BigID Next vs Varonis Platform comparison

BigID and Varonis are both solutions in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category. BigID is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.4, while Varonis is ranked #9 with an average rating of 8.4. BigID holds a 2.4% mindshare in DLP, compared to Varonis’s 4.3% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of BigID users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Varonis users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 22, 2026

BigID Next and Varonis Platform are leading solutions in the data governance space. BigID may have the upper hand with its customizability and AI-driven features, while Varonis excels in user behavior and threat detection analytics.

Features: BigID Next is known for its user-friendly interface, robust data discovery, and classification capabilities, especially for unstructured data. Its AI-driven features enhance customizability and integration across platforms. Varonis Platform shines in data access governance and monitoring, with efficient tracking and classifying of sensitive data. Its comprehensive reporting system and user behavior analytics are highly valuable for gaining insights into data access patterns.

Room for Improvement: BigID Next needs improvements in viewing capabilities and security features. Users call for more classifiers and better automation. The user interface and support for Kerberos authentication also need enhancements. Varonis Platform could benefit from a full cloud transition and simpler interface and licensing models. Users also suggest improving integration with third-party solutions and faster data scanning.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: BigID Next supports diverse deployment models, including private, public, hybrid clouds, and on-premises, offering flexibility. Its technical support is responsive, although tiered support may delay resolutions. Varonis Platform, mainly on-premises and public cloud, provides excellent support, praised for its availability and responsiveness.

Pricing and ROI: BigID Next, while expensive, offers a modular pricing model, providing flexibility for organizations with extensive data management needs. It offers robust ROI by aiding compliance, though it may be less suitable for smaller businesses. Varonis Platform is also costly, aligning with its quality features and compliance benefits, offering good ROI through data management and regulatory compliance despite being prohibitive for limited budgets.

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Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Cloudflare One is 2.0%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of BigID Next is 2.4%, down from 4.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Varonis Platform is 4.3%, down from 7.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Varonis Platform	4.3%
BigID Next	2.4%
Cloudflare One	2.0%
Other	91.3%

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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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Aniruddha Nath

Senior Security Consultant at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

Data discovery has transformed compliance workflows and automation now speeds up requests and remediation

The best feature that BigID offers is data discovery and classification, which is the most powerful engine. It allows connecting to many different data sources, ranging from cloud to on-premises to structured to unstructured data. If there is no connector available, you can build your own classifiers as well. Regarding the custom classifier option, you can build custom classifiers using regular expressions, and I have done that if you know how to create regular expressions. Custom connectors are something you create to connect to a database where the connector is not available. BigID has positively impacted my organization as it's a very powerful tool, especially with the increasing regulatory compliances for different countries such as GDPR, CCPA, and India's recent DPDPA act. Having these tools in place greatly helps organizations avoid any penal charges for not being compliant with the regulatory compliances. For example, regarding compliance or reduced risks for my clients, the DSAR process I was talking about allows organizations to respond quickly to user data deletion requests under GDPR law, which traditionally has a 30-day or 60-day timeline. In larger organizations, when the number of requests is high, it becomes tedious. However, using DSAR automation with BigID, it's almost instantaneous; instead of 30 days, you can respond in just one day to what users have requested.

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TarunKumar11

Global Leadership Council at a tech company with 10,001+ employees

Data governance has strengthened and automation now reduces risk and manual compliance work

Varonis Platform offers key features including data discovery, data classification, data analysis, governance, user and entity behavior analysis, also known as UEBA, which helps in ransomware detection, insider threat detection, and compliance reporting. It does a lot of automation from a remediation standpoint, as well as investigation and forensics. The number one feature that makes the biggest difference for my clients is visibility into unstructured data; that is the most difficult for organizations to achieve. They do not have a good understanding of where sensitive data resides, who has access to this data, whether this access is appropriate, and how data is being used. Varonis Platform provides visibility, governance, threat detection, and automated remediation around data. Varonis Platform is a great data discovery platform that provides visibility into sensitive data estimates and how it is being used. Clients have been able to reduce excessive permissions, strengthen their compliance posture, detect insider threats, and ransomware activity, which would otherwise be difficult and manual. Varonis Platform is deployed in my clients' organizations in a combination of all types. Many clients use Varonis Platform in a largely SaaS-based model since it is a data security platform consumed in this way, and many organizations still operate hybrid environments. As far as Varonis Platform is in a position to get the data source and identify systems, it can discover and classify more secure data. Deployment in most of our clients is cloud-based, connecting to Microsoft 365, AWS, or other SaaS applications such as Salesforce. In other environments, it is a hybrid deployment with SaaS and on-premises, including file servers, NAS devices, and AD servers.

