Sophos Email vs Trend Micro Email Security comparison

Sophos and TrendAI are both solutions in the Email Security category. Sophos is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.6, while TrendAI is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.6. Sophos holds a 2.0% mindshare in Email Security, compared to TrendAI’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Sophos users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of TrendAI users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Trend Micro Email Security and Sophos Email compete in the email security software category, each offering a range of protective features. Trend Micro seems to have the upper hand in terms of robust spam filtering and ease of administration, while Sophos is noted for AI integration and advanced filtration capabilities.

Features: Trend Micro Email Security excels in spam and phishing prevention, scanning email attachments for threats, and ensuring ease of administration. Its integration with sandboxing environments enhances its threat protection capabilities. Sophos Email focuses on advanced filtration, AI integration for email security, and offers robust sandboxing features.

Room for Improvement: Trend Micro could improve its phishing detection intelligence, simplify configurations, and expand its customization options while also addressing gaps in support responsiveness and high costs. Sophos Email could enhance filtering accuracy to reduce false positives and refine sandbox features, and it needs to work on its support for complex environments to better align with competitors.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Trend Micro Email Security offers flexible deployment options including hybrid, public, and on-premises setups, with a setup process that is generally straightforward, although support quality varies by region. Sophos Email provides similar deployment flexibility but faces challenges in initial setup and integration, though its technical support is often reliable.

Pricing and ROI: Trend Micro's pricing, generally higher, targets enterprise levels but offers significant ROI due to its reduced integration needs and comprehensive security features. Sophos Email offers a subscription model with flexible pricing options suitable for various sizes, viewed as more affordable and providing a reasonable ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed Sophos Email vs. Trend Micro Email Security Report (Updated: February 2026).

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Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Email Security category, the mindshare of Cloudflare One is 1.4%, down from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sophos Email is 2.0%, down from 2.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trend Micro Email Security is 1.8%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Email Security Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Trend Micro Email Security	1.8%
Sophos Email	2.0%
Cloudflare One	1.4%
Other	94.8%

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Featured Reviews

Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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Kalyan Chowdhury

Founder at Computech infosysetm

Stronger email and mobile security has protected users from ransomware and simplified management

Price is obviously a challenging part, and I think it is the biggest problem we have suffered from over the last two or three years due to a 7 to 8% hike per year, twice a year, which is why we have some renewals on Sophos Email, Sophos XDR, EDR, and the firewall, but due to price hike, they are unable to renew it. The price is going to be very high. It would be better if Sophos can provide a more flexible pricing model for different types of businesses. Price could be lower. The main competitor for Sophos in the market is Palo Alto, which has reduced their price by more than 35 to 40%, making it a very challenging part to sell this product. Palo Alto provides the same functionality for email security, which adds to the challenge because the price is going very high.

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AsadAli

SOC Team Lead at a security firm with 51-200 employees

Centralized protection has transformed email security and incident investigations by reducing false positives and improving behavioral threat detection

The challenges include the challenge of finalizing a product that has all the security features or capabilities that are usually required. For example, if there is an EDR platform that's just monitoring IDS signatures, it won't be as beneficial as one with behavioral monitoring and other critical aspects required according to the best practices of the industry. Additionally, if there is a product that can provide a centralized view Trend Vision One does, it really grabs the customer's interest because customers usually don't have to buy separate EDR, XDR, or SIEM solutions or a console for their SOC analyst or email security team. These challenges consist of managing multiple teams and products. Trend Micro Email Security comes in and solves these problems.Trend Micro Email Security is generally a bit more difficult to implement compared to the rest of the solutions such as network security modules or EDR modules, which are much easier. Trend Micro Email Security has some complexities in implementation, but there aren't any significant shortcomings that require Trend Micro to improve.

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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

"Cloudflare DDoS mitigates DDoS attacks."

"For Cloudflare Access, I am using the free plan...The most valuable feature is their protection."

"The best feature is rate limiting. If I'm expecting 500 visits per hour, Cloudflare will limit the requests if I suddenly get 50,000."

"I'm very satisfied with the environment and the dashboard."

"Enables me to work from two locations."

"It will take the blow rather than our applications should an attack occur."

"The tool also offers good scalability, and the dashboard, along with real-time analytics, is very good."

"It is a stable solution."

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"Sophos Email provides both inbound and outbound filtering."

"The platform is scalable when installed on server-based systems."

"I have found Sophos Email to be scalable."

"I cannot guarantee any email by its name. It can be spam. Sophos Email helps to double-check whether an email is spam or not. It has a dashboard which gives an overview of the alerts."

"Sophos Email is a stable solution."

"The solution's identity proxy feature is very good and reliable."

"Sophos already has Sandbox, and if any issues are identified, Sophos blocks that particular mail and site instantly, which is why customers are very happy and safe from other attacks."

"The tool's most valuable feature is the anti-spam detection filter. Its threat email intelligence features help to identify email data."

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"Since implementing it, we've seen a significant improvement in security. We no longer receive spam emails, and we're protected from various cyberattacks, including ransomware and social engineering."

"The tool provides a strong defense against attacks. It is also easy to use. Trend Micro Email Security's integration capabilities are great."

"I find the anti-phishing and anti-spam features most valuable because they reduce false positives and enhance security."

"Trend Micro has inter-domain security features that solutions from other vendors like Forcepoint lack."

"The solution's most valuable feature is ATP (Advanced Threat Protection), which utilizes the machine learning algorithm."

"The most valuable features of this solution are the antivirus, antispam, and integration with cloud services. This is a multifunctional solution."

