Zonix EM vs. 42Gears (SureMDM)
42Gears is an India-based MDM/UEM vendor whose SureMDM product covers one of the broadest platform ranges in the market — Android, iOS/iPadOS, macOS, Windows, Linux, Wear OS, VR, and ChromeOS. Zonix EM is an Android-focused platform with transparent USD pricing and a Brazil-based team. This comparison focuses on pricing, platform coverage, and support model.
| Feature | Zonix EM | 42Gears (SureMDM) |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing / billing model | From $5 to $10/device/month depending on plan, USD billing, minimum 8 devices — see /pricing | Not published — request a quote; site advertises "no hidden costs, no minimum quantity" |
| Supported platforms | Android (GA); Apple and Windows in Private Beta | Very broad: Android, iOS/iPadOS, macOS, Windows, Linux, Wear OS, VR, and ChromeOS |
| Support & language | English-language support backed by a Brazil-based team | 24/7 support advertised; India-based company, no specific Brazil/LatAm focus |
| Compliance | LGPD-first data handling; SOC 2 certification not yet completed (on the roadmap) | Specific certifications not covered in this research — confirm with the vendor |
| Free trial / freemium | 14 days free (Growth plan) or 30 days (Business plan), no credit card required | Free trial advertised; duration not specified on the page reviewed |
| Implementation time | Self-service via QR Code/Zero-Touch, or dedicated onboarding on Business+ plans | "Flexible plans" advertised, but final pricing and onboarding depend on a sales quote |
| MSP / partner support | Native multi-tenant architecture with white-labeling, built for resellers and MSPs | Dedicated SureMDM Hub for MSPs and resellers |
Competitor pricing and features are estimates from public research, not confirmed directly with each vendor — prices may vary, so confirm with the vendor before deciding.
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Is Zonix EM cheaper than 42Gears?
42Gears doesn't publish public pricing — you need to request a quote. Zonix EM publishes per-device/month pricing on its plans page, which makes budgeting easier without a sales process.
Does 42Gears cover more platforms than Zonix EM?
Yes, today SureMDM has broader coverage (Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux, Wear OS, VR, and ChromeOS). Zonix EM's core, generally-available platform is Android, with Apple and Windows in Private Beta.
Does Zonix EM work with Android devices?
Yes — Android is Zonix EM's core, generally-available platform, built on Google's Android Management API.
Does 42Gears have a free trial?
42Gears advertises a free trial, though the duration isn't specified on its public pricing page. Zonix EM offers 14 days (Growth plan) or 30 days (Business plan), neither requiring a credit card.
Is Zonix EM SOC 2 certified?
Not yet — SOC 2 certification is on the roadmap. Zonix EM currently follows an LGPD-first data-handling approach; specific 42Gears certifications weren't covered in this research, so confirm directly with the vendor if this matters for your compliance needs.
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