JumpCloud vs Duo Security

Duo Security and JumpCloud are both mfa & zero trust access solutions. Duo Security cisco's MFA and zero trust access platform known for ease of deployment, while JumpCloud open directory platform unifying identity, device management, and access in one console. The best choice depends on your organization's size, technical requirements, and budget.

Choose Duo Security if exceptionally easy to deploy — fastest MFA rollout in the industry is your priority and organizations prioritizing easy-to-deploy MFA across VPNs, cloud apps, and legacy systems, especially those in Cisco networking environments. Choose JumpCloud if all-in-one platform combines directory, SSO, MFA, and MDM matters most and small-to-mid-size organizations wanting to consolidate directory, SSO, MFA, and device management into a single platform without needing Active Directory.

Duo Security pricing: Free (up to 10 users) / Essentials $3/user/month / Advantage $6/user/month / Premier $9/user/month. JumpCloud pricing: Free (up to 10 users) / From $7/user/month (Core) / Custom for Enterprise. Duo Security's pricing model is per-user monthly subscription with free tier, while JumpCloud uses per-user monthly subscription with free tier pricing.

Yes, you can migrate from JumpCloud to Duo Security. The migration process depends on your specific setup and the features you use. Both platforms offer APIs that can facilitate automated migration. Consider running both tools in parallel during the transition to ensure zero downtime.