"We were able to reduce the time by 30% in terms of detection and response around 40%."

"Some people can hack our system by sending emails from our domain to our domain. This is blocked completely by Trend Micro."

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Cons

"Feedback could be enhanced. While I work efficiently with Clover as a partner in Mexico City, sometimes the information and requests are easier to manage with more concrete solutions."

"When there are any dynamic changes in complex applications, the tool takes a lot of time, making its analytics-related area a major matter of concern where improvements are needed."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform needs to improve its documentation. It took time to do the implementation."

"Our customers no longer use Cloudflare because its service is subpar."

"The initial onboarding was causing us some confusion."

"From a logging perspective, it is still a bit difficult to see exactly what users are being blocked with the current views."

"Operating and tuning the product is difficult."

"For the topic of improvement, providing some training material is one of my suggestions."

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"However, the setup was tricky, particularly with the DNS routing between Microsoft Exchange Online and Sophos cloud services. It took me about four attempts to get it working correctly. Despite that, Sophos Email does everything we need, so we don't require any additional capabilities now."

"The product could include all the essential features and capabilities, similar to the on-premise, server-based version."

"Lacks visibility into spam emails."

"Sophos Email could improve DLP features."

"There have been some issues with compatibility and effectiveness, particularly when integrating it with our firewall. The main challenge has been email protection, especially due to compatibility issues and difficulties with log access and email relay configuration."

"Price is obviously a challenging part, and I think it is the biggest problem we have suffered from over the last two or three years due to a 7 to 8% hike per year, twice a year, which is why we have some renewals on Sophos Email, Sophos XDR, EDR, and the firewall, but due to price hike, they are unable to renew it."

"Sophos Email can improve mail security."

"The tool's pricing is expensive. In its future release, the tool should make reporting easier to view."

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"There is room for improvement in mobile device management. The company also needs to work on pricing because it is quite costly compared to other products."

"What I dislike is that I cannot change the spam score. The only changes available are low, very low, and high."

"There is a limitation when customers are using their email from a third-party solution that isn't from Trend Micro."

"There needs to be more documentation for the product."

"Sometimes malicious email gets past the email gateway."

"The enterprise security feature needs improvement."

"The solution's configuration policy should be easier."

"There is room for improvement in threat detection, especially for advanced attacks and business email compromise."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"The solution is not that expensive."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"It falls somewhere in the middle—it's not excessively expensive nor very cheap."

"Sophos Email is neither cheap nor expensive."

"Most of our clients are on a perpetual license. If there is a budget issue, they can choose a subscription. However, most of the clients choose the perpetual license."

"The pricing could improve by having additional discounts. For example, when customers buy have more than 50 or more users, there should be additional discounts."

"Licensing is paid on a yearly basis."

"The pricing is fair."

"The product is cheaper compared to other solutions."

"I would rate the pricing of Sophos Email as a six. It is considered affordable as a standalone product, and there are no additional costs besides licensing. The pricing is fixed."

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"The solution is inexpensive so we recommend it to small to mid-sized businesses."

"Price-wise, it is a cheap solution. I rate the solution's pricing a one on a scale of one to ten, where ten is expensive. Annual payments are made for the licensing."

"Trend Micro Email Security is not an expensive solution."

"The cost is about $6,000 for 300 users for one year."

"The price of Trend Micro Email Security is annual. There are no additional fees."

"Trend Micro Email Security's pricing is reasonable."

"The price is more accessible compared to some other solutions, like FortiMail. It offers excellent value for the price."

"The tool must improve its pricing."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	10

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	5

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	23
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	8

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What do you like most about Sophos Email?

The solution's identity proxy feature is very good and reliable.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos Email?

Regarding Sophos Email pricing, I would rate it between six or seven out of ten.

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What needs improvement with Sophos Email?

Price is obviously a challenging part, and I think it is the biggest problem we have suffered from over the last two ...

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What do you like most about Trend Micro Email Security?

The tool provides a strong defense against attacks. It is also easy to use. Trend Micro Email Security's integration ...

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What needs improvement with Trend Micro Email Security?

Trend Micro Email Security reduces noise from false positives by deploying the solution in staging mode or learning m...

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What advice do you have for others considering Trend Micro Email Security?

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Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

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Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

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Sophos Email is a comprehensive email security solution designed to protect organizations from advanced threats and data loss. It offers robust protection against malware, phishing attacks, and spam, ensuring that only legitimate emails reach users' inboxes.

With advanced threat intelligence and machine learning algorithms, it can detect and block sophisticated attacks in real-time. Additionally, it provides encryption and data loss prevention capabilities to safeguard sensitive information.

The solution is easy to deploy and manage, with a user-friendly interface and centralized control. Sophos Email offers seamless integration with popular email platforms, ensuring uninterrupted communication while maintaining security.

With its comprehensive features and proactive approach, Sophos Email is a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance their email security.

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Trend Micro Email Security is a comprehensive solution designed to protect organizations from email-based threats. With advanced threat intelligence and machine learning algorithms, it provides real-time protection against spam, phishing, malware, and other email-borne attacks.

This product offers multi-layered security, including content filtering, URL reputation analysis, and attachment scanning, ensuring that malicious emails are blocked before they reach the users' inbox. It also includes data loss prevention capabilities, preventing sensitive information from being leaked via email.

Trend Micro Email Security is easy to deploy and manage, with a centralized management console that allows administrators to set policies, monitor email traffic, and generate reports.

With its robust security features and user-friendly interface, this product is an essential tool for organizations looking to safeguard their email communications.

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