Microsoft Defender XDR is a comprehensive security solution designed to protect against threats in the Microsoft 365 environment.

| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Defender XDR | 5.3% |
| CrowdStrike Falcon | 11.0% |
| Wazuh | 8.8% |
| Other | 74.9% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Extended Detection and Response (XDR) | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Microsoft Defender XDR vs CrowdStrike Falcon | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Microsoft Defender XDR vs Trend Vision One | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Microsoft Defender XDR vs Wazuh | Dec 29, 2025 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CrowdStrike Falcon | 4.3 | 11.0% | 97% | 136 interviewsAdd to research |
| Microsoft Intune | 4.1 | N/A | 94% | 305 interviewsAdd to research |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 42 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 22 |
| Large Enterprise | 35 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 809 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 460 |
| Large Enterprise | 1216 |
It offers robust security measures, comprehensive threat detection capabilities, and an efficient incident response system. With seamless integration with other Microsoft products and a user-friendly interface, it simplifies security management tasks.
Users have found it effective in detecting and preventing various types of attacks, such as phishing attempts, malware infections, and data breaches.
Watch the Microsoft demo video here: Microsoft Defender XDR demo video.
Microsoft Defender XDR was previously known as Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Threat Protection, MS 365 Defender.
Accenture, Deloitte, ExxonMobil, General Electric, IBM, Johnson & Johnson and many others.
| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| House security operator at Cypress Creek Renewables | 4.0 | In my experience with Microsoft Defender XDR, I find its advanced threat hunting, effective threat detection, and integration with our systems valuable, though it could improve with a centralized interface. It significantly saves me time, enhancing overall productivity. |
| Business Development Executive at TechnoFirrm | 4.0 | I've used Microsoft Defender XDR for 2.5 years to protect end-user devices, finding it effective and user-friendly, though its automated responses are slow and scalability is limited under certain licenses, especially for SMBs. |
| Director, Sales at a tech vendor with 201-500 employees | 4.5 | As an MSSP, we manage Microsoft Defender XDR for clients, appreciating its integration, identity protection, and ROI. While automation could improve, it replaces legacy tools effectively. Support can be enhanced, but overall, it's our preferred choice. |
| Vice President, Information Technology at a construction company with 201-500 employees | 3.5 | Microsoft Defender XDR helps us proactively detect threats, simplifies incident management, and integrates well with our existing tools, though mobile access and collaboration could improve; overall, it provides essential oversight for our SEC-regulated financial advisory firm. |
| Manager, Information Technology at a consultancy with 1,001-5,000 employees | 4.0 | I've found Microsoft Defender XDR effective for endpoint management with centralized alerts, though fine-tuning incident prioritization and adapting to evolving features remain challenges; overall, it provides solid threat protection and earns an eight out of ten from me. |
| Information Security Analyst at a educational organization with 10,001+ employees | 4.5 | We use Microsoft Defender XDR on Windows systems for secure hybrid identities, offering real-time alerts and timelines. While excellent for Windows, Linux support needs improvement. The transition from a legacy antivirus shows significant ROI, especially in threat isolation efficiency. |
| Senior System Engineer at a sports company with 5,001-10,000 employees | 4.0 | We use Microsoft Defender XDR primarily for threat hunting via email and URL monitoring, finding the Email Explorer invaluable for detection. While backend speed needs improvement, transitioning from Mimecast and Cylance improved our security on Azure significantly. |
| Network Technician at T. Baker Smith, LLC | 4.5 | I've used Microsoft Defender XDR for five years as an intrusion protection tool, valuing its incident visibility, seamless setup, and integration with our ecosystem, which helped us prevent costly breaches and improved our overall security posture. |