Sangfor Endpoint Secure vs WatchGuard EPDR comparison

Sangfor and WatchGuard are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. Sangfor is ranked #27 with an average rating of 8.7, while WatchGuard is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.7. Sangfor holds a 0.8% mindshare in EDR, compared to WatchGuard’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Sangfor users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of WatchGuard users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Sangfor Endpoint Secure and WatchGuard EPDR are two prominent endpoint protection solutions. WatchGuard EPDR tends to be superior due to its comprehensive feature set and emphasis on automated responses.

Features: Users appreciate Sangfor Endpoint Secure for its robust threat detection, response capabilities, and competitive pricing. WatchGuard EPDR is praised for its advanced threat hunting, automated response features, and comprehensive customer service.

Room for Improvement: Users suggest Sangfor Endpoint Secure could improve its integration with other security tools, enhance reporting capabilities, and optimize resource usage. WatchGuard EPDR users recommend better performance in resource usage, more granular control over certain security policies, and improved integration with existing frameworks.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Sangfor Endpoint Secure is noted for its straightforward deployment process and responsive customer support. WatchGuard EPDR has positive feedback for ease of deployment and is particularly recognized for its comprehensive customer service.

Pricing and ROI: Sangfor Endpoint Secure users find the product to be competitively priced with speedy ROI. WatchGuard EPDR is perceived as more expensive but justified by its advanced feature set, leading to strong returns.

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.4%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sangfor Endpoint Secure is 0.8%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of WatchGuard EPDR is 1.8%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.4%
WatchGuard EPDR	1.8%
Sangfor Endpoint Secure	0.8%
Other	94.0%

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Featured Reviews

ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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Ovais Abbas

Coordinator Associate at National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases

Quick threat response and behavior analysis while enhancing network security

The main use case is usually related to security. It deals with attacks that come day-to-day such as zero-day attacks and APT attacks. Our main task is to secure the network infrastructure in the hospital where I work It facilitates the departments of IT and other departments to procure and…

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Norlia Jalani

Section Head, Information Technology at a transportation company with 201-500 employees

Using cloud-based console for software inventory management and email alerts

I have no idea if I use some automation functions. I can't find any disadvantages; maybe that is because many companies haven't used it. I would prefer to see some features such as AI in antivirus solutions. I appreciate reporting, but it could be better with monthly reporting or auto-generated monthly reports.

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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

"I generally believe that Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is probably the best in the market right now."

"The normal protection was really effective, and we detected situations that if we didn't have Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, it's highly likely that we would have been affected, but it protected the infrastructure."

"The positive impacts I see from Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks include a complete 360-degree view of our security posture altogether, being a uniform platform where we are ingesting logs from multiple resources."

"Implementing Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks has had a significant impact on my security analyst workload because it becomes much easier."

"Best solution for avoiding security breaches, malware attacks, and other kinds of security issues."

"Their XDR agent and their behavioral indicators of compromise (BIOC) are pretty nice. Their managed threat hunting is also pretty nice. They also have WildFire, which is a service for actively looking for malware. It's quite useful."

"The most valuable aspect of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks for me is its integration with AI detection, where we get to know the behavioral detection based on users, traffic patterns, and different services that we consume."

"The initial setup is pretty easy."

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"The most valuable feature I have found in the system is its comprehensive end-to-end protection."

"The tool's AI feature is helpful in endpoint security."

"The user-friendliness of Sangfor Endpoint Secure is particularly impressive. Even with basic technical knowledge, users can easily navigate the system, make changes, and implement updates."

"The real-time monitoring feature of Sangfor Endpoint Secure is truly real-time, with no delay compared to other solutions."

"What stands out to me is the dual-end user interface they provide."

"It has a quick response time, threat intelligence, cybersecurity features, quick report generation, behavior analysis, dynamic detection, and quarantine features."

"The tool's most valuable features are control access, endpoint security, and load balancing of ISPs."

"We use the product for network protection from any malicious threat."

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"The product so far has been good at protecting us. We haven't faced a breach."

"The most valuable part of Panda Adaptive Defense 360 is its overall effectiveness as a good and decent security solution, providing comprehensive security which improves protection for devices significantly."

"It prevents our users from circumventing security. Everything is password protected so they can't get into it. They can't uninstall it. They can't do anything."

"The most valuable features of Panda Security Adaptive Defense are the useful hardware information it provides, light on resources, controllable from the console, remote scan functionality, and the blocking of a lot of URL malware."

"The detection capabilities for malicious activities are effective."

"The dashboard management feature is valuable."

"The product's most valuable features are the zero-trust application service and its capability to detect threats and attacks."

"WatchGuard is commendable for its work on threats."

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Cons

"The solution could improve by providing better integration with their own products and others."

"Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR does not detect malicious activity like in other anti-virus solutions like Trend Micro and Windows with Cisco."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks could improve by adding a sandbox feature to better compete with their competitors which have it."

"They are charging for Network Traffic Analyzer (NTA) services, so if the per GB data could be provided at a certain level free of cost or at the same cost which the customer is taking for the entire bundle, that would be better."

"Cortex XDR is trickier to configure than other Palo Alto products. This is one area where we are not so satisfied."

"The main issue I could point out is the offline agents and the way that it is missing."

"Limited remote connection."

"I would like to see better protection, specifically to protect email applications."

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"When an issue occurs, the response time for first-level support and the time taken for meetings could be improved."

"There are a few areas for improvement. We have encountered licensing issues on occasion, and sometimes updates don't apply properly."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure should include healing capabilities."

"Sometimes, the VPN is not secure and doesn't work properly in Sangfor Endpoint Secure."

