Pelion IoT Connectivity
Industrial IoT software
IoT connectivity management software
IoT device management platforms
IoT platforms
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What is Pelion IoT Connectivity
Pelion IoT Connectivity is a connectivity management platform used to provision, manage, and monitor cellular IoT SIMs/eSIMs across fleets of connected devices. It targets enterprises and solution providers that need centralized control over IoT connectivity lifecycle tasks such as activation, usage monitoring, and policy enforcement. The product focuses on connectivity operations (rather than plant-floor application building) and typically integrates with device and application layers through APIs and reporting.
Centralized SIM lifecycle control
The platform supports common connectivity operations such as SIM activation, suspension, and status monitoring from a single console. This helps operations teams manage large device fleets without relying on manual carrier-by-carrier processes. It is well-aligned to use cases where connectivity governance and ongoing operational control are the primary requirements.
Usage monitoring and controls
Pelion IoT Connectivity provides visibility into connectivity usage and related operational signals that teams use for troubleshooting and cost control. It supports setting policies/controls that can reduce the risk of unexpected usage patterns across deployed devices. This is particularly relevant for distributed deployments where connectivity issues are a frequent root cause of downtime.
APIs for integration and automation
The product is designed to integrate with external systems via APIs, enabling automation of provisioning and operational workflows. This supports embedding connectivity management into existing IT/OT processes and service management tools. Compared with broader industrial IoT suites, this API-first approach fits organizations that already have separate device management and analytics layers.
Narrower than full IoT platforms
The product’s core value centers on connectivity management rather than end-to-end industrial IoT application enablement. Organizations looking for built-in industrial data modeling, edge ingestion, or manufacturing-focused analytics may need additional products. This can increase integration effort compared with more vertically integrated industrial IoT platforms.
Device management may be separate
Connectivity management does not replace full device management capabilities such as firmware/OTA orchestration, configuration management, and device telemetry normalization. Buyers may need a dedicated device management platform to cover those functions. This separation can complicate ownership boundaries and troubleshooting across connectivity vs. device layers.
Vendor status and roadmap clarity
Pelion’s ownership and product packaging have changed over time, which can create uncertainty for long-term standardization decisions. Enterprises may need to validate current support terms, regional availability, and roadmap commitments during procurement. This due diligence is especially important for multi-year industrial deployments.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pelion Essentials | Enquire / Contact sales | 600+ global & local networks; 99.995% reliability; eUICC-enabled IoT SIMs; 5G/4G/LTE Cat-1 BIS/Cat-M; Pelion Portal access; Essential support; API access; low-touch onboarding; pooled data options. |
| Pelion Professional | Enquire / Contact sales | Everything in Essentials plus: IPSec VPN; Professional support; eUICC migration guidance; trace requests; enhanced incident response times. |
| Pelion Enterprise | Enquire / Contact sales | Everything in Professional plus: Dual IPSec VPN; advanced monitoring & alerts; enterprise support; quarterly service reviews; dedicated account manager & escalation contact; ad hoc custom reporting; high-touch onboarding. |
| Free trial (Pelion IoT SIMs) | Free (30-day trial) | Trial includes up to 5 eUICC/eSIM SIMs, 50 MB per SIM for the 30-day period, access to Pelion Portal and support for testing. |
Notes: Pelion provides a bundle-builder and "Pelion Plans" (UK / North America / Global) but does not publish recurring subscription or per-SIM pricing directly on the public pricing pages; prospective customers are prompted to "Enquire" or "Talk to us" for detailed pricing.
Seller details
Pelion (Arm Ltd. business; ownership/structure has changed over time)
Cambridge, United Kingdom
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https://pelion.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pelion/
