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Intercept X Endpoint vs Symantec Endpoint Security comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Intercept X Endpoint
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
7th
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
102
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (6th), ZTNA (9th), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) (8th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (11th), Ransomware Protection (3rd)
Symantec Endpoint Security
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
8th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
141
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Intercept X Endpoint is 2.3%, down from 5.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security is 4.2%, down from 5.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
 

Q&A Highlights

UM
Aug 31, 2021
 

Featured Reviews

Khandokar Rabbi - PeerSpot reviewer
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.
PedroSoares - PeerSpot reviewer
Helps us block ports, like TCP and UDP, and we don't need to use Active Directory GPOs to block anything
One suggestion I have for both regular and mobile would be to collect all the information about installed software, such as versions, and give that information to the manager to help with software management. That would be a huge advantage for everyone who administers these tools. For example, EDR gives me some applications with a version linked to a CVE or a MITRE attack. That's really interesting, But we don't know about other software that is installed and that means we need to install and use other software on the workstation to collect that information. If Symantec could do that, it would help managers improve their security, as they would know all the software installed on each device. Because Symantec is already installed on a workstation, it would not be difficult for the agent to collect information about the software installed. It wouldn't need to do anything other than collect and share the information. That would be a huge advantage for the administrator. The more information we have about a device, the more secure we can make it. For example, there are types of software that can open a port that an attacker can use. If we know that such software is installed, we could just act before something happens. If Symantec could collect that software information, it would be amazing.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Intercept X helps with internal alerts, application access, and triggering support teams."
"It is very easy to set up and easy to use. It is also not resource-intensive."
"There are additional security features in Sophos Intercept X as well as proxy rules and settings that help us in minimizing the sites that our agents can go to, even after their work hours."
"This solution is easy to configure."
"It is easy to interact with, and its cost is also good."
"One of the best use cases involves synchronized security staff, which allows us to manage both the firewall and the anti-virus features from the cloud."
"This is really good because it's applicable to zero-day threats."
"The most valuable feature of Sophos Intercept X is a web filtering and URL sanity checks. Overall the solution is well balanced with all its features."
"The most valuable feature for our organization is the antivirus, as our staff is the target of zero-day malware and viruses."
"I have found the central control console the most valuable feature."
"It seems to be user-friendly. Our users seem to like it for the most part."
"The solution offers very good security features and is comparable to Sophos."
"The antivirus and antimalware features are good."
"Symantec End-User Endpoint Security is a stable solution."
"This solution has helped us because it is really useful for blocking all kinds of viruses."
"The solution is completely scalable."
 

Cons

"Deployment on cloud needs to be carried out manually."
"The security is good but the feature set is limited."
"The product defends very well on its own but could possibly use enhancement in giving users more controls."
"If Sophos Intercept allows users to restrict website access based on specific needs, such as streaming new videos for business purposes, we would prefer to use that."
"The pricing could be a bit lower to match the normal retail pricing."
"There should be a report including a flowchart or diagram. It will be useful to evaluate the software’s effectiveness."
"I'm not clear on what features need improvement. Everything is mostly fine."
"The choices offered for the on-premises and cloud-based platforms are the reverse of each other."
"Multi-domain policy options for exceptions and global blocks."
"The support from Symantec has been poor in my experience. They did not have the knowledge to help us with the issues we were facing."
"This solution is resource-heavy."
"It needs to die. In my opinion, Symantec was a really great security company, 10, 15 years ago. They went out, they bought all the great tools and then they never did anything with them. So they've just fallen behind and there's nothing that's going to work now to bring them back up the date that's going to regain user confidence."
"After selling this product, what we have observed is that the system gets slower, which is a major issue."
"The reporting could be improved."
"This solution needs better compatibility with services and applications."
"Any external device which is inserted into a computer should be subject to an auto-scan policy, to automatically scan it before accepting the device... They need to make it more user-friendly, so that when anyone puts in a USB stick it will be scanned, popping up any problems before it is used."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution requires an annual subscription."
"The price of this solution is a little high compared to competitors because they do not have a proper pricing structure."
"The pricing is actually quite reasonable."
"We were able to eliminate the ransomware using the one-month, full-featured trial license."
"There is a license required to use this solution."
"There is a yearly payment to be made. For each client, it costs around 15 dollars. There are no additional costs besides the licensing price we pay to use the solution."
"I find the pricing to be a little bit expensive, although it is acceptable, for now."
"You can pay monthly, but most of our customers choose annual subscriptions because they are less expensive."
"The price of Symantec End-User Endpoint Security is okay. When comparing the price of this solution is not expensive."
"Regarding the licensing, it was important negotiate a long contract to get a more attractive price, including advanced support in case of crisis."
"What we have paid for this product is good value for the work and the services that they are providing to us."
"Compared to other products and brands here in Mexico, the price is okay, somewhere in the middle. Our solution is unique in that it can adapt to a variety of pricing and licensing constraints considering we have the corporate, government, and academic mandates. The"
"When it comes to pricing, Sophos is preferrable to Symantec."
"The problem is Symantec is more expensive than other vendors."
"It provides a good solution at a good price."
"Symantec Endpoint Security is an expensive solution."
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Answers from the Community

UM
Aug 31, 2021
Aug 31, 2021
Having used both I'd go with something other than either of these two solutions. Both deep dive onto your local computers making them impossible to remove, Should the need arise you'll end up having to reimage equipment to fully remove the products. Bloated and they dig their hands into everything on the local machines. If these are your only two choices, then go with Sophos as it's a MUCH be...
2 out of 5 answers
reviewer1644681 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 20, 2021
I would recommend going with Sophos Intercept X Advance. Additionally if you invest in Sophos XG/XGS Firewall, you can avail the benfit of Sophos Synchronized Security wherein the Firewall and Intercept X Advanced share the threat intelligence and provide a comprehensive cover with single window management using Sophos Central.
EB
Aug 26, 2021
Hi @Mohamed Y Ahmed , @Cliff Matonda, @Jeevan Kumar and @Mostafa ​ , What would be your advice?​​
 

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
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Government
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos Intercept X?
The pricing is a little bit higher than that of other solutions.
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We use Symantec because we do not use MS Enterprise products, but in my opinion, Microsoft Defender is a superior solution. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a cloud-delivered endpoint security s...
What do you like most about Symantec End-User Endpoint Security?
Symantec have everything – documentation, videos, data sheets.
 

Also Known As

Sophos Intercept X
Symantec EPP, Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)
 

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Sample Customers

Flexible Systems
Audio Visual Dynamics, Red Deer Advocate, Asia Pacific Telecom Co. Ltd., Kibbutz Ein Gedi, and AMETEK, Inc.
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