ConnectWise SIEM vs WatchGuard EPDR comparison

ConnectWise and WatchGuard are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. ConnectWise is ranked #32 with an average rating of 10.0, while WatchGuard is ranked #34 with an average rating of 9.0. ConnectWise holds a 0.2% mindshare in EDR, compared to WatchGuard’s 0.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of ConnectWise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of WatchGuard users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

ConnectWise SIEM and WatchGuard EPDR are two robust cybersecurity solutions. Users are generally happier with the features and pricing of WatchGuard EPDR, viewing it as worth the price despite better support experiences with ConnectWise SIEM.

Features: ConnectWise SIEM's comprehensive threat detection, automated responses, and high scalability are valuable. WatchGuard EPDR stands out with advanced analytics, customizability, and well-integrated endpoint protection capabilities, giving it an edge in feature set comparison.

Room for Improvement: Users suggest enhancing ConnectWise SIEM's scalability, integration with third-party tools, and user interface. For WatchGuard EPDR, feedback points to refining its patch management, reducing false positives, and improving its reporting features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ConnectWise SIEM has a straightforward deployment process and reliable customer support. WatchGuard EPDR may have a steeper learning curve but benefits from comprehensive documentation and community support. Customer service for ConnectWise is rated higher, facilitating smoother user onboarding.

Pricing and ROI: ConnectWise SIEM involves a higher setup cost but offers reasonable ROI through its extensive functionalities. WatchGuard EPDR offers competitive pricing and satisfactory ROI, with users feeling it delivers strong value for the investment. Different pricing models cater to distinct organizational needs, with WatchGuard EPDR being more cost-effective overall.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

ConnectWise SIEM

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

32nd

Average Rating

10.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (29th), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (20th), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) (21st)

WatchGuard EPDR

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

34th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (43rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of ConnectWise SIEM is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of WatchGuard EPDR is 0.6%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

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Giulio Valeri

Owner at SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS SRL

Efficiently monitoring and detecting suspicious activities

One valuable feature of ConnectWise Fortify is the ability to add other teams and receive notifications when customers make changes or remove multi-factor authentication in Microsoft or SAP environments. For instance, once we were connecting different parts in China, and we had to reserve resources for the blue source of the login of task no v. ConnectWise Fortify successfully mitigated the issue and monitored any suspicious activity in the Microsoft environment. Despite the inconvenience, the Microsoft environment is still active and susceptible to cyber threats. We do a lot of research and utilize ConnectWise Fortify to restart and restore the system. It's essential to have a solution like ConnectWise Fortify to protect against cyber threats.

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Phillip Evely

Network Administrator at Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Provides good reporting features, saves time, and protects endpoints

The setup is very easy. We have deployed the solution on-premise but can also do it on the cloud. It has a cloud functionality. I can push it from the cloud directly to the endpoint, or I can do it via a group policy. The enterprise-wide deployment takes a day. It is very simple. Once the agent is deployed in any subnet, it monitors the network traffic and informs me about endpoints that don't have the agent. I get alerted via a report. If I have a problem, I can manually deploy on those endpoints. The product is set to auto-update. It updates on its own.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"One valuable feature of ConnectWise Fortify is the ability to add other teams and receive notifications when customers make changes or remove multi-factor authentication in Microsoft or SAP environments."

"We have found the solution has great functionality and it is easy to use."

"I can put tons of load on it."

"WatchGuard EPDR improves organization primarily by supporting the IT team rather than the end users directly. It helps IT teams accomplish more with fewer people. One of its standout features is the patch management solution, which allows companies without up-to-date services like WSUS to manage patches for Windows and Linux systems. Additionally, it provides the usual endpoint protection features such as virus and malware protection, application control, and website control."

"The product's most valuable features are the zero-trust application service and its capability to detect threats and attacks."

"The reporting feature is valuable."

"WatchGuard is commendable for its work on threats."

Cons

"ConnectWise Fortify could work on covering more areas, like phishing messages, which have become more complicated to detect."

"The manage portion of the solution is complicated and should be simplified by having different versions to meet the needs of different size companies."

"The categories in the web filtering should be more comprehensive."

"The AV and scanning features could be a little bit better."

"WatchGuard EPDR does have areas for improvement. One significant gap is the lack of a virtual patching feature integrated into the endpoint security. This would be particularly useful for endpoints running operating systems that are no longer supported, such as Windows 7."

"The categories in the web filtering should be more comprehensive. When a URL is not categorized, I face issues."

"The product is available at a very high price, making it an area where improvements are required."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is expensive."

"The solution's pricing is better compared to other products."

"The price is excellent."

"The product is available at a high price."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

18%

Wholesaler/Distributor

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

15%

Computer Software Company

11%

Security Firm

Non Profit

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ConnectWise Fortify?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ConnectWise Fortify?

The pricing is good. I would say it's at a reasonable price point.

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What needs improvement with ConnectWise Fortify?

Currently, the virtual process is working fine, as it is able to detect Webex when intentional messages are sent. However, there is still room for improvement in this area. We could find a new way ...

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What do you like most about WatchGuard EPDR?

The product's most valuable features are the zero-trust application service and its capability to detect threats and attacks.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for WatchGuard EPDR?

The pricing is slightly high, but the product quality justifies it. The price is fair, neither too high nor too low. Considering all its features, an increase in price would be justifiable.

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What needs improvement with WatchGuard EPDR?

I have not found anything requiring improvement. However, overall, the category level should be enhanced. The categories in the web filtering should be more comprehensive. When a URL is not categor...

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Also Known As

ConnectWise Security Management, ConnectWise Fortify, Continuum Fortify, ConnectWise SIEM, ConnectWise SASE

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Overview

IT solution providers are the first—and often only—line of defense for every kind of business in every part of the world. Whether managing mom-and-pop businesses or high-profile clients, providing preventive security measures is a must-have in today’s cybersecurity landscape. Security information and event management (SIEM) solutions offer an additional layer of security for your clients; however, most SIEM solutions are routinely difficult to manage, expensive to deploy, and require a significant amount of in-house cybersecurity expertise.

ConnectWise SIEM offers a powerful alternative to expand your security perspective to both prevention and detection. The solution includes comprehensive, flexible SIEM software that streamlines safety and security across your network without additional full-time employee costs or complicated implementations.

ConnectWise

EDR for continuous monitoring that prevents the execution of unknown processes. Behavioral analysis and detection of IoAs (indicators of attack) scripts, macros, etc.
Automatic detection and response for targeted attacks and in-memory exploits. Endpoint protection capabilities such as URL filtering, device control and managed firewall.
Zero-Trust Application and Threat Hunting features delivered as managed services. Lightweight agent and easy-to-use Cloud-based console with detailed reporting.

WatchGuard

Sample Customers

Techvera, Syrex, Clark Integrated Technologies

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