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ESET Endpoint Encryption vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

ESET Endpoint Encryption
Ranking in Endpoint Encryption
3rd
Average Rating
8.6
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Ranking in Endpoint Encryption
6th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
5.9
Number of Reviews
36
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Endpoint Encryption category, the mindshare of ESET Endpoint Encryption is 18.2%, up from 11.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Encryption is 10.1%, up from 10.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Encryption
 

Featured Reviews

Nobuaki Kitamura - PeerSpot reviewer
An antivirus system that is scalable and stable but needs improvement in pricing and security
ESET Endpoint Encryption works as an antivirus system.  The product is reasonable.  ESET Endpoint Encryption needs to improve pricing and security.  ESET Endpoint Encryption is stable.  The product is scalable. My company has 3000 users.  I haven't used technical support much.  ESET Endpoint…
Bharath Kumar Gajula - PeerSpot reviewer
Robust data protection with user-friendly deployment, competitive pricing, and comprehensive features like customizable alerts and effective detection capabilities but needs GUI improvements
The stability is relatively good. Occasionally, certain clients may experience disconnection from the management servers, requiring a manual process to rectify. Even in instances where the link is severed, restoring client connectivity can be challenging, sometimes necessitating the uninstallation and reinstallation of the software. Additionally, when clients go out of sync, we do not receive alerts, indicating an area for potential improvement. I would rate it seven out of ten.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It is very secure and we have finally decided to use this after a thorough check. The interface is easy to navigate."
"The solution's UI is user-friendly. Even a non-technical person can use it."
"The setup is getting easier."
"The most valuable feature of ESET Endpoint Encryption is its rate of capturing viruses and malware."
"The initial setup is easy."
"The tool does not slow down the computer."
"The usability is the most valuable feature."
"The most valuable feature of ESET Endpoint Encryption is the high level of encryption protection."
"The management console gives us the ability to quickly control who sees what, ensures we are on the latest version, and up-to-date."
"The encryption feature is very good."
"The most valuable feature is that it works in the background so that the end-users are not aware of what is happening on the laptop."
"We use it for protecting accounts, which is its most valuable feature."
"I like the management aspect of this solution. You don't want to have end-users tweak or set it themselves, so the fact that you could do it from a central point helped us a lot."
"It helps us put antivirus solutions in place and prevent malware from getting to our machines."
"The solution is pretty stable."
"You get updates and other encrypted files easily."
 

Cons

"Integration with central management needs improvement."
"The solution should have better synchronization with active directory users and passwords for use in the encryption."
"The overall compatibility of the device is an area where the solution lacks."
"I would like more robust reporting as part of the Remote Administrator."
"The product should be more responsive regarding feedback if it detects something in our infrastructure. I believe there's a backend that their engineers use to detect viruses in our system. We would appreciate it if they could promptly provide feedback and give us recommendations on how to better protect our infrastructure beyond their system. Additionally, we hope for improved integration with the other systems we currently use. It would be beneficial if they could collaborate to create something that facilitates integration between these systems."
"From an admin perspective, the solution's UI could be more user-friendly."
"There should be more frequent updates."
"I would like to see better compatibility with mobile devices."
"I would like to see some features or functionality enhanced in Symantec Endpoint Encryption."
"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."
"The solution does not have endpoint control."
"I do not find the environment to be very user-friendly."
"The program's disk encryption is not very friendly with Microsoft OS updates. We have a problem with updates failing unless we use a time-consuming work-around."
"I would like to have less frequent updates."
"It's a bit difficult to get good support. Their response times are really bad."
"The GUI could use some enhancement, particularly in making option sets easier to locate on client machines."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is the lowest and ten is the highest, I rate its pricing a two."
"It is neither very expensive, nor cheap. Overall it is affordable and there is a long term arrangement between our company and the solution providers for license."
"ESET Endpoint Encryption is moderately priced."
"The National University System dedicates 500 of their 5000 licenses to us, which is $14/yr per device. Most companies are paying $99 or $120 per device a year."
"Instead of installing ESET on each machine at each location, we just do it remotely. This has been a time saver for us."
"The pricing is mid-ranged and could be more cost-effective."
"We paid for an annual subscription, and it was reasonable."
"Licensing costs are on a yearly basis."
"Depending on how many modules you will use (up to five) the licensing will be more expensive."
"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."
"We hold an annual license, and their pricing is competitive, falling into the affordable range."
"The licensing costs yearly are $5000."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."
"They have two solutions for encryption including Symantec Endpoint Encryption and PGP Endpoint Encryption. With one PGP license, you can deploy the two solutions. The PGP license gives you two options."
"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."
"There is a license required for this solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Government
8%
Retailer
6%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Healthcare Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with ESET Endpoint Encryption?
The product should be more responsive regarding feedback if it detects something in our infrastructure. I believe there's a backend that their engineers use to detect viruses in our system. We woul...
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?
I am not sure about the pricing and licensing cost of Symantec Endpoint Encryption.
 

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Symantec Drive Encryption
 

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Sample Customers

CCS Media Limited, Mercury Engineering, Unigarant, Pinewood Healthcare
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
Find out what your peers are saying about ESET Endpoint Encryption vs. Symantec Endpoint Encryption and other solutions. Updated: December 2024.
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