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SureLock by 42Gears

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$2.49 per device per month
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  1. Accommodation and food services
  2. Arts, entertainment, and recreation
  3. Construction

What is SureLock by 42Gears

SureLock is a kiosk lockdown and device restriction product used to control how Android and Windows devices are used in single-purpose or limited-purpose deployments. It is commonly used by IT and operations teams to secure devices in retail, logistics, field service, education, and shared-device environments. The product focuses on enforcing allowed apps and settings, restricting user access, and maintaining a consistent device experience. It is typically deployed alongside broader device management capabilities from the same vendor when organizations need centralized provisioning and policy control.

pros

Strong kiosk lockdown controls

SureLock provides dedicated kiosk capabilities such as single-app and multi-app modes, whitelisting/blacklisting, and restrictions on system settings and navigation. These controls fit deployments where devices must stay on-task (e.g., POS, check-in, or line-of-business apps). Compared with general-purpose device tools, the feature set is oriented around preventing user tampering and reducing accidental misconfiguration.

Supports shared-device scenarios

The product is designed for environments where devices are used by many frontline workers and must remain consistent across shifts. Administrators can standardize the user interface and limit access to only approved workflows. This reduces training overhead and helps keep devices compliant with operational requirements.

Works across Android and Windows

SureLock supports kiosk-style control for Android and Windows endpoints, which can simplify standardization for organizations running mixed fleets. This is useful for deployments that include rugged Android devices plus Windows tablets or PCs used for fixed-purpose tasks. Cross-platform coverage can reduce the need to maintain separate kiosk products for each OS.

cons

Not a full UEM by itself

SureLock focuses on kiosk lockdown and does not replace a full unified endpoint management stack on its own. Organizations often still need separate capabilities for lifecycle management such as OS patching, identity-based access, compliance reporting, and broader endpoint security controls. Buyers should confirm which functions require additional 42Gears products or third-party tools.

Windows kiosk depth varies

Windows kiosk management capabilities can be more dependent on OS edition, device configuration, and Microsoft management frameworks than Android kiosk deployments. Some advanced restrictions may require additional Windows configuration work or complementary management tooling. This can increase implementation effort for complex Windows use cases.

Policy design can be complex

Kiosk deployments require careful policy design to avoid blocking legitimate workflows (e.g., OS dialogs, captive portals, printing, or peripheral access). Misconfigured restrictions can lead to support tickets or device recovery procedures. Organizations should plan for testing, staged rollouts, and documented exception handling.

Plan & Pricing

Plan Price Key features & notes
SureLock for Android (Monthly Cloud Subscription) $2.99 per device/month Monthly cloud subscription; 7-day full-feature trial available; also noted as available under SureMDM Standard/Premium/Enterprise at no extra cost.
SureLock for Windows (Monthly Cloud Subscription) $2.49 per device/month Monthly cloud subscription; 7-day full-feature trial available; noted as available under SureMDM Standard/Premium/Enterprise at no extra cost.
SureLock for Windows Mobile & CE (Monthly Cloud Subscription) $3.99 per device/month Monthly cloud subscription; 7-day full-feature trial available.

Seller details

42Gears Mobility Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru, India
2009
Private
https://www.42gears.com/
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