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Hexnode vs JumpCloud

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Cross-platform UEM.

Cloud directory, SSO, and device management

The verdict

Both Hexnode and JumpCloud are credible device management tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Hexnode — Cross-platform UEM.

Choose JumpCloud if you'd rather have a lower starting price (free – $11/user/mo), a free plan to start on, a longer free trial (30 days) and broader platform coverage. Cloud directory, SSO, and device management

Hexnode vs JumpCloud: side by side

DimensionHexnodeJumpCloud
Starting priceFrom $1/moFree – $11/user/moWinner
Free planNoYesWinner
Free trial14 days30 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forIt Teams, SmbSmb, It Teams, Remote Teams
PlatformsWebWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux, ApiWinner
Rating4.6/54.5/5

Hexnode key facts

Vendor
Hexnode
Pricing
Subscription — From $1/mo
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Web
Best for
It Teams, Smb
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA

JumpCloud key facts

Vendor
JumpCloud
Pricing
Subscription — Free – $11/user/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Windows, Mac, Linux, Api
Best for
Smb, It Teams, Remote Teams
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2012
Headquarters
Louisville, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is Hexnode better than JumpCloud?

Neither is universally better — Hexnode edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Hexnode or JumpCloud cheaper?

JumpCloud is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free – $11/user/mo. Hexnode starts at from $1/mo; JumpCloud starts at free – $11/user/mo.

Can Hexnode replace JumpCloud?

Yes for most teams — both are device management tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.