We are using this solution for endpoint protection against intrusions, such as viruses.
Information Security Lead at vbl
Effective fast scanning, scales well, but lacking new features
Pros and Cons
- "One of the main features of this solution is the fast scanning capabilities."
- "I would like to see better-enhanced features, such as protection against ransomware and different types of malicious malware."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
One of the main features of this solution is the fast scanning capabilities.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see better-enhanced features, such as protection against ransomware and different types of malicious malware.
In an upcoming release, I would like to see DLP, encryption, and a VPN feature. There are a lot of other solutions coming out which claim they have all these features together.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for two years.
Buyer's Guide
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
November 2024
Learn what your peers think about Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: November 2024.
816,636 professionals have used our research since 2012.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have found the solution to be stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have over 3,000 users using the solution in my organization and the solution is scalable.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support has been great. When we log a ticket we receive a solution shortly after.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We were previously using Symantec.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was easy and not challenging.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The price of the solution is reasonable. It is less costly compared to competitors.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Kaspersky Endpoint Security a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Consultant Director at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
User-friendly with an easy setup and good stability
Pros and Cons
- "The initial setup is very simple."
- "It would be preferable if the product were more proactive and more modern in its approach to security and protection."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use the solution for endpoint security. It's just used to protect our equipment for the most part.
What is most valuable?
The security of the solution is very good. It helps us avoid viruses very effectively. We're quite concerned about this, and we take pains to ensure everything is protected.
The solution is very user-friendly and easy to use.
The initial setup is very simple.
The solution is stable.
What needs improvement?
We haven't had any issues so far, and therefore don't have any complaints.
It would be preferable if the product were more proactive and more modern in its approach to security and protection.
For how long have I used the solution?
We've been using this solution for about five years. It's been a while.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is very reliable and scalable. It doesn't crash or freeze. It's not buggy or glitchy. We've been pleased with its level of stability.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have about seven people using the solution. We're a very small company. We don't have much cause for large-scale expansion. What we are getting is what we need at this point.
How are customer service and technical support?
We haven't actually used technical support just yet. We haven't had a need to as we haven't faced any issues with the technology. The solution itself is very reliable.
How was the initial setup?
The solution is not complex to set up. It's very easy to implement. We didn't run into any problems with the process.
The deployment is fast. It only really takes about 15 minutes or so.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We deploy the solution annually.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We've been looking at similar solutions, such as CrowdStrike, as a next-generation antivirus or anti-malware.
What other advice do I have?
We're dealers of Kaspersky. We're resellers. However, we're also customers. We mainly work with small companies.
I'm not sure of which version of the solution we're using currently.
This solution is a good tool for small companies, at this point I can say that. For bigger companies, it may be better to look at cloud solutions, such as CrowdStrike, for instance.
Overall, I would rate the solution at an eight out of ten. It's easy to use and offers good protection.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Reseller
Buyer's Guide
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
November 2024
Learn what your peers think about Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: November 2024.
816,636 professionals have used our research since 2012.
Information Security Director at a financial services firm
We have not encountered any issues with stability or scalability during our usage
Pros and Cons
- "It has many features, like deploying a package to many clients, an MDM solution, etc."
- "They can improve the zero-day exploit to be more effective."
How has it helped my organization?
We mostly use the product as an antivirus solution. With Kaspersky Security Network (KSN), we are protected against most new threats.
What is most valuable?
Beside being an antivirus solution, it is an endpoint solution. Therefore, it has many features, like deploying a package to many clients, an MDM solution, etc.
What needs improvement?
They can improve the zero-day exploit to be more effective.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using this product for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
For five years, we have not had any stability issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
For five years, we have not had any scalability issues.
How are customer service and technical support?
Support is actually quick. They try to find the solution fast and comfort you when a problem arises.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
No, we did not use another solution before.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was simple. After the setup, you also need to configure rules based on your company needs.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The licensing is based per agent. You can get discounts if you have more agents.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evaluate NOD32, Symantec, and McAfee along with this product.
What other advice do I have?
If they need more than an antivirus solution (like MDM and package deployment), they can still consider the product.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
CEO at Haniya Technologies
It is very stable, and effective in combating spam, viruses, and Trojans
Pros and Cons
- "Center Management"
- "Data loss prevention (DLP) in email security."
What is most valuable?
- Antivirus engine
- Center Management
- Security Center
How has it helped my organization?
It is very stable, and effective in combating spam, viruses, Trojans, etc.
What needs improvement?
Data loss prevention (DLP) in email security.
For how long have I used the solution?
Nine years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
No issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
No issues.
How are customer service and technical support?
An eight out of 10 for technical support.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Yes, we used a different solution. We changed it because it went down in support and providing up-to-date information.
How was the initial setup?
It is a mixture of both. You must know some information about installing a client server application in a WAN environment. You can use the guide as well to deploy the product.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Pricing is very competitive and licensing is very much ethical.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Trend Micro, McAfee, and Sophos.
What other advice do I have?
Must have an up-to-date system and should have minimum a mid-size range server.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Partner.
Analista de Suporte Pleno at N1 Software e Servicos de Informatica
Beneficial encryption, good protection, and straightforward installation
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable features in Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business are protection and encryption. Additionally, the interface is good and it can be integrated with Windows, Linux, and Mac."
- "The solution could improve by having some integration with other vendors."
What is our primary use case?
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business is used for security.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features in Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business are protection and encryption. Additionally, the interface is good and it can be integrated with Windows, Linux, and Mac.
What needs improvement?
The solution could improve by having some integration with other vendors.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business for approximately two years.
How are customer service and support?
I have found the support to be good.
How was the initial setup?
