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Huntress vs JumpCloud

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

Managed EDR and SOC for SMBs and MSPs

Cloud directory, SSO, and device management

The verdict

Both Huntress and JumpCloud are credible security privacy tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose Huntress if you want a higher overall rating (4.8/5). Managed EDR and SOC for SMBs and MSPs

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

Huntress vs JumpCloud: side by side

DimensionHuntressJumpCloud
Starting priceCustomFree – $11/user/moWinner
Free planNoYesWinner
Free trial21 days30 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forSmb, Msp, It TeamsSmb, It Teams, Remote Teams
PlatformsWindows, Mac, ApiWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux, ApiWinner
Rating4.8/5Winner4.5/5

Huntress key facts

Vendor
Huntress
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
Free trial (21 days)
Platforms
Windows, Mac, Api
Best for
Smb, Msp, It Teams
Editor rating
4.8 / 5
Founded
2015
Headquarters
Ellicott City, 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 Huntress better than JumpCloud?

Neither is universally better — Huntress 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 Huntress or JumpCloud cheaper?

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

Can Huntress replace JumpCloud?

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