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CentralSquare vs JumpCloud

CentralSquare logo

CentralSquare

Government

Public Safety and Administration Software

From
$1500/month
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
JumpCloud logo

JumpCloud

Cybersecurity

Unified identity and device management for hybrid workforce.

From
$9/user/month
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: CentralSquare no pricing information is published on the website; JumpCloud platform Essentials tier capped at 300 users; larger organisations must purchase unbundled tiers or negotiate custom pricing
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which CentralSquare and JumpCloud actually diverge.

Attributes where CentralSquare and JumpCloud differ
AttributeCentralSquareJumpCloud
Starting price$1500/month$9/user/month
PlatformsWeb, Desktop, Ios, AndroidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API
CategoryGovernmentCybersecurity
Founded2018Unknown

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in CentralSquare

  • Computer-Aided Dispatch
  • Records Management
  • Jail Management
  • Fire RMS
  • Community Development
  • Esri ArcGIS
  • FBI CJIS
  • NCIC

Only in JumpCloud

Nothing recorded that CentralSquare does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

CentralSquare

  • Citizen Servicesnot JumpCloud
  • Records Managementnot JumpCloud
  • Public Safetynot JumpCloud
  • Civic Engagementnot JumpCloud

JumpCloud

  • Organisations modernising from Active Directory to cloud identity infrastructurenot CentralSquare
  • Companies requiring unified user and device management in hybrid work environmentsnot CentralSquare
  • IT teams implementing zero-trust security modelsnot CentralSquare
  • Managed service providers requiring multi-tenant identity and device managementnot CentralSquare
  • Educational institutions and nonprofits (eligible for special pricing)not CentralSquare

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

CentralSquare

  • No pricing information is published on the website
  • Pricing model is not disclosed; visitors are directed to request a demo or contact sales

JumpCloud

  • Platform Essentials tier capped at 300 users; larger organisations must purchase unbundled tiers or negotiate custom pricing
  • À la carte pricing can become expensive when purchasing multiple features; device management at $9/user, SSO at $11/user totals $20/user for basic functionality
  • Bundled Platform and Platform Prime packages require contacting sales; no published pricing limits transparency
  • Zero-trust and AI & SaaS management capabilities only available in Platform Prime tier with custom pricing
  • No on-premises or self-hosted option; cloud-only deployment

Pricing, plan by plan

CentralSquare

$1500/month
  • Public Safety Suite$1500/month
    • CAD
    • Records Management
    • Mobile Solutions

JumpCloud

$9/user/month
  • À La Carte - Device Management$9/user/month (annual) or $11 (monthly)
    • Device management across Windows, Mac, Linux
    • Remote assistance
    • Patch management
  • À La Carte - SSO$11/user/month (annual) or $13 (monthly)
    • Single sign-on
    • Multi-factor authentication
    • Password management
  • Platform Essentials$undefined/variable
    • Identity and device management with SSO and passwordless auth
    • Maximum 300 users
    • Contact sales for pricing
  • Platform$undefined/variable
    • Unified identity, device and access management
    • Contact sales for pricing

Which should you pick?

Choose CentralSquare if

  • You need computer-aided dispatch.
  • You work on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android.
  • You also want records management.
CentralSquare review

Choose JumpCloud if

  • You work on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API.
JumpCloud review

Questions people ask

Is CentralSquare or JumpCloud better?
Neither clearly leads. CentralSquare starts at $1500/month and JumpCloud at $9/user/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, CentralSquare or JumpCloud?
CentralSquare starts at $1500/month and JumpCloud at $9/user/month.
Does CentralSquare or JumpCloud run on more platforms?
CentralSquare runs on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android. JumpCloud runs on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API.
What is CentralSquare best used for?
CentralSquare is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement. Of those, citizen services and records management are not what JumpCloud is typically brought in for.
What can CentralSquare do that JumpCloud cannot?
CentralSquare covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management, Jail Management, Fire RMS.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

CentralSquare: How much does CentralSquare cost?

CentralSquare does not publish pricing on its website. The company directs customers to request a demo or schedule a call with their sales team to discuss pricing.

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JumpCloud: What devices does JumpCloud support?

JumpCloud supports unified endpoint management for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android devices.

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CentralSquare: What is CentralSquare's pricing model?

The pricing model is not disclosed. CentralSquare appears to use a custom quote or consultation-based approach, as the website does not mention subscription plans or tier-based pricing.

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JumpCloud: Can I use JumpCloud to replace Active Directory?

Yes. JumpCloud is designed for organisations modernising from on-premises Active Directory to cloud-based directory and identity management.

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CentralSquare: Is there a free tier or trial?

No information about free tiers or trials is available on the website.

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JumpCloud: Is there a free trial?

Yes. All users can access a 30-day free trial before purchasing.

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CentralSquare: How do I get a pricing quote?

Contact CentralSquare through their website to request a demo or schedule a call with their sales team.

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