CrowdStrike Falcon vs Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) comparison

CrowdStrike and datto are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. CrowdStrike is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.7, while datto is ranked #31 with an average rating of 8.5. CrowdStrike holds a 16.3% mindshare in EDR, compared to datto’s 2.5% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of CrowdStrike users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 66% of datto users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 9, 2025

CrowdStrike Falcon and Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) compete in the cybersecurity solutions category. CrowdStrike Falcon generally excels in features and deployment, while Datto EDR has advantages in pricing and return on investment.

Features: CrowdStrike Falcon's valuable features include advanced threat protection, real-time monitoring, and comprehensive threat intelligence. Datto EDR is noted for its automated threat detection, response capabilities, and recovery options.

Room For Improvement: CrowdStrike Falcon users suggest enhancing reporting tools, reducing false positives, and improving threat visibility. Datto EDR users recommend improving detection accuracy, optimizing performance on older systems, and refining user interface.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: CrowdStrike Falcon is praised for its quick deployment and responsive customer support. Datto EDR receives positive feedback for ease of setup but sometimes faces criticism for customer service response times.

Pricing and ROI: CrowdStrike Falcon is considered high-cost but delivers strong ROI through robust features and security efficacy. Datto EDR offers competitive pricing and satisfactory ROI, appealing to budget-conscious buyers.

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CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

CrowdStrike Falcon

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

126

Ranking in other categories

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (6th), Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (2nd), Identity Management (IM) (6th), Threat Intelligence Platforms (2nd), Active Directory Management (2nd), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (1st), Attack Surface Management (ASM) (1st), Ransomware Protection (1st), Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) (3rd), AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platforms (1st), Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) (2nd)

Datto Endpoint Detection an...

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

31st

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of CrowdStrike Falcon is 16.3%, up from 15.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is 2.5%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Featured Reviews

Chintan-Vyas

Associate Director at KPMG

Easy to set up with good behavior-based analysis but needs a single-click recovery option

Most organizations are currently looking for a scheduled scan to meet their compliance needs. Other players like Symantec and Trend Micro, FireEye, et cetera, are still providing the signature-based regular scheduled scans also, which is not available in CrowdStrike. That is one parameter that we feel should be there in CrowdStrike. CrowdStrike is only working on the dynamic or the files under execution. CrowdStrike is not scanning the static files. The product could be more accurate in terms of performance. We'd like to have a single-click recovery option. With some machines getting corrupted by malware, we need an easy way to start with a blank slate if things happen. That one feature should be there in the EDR.

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Aurélien Boeyen

Co Founder at Carredas

Useful endpoint visibility, high availability, and helpful support

Datto EDR is used for detection and response for endpoints The most valuable feature of Datto EDR is the visibility of the endpoints. The solution could improve by having more deployment methods. I have been using Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) for approximately three years. Datto…

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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

"Their endpoint is pretty flawless. There is no lag on the machines at all. Even though I have a good overview of all the machines, that's pretty much the most valuable feature of CrowdStrike Falcon."

"The features we showcase to potential customers are prevention, malware protection, zero-day protection, and application scripting. Vulnerability assessment is another valuable feature."

"The most valuable feature of CrowdStrike Falcon is its accuracy. That's very important for me. False-positive are very bad for everyone. As we are a financial institution, it's even worse. I like Falcon because it's very accurate."

"The most valuable feature is that we don't need to re-image machines as much as we had to."

"I value the overall behavior analysis of CrowdStrike. The engine of this product is what drew us to this solution."

"The most valuable features of CrowdStrike Falcon are the AI in detecting and real-time detections."

"The solution has improved my organization by automating the detection and reporting of unwanted applications so we're aware of them and can respond appropriately."

"CrowdStrike Falcon's most valuable features are the lightweight agent which has absolutely zero performance issues. There is no performance deterioration on the laptop on the network. It is a signature-less antivirus and anti-malware solution, it doesn't depend on signatures which better protects the systems."

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"The insight that the solution provides is the most valuable aspect. The security scanning they do is excellent."