The implementation is very simple.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Information Security Manager at a financial services firm with 501-1,000 employees
Allows us to easily secure our endpoint devices
Pros and Cons
- "The reporting feature is good. Also, the device control is good."
- "This solution used a lot of memory and GPU; it would be nice if this could be reduced."
What is our primary use case?
We use this solution to secure our endpoint devices.
With Kaspersky, we are licensed for 300 users. Eight technical engineers handle all maintenance-related issues.
What is most valuable?
The reporting feature is good. Also, the device control is good.
What needs improvement?
This solution used a lot of memory and GPU; it would be nice if this could be reduced.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Kaspersky Endpoint Security for roughly five years.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is easy.
What about the implementation team?
We installed this solution ourselves.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Licensing is on a yearly basis. We have a three-year license.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, on a scale from one to ten, I would give Kaspersky Endpoint Security a rating of eight.
I would absolutely recommend this solution to others.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Risk Management Specialist
Provides anti-spam, trojan/worm detection/prevention but CPU and memory usage need work
Pros and Cons
- "Antivirus, including anti-spam, trojan, and worm detection and prevention. Kaspersky has a comprehensive virus definition update which is very helpful for threat prevention."
- "The need to re-engineer the source code to reduce CPU and memory usage. Other areas for improvement include a data-loss prevention solution, enhanced application control, enhanced device control, an endpoint encryption solution, an advanced persistent threats (APT) solution, and an all-in-one solution with one pricing scheme for corporate and enterprise business needs."
What is our primary use case?
For preventing virus spreads in our networks (servers and PCs). In my experience, Kaspersky products have comprehensive and quick zero-day response for global and local (Indonesia) threats, including spam, Trojans, worms, etc.
My environment consists of 30 servers and 200 PCs and laptops with no USB and CD/DVD media restriction. Eighty percent of all clients have internet connection without any restriction policy.
How has it helped my organization?
Decreases IT threats, incidents from outside the environment as well as internal. Reduces cost and time when handling incidents, including mitigation, restore backup, recovery, reducing/preventing file/data error caused by the threat.
What is most valuable?
Antivirus, including anti-spam, trojan, and worm detection and prevention. Kaspersky has a comprehensive virus definition update which is very helpful for threat prevention.
What needs improvement?
The need to re-engineer the source code to reduce CPU and memory usage. Other areas for improvement include a data-loss prevention solution, enhanced application control, enhanced device control, an endpoint security encryption solution, an advanced persistent threats (APT) solution, and an all-in-one solution with one pricing scheme for corporate and enterprise business needs.
For how long have I used the solution?
One to three years.
What other advice do I have?
I rate it at seven out of 10. It would be an eight if they could decrease memory and CPU usage.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Network and Security Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Scalable, easy to use, and stable
Pros and Cons
- "The product is quite scalable."
- "The solution could be more secure. It's an aspect the company needs to be mindful of."
What is our primary use case?
The solution is primarily used in order to protect computers. It also helps you avoid issues online.
What is most valuable?
The solution has been very stable. The performance is good.
The product is quite scalable.
We use it at our enterprise, and it's been extremely beneficial.
We've found the product to be easy to use.
What needs improvement?
The solution could be more secure. It's an aspect the company needs to be mindful of.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution for around two years at this point.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable. There are no bugs or glitches. It's reliable. We don't deal with any types of crashing or freezing.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution can scale if you need it to. That's not a problem.
Right now, in our organization, about 25 people use it.
How are customer service and technical support?
We've never used technical support before. We've never had to call them. Therefore, I can't speak to how helpful or responsive they are.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
For an antivirus product, I used to use McAfee. However, I had some information stolen from my computer and therefore I had to change products. It didn't protect me very well.
How was the initial setup?
I did not handle the installation process. There's another team that manages that aspect of the solution. Therefore, I can't comment directly on how easy or difficult it was to implement.
There is a systems manager that handles any maintenance that may be required.
What about the implementation team?
We had a team that handled it internally.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
You do have to pay for a license. We pay a yearly licensing fee. I can't speak to the exact cost, however.
What other advice do I have?
I'm a customer and an end-user. I do not have a business relationship with Kaspersky.
I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We've mostly been quite please with its performance.
I'd recommend it to other users and organizations.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Public Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Buyer's Guide
Download our free Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Report and get advice and tips from experienced pros
sharing their opinions.
Updated: November 2024
Product Categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Endpoint Compliance Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)Popular Comparisons
CrowdStrike Falcon
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Cisco Secure Endpoint
SentinelOne Singularity Complete
Fortinet FortiClient
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks
Symantec Endpoint Security
Intercept X Endpoint
Trend Vision One Endpoint Security
Trellix Endpoint Security
ESET Endpoint Protection Platform
VMware Carbon Black Endpoint
Check Point Harmony Endpoint
Buyer's Guide
Download our free Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Report and get advice and tips from experienced pros
sharing their opinions.
Quick Links
Learn More: Questions:
- Which endpoint solution is more effective in terms of protection and remote administration: Sophos Intercept X or Kaspersky Endpoint Security?
- Which EPP solution to choose for a university: Seqrite Endpoint Security vs Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection vs Kaspersky Endpoint Security?
- What is the biggest difference between EPP and EDR products?
- Can Cylance be used with Symantec or Kaspersky endpoint solutions without conflict?
- When evaluating Endpoint Security, what aspect do you think is the most important to look for?
- What are the threats associated with using ‘bogus’ cybersecurity tools?
- Which Endpoint Protection Solution offers Zero Trust (ZTN) as a feature?
- What to choose: an endpoint antivirus, an EDR solution or both?
- Are you aware of SIEM platforms that integrate both Active Directory auditing and security monitoring tools?
- Which ransomware is the biggest threat in 2020?