Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs Microsoft Defender XDR comparison

Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs. Microsoft Defender XDR

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Categories and Ranking

Bitdefender GravityZone Ext...

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

39th

Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

26th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Detection and Response (NDR) (19th)

Microsoft Defender XDR

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

5th

Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

106

Ranking in other categories

Microsoft Security Suite (5th)

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2025, in the Extended Detection and Response (XDR) category, the mindshare of Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) is 0.8%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Defender XDR is 5.3%, down from 7.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Microsoft Defender XDR	5.3%
Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR)	0.8%
Other	93.9%

Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

Featured Reviews

STEPHANE BERGERAT

Technical Director at CINETIC IT

Integration with security operations centers improves risk analytics but technical support could use enhancement

Detection and response is a disadvantage that could be improved. It could be improved by the technical teams of Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR). I think the detection and response could be better because the technical team operates detection and response, which is automatic and included in the price. Cloud console could be added as a feature. There is currently no cloud console. They could add this on-premise console to Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR).

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Kunle Oluwadiya

House security operator at Cypress Creek Renewables

Advanced threat hunting saves significant time in tracking and responding to incidents

Microsoft Defender XDR could be improved with a lower price. My main suggestion would essentially be what Copilot is providing, which is a single pane of glass, so I don't have to go to different windows. That's just a workflow consideration for me. It would be great to have all the information centralized into one particular data app. If I need to open up extra ones, I can, however, I would appreciate a future where everything I need is right there on one single pane of glass. Beyond that, there's really nothing else I see that I would want Microsoft 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

"The best thing about Bitdefender is that it has got top-notch features and it is not tied to specific countries like some other antivirus tools."

"The quarantine computer functionality is very good for me."

"The product is easy to use."

"I find Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus to be a pretty good solution for the mid-level market, specifically for organizations with up to two hundred fifty users. I like that it is an averagely priced solution. It also has a straightforward installation that can be completed within three to five minutes. Its technical support is also good enough."

"The threat detection rates are exceptionally good, better than most of the competition."

"The solution has best-in-breed technology and scores very highly on efficacy rates."

"The best features in the product, as a reseller, are the integrated SOC; integration with a SOC is one of the advantages."

"Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus is highly stable."

"The integration with other Microsoft solutions is the most valuable feature."

"I like that it's fully integrated with Windows, Microsoft 365 Exchange Online, and Outlook. It is better than other antivirus solutions because it's fully integrated with all Microsoft products. It's easy to integrate them and onboard all Windows devices from SCCM."

"The most valuable features of Microsoft 365 Defender are the combination of all the capabilities and centralized management."

"Microsoft Defender is stable."

"It has been great for us. Previously, we didn't have a solution to protect us, especially from malware, whereas now, we are getting protection up front, especially from the malware attacks coming through emails or endpoints."

"Another noteworthy feature that I find appealing in Microsoft Defender is the credit-backed simulation. This feature enables organizations to train their users on effectively responding to phishing emails through a simulated training environment."

"The 'Incidents and Alerts' tab is a valuable feature where we can find triggered alerts."

"From an attack chain perspective, Defender XDR handles phishing and spam emails easily, while Defender for Endpoint manages endpoints effectively. We've drastically improved our user experience."

More Microsoft Defender XDR pros

Cons

"I would like automatic issue fixing for users without needing to physically open the PC. I'd prefer updates and fixes from the cloud to avoid headaches and save time."

"The solution seems to be pretty amateur for an EDR solution, and it should be more in sync in terms of features, with solutions such as FireEye and SentinelOne."

"Adding a feature like Data Loss Prevention would be beneficial."

"Detection and response is a disadvantage that could be improved."

"The solution must improve its management features."

"Some customers would like additional features that aren't available through the current GravityZone platform. Some feedback has been about the deletion of other software not going smoothly during the installation of Bitdefender, particularly the removal of previous software like Sophos."

"Some customers would like additional features that aren't available through the current GravityZone platform."