"The ease of deployment has been good."

"Datto Endpoint Detection and Response is a perfect product for endpoint security."

"The most valuable feature of Datto EDR is the visibility of the endpoints."

Cons

"The support for different OS versions needs improvement because sometimes due to business conditions, updating our OS is impossible."

"I would rate it an eight out of ten. It does what it needs to do but there's always room for improvement."

"In the six months that I have been using CrowdStrike, it has not been able to detect anything."

"Dashboard creation is one of the areas for improvement in CrowdStrike Falcon. Sometimes, management asks for a custom dashboard, so my team has to collect data from CrowdStrike Falcon, integrate that in Splunk, then create the dashboard in Splunk. The Splunk dashboard is more elaborate, so the CrowdStrike Falcon dashboard needs improvement. Another area for improvement in the tool is the malware detection report, as it needs to be more detailed and include some graphics so that if you want to present that data in a nutshell, it's easier to do. For example, the report should consist of some graphical representation that shows a month's worth of data. In terms of an additional feature I'd like CrowdStrike Falcon to have, it's the device posture assessment feature that detects the device posture within the network. Whichever device connects to the corporate network, my company should be able to analyze the device posture. Then there should be communication with the network, which means that as soon as a device connects, CrowdStrike Falcon can assess the device posture, detect its corporate asset, and decide whether it should be allowed on the network."

"I have experience with a product called SentinelOne, which has a feature that allows for the customization of query languages. I would like to see such a feature for CloudStrike."

"CrowdStrike should provide better visibility in its reporting. There should be more forensic details about detected threats."

"There are some aspects of the UI that could use some improvement, e.g., working in groups. I build a group, then I have to manually assign prevention policies, update policies, etc., but there is no function to copy that group. So, if I wanted to make a subgroup for troubleshooting or divide workstations into groups of laptops and desktops, then I have to manually build a brand new group. I can't just copy a build from one to another. Additionally, in order to do any work within a group, I have to first do the work on the respective prevention policy page or individual policy page, then remove the group if the group is assigned to a different prevention policy, remove the prevention policy, and then add the new one in. So, it can get a little hectic. It would be easier if I could add and remove things from the group page rather than having to go into the policy pages to do it."

"They need to strengthen the forensic capabilities of this product, for e-discovery."

More CrowdStrike Falcon cons

"The solution should allow the automation of playbooks."

"The solution could improve by having more deployment methods."

"The inclusion of web filtering would be good."

"The deployment of the solution right now is terrible. We find it to be very bad. It could be improved enormously."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price is fixed with no room for negotiation."

"This solution offers annual subscriptions. The pricing for this solution could be reduced."

"CrowdStrike Falcon is one of the more expensive endpoint solutions on the market."

"The pricing and licensing are reasonable. I don't think we are getting charged more than what it is worth. It is fair, but I do not like how it is a la carte. I realize they do that so other organizations can buy and get the agent, getting it cheaper than you could otherwise. However, if you want the main core package, which has all the main features with the exception of maybe the multi-cloud protections, that can get pricier for an organization. So, you have to pick and choose what you want. I do not care for a la carte pricing."

"The pricing and licensing are fairly good. It is definitely not a cheap product, but I have felt that it is worth the money that we spent. So, we have discussed it in the past, and were like, "Yes, it is probably pricier than some other solutions, but we also feel they really are the leader. We are very comfortable with their level of expertise. So, it's kind of worth the price that we pay.""

"Years ago, when we bought CrowdStrike, you got everything it had. I was a little concerned when they broke this out into a la carte modules where you can buy EDR, Spotlight, etc., picking and choosing off the menu. I was a little worried that the solution would get watered down. However, I realized in my previous organization when we had the full suite that there were a bunch of features in it that we didn't have time to operationalize. So, I warmed up to it. I get the whole, "Look, you can pick and choose. Okay, everybody buys a steak, but do you want mashed potatoes, or do you want lobster mac and cheese?" So, you can pick the sides that you want, so you can buy the solution that you want and operationalize versus paying a lot of money and getting a bunch of things, but not using 60 percent of the tools in the box."

