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Armis vs Trellix Embedded Control comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Armis
Ranking in IoT Security
1st
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM) (1st), Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (9th), Cyber-Physical Systems Protection (1st)
Trellix Embedded Control
Ranking in IoT Security
8th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the IoT Security category, the mindshare of Armis is 13.7%, down from 18.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trellix Embedded Control is 2.4%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
IoT Security Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Armis13.7%
Trellix Embedded Control2.4%
Other83.9%
IoT Security
 

Featured Reviews

SaketShrivastava - PeerSpot reviewer
Technology And Digitization Lead at JLL
Comprehensive asset visibility and OT operations support enhance risk mitigation
I use Armis for asset discovery and vulnerability assessments of the OT network Armis is easy to use. Very few software solutions have OT capabilities that do not impact OT operations. Its asset visibility is good as well. This comprehensive feature set is crucial for our operations.…
Abdullah Al Hadi - PeerSpot reviewer
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
Offers DLP solutions with drive encryption, and application control
When installing McAfee ePO, we need to set up a self-check configuration. To join the system, we run a specific command. We configure connections for the data center, data server, and application server during this setup. Sometimes, we encounter communication issues between the database and application servers. These issues can prevent the database from communicating with ePO, leading to problems with updates and other functions. If the database cannot communicate with ePO, it affects our ability to manage configurations and updates, creating various issues. Additionally, roaming users outside the network must receive the latest signatures and updates. In a Citrix environment, a handler is configured to manage communication for these roaming users. However, we sometimes face issues with public and private IP configurations. Users may prefer to keep their IPs private, which can cause complications. For environments without Internet access, we use a DNS server to facilitate updates, which are managed locally. This type of configuration can be complex, but it's crucial for maintaining functionality without external network access. Trellix Embedded Control is a product used by companies in infrastructure development. The specific products and tools they use can vary based on their needs. DLP operates with devices, but network DLP is required for classification tasks. The choice of solutions depends on the organization's infrastructure and customer requirements, guiding the following implementation steps. Clients deploy the solution with their provider within one week.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
11%
Government
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Computer Software Company
8%
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Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business6
Midsize Enterprise1
Large Enterprise6
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Armis?
Armis can be somewhat expensive and there is not much sales presence for Armis. Without any existing security solution on the customer's end, Armis will only collect telemetry data, which is the de...
What is your primary use case for Armis?
I am a distributor for Armis and have been working with them for about two to three years now. I am familiar with Armis Centrix for asset management and security. Armis is typically used for correl...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Trellix Embedded Control?
Trellix is expensive, depending on the organization's size and financial capacity. For some, it is economical and fits well with their infrastructure. Larger organizations may seek a high-quality p...
What needs improvement with Trellix Embedded Control?
Customers and organizations are aware of attacks in VPN environments and how to protect against them. Forensic investigations play a crucial role in understanding why such attacks occur and how the...
What is your primary use case for Trellix Embedded Control?
Trellix offers many products, such as DLP solutions for endpoint and network, drive encryption, and application control. It also provides robust endpoint security solutions. Furthermore, Trellix of...
 

Also Known As

No data available
McAfee Embedded Control, Intel Security Controller, McAfee Controller
 

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Sample Customers

Samsung Research America, IDT Corporation, Gett
Kleberg Bank, Sicredi, Seagate, Loop Technology, Vidant Health, Xcel Energy, Cook County, Berkshire Health Systems, Mauser, China Pacific Insurance, Cologne-Bonn Airport, Bank Central Asia, Boston Medical Center, Boston Scientific
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