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Intercept X Endpoint vs Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Intercept X Endpoint
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
6th
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
102
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (7th), ZTNA (9th), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) (8th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (11th), Ransomware Protection (3rd)
Symantec Endpoint Detection...
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
25th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
30
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Intercept X Endpoint is 3.3%, down from 9.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is 0.5%, down from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
 

Featured Reviews

Khandokar Rabbi - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 26, 2024
Used for endpoint security, ransomware protection, virus protection, and server security
Intercept X Endpoint is deployed on the cloud in our organization. Previously, we had two ransomware attacks when we were using Kaspersky as an endpoint security. We didn't face any ransomware attacks after using Intercept X Endpoint for endpoint security. Intercept X Endpoint has simplified our malware detection. Since we have already implemented the policies in the cloud, all the malware is automatically detected. The solution also detects and removes new malware that can also come from the cloud AI engine. Integrating Intercept X Endpoint with our current security infrastructure was very easy. In my opinion, Sophos is a better solution because we are using Sophos endpoint security and network security. These two things sync with each other and monitor the packets and network traffic. No other vendor has simultaneous devices to check everything. I would recommend the solution to other users. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
YusufAhmed - PeerSpot reviewer
Mar 12, 2024
Easy to use and competitively priced
Honestly, the product needs to continue the way it is, and I feel that everything will be fine. I haven't had any reasons to complain about the product. The product doesn’t offer MDM functionality under its current licensing model. In the future, I want the product to offer MDM. It can allow me to manage my mobile device more efficiently and effectively. Currently, there is a need for a separate license to be added to Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response to be able to use the MDM part. If both are bundled up under the same license, the administration part can be made easier.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"There are products that are technically stronger. However, this product has everything in one solution, which makes it a strong endpoint option."
"It's quite simple to use and user friendly."
"The most valuable features are the anti-ransomware engine, deep learning, web filtering, and the cloud manageability."
"Malware protection and application blocking are absolutely great. The DLP and malware features are very helpful. It is also very user-friendly, reliable, and scalable. It is easy to set up. We are also happy with its price and support."
"Synchronization with the firewall is most valuable."
"It is one of the best in terms of technicality."
"Scalability is good."
"I find the security heartbeat feature with synchronized security very useful. It's a very nice feature that allows you to basically switch off an endpoint. When an endpoint has got a virus or something like that, or it's infected or compromised, you can isolate it from the network, but only if you've got an XG Firewall as well. It also provides ease of use. It is the only antivirus that can recognize 25 out of the 36 ransomware and virus techniques that have been often used in terms of the behavior base using heuristics. It's beautiful, utterly amazing. No other antivirus can do that."
"The solution is stable."
"The solution can scale well."
"A great feature of this solution is that it is very well-integrated with antivirus software. Other ADR solutions are implemented as single technologies and are not integrated with the provider, but Symantec offers AV plus ADR."
"The most valuable features of this product include network isolation for machines and the ability to work with a consistent and defined set of virtual machines."
"It is very simple to use."
"The solution is scalable."
"The solution does all that we expect it to do."
"The security is good."
 

Cons

"This product does not handle USB drives well."
"Sophos Intercept X doesn't have its own firewall that utilizes the Windows Firewall or intrusion prevention."
"Intercept X needs more reporting and device management features, so I can get messages from PCs that let me know if I need to do something with them."
"Needs more flexible reporting, particularly for medium to large size companies."
"When I use a proxy, I can bypass Sophos, which is an area that needs improvement."
"Stability-wise, we had issues with some clients which had to be dealt with manually. The issue was with that installation part."
"It would be beneficial if you could expand support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 without charging an additional fee."
"They should keep doing what they're doing. Both of them have entered the EDR/MDR space, and they're keeping up with their competitors. I have a hard time understanding why their capabilities aren't garnering more attention."
"The interface has many issues."
"It should be easier to deploy Symantec's client for end-users."
"The solution can always be more stable and more secure."
"The product doesn’t offer MDM functionality under its current licensing model."
"While they are quite dynamic, they need to ensure they are detecting threats faster in the future to keep people safer."
"That's why I wouldn't recommend it for other systems. It works only with SAP clients. That's why I'm giving it a six. It would get higher if it worked on all networks without the help of SAP."
"The GUI could be better."
"The Symantec portfolio is not big enough to cover the organization in all 360 degrees."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of this solution is a little high compared to competitors because they do not have a proper pricing structure."
"Its cost is good."
"I am not sure about the cost. I would guess it to be between $50 to $60 per license. This would be the cost of the overall subscription. There is no additional fee."
"You can pay monthly, but most of our customers choose annual subscriptions because they are less expensive."
"Licensing is based on the number of users. They give a discount for editors who are considered as important members. From what I know, Sophos products are not expensive. If you have a license extension, you just need to contact the editor or partner to change the mode of licensing or extend the license to cover more people."
"The solution’s pricing is high."
"We have an annual subscription."
"The price of the product is okay, in my opinion. The tool's cost per user and per annum basis is around INR 700 to 800."
"It's a yearly subscription."
"The price is reasonable."
"The price is really high and it should be lower."
"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is expensive."
"It is an expensive solution."
"We have a yearly subscription, and the pricing is fair."
"We are satisfied with the pricing."
"The product is cheap."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
20%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Government
6%
Educational Organization
6%
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Retailer
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

How does Crodwstrike Falcon compare with Sophos Intercept X?
I like that Crowdstrike Falcon allows me to easily correlate data between my firewalls. Its detection and machine learning are very valuable features. Crowdstrike Falcon also successfully prevents ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos Intercept X?
The pricing is a little bit higher than that of other solutions.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?
I am not aware of the pricing details, as that falls under the management's responsibility.
What needs improvement with Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?
There are several areas where Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response can improve, including shell features, web control, asset management, and device control. Specifically, the application contro...
 

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