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Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud vs Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Kaspersky Endpoint Security...
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
27th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
Ransomware Protection (9th)
Symantec Endpoint Detection...
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
30th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
30
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 Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is 0.5%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
 

Featured Reviews

AnikIslam - PeerSpot reviewer
Automatic update feature could be better and multi-layered protection capability needs enhancement
The platform's ability to update the database from my device and manage user profiles is quite effective. It also provides web threat protection by blocking unwanted websites. It provides multi-layered protection. Although it could be more efficient, it is sufficient for regular purposes. I would not recommend it based on my experience. I rate it a three out of ten.
YusufAhmed - PeerSpot reviewer
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

"Kaspersky has a Cloud Discovery feature. There is no template in Kaspersky. They provide a temporary risk assessment of the cloud services. For example, if we want to block public storage services like OneDrive or Google Drive, we need to specify each individually. The main difference is that Kaspersky's process takes more time because it requires individual input."
"The standout features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud include its cloud-based console and the simplicity of managing endpoints."
"In terms of software performance, it has been effective in providing good security."
"The most valuable component of the solution is the malware detection feature."
"We had the cloud suite of KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud, and its monitoring was fine."
"In Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud, anti-phishing and anti-malware are two very powerful aspects."
"The platform's ability to update the database from my device and manage user profiles is quite effective."
"Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a very good solution for endpoint protection."
"The most valuable features are that it is easy to connect and global settings are good."
"The solution is stable."
"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."
"The Detection vulnerability is very effective."
"The pricing is pretty reasonable."
"IPS and the user interface are good features."
"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 feature is that the same agent can act as the endpoint detection and response agent."
 

Cons

"Certain shortcomings in the anti-ransomware part of the solution need improvement. XDR and MDR, along with threat hunting, a big step in cybersecurity today, need improvement."
"The tool's update management can be better. In future releases, the addition of a DLP module would be valuable."
"The solution’s stability could be improved because we earlier faced an issue where the solution was not detecting file-less malware."
"One area where the product could be improved is in its delivery and installation process."
"Kaspersky doesn't provide local support."
"Kaspersky's cloud solution should be improved because the on-premises features are unavailable in the cloud."
"It requires specific expertise or certified professionals to deploy the product. There is a need to expand the offerings to various industries covering different-sized businesses."
"Its high CPU usage also slows down devices, particularly those with lower specifications like Core i3."
"The solution’s scalability and stability could be improved."
"It should be easier to deploy Symantec's client for end-users."
"The network forensics feature could be improved."
"The GUI could be better."
"It would be good if it can anticipate zero-day attacks. I don't know how it can be done and if it is even a feature of this product."
"The Symantec portfolio is not big enough to cover the organization in all 360 degrees."
"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response could improve the reporting. It is very difficult to create reports from the user interface."
"It would be beneficial to have more integration and compatibility with other platforms."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We had to pay an annual licensing fee for KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud."
"Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a cost-effective solution."
"The product is averagely priced."
"The platform is expensive."
"The solution is moderately priced and cannot be considered an expensive or cheap tool."
"The solution is reasonably priced."
"I find Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud more accessible in terms of pricing."
"The product’s price is flexible."
"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is expensive."
"We are satisfied with the pricing."
"It's a yearly subscription."
"Compared to the tools of competitors, Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is a cheaply priced product."
"The product is cheap."
"We have a yearly subscription, and the pricing is fair."
"The price is really high and it should be lower."
"Of late, because of the Broadcom purchase, its price has been increasing."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
19%
Computer Software Company
14%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Manufacturing Company
8%
University
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?
The product works perfectly to prevent malware in our organization.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?
The product is a bit expensive and requires extensive price negotiation with local vendors. Comparable to market pricing, good products generally have similar pricing levels.
What needs improvement with KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?
While the product provides a good level of protection, we need better support, especially in terms of being kept informed about new threats and specific configurations needed. The quality of suppor...
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...
 

Overview

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