Symantec Endpoint Security vs Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) comparison

Symantec Endpoint Security vs. Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS)

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Categories and Ranking

Symantec Endpoint Security

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

8th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

141

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Trellix Endpoint Security (...

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

22nd

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (17th)

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security is 4.2%, down from 5.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) is 1.6%, down from 2.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

Featured Reviews

PedroSoares

Senior Security Information Analyst at Modal Bank

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.

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Venugopal Potumudi

Senior Consultant at Tata Consultancy

Reliable with good independent modules and a straightforward setup

I'd rate the solution seven out of ten. Having used Trend Micro as well, I would rate Trend Micro higher. However, I would still choose this product as a second option. When we recommend a product, we would recommend something based on the fit of the product and customer requirements. We worked with Defender, we worked with Trend Micro, and we worked with McAfee. All of them almost overlap in multiple use cases. That said, we do see the customer IT strategy and where they're going, and they are adopting Azure more. We know there are certain limitations in their landscape where there may be some old legacy systems, and in that case, then we would either switch back to McAfee or Trend Micro instead of Defender.

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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

"The IPS function (with no firewall needed to be installed in the SEP client) is quite good."

"I like the intrusion prevention and Sonar features."

"This solution helps in that I can control quite a few computers from our central location, with ease."

"The solution can scale."

"The features I find the most valuable are the protection, the encryption, and the DLP."

"The most valuable features of Symantec Endpoint Security are endpoint protection, antivirus, firewall, and policy creation."

"The best thing about Symantec is its ability to control our endpoints from a single point. You can manage the antivirus definitions, upgrades, remote scanning, etc., from one console."

"The application and device control are valuable features, and the live update is another one. We have a schedule to check every four hours for the live update."

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"The extendability is great."

"We have a cloud-based instance, so we can deploy all our configurations through the cloud. That's the beauty of FireEye."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is its dashboard."

"The most valuable feature of this solution is its simplicity."

"It's a stable solution with good performance."

"It is easy to use, flexible, and stable. Because it is a cloud-based solution and it integrates all endpoints of the cloud, we can do an IOC-based search. It can search the entire enterprise and tell us the endpoints that are possibly compromised."

"The threat scanning is excellent. It uses predictive technology and I can utilize attack data to help us fine-tune our systems and network infrastructure. This protects us against current and future attacks."

"The most valuable features of McAfee MVISION Endpoint are advanced threat protection, web filtering, and removable storage devices in the DLP."

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Cons

"Every time an OS comes out, I have to upgrade the Symantec product. They don't know how to patch it. If they would produce a patch instead of uninstalling or installing over the current version and rebooting I'd be a lot happier with the product."

"Sometimes, when we are creating a new policy, some of the clients are not being updated with the latest policy."

"The solution's reporting could be improved."

"I would like to see a hybrid version of this solution that covers both in-house and cloud-based servers."

"Reporting in this solution needs improvement."

"The agent shouldn't use up so many resources at the endpoint when scanning and protecting."

"Overall, the price could be reduced."

"Need to improved orchestration for broken clients fixes."

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"If you have another endpoint product running on the same machine, you have to fine tune functions from FireEye to avoid performance and user experience issues."

"In some cases, the detection part was not accurate enough. We opened a few cases for the vendor to help us with some miscategorized findings on the endpoints. There were some false positive detections, and we had to work with the vendor to get them tested. We even had some incidents that were not detected. It was a black box type of solution for us."

"We would like to solution to offer better security."

"Endpoint resource utilization causes high levels of instability and that is something that needs improvement."

"McAfee MVISION Endpoint could improve by an overall simplification of the solution."

"The Linux support is very poor. I use base detection. Currently, they are providing malware protection and logon track features in Windows and Mac. These features aren't available in Linux. It will be helpful to extend these capabilities to Linux. We would also like assets grouping and device lock protection features, which are included in their roadmap."

"The product’s on-premise version is costly in terms of extra charges for SQL database and Windows server licenses."

"I would like to see more local integration for the applications that we use."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The problem is Symantec is more expensive than other vendors."

"The pricing was one of the factors that led us to choose this product."

"The EDR options are costlier than other products."

"When comparing this solution to others in the current market it is expensive."

"What we have paid for this product is good value for the work and the services that they are providing to us."

"Regarding the licensing, it was important negotiate a long contract to get a more attractive price, including advanced support in case of crisis."

"We receive a discounted price for this solution because we are a non-profit organization."

"Symantec Endpoint Security's pricing is okay. It is cheaper compared to other products."

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"Pricing for McAfee MVISION Endpoint is not very good, and I would rate its cost three out of five, though I won't be able to mention how much its actual price is."

"It is based on an annual subscription."

"I don't think there are any extra expenses besides its licensing costs."

"It was an annual fee. There was just one overall fee."

"Licensing fees are paid yearly."

"The pricing is mid-ranged and quite reasonable compared to other similar products."

"MVISION is intended as an enterprise product and it is priced like one. This solution is within the price range of competitors at the enterprise level."

"We are on an annual subscription for McAfee MVISION Endpoint. The cost for the license could be less expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Computer Software Company

15%

Government

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about Symantec End-User Endpoint Security?

Symantec have everything – documentation, videos, data sheets.

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Also Known As

Symantec EPP, Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)

McAfee MVISION Endpoint, Trellix Endpoint Security (HX)

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Overview

Symantec Endpoint Security is a robust and reliable product that provides complete protection against viruses, malware, Trojans, and malicious files. It offers application and device control, ease of use in deploying and updating, a central control console, stability, scalability, auto-discovery capabilities, patch management, endpoint detection and response capabilities, intrusion detection module.

The Symantec Global Intelligence Network (GIN) provides threat intelligence and detection across endpoints, email, and web traffic. It has helped organizations reduce downtime, increase productivity, and improve security posture. Symantec Endpoint Security is easy to use, has a flexible administration, and offers more value than expected.

Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) is a comprehensive solution designed to protect organizations from advanced cyber threats. With its advanced threat detection capabilities, ENS provides real-time visibility into endpoint activities, enabling proactive threat hunting and response.

It leverages machine learning algorithms to identify and block sophisticated malware, ransomware, and zero-day attacks. ENS also offers robust data loss prevention (DLP) features, preventing sensitive information from being leaked or stolen. With its centralized management console, ENS allows administrators to easily deploy, monitor, and manage security policies across all endpoints.

ENS provides seamless integration with existing security infrastructure, ensuring a layered defense approach. With Trellix ENS, organizations can enhance their security posture and safeguard their critical assets from evolving cyber threats.

Sample Customers

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

Tech Resources Limited, Globe Telecom, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation

Symantec Endpoint Security vs. Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS)