Prey wins at
Users regularly celebrate Prey’s all-around advantages. At the same time, these are the qualities where Microsoft Intune falls short.
Top reasons to go with Prey
(in the voice of our users)
What users to Prey coming from Microsoft Intune say
Slow learning curve and time-consuming processes.
Clunky, complex implementation especially for non-Windows devices.
Support is sometimes unhelpful, it has room for improvement.
Pricing can get very expensive, especially for large fleets.
Intune might be a good fit for some, is that your case?
See how Prey is a better fit for your organization
Keep a close check on your device fleet’s location
Remote and hybrid teams call for complete monitoring systems to help device admins access their fleets wherever they may go. Get reports and notifications to act when necessary.
Prey | Intune | |
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Device location services | Always-on, 24/7 (on-demand is also available) | On-demand |
Geofences with notifications and actions | ||
Device location history | A month | 24 hours to Seven days |
Lost mode | On all supported systems: Windows, macOS, Android, Chromebooks, Ubuntu | iOS and ChromeOS |
Evidence Reports from devices in lost mode | Customizable |
Be alert of any possible security breach
When issues happen with one or several devices from your fleet, the incident must be addressed before unauthorized actors can create operational disruptions. You can’t afford to let things go unnoticed, your data must stay safe.
Prey | Intune | |
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Remote alarm | On all supported systems: Windows, macOS, Android, Chromebooks, Ubuntu | iOS and Android only |
Remote device lock | All supported systems | macOS, iOS and Android |
Remote file retrieval | All supported systems | |
Remote device wipe | All supported systems | |
Custom wipe | All supported systems |
Why Choose Prey Over Intune
Prey provides peace of mind by offering comprehensive device security features, ensuring that your data and devices are protected at all times.
Prey | Intune | |
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Installation process, learning curve and the meeting of your expectations | "I like that Prey simply works. Simple little install and then I can see all my devices in the dashboard. None of the long installers with a bunch of questions." | "It is so slow and cumbersome to navigate. It can take hours before you can sometimes get a device to receive the needed change." |
Tool complexity, usability | "The ease of use and security of this software is excellent." | "Sometimes overwhelmed with the complexity of how many options there are." |
Business size | Great for small and medium sized businesses, we work with companies and organizations of all dimensions. | Made for large corporations. Best for Windows devices and Microsoft 360 environments. |
Verified reviews on G2.com
Can I use Prey in tandem with Intune?
Yes, you can definitely add Prey to your existing suite to make sure your devices are in the best of care. A lot of organizations get Intune with their Microsoft license, but feel they are lacking extra security. Prey will add ongoing location services, several protective actions and extra OS support for devices that fall unprotected with just Intune.
Let's compare User Ratings in key categories
Source: G2.com
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