"I believe Sangfor Endpoint Secure could improve in terms of its user interface and management capabilities."

"It would be much more convenient if the migration tool could be installed directly on the customer's VMs, enabling a smoother migration process to the new infrastructure, with potential restrictions addressed accordingly."

"It is complicated to establish a tunnel due to technical issues in the VPN system."

"I face issues while migrating from Kaspersky to Sangfor Endpoint Secure."

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"The AV and scanning features could be a little bit better."

"The implementation was difficult."

"The software has performance issues due to its requirements on the processor."

"Improvements could be made in terms of how the reporting is structured."

"Panda Adaptive Defense 360 is not compatible with certain network devices like access points, switches, or routers, which would be an area for improvement."

"They need to expand their offering of add-ons to enhance capabilities further."

"They need to offer a clear dashboard so you can see everything everywhere all at once."

"For some urgent updates, I don't like the need for the tool to be frequently restarted."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I did PoCs on products called Cylance and CrowdStrike. Although, I consider these products and they were also good, when it come to cost and budgetary factors, Traps has been proven to be better than the other two products. It is quite cost-effective and delivers all the entire solution which we require."

"Cortex XDR is a costly solution."

"The pricing seems fair, and I do like the licensing model. You use wherever they are, and it is elastic."

"This is an expensive solution."

"When we first bought it, it was a bit expensive, but it was worth it. The licensing was straightforward."

"I don't like that they have different types of licenses."

"It's about $55 per license on a yearly basis."

"The tool's price is moderate."

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"Its "pay as you grow" model offers cost-effectiveness compared to major cloud providers."

"Price-wise, Sangfor Endpoint Secure can be considered a competitively priced product in the market as it offers quite low prices compared to other solutions."

"The solution is cheap. It is cheaper than other products by 15-20 percent."

"We were using Hyper-V. So, we switched to Sangfor because of the pricing."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure's pricing is cheap. I rate it seven out of ten."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure is not a cheap solution."

"The product is expensive compared to other vendors."

"The product is available at a high price."

"The licensing is subscription-based and priced well compared to other endpoint security solutions."

"The solution is priced well for what features it provides."

"Customers need to pay monthly licensing costs for Panda Security Adaptive Defense, which is not expensive."

"The licensing costs are not too high. We pay about 20 Euros a year. It's a reasonable amount to pay."

"The price of this solution depends on the number of licenses that you are purchasing."

"The solution's pricing is better compared to other products."

"There is a license needed to use this solution and it is approximately $30 annually."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

14%

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

Government

Comms Service Provider

13%

Computer Software Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Hospitality Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	44
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	47

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	3

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	2

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What is your primary use case for Sangfor Endpoint Secure?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for WatchGuard EPDR?

The price of the solution is okay. It's all right.

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What needs improvement with WatchGuard EPDR?

I would not be able to say what areas of WatchGuard EPDR have improved, as I do not work with the product myself so m...

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Comparisons

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Compared 14% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 3% of the time

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

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Panda Adaptive Defense 360

Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

Organizations use Sangfor Endpoint Secure for endpoint protection and security management, managing devices, servers, and networks against malicious threats. It also assists in blocking websites, managing infrastructure, applications, antivirus needs, and aids in migrating to cloud environments.

Sangfor Endpoint Secure offers end-to-end protection, incorporating file protection, AI detection, behavior analysis, access control, and ISP load balancing. It facilitates VM migration with minimal downtime and includes a dual-end user interface for creating firewall rules, uploading images, and configuring VM settings. Enhancements such as Hyper-V capabilities, policy certificates, honeypot features, and next-generation firewall integrations are available. However, Sangfor Endpoint Secure could improve on console management, reporting functionalities, public cloud migration support, navigation, VPN system issues, licensing, update management, transitioning processes, and incorporating healing capabilities.

What are its most important features?

Comprehensive end-to-end protection including file protection
AI detection and behavior analysis
Access control and ISP load balancing
Ease of VM migration with minimal downtime
Streamlined dual-end user interface for firewall rules and VM settings
Hyper-V capabilities and policy certificates
Honeypot feature for attack detection and RDP protection
Integration with next-generation firewalls

What benefits or ROI should users look for?

Enhanced device, server, and network security from malicious threats
Simplified migration from on-premises to cloud environments
User-friendly navigation and management capabilities
Advanced detection and behavior analysis reducing potential threats
Streamlined enforcement of robust security policies

Sangfor Endpoint Secure is implemented across various industries to ensure comprehensive security management and protection. IT departments leverage its VM migration capabilities for seamless transitions to cloud environments. Healthcare organizations use it to secure sensitive patient data, while educational institutions utilize it for safeguarding academic records and personal information. Financial services employ it to protect critical transactional data and adhere to stringent compliance requirements.

Sangfor

EDR for continuous monitoring that prevents the execution of unknown processes. Behavioral analysis and detection of IoAs (indicators of attack) scripts, macros, etc.
Automatic detection and response for targeted attacks and in-memory exploits. Endpoint protection capabilities such as URL filtering, device control and managed firewall.
Zero-Trust Application and Threat Hunting features delivered as managed services. Lightweight agent and easy-to-use Cloud-based console with detailed reporting.

WatchGuard

Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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Indra, Valea AB, Fineit, Aemcom, Data Solutions INC., Gloucestershire NHS, Golden Star Resources Ltd, Hispania Racing Team, Instituto Dos Museus e da ConserÊo, Escuelas Pias Provincia Emaus, Axiom Housing Association, Municipality of Bjuv, Lesedi Nuclear, Mullsj_ municipality, Eng. skolan Norr AB, Dalakraft AB, Peter Green Haulage Ltd

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