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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

"It's the endpoint exposition. We don't need to expose our VPN server to the internet and need a zero-test solution. I can apply some conditional access to the endpoint that's connecting to our network to check their security policies or the security condition of their workstation. Once the workstation is trying to connect to my internal network, then I would like to check the discrete condition of these endpoints that are trying to access my internal network. We created some conditional access. We have CrowdStrike, to check if the CrowdStrike is installed, to check if it's updated, and to check for Windows updates. We created some conditional policies to check it."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform removes the risk of exposing the applications to the public."

"The blocking feature is very good."

"Cloudflare Access is part of the Zero Trust philosophy."

"Clover is the best product globally."

"The solution has different options that can be used to differentiate DDoS attacks."

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

"The capabilities of the software are strong enough for me to do what it's supposed to do. For me, we don't need to do a lot of configuration on our site. We just enable it and monitor it."

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"BigID offers different scan types for data discovery. The most powerful one is the full scan, which scans both data and metadata. However, the metadata scan is faster in comparison."

"The most valuable feature of BigID is its large number of classifiers, which allow us to scan for specific data such as SSN numbers."

"The features that I have found most valuable are the user experience, the credentialing, and that BigID is user friendly. Additionally, you can deploy to several other Microsoft platforms and you can use it for other things, like a bigger element or a report."

"Data classification is highly effective due to its automatic capabilities."

"One of the most valuable things in a data-focused world is a tool, a technology that's data-centric, not trying to master data management or whatever else. It's a source of truth for what data an organization holds, giving it the ability to catalog, categorize, and understand its data."

"Although I was serving the client rather than my own organization, BigID has made scans faster and more efficient, and the DSR results are much more accurate."

"BigID is more advanced than Microsoft Purview when it comes to machine learning and AI development tools."

"BigID integrates well with our other products."

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"The 24/7 support is the most valuable feature, and they have been able to answer support questions pretty quickly."

"It can easily identify unusual behavior or access patterns that may pose a potential threat, while operating as a unified reporting system."

"Varonis offers robust data access governance, allowing us to understand which sensitive data exists and who has access to it."

"This solution informs us about who's moving data, whether accidentally or on purpose."

"Varonis Platform has definitely reduced the risk of data breaches at many client sites and has definitely lowered manual effort; manual effort has decreased by seventy percent due to automating data classification and permission reviews."

"On the Varonis side, technical support is phenomenal. Their ability to explain is very good, and they seem to be very knowledgeable. When I get an alert that doesn't quite make sense, they dive in there and kind of take me through it. That's very useful and very good. There are some false alerts, but it is better to have a false alert than no alert at all."

"I also appreciate the reporting feature, which allows for the extraction of various reports based on specific needs. These reports can be used for audit purposes, such as tracking changes in file locations or deletions."

"The most important feature is remediation. In remediation support, there is no group permission. We'll go ahead and remediate the access from the Dell folder to the parent folder."

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Cons

"The tool should provide on-premise versions. Currently, all versions are cloud-based."

"Feedback could be enhanced."

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

"The response time for support must be reduced."

"They don't have a person to provide support for customers using the solution under their free plan."

"Cloudflare One is not very powerful, but for what we require, it is basic and sufficient."

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

"There are premium tier live service and lower tier live service, so we opted for the lower tier. But there is no medium tier where we pay a little extra and get a bit more service. So if that can be improved."

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"The tool currently lacks security features."

"BigID needs improvement in terms of automation."

"More classifications about different states are needed"

"BigID is expensive. I prefer McAfee."

"Some users find catalog navigation challenging due to the lack of a search-by-column feature, which makes it difficult to locate specific data quickly."

"BigID's user interface was problematic as it was not very user-friendly, though I believe it improved over time."

"There are some shortcomings when it comes to Calvirus authentication, which is not yet supported by BigID."

"BigID is making some forays into the GRC space, and that's a natural progression. I'd like to see that improve so that data governance is better, data risk is identified, and the ability to control and mitigate it."

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"While Varonis Platform is powerful, the initial data scanning and indexing can take significant time in large environments."

"Varonis requires more access permissions for its core functions compared to competitors, which can be a concern for companies about data safety."

"For user-based reports, log on activity, and stuff like that, it doesn't seem to really be present like Log360."

"The potential areas of improvement I see for Varonis Platform are that it doesn't have a SIEM or SOAR console where you can see your incidents or a native style incident case management where you can see all your incidents and do the tracking of all those things."

"The troubleshooting capabilities could be improved. It has so many interconnected components."

"The product is very complicated."

"The licensing pricing model and module licensing can be complex for customers to understand."

"The remediation process can be improved. There will be no existing permission group for the McAfee channel domains. We can create a new permissions group for the required folder."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The prices are slightly expensive."

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

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

"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."

