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Endpoint Management Made Simple.

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FileWave - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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FileWave overview

What is FileWave?

FileWave lets businesses manage their application deployment, network settings, profiles, passwords, password resets, email configuration, and more, and block explicit content on multiple social-media platforms including YouTube, iMessage, AirPlay, and the iBook Store. It provides detailed inventory reports regarding all device information such as MDM (mobile device management) enrollment data, installed applications, IP addresses, device names, OS versions, and much more.

FileWave is compatible with apps, devices, and configurations of Mac, Windows, Chrome and mobile phones. The software is designed to integrate with the underlying mobile management infrastructure and work alongside existing directory services. FileWave automatically connects a new device to its respective group once it is enrolled in the software’s server.

FileWave is suitable for organizations that need management solutions for Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) or ability to import VPP (Volume Purchase Plan) code spreadsheets. The console allows IT managers to control their devices without deploying extra human resources. The managed distribution module enables administrators to assign or revoke apps on selective devices remotely, and FileWave admins can generate personalized settings with the help of the parameterized profiles module.

Key benefits of using FileWave

• FileWave is designed to aid small, medium, and large enterprises in managing multiple devices and users by connecting them on a single server and providing detailed inventory information to the admin.

• The software imports VPP (Volume Purchase Plan) code spreadsheets to purchase and dispense applications in bulk with the help of a unified admin panel.

• FileWave simplifies unified endpoint management with the help of standardized workflows based on Filesets, Smart Groups, and reporting engines to enable cross-training of IT teams and managing of multiple systems.

• FileWave offers a self-service kiosk, with which the admin can make certain applications, documents, and other resources available to team members. End users can install pre-approved applications without the need of admin rights or passwords.

• FileWave updates and patches macOS and Windows operating systems as well as third party applications.

Starting price

40 /
per year

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FileWave’s user interface

Ease of use rating:

FileWave reviews

Overall rating

4.4

/5

37

Positive reviews

89

%

Rating breakdown
  • Value for money
  • Ease of use
  • Features
  • Customer support
  • Likelihood to recommend8.54/10
Rating distribution

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4

3

2

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2

2

0

Pros
“It is easy to use and I can make changes, additions, or deletions very quickly. Their customer and technical support is fantastic.”
SS

Sandy S.

ICAM Digital Services Specialist

“It is a top quality MDM and makes managing iPads a breeze. Another nice feature is device location.”
HS

Heidi S.

Computer Technician

“Solid MDM solution, with outstanding customer support.”
MK

Matt K.

Apple Technology Specialist

Cons
“Very few problems occur, and when they do, they are never extreme problems. We’ve never had downtime or complete unusability as we have from our previous MDM.”
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Bianca J.

Mobile Device Coordinator

“Vague "Handled by MDM" with no documentation online to understand it. Filesets that cannot be removed from devices--"Upgrade Server" or "Apple's fault.”
LE

Leon E.

Director of Technology

“My only gripes tend to be with specific missing features that I happen to know are offered by competitor's products.”
MK

Matt K.

Apple Technology Specialist

Who uses FileWave?

Based on 37 verified user reviews.

Company size

Enterprises

Small Businesses

Midsize Businesses

Top industries

Education Management
Primary/Secondary Education
Computer Software
Computer & Network Security
Others

Use cases

Mobile Device Management
Computer Inventory
IT Asset Management
Patch Management
Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)

FileWave's key features

Most critical features, based on insights from FileWave users:

Software management
Inventory management
Automatic user/device recognition
Endpoint management
Location tracking
Wireless internet access control

All FileWave features

Features rating:

Access controls/permissions
API
App management
Application management
Asset lifecycle management
Asset tracking
Automatic patch deployment
Automatic scans
BYOD management
Compliance management
Compliance tracking
Configuration management
Contract/License management
Customizable fields
Customizable reports
Customization
Data visualization
Deployment management
IT asset tracking
Kiosk mode
Maintenance scheduling
Mobile content management
Mobile device management
Monitoring
Network wide management
Patch management
Policy management
Process/Workflow automation
Real-Time reporting
Remote access & monitoring
Remote access/control
Remote monitoring & management
Remote update/installation
Reporting & statistics
Reporting/Analytics
Risk assessment
Secure data storage
Security management
Self service portal
Third-Party integrations
Usage tracking/analytics
User management
Vulnerability scanning
Wireless troubleshooting

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FileWave pricing

Value for money rating:

Starting from

40

Per year

Pricing details
Subscription
Free trial
Free plan
Pricing range

User opinions about FileWave price and value

Value for money rating:

To see what individual users think of FileWave's price and value, check out the review snippets below.

“It is easy to use and I can make changes, additions, or deletions very quickly. Their customer and technical support is fantastic.”
SS

Sandy S.

ICAM Digital Services Specialist

“It is a top quality MDM and makes managing iPads a breeze. Another nice feature is device location.”
HS

Heidi S.

Computer Technician

FileWave integrations (3)

Integrations rated by users

We looked at 37 user reviews to identify which products are mentioned as FileWave integrations and how users feel about them.

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Incident IQ

Integration rating: 5.0 (1)

we use IIQ for inventory so its nice that our devices upload to IIQ from Filewave automatically

BN

Ben N.

Instructional Technology Specialist

FileWave support options

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Platforms supported

Web
Android
iPhone/iPad

Support options

Knowledge Base
Chat
24/7 (Live rep)
Email/Help Desk
Phone Support
FAQs/Forum

Training options

Documentation
Live Online
In Person
Webinars
Videos

FileWave FAQs

Q. What type of pricing plans does FileWave offer?

FileWave has the following pricing plans:
Starting from: $40.00/year
Pricing model: Subscription
Free Trial: Available

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Q. Who are the typical users of FileWave?

FileWave has the following typical customers:
Freelancers, Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Non Profit, Public Administrations, Small Business


Q. What languages does FileWave support?

FileWave supports the following languages:
English, French, German, Spanish


Q. Does FileWave offer an API?

Yes, FileWave has an API available for use.


Q. What other apps does FileWave integrate with?

FileWave integrates with the following applications:
ServiceNow


Q. What level of support does FileWave offer?

FileWave offers the following support options:
Knowledge Base, Chat, 24/7 (Live rep), Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, FAQs/Forum

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