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Apple Configurator vs MDS: catalog facts
Apple ConfiguratorMDS
Free

Free download from the App Store.

Paid

Paid software with a downloadable trial; also part of the Erase and Restore bundle.

macOS, iOS macOS
  • Official Apple tool for bulk device setup
  • Applies configuration profiles and updates
  • Supports Intel and Apple Silicon Macs
  • Workflows cover macOS, apps, scripts, users and settings
  • Only works with Apple devices
  • The Mac app requires a Mac
  • macOS only
  • Paid after the trial
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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