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Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Check Point Full Disk Encry...
Ranking in Endpoint Encryption
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
Mobile Data Protection (3rd)
Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Ranking in Endpoint Encryption
7th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
36
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Endpoint Encryption category, the mindshare of Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade is 1.5%, down from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Encryption is 10.2%, up from 10.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Encryption
 

Featured Reviews

AshleyMorales - PeerSpot reviewer
Nov 20, 2023
Centralized management with full disk encryption and helpful authentification capabilities
Due to the fact that many users travel remotely from home or travel to different places in the country with the devices, a tool was needed that would provide us with the security and tranquility that the information would be safe on the devices that our users would access. This tool was acquired…
Bharath Kumar Gajula - PeerSpot reviewer
Jan 22, 2024
Robust data protection with user-friendly deployment, competitive pricing, and comprehensive features like customizable alerts and effective detection capabilities but needs GUI improvements
We use it as the antivirus solution for our client machines Deploying it is straightforward. One notable aspect is the ability to customize alerts and other settings. Its detection capabilities are robust, including effective zero-day protections. The GUI could use some enhancement, particularly…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It's easily scalable and adaptable to the needs of the business."
"It has addressed storage and data transfer demands efficiently."
"The product's initial setup phase is totally fine."
"They have Disc Encryption, Anti-Malware, and a VPN Blade which is beneficial for us."
"This software has helped individuals in the organization avoid data loss."
"Its ability to provide a security layer of encryption that allows us to prevent unauthorized access to computers."
"It is a cross-platform tool."
"It helps us maximize the operational efficiency and performance of our activities."
"It is stable."
"The solution is pretty stable."
"It is fairly stable."
"The most effective features of Symantec are those related to data protection."
"The solution is great for large-scale deployments."
"Their cloud features such as Cloud Endpoint security, ransomware modules, malware, and other modules are very effective."
"The best feature of Symantec Endpoint Encryption is the encryption itself. Encryption truly is the way to go because nowadays we are living in an era of widespread server threats, and you need to encrypt your emails and documents because you never know who might get hold of them."
"I like the solution for its encryption."
 

Cons

"While the solution works as it should, it is overly expensive."
"I rate the support from Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade a six out of ten."
"Sometimes the performance rates are not consistent."
"The tool is too expensive to be an add-on to the main solution. They could launch it independently so that costs can be lowered."
"The encryption is fast; however, when it comes to generating decryption of the OS disks, it is sometimes very slow, generating a loss of time."
"Regarding the general topic of support, many have annoyances with it."
"In the future, I would like to see is the ability to decrypt equipment."
"The cost of maintaining the system is high for personal use."
"I think that they should improve the on-premises version to include the manageability and simplicity that is available on the cloud."
"The UI could be improved."
"I do not find the environment to be very user-friendly."
"The product can be expensive. Price was a factor in moving away from the product."
"I would like to see some features or functionality enhanced in Symantec Endpoint Encryption."
"The instability of the company and lack of presence in the Middle East is affecting product use."
"There are some issues with the single sign-on with the active directory. We had a few problems related to the synchronization between the active directory and the login features of the Symantec products because the users made many password changes during the day. The time for synchronization with the solutions can be improved. I would like to see mobile encryption. There should be a possibility to include all the mobiles of a company in the console. Many customers are asking about encryptions for tablets or cell phones, but we don't have any product that we are comfortable with to recommend to our customers."
"Its remote deployment should be improved. Currently, there is no remote deployment for Symantec Endpoint Encryption. You have to install it manually. There are some issues with AD integration and the time taken to reflect a password on the Endpoint Encryption Manager when a new user has changed the password, but they are already working on these issues, and these will be resolved in the next release."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"As it costs $125 per workstation per year, something which is above the price of what the competition is charging, the solution is definitely too expensive."
"The licensing costs yearly are $5000."
"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."
"Although the performance and stability of this solution are good, our challenge is the price tag. You buy the solution once, but you also have to keep on buying the licenses yearly."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"Depending on how many modules you will use (up to five) the licensing will be more expensive."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."
"The pricing is fair but there is variability in our area that needs to be addressed."
"It can be expensive. However, if you plan to scale or are at a large enterprise company, this product could be what you need."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
30%
Security Firm
16%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Legal Firm
4%
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Healthcare Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
The cost of licenses depends on the characteristics or implementation you are looking for.
What needs improvement with Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
I once faced a problem with the tool, but I remember that I managed to work without a VPN, and then the problem with the product was sorted out somehow. An option to connect not only with the usern...
How does Microsoft BitLocker compare with Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive encryption and it successfully fulfills regulatory needs in terms of data protecti...
What do you like most about Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Antivirus, URL filtering, and firewall protection are the most effective features for data protection.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
We need to acquire a new license. Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable. However, if there's room for it to be made more cost-effec...
 

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Symantec Drive Encryption
 

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Sample Customers

Osmose, International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)
Citrix Systems Inc., City of Lansing, Commercial & Industrial Property, France T_l_visions, Fujian Mobile Co. Ltd., Group Lotus plc, Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C. (HBSS), Portugal Telecom, PostFinance, Public Pension Agency
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