"There is an annual license required to use this solution."

"I'm not directly involved in sales, so I can't comment on the exact price, but I know the price decreases the higher the quantity we purchase."

More CrowdStrike Falcon pricing and cost advice

"There is an annual license to use this solution. The price of the solution can be expensive depending on the company."

"Datto Endpoint Detection and Response is not an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Computer Software Company

16%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

Comparing CrowdStrike Falcon to Cortex XDR (Palo Alto)

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto vs. CrowdStrike Falcon Both Cortex XDR and Crowd Strike Falcon offer cloud-based solutions that are very scalable, secure, and user-friendly. Cortex XDR by Palo Alto offers ...

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How does Crowdstrike Falcon compare with Darktrace?

Both of these products perform similarly and have many outstanding attributes. CrowdStrike Falcon offers an amazing user interface that makes setup easy and seamless. CrowdStrike Falcon offers a cl...

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How does Microsoft Defender for Endpoint compare with Crowdstrike Falcon?

The CrowdStrike solution delivers a lot of information about incidents. It has a very light sensor that will never push your machine hardware to "test", you don't have the usual "scan now" feature ...

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What do you like most about Infocyte HUNT?

Datto Endpoint Detection and Response is a perfect product for endpoint security.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Infocyte HUNT?

The price is quite low. On a scale of one to ten, I would rate it a four, meaning it is quite cheap.

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What needs improvement with Infocyte HUNT?

The inclusion of web filtering would be good.

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Also Known As

CrowdStrike Falcon, CrowdStrike Falcon XDR, CrowdStrike Falcon Threat Intelligence, CrowdStrike Identity Protection, CrowdStrike Falcon Surface

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Overview

CrowdStrike Falcon provides endpoint protection and threat intelligence using a cloud-based platform for real-time detection and response. Its minimal impact on system performance and ease of deployment are key benefits along with advanced logging and reporting for compliance and forensic analysis.

CrowdStrike Falcon is known for its efficacy in identifying malware, ransomware, and sophisticated cyber threats. The platform's cloud-native architecture and advanced AI capabilities ensure comprehensive endpoint visibility and rapid response times. Users appreciate the lightweight agent and seamless deployment process, along with detailed reporting features. Integration with security tools and efficient customer support are essential features, although some users highlight high pricing, occasional detection delays, and challenges with integration. Frequent alerts and the mobile app's performance are areas for improvement.

What are the key features of CrowdStrike Falcon?

Real-time Threat Detection: Provides immediate threat identification and response.
Lightweight Agent: Minimal impact on system performance.
Cloud-native Architecture: Ensures flexibility and scalability.
Advanced AI Capabilities: Enhances threat detection and prevention.
Comprehensive Endpoint Visibility: Complete insight into endpoint activities.
Detailed Reporting: Facilitates compliance and forensic analysis.
Security Tool Integration: Seamless integration with other tools.
Efficient Customer Support: Robust support services.

What are the benefits or ROI of CrowdStrike Falcon?

Improved Threat Detection: Identifies sophisticated threats, reducing risk.
Enhanced System Performance: Lightweight agent ensures minimal disruption.
Faster Response Times: Swift reaction to incidents minimizes damage.
Better Compliance: Detailed logs meet regulatory requirements.
Streamlined Deployment: Easy to implement with minimal downtime.

In industries like finance, healthcare, and retail, CrowdStrike Falcon is often used for critical security due to its robust threat detection capabilities. Financial firms value its rapid response and detailed reporting for compliance, while healthcare providers appreciate the minimal system performance impact. Retailers benefit from its comprehensive endpoint visibility and integration with other security tools.

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With Datto Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) you can detect and respond to advanced threats. Datto EDR is an easy to use cloud based EDR solution that's designed for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

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Sample Customers

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Check Point Software, PwC, Grant Thornton, AT&T, DHL, U.S. Department of Defense

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