N/A | N/A | | **Jamf** | N/A | N/A | #### Agentic AI - Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | | **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | #### Services - Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) | Feature | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Managed Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | --- ## Categories **Unique to Cortex XDR (5):** [Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/extended-detection-and-response-xdr-platforms), [Network Detection and Response (NDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/network-detection-and-response-ndr), [Endpoint Protection Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-protection-platforms), [Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-detection-response-edr), [Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-detection-and-response-cdr) **Unique to Jamf (4):** [Mobile Device Management (MDM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-device-management-mdm), [Enterprise Mobility Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/enterprise-mobility-management), [Mobile Application Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-application-management), [Mobile Data Security Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-data-security) --- ## Reviewer Demographics ### By Company Size | Segment | Cortex XDR | Jamf | |---|---|---| | **Small-Business** | 16.7% | 8.1% | | **Mid-Market** | 38.9% | 41.1% | | **Enterprise** | 44.4% | 50.7% | ### By Industry #### Cortex XDR - **Information Technology and Services:** 15.4% - **Computer & Network Security:** 13.5% - **Banking:** 7.7% - **Primary/Secondary Education:** 5.8% - **Computer Software:** 5.8% - **Financial Services:** 5.8% - **Consulting:** 3.8% - **Consumer Goods:** 3.8% - **Logistics and Supply Chain:** 3.8% - **Telecommunications:** 3.8% - **Other:** 30.8% #### Jamf - **Higher Education:** 15.7% - **Education Management:** 14.7% - **Information Technology and Services:** 10.2% - **Primary/Secondary Education:** 9.2% - **Computer Software:** 5.1% - **Financial Services:** 4.3% - **Hospital & Health Care:** 3.3% - **Retail:** 2.2% - **Government Administration:** 2.2% - **Marketing and Advertising:** 1.9% - **Other:** 31.2% --- ## Alternatives ### Alternatives to Cortex XDR - [Sophos Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (834 reviews) - [CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (440 reviews) - [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1002 reviews) - [SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (202 reviews) - [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (312 reviews) - [Check Point Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (284 reviews) - [Trellix Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/trellix-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (327 reviews) - [Vectra AI Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/vectra-ai-platform/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (20 reviews) - [Bitdefender GravityZone XDR](https://www.g2.com/products/bitdefender-gravityzone-xdr/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (106 reviews) - [Symantec End-user Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (553 reviews) ### Alternatives to Jamf - [ManageEngine Mobile Device Manager Plus](https://www.g2.com/products/manageengine-mobile-device-manager-plus/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (261 reviews) - [Hexnode UEM](https://www.g2.com/products/hexnode-uem/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (258 reviews) - [IBM MaaS360](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-maas360/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (212 reviews) - [Iru](https://www.g2.com/products/iru/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (823 reviews) - [Scalefusion](https://www.g2.com/products/scalefusion/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (398 reviews) - [Addigy](https://www.g2.com/products/addigy/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (225 reviews) - [LogMeIn Miradore](https://www.g2.com/products/logmein-miradore/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (140 reviews) - [NinjaOne](https://www.g2.com/products/ninjaone/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (4581 reviews) - [JumpCloud](https://www.g2.com/products/jumpcloud/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (4022 reviews) - [Mosyle](https://www.g2.com/products/mosyle/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (55 reviews) --- ## Top Discussions ### Cortex XDR - Title: [What is Cortex XDR?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-cortex-xdr) — 1 comment > **Top comment:** "I do not know the nuts and bolts of how XDR works, but it stands for "Extended detection and response" and it is more thorough in monitoring for potential..." ### Jamf - Title: [What is the difference between Jamf now and Jamf pro?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-difference-between-jamf-now-and-jamf-pro) — 4 comments > **Top comment:** "Jamf Now is a very basic MDM for a small fleet that just needs to manage a few devices. Jamf Pro has a binary that runs on each endpoint allowing you to..." - Title: [Who uses Jamf?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/who-uses-jamf) — 3 comments > **Top comment:** "IT personnel (MDM Administrators, System Administrators etc.)" - Title: [Does Jamf Pro include Jamf connect?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/does-jamf-pro-include-jamf-connect) — 3 comments > **Top comment:** "No, Jamf (the company) sells Jamf Pro and Jamf Connect separately, although they can work in concert with each other. Jamf (the company) has several..." - Title: [What is a Jamf Pro server?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-a-jamf-pro-server) — 3 comments > **Top comment:** "Cloud base MDM solution for MacOS & iOS devices." - Title: [How do use patch management for multiple applications?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/24305-how-do-use-patch-management-for-multiple-applications) — 3 comments, 1 upvote > **Top comment:** "Jamf patch requires two things one is patience, and the second is for every app you want to push; you are going to have to download, configure, and upload..." --- **Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/palo-alto-networks-cortex-xdr-vs-jamf)