Endpoint Management
Windows Autopilot v1 vs. Device Preparation v2 in 2026: Practical Intune Admin Comparison
Autopilot v1Device Preparation v2
A practical comparison for Intune admins choosing between classic Windows Autopilot and Windows Autopilot Device Preparation, including join types, app limits, ESP behaviour, registration, troubleshooting, and migration planning.
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May 8, 2026 · 24 min readRead comparison