Microsoft Intune pricing and costs in 2026

Microsoft Intune pricing looks simple at first glance. Plan 1 starts at $8 per user per month, billed annually. It manages Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux devices from the cloud.

The actual cost depends on more than the base plan. IT teams also need to account for Microsoft 365 bundles, add-ons, and Entra ID licensing. Service desk tools and implementation time add to that number too.

Intune makes the most sense when a team is already using Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, or E5. Teams that need remote help, advanced Apple management, or deeper automation will find the base price is just the starting point.

Microsoft Intune pricing plans and what each tier covers

Microsoft sells Intune as a standalone license or as part of select Microsoft 365 bundles. All prices are per user per month, billed annually.

Before buying standalone licenses, check whether your Microsoft 365 plan already includes Intune. Plan 1 comes with Business Premium, E3, E5, F1, F3, Enterprise Mobility + Security E3, and Enterprise Mobility + Security E5.

Key Update:

From July 1, 2026, Microsoft will raise Microsoft 365 E3 pricing from $36 to $39 per user per month. It will also raise Microsoft 365 E5 pricing from $57 to $60 per user per month, increasing renewal costs for enterprise customers.

Hidden costs behind Microsoft Intune pricing

The base price doesn't tell the full story. Identity licensing, deployment time, support workflows, and adjacent Microsoft services all affect what IT teams actually pay. 

1. Identity Management (Microsoft Entra ID)

Intune relies heavily on Microsoft Entra ID to manage user access and enforce security rules.

Features like Conditional Access, which ensures only secure devices can access company data, often require a higher-tier Entra ID license, adding to the monthly per-user fee.

2. Implementation Time and Labor

Intune is not a plug-and-play solution. Before the platform becomes operational, IT teams must invest significant time into:

• Defining device compliance policies.

• Packaging and testing applications for deployment.

• Designing enrollment workflows for different operating systems.

3. Help Desk Integration

Intune handles device management, but it does not include a service desk or ticketing system. Organizations must still maintain and pay for a separate IT Service Management (ITSM) platform to handle daily user support, hardware issues, and technician workflows.

4. Unused Bundle Features

Many companies acquire Intune by purchasing comprehensive Microsoft 365 bundles (such as E3 or E5). While these packages bundle Intune with productivity apps, security tools, and analytics, companies often end up paying for advanced components they do not actively use.

When Intune pricing works well and when it doesn't

Intune is the strongest fit for teams already running on Microsoft 365. The picture changes depending on how deep your requirements go.

Key Microsoft Intune features 

Intune brings several useful management features into Microsoft’s endpoint management stack. These features matter most for teams already invested in Microsoft cloud services.

• Unified endpoint management across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android fleets.

• Mobile application management that protects approved app data without requiring full device enrollment, useful for BYOD workflows.

• Advanced Analytics to catch device performance issues and startup delays before they affect users.

• Enterprise Application Management to reduce app packaging effort through a securely hosted catalog.

• Microsoft Cloud PKI for certificate-based authentication across devices, networks, and applications.

How SuperOps compares with Microsoft Intune

Intune is a solid choice for teams standardized on Microsoft 365 and Windows. It fits naturally into the Microsoft ecosystem and works well when Entra and Defender are already in the stack. But the cost adds up once you factor in service desk tools, deeper Apple management, and endpoint remediation. Teams often end up managing those workflows in separate platforms.

SuperOps brings endpoint management, mobile device management, service desk, IT asset management and Monica AI into one platform. This gives technicians endpoint context and service workflows in the same place. It also reduces the need to move between separate consoles.

Monica AI triages alerts, remediates endpoints, creates tickets and supports faster technician action. This creates a different workflow from Microsoft tools that surface insights or provide recommendations to administrators. SuperOps also uses per-technician pricing, which can simplify cost planning as employee count grows.

How much SuperOps costs

SuperOps publishes pricing publicly, so teams can estimate costs before speaking to sales.

• Pro — $149 per technician per month, covering 150 endpoints per technician.

• Super — $179 per technician per month, with advanced automation, proactive monitoring, patching, reporting, and Monica AI.

• Super Plus — Priced per endpoint, starting at $2.50 per endpoint per month for the first 150 endpoints. Includes the full platform with MDM for Apple and Android devices.

Teams that need more endpoint capacity can add endpoint packs at $75 per month per 150 additional endpoints, without buying more technician licenses.

Microsoft Intune vs SuperOps side-by-side

Microsoft Intune and SuperOps solve endpoint operations from different starting points. Intune works well for teams already invested in Microsoft licensing, while SuperOps connects endpoint management with service workflows. 

Here is a comparison of the two platforms' differences in pricing, coverage, and day-to-day IT operations.

Final take

Intune does what it promises, but it's one piece of a larger stack. The more your team relies on add-ons, separate service desk tools, and identity licensing to fill the gaps, the more the real cost diverges from the $8 starting price.

SuperOps is built for teams that want those workflows connected from the start. One platform, one price model, and Monica AI acting across endpoints and tickets automatically.

Book a demo to see how SuperOps compares with Microsoft Intune in your environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Microsoft Intune have a free plan?

Microsoft Intune does not have a permanent free plan for commercial endpoint management. Microsoft lists paid Plan 1, Plan 2 and Intune Suite options, with trial options on the pricing page. Some enterprises may already have Plan 1 through Microsoft 365 bundles.

Is Microsoft Intune included in Microsoft 365?

Yes. Microsoft Intune Plan 1 is included with Microsoft 365 Business Premium, E3, E5, F1, F3, EMS E3 and EMS E5. Teams should confirm their exact license because Office 365 and Microsoft 365 are different licensing families.

Why did Microsoft remove Enterprise Agreement volume discounts?

Microsoft removed volume discounts to standardize Online Services pricing across volume licensing channels. From Nov. 1, 2025, affected Enterprise Agreement customers moved closer to Microsoft’s public list pricing for Online Services. This change can raise renewal costs for organizations that relied on built-in volume discounts.

Can Microsoft Intune manage Mac devices without Jamf?

Yes, Microsoft Intune can manage macOS devices without Jamf. IT teams can use Intune to configure macOS settings, enforce policies and manage enrolled Mac devices. However, organizations with deeper Apple management needs may still compare Intune with Apple-focused platforms before choosing their stack.

Does Microsoft Intune pricing change if you only manage devices and not users?

Yes, Microsoft offers device-only Intune licensing for devices without assigned users. This can apply to kiosks, shared devices, dedicated devices and similar single-use endpoints. It is not the default model for standard user-owned devices, so teams should verify eligibility before building a cost plan.