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

"The solution is not that expensive."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"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 pricing depends. If you have thousands of data sources to connect and manage, and you struggled with an MDM package in the past, you'll find BigID valuable and even cheap. But if you're a small business, it's probably not the right tool for you."

"The solution is expensive."

"The solution is not licensed per user but rather based on capacity. For instance, organizations with large amounts of data, such as 50 GB or more, are the ones that typically qualify for BigID."

"The product is expensive, but so are all competitor tools"

"I think that BigID's pricing is very reasonable."

"Varonis Platform wasn't certainly the cheapest solution."

"It's expensive, kind of, really expensive."

"I would rate the pricing an eight out of ten, with ten being the most expensive."

"Licensing is on an annual basis. Maintenance and renewal fees are separate. Varonis Datalert is quite expensive."

"The pricing is good. It neither expensive nor cheap. It is average."

"You could do a subscription, where you pay yearly, or you could purchase it outright. The licensing cost is based on the number of users on the system that you are monitoring."

"The platform is expensive. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

18%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

18%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Insurance Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Healthcare Company

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	12

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Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	11

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	15

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform?

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What needs improvement with BigID?

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What is your primary use case for BigID?

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What advice do you have for others considering BigID?

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What needs improvement with Varonis Platform?

Varonis Platform could be improved because when I used it, we had a significant issue related to the large volume of ...

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My main use case for Varonis Platform is to monitor access to sensitive data across file shares, Microsoft 365, and S...

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Varonis Platform receives a rating of seven out of ten. I chose seven out of ten because the user experience was easy...

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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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BigID Next offers advanced data discovery, classification, and governance tools, streamlining compliance with privacy laws while integrating seamlessly with Microsoft platforms.

BigID Next provides comprehensive data management through machine learning-enhanced capabilities, supporting data discovery and classification for both structured and unstructured data. By simplifying processes for GDPR and CCPA compliance, and facilitating data scanning and mapping across databases, it optimizes data management. Automation is central to its design, with solutions for DSAR requests, organizing data with security labels, and ensuring a holistic organizational data view. Improvements in navigation, bug fixes, and scan reliability remain essential, along with enhancing classifiers for broader region coverage.

What features does BigID Next offer?

User-Friendly Interface: Easily navigable for streamlined data operations.
Microsoft Integration: Seamless compatibility with Microsoft platforms.
Data Scanning Capabilities: Efficiently scans structured and unstructured data.
Data Classification and Discovery: Identifies and categorizes sensitive data.
Security Labels: Supports predefined and custom security labels.
Automation for PII Requests: Automates privacy request management.
Compliance Adherence: Aligns with GDPR and CCPA requirements.
Scheduling Scans: Facilitates planned data assessments.
Machine Learning: Enhances data mapping, auditing, and management.

What benefits should users look for?

Enhanced Compliance: Supports adherence to major privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA.
Data Mapping Efficiency: Improves data locating and classification.
Automation Features: Saves time with automated data request handling.
Comprehensive Integration: Works well with existing security tools.
Holistic Data View: Offers clear insights into data storage and use.

BigID Next is commonly implemented in industries needing robust data governance, such as finance and healthcare, where data privacy and compliance with regulations are critical. It aids in scanning and classifying extensive data volumes, helping businesses maintain regulatory compliance while managing data risks effectively.

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Varonis Platform enhances data security and governance with advanced analytics, identifying unusual access patterns and sensitive areas. Its centralized interface manages permissions across systems, offering essential capabilities for alerting and reporting.

Varonis Platform provides continuous data protection and monitoring by identifying and alerting on unauthorized data access. It offers comprehensive insights into file access and user activities, supporting data classification and simplifying compliance with tracking and monitoring capabilities. Integration with storage systems enables users to manage permissions and access effectively. Room for improvement includes cloud integration and simplifying its interface and calculation engine for ease of use. Challenges include on-premises dependency, licensing costs, and a need for enhanced DLP capabilities.

What are the primary features of Varonis Platform?

24/7 Technical Support: Ensures continuous assistance and issue resolution.
Advanced Analytics: Identifies unusual data access patterns for increased security.
Centralized Permission Management: Manages access permissions across systems.
Data Classification: Categorizes data to enhance protection measures.
Integration with Storage Systems: Simplifies compliance through tracking and monitoring.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Increased Security: Protects against unauthorized data access.
Compliance Simplification: Offers comprehensive tracking and monitoring to meet compliance standards.
Efficient Permission Management: Simplifies access controls across platforms.
Enhanced Alerting: Provides timely notifications of potential security breaches.

In finance, Varonis aids in safeguarding sensitive financial data, while in healthcare, it secures patient records. Legal industries utilize it for protecting client information, and retail sectors manage sensitive customer data. These industries benefit from Varonis' ability to prevent unauthorized access and streamline compliance.

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