"The documentation on their website is somewhat outdated and doesn't show properly. I wanted to try a query in Microsoft Defender 365. When I opened the related documentation from the security blog on the Microsoft website, the figures were not showing. It was difficult to understand the article without having the figures. The figures were there in the article, but they were not getting loaded, which made the article obsolete."

"It would be beneficial to reduce the number of clicks required to navigate between blades, as the current navigation and breadcrumb system can be a bit confusing. Some inconsistencies exist between blades, which could be improved for a more seamless user and UI experience."

"Microsoft Defender XDR could be improved in terms of speed, especially backend speed."

"The only issue I've had is, when it comes to deployment, the steps I must take around policy setup. That is challenging."

"The AI could be improved. As an analyst, I want to be able to interact more with AI. The AI simply sends summaries. I can't ask it, for example, if it has seen any suspicious activity with device two. I have to go and check device two for myself."

"The advanced threat-hunting capabilities are phenomenal, and the security copilot enhances that, but some data elements could be better or have more context inside of the advanced tables themselves. The schemas feel a little limited to what they're building into the product. It's probably just a maturity thing. I imagine we'll see the features I want in the next year."

"I personally have not seen much evidence of how Defender can enhance the story of zero trust for enterprises."

"Defender XDR could provide recommendations for threat-hunting queries. Some people do not know how to write an advanced threat query, so we need to spend time training them."

More Microsoft Defender XDR cons

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus is pretty average, meaning it's not cheaper, but it's pretty good. It has average pricing."

"We have purchased licenses for the use of Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus. The price of the solution is reasonable but could be better."

"Microsoft Defender XDR is included in our license."

"It has consistently offered highly appealing academic pricing, with distinct rates for higher education and general educational purposes."

"Microsoft 365 Defender offers competitive pricing."

"The most valuable licensing option is expensive, so pricing could be improved. Licensing options for this solution also need to be consolidated, because they frequently change."

"They have moved from a licensing model to pay-per-use... The question is: What happens if, for any reason, there's not enough budget to accept this model? That could be a great problem."

"The licensing fee for Microsoft 365 Defender is fair."

"Sometimes 365 Defender is expensive, but it can be moderate, depending on the organization's size and the license type. We're satisfied with the cost because it gives us a product that protects our entire environment with DLP. To compromise some cost, of course, we are to complete the most secure environment."

"The solutions price is fair for what they offer."

More Microsoft Defender XDR pricing and cost advice

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

14%

Educational Organization

Performing Arts

Computer Software Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Large Enterprise	1

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	47
Midsize Enterprise	25
Large Enterprise	38

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus?

It's a good price for the solution and for the customer.

What needs improvement with Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus?

What is your primary use case for Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus?

I work as a reseller for Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR). My clients are using the Endpoint Risk Analytics feature. I use Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection an...

What do you like most about Microsoft 365 Defender?

Microsoft Defender XDR provides strong identity protection with comprehensive insights into risky user behavior and potential indicators of compromise.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft 365 Defender?

My experience with pricing, setup, costs, and licensing of Microsoft Defender XDR is tied to our E5 subscription, which is very straightforward for us. We also purchase the uplift for our mobile us...

What needs improvement with Microsoft 365 Defender?

I am not aware of a mobile app that would be available for my team. With a single analyst, if she is ever away, it would be beneficial to have easier access. While she can use the web portal, the e...

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Also Known As

GravityZone Ultra Plus

Microsoft 365 Defender, Microsoft Threat Protection, MS 365 Defender

Overview

Bitdefender GravityZone XDR enhances network security via advanced threat detection, offers centralized incident response, and comprehensive endpoint protection. Users value the user-friendly interface, robust analytics, and streamlined management, significantly boosting organizational efficiency and productivity.

Bitdefender

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

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

Sample Customers

Archdiocese, Northstar, SeSa, W&W Informatik, Yamaha Motor Europe

Accenture, Deloitte, ExxonMobil, General Electric, IBM, Johnson & Johnson and many others.

Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs. Microsoft Defender XDR