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Best IoT Device Management Platforms in 2026
Managing connected devices involves choices about how they are set up, maintained and controlled. Compared on device provisioning, firmware updates, remote commands and supported protocols, these platforms also differ in deployment options and listed device limits. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing provide additional context when weighing the options. ThingsBoard, Arduino IDE and Datacake are among the entries to compare. Think about the protocols your devices use and the controls you need, then review each platform’s stated deployment and device-scale details alongside its pricing information.
- 18 apps
- Research read 28 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
Arduino IDE
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+5Arduino IDE combines editing and debugging tools with CLI support for building sketches and managing boards and libraries. Review the stated as-is terms before downloading.
- 2
OpenRemote
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5OpenRemote brings asset management, automation, protocol connectivity, dashboards, and access controls together in a self-hostable platform.
- 3
Thinger.io
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+4 - 4
Akenza
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2Akenza covers core device operations in a cloud platform and lists three supported protocols. Its fit depends on those protocols matching the devices in use, and buyers must request pricing.
- 5
Datacake
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Datacake combines sensor dashboards, alert rules, integrations, and device templates, with a five-device free plan and paid tiers starting at €25 per month.
- 6
Kaa IoT Platform
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb - 7
Losant Enterprise IoT Platform
Free plan APISelf-hostedWebChoose Losant for enterprise IoT work that needs edge and cloud workflows, device management, and flexible deployment.
- 8
ThingsBoard
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5ThingsBoard covers device connectivity, processing, dashboards, and multiple deployment models.
- 9
Tuya IoT Development Platform
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2Tuya provides a cloud-based set of core device-management functions with support for five listed protocols. Consider whether cloud deployment and quote-based pricing fit the needs of the project.
- 10
Ubidots
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Ubidots combines device data ingestion, calculations, dashboards, and event-driven actions. Check the mobile app limits and plan terms against your intended users and device count.
- 11
Cumulocity IoT
Free trial APISelf-hostedWebCumulocity IoT combines device connectivity, management, analytics, and deployment choices for IoT operations. Consider the trial device limit and annual Starter cost when assessing fit.
- 12
Digi Remote Manager
Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+16.3 Visit site - 13
Mender
Free plan LinuxWeb - 14
Bevywise IoT Platform
Paid AndroidiPhoneWebChoose Bevywise IoT Platform if device provisioning, firmware updates and remote commands are central requirements, particularly with its supported protocols or deployment options.
- 15
Alibaba Cloud IoT Platform
Paid Web - 16
Exosite Murano
Paid Web - 17
Nokia IMPACT
Paid Web - 18
Sierra Wireless AirVantage
Paid Web
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
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