What’s the difference between Intel Unite and Airtame 2?
Intel Unite vs Airtame 2
Airtame and Intel Unite offer cable-free streaming. Both solutions provide a physical product (the receiver) which connects to an HDMI display (or VGA display with an adapter). Here we provide a feature comparison between Airtame 2 and Intel Unite.
Please note that all technical specifications are taken directly from Intel’s website. In cases where pricing is not directly listed online, we include the quoted reseller price.
| Airtame 2 | Intel Unite | |
| Powering | AC adapter or Power over Ethernet | AC adapter |
| Price* | ||
| Cost of hardware | $399 (one-time cost per Airtame 2) | Cost of hub varies** |
| Cost of end-user application | Free | Free |
| Cost of central management system | Cloud Lite: free Cloud Plus: $12 per screen per month or $120 per screen per year if paid annually | On-premises software: free Intel Unite Cloud Service: paid For subscription up to 500 hub devices: $40 annual cost per hub device Subscription for unlimited hub devices (500+): $20,000 annual cost for all hub devices |
| Connectivity | ||
| Windows | ✓ Airtame app + Miracast | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| macOS | ✓ Airtame app + AirPlay | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| Chromebook | ✓ Airtame app + Google Cast | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| Linux | ✓ Airtame app + Google Cast | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| iOS | ✓ AirPlay | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| Android | ✓ Google Cast + Miracast | ✓ Intel Unite app |
| Sharing | ||
| Resolution | 1080p up to 60 fps | 4K*** up to 60 fps |
| Presenter mode | ✓ Single window sharing (app) + extended desktop (Miracast) | ✓ Extended desktop |
| One-to-many screen sharing | ✓ | – |
| Touchback support | ✓ With Miracast | ✓ |
| Security | ||
| Works on enterprise networks | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pin code connect | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web Proxy support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Device management | ||
| Bulk updates | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ Free with Intel Unite’s on-premises software |
| Remote updates | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ Free with Intel Unite’s on-premises software |
| Different access levels | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ Free with Intel Unite’s on-premises software |
| Moderator mode | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ |
| Digital signage | ||
| Websites | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ Available with version 4.x of the Intel Unite software |
| Custom images | ✓ Airtame Cloud Lite + Plus | ✓ Available with version 4.x of the Intel Unite software |
| Videos | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Productivity apps and dashboards | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | ✓ Available with version 4.x of the Intel Unite software |
| Calendar sync for room management | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | ✓ Available with version 4.x of the Intel Unite software |
| Scheduled Content | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | – |
| Power management | ||
| Sleep Schedule with CEC support | ✓ Airtame Cloud Plus | ✓ |
*All prices excluding VAT.
**A “hub” is a small computer that is physically connected to a TV or projector, acting as the receiver for an Intel Unite session. The price of the hub can vary depending on which mini-computer is chosen to serve as the hub.
***While Intel Unite can support up to 4K, the actual resolution will depend on the capabilities of the source (mobile device or computer).
Why Airtame?
Airtame offers a combined solution for wireless screen sharing and digital signage. It’s a scalable solution with a clear return on investment, including decreased meeting downtime and IT maintenance.
Internal and guest presenters can easily share their screen in an instant, improving the overall work and learning experience while encouraging productivity and engagement. Digital signage with Airtame Cloud helps organizations make the most of their screens.
Airtame is the perfect match for everyday presenters, IT administrators, and managers.
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Last edited on November 12th, 2020