Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response comparison

Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs. Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.4%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) is 0.7%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is 0.7%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.4%
Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR)	0.7%
Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response	0.7%
Other	95.2%

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

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ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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reviewer2165952

Company Advisor

Automated protection has reduced our management time and keeps all client environments consistently secure

Reporting in Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) could be improved. It has some reporting in it, but it's a little cumbersome to work with, so the reporting that is there could be improved. The analytics dashboards of Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) are quite useful, and they are nice in that we can see an overview very quickly and drill down into specific issues or specific clients. The dashboards are quite good, though it would be nice if we had the same with automated reports. It would be much more useful for us to have that via email or having a report. The only downside that we find is that the product is a little bit slow.

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YusufAhmed

Information Security Specialist at IHV-Nigeria

Easy to use and competitively priced

Honestly, the product needs to continue the way it is, and I feel that everything will be fine. I haven't had any reasons to complain about the product. The product doesn’t offer MDM functionality under its current licensing model. In the future, I want the product to offer MDM. It can allow me to manage my mobile device more efficiently and effectively. Currently, there is a need for a separate license to be added to Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response to be able to use the MDM part. If both are bundled up under the same license, the administration part can be made easier.

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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

"I like the centralized console and the predictive analysis it does of malware. It is very stable and also scalable."

"The initial setup isn't too bad."

"After installing this solution, it identified, blocked, and provided the complete attack chain, which was very helpful."

"If the user leaves our premises or network, Palo Alto Traps will still be on that endpoint and will still apply our policies."

"The tool is designed to scale for large enterprises and handle large volumes of data."

"Best solution for avoiding security breaches, malware attacks, and other kinds of security issues."

"The tool's use cases are relevant to security."

"Their XDR agent and their behavioral indicators of compromise (BIOC) are pretty nice. Their managed threat hunting is also pretty nice. They also have WildFire, which is a service for actively looking for malware. It's quite useful."

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

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

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

"The product is easy to use."

"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."

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"I have had absolutely no problem with using this solution, it really works well."

"The Detection vulnerability is very effective."

"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is stable."

"The solution has great blocking features."

"There are times when Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response tags an executable as malicious when it is trying to get executed on the machine. In this case, it prevents the execution and it gives you a process view of things where you can look into what has happened and whether it is a genuine process trying to access some system activities, or it's a malicious one. Depending upon the process, it gives you a clear identification, and we can do the containment from the interface itself and isolate the machine from the network. The process review on network isolation is good."

"The solution does all that we expect it to do."

"The most valuable features of this product include network isolation for machines and the ability to work with a consistent and defined set of virtual machines."

"IPS and the user interface are good features."

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Cons

"Being able to filter the events to see those that are related to the actual alert would save time spent by the engineer."

"I recommend adding a data loss prevention (DLP) solution to Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks. The inclusion of this feature would allow the application of DLP policies alongside antivirus policies via a single agent and console, making it more competitive as other OEMs often offer DLP solutions as part of their antivirus products."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks could improve by offering remote management. It would be useful to look at the client's issue to fix it."

"The product's pricing needs improvement. They could provide more discounts. Additionally, the dashboard and control panel could be enhanced."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is a very good product, but financially, it is very expensive, so the company should look into that area."

"I don't like that they have different types of licenses. For example, if users select a license, they think they will have all the platforms they need to improve their network or security. But after some time, Palo Alto Networks changed their licensing, and some of the features that, for example, were free at the beginning now have a cost. I think the integration can be improved. For example, a lot of tools are just integrated through APIs."

"The solution needs better reports. I think they should let the customer go in and customize the reports."

"The solution should offer more dashboards and they should be better customized."

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

"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."

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

"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."

"Reporting in Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) could be improved."

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

"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."

"It is not possible to buy it from the company itself, or resellers in other countries. If it is available, I see that it is offered as part of a larger service. For me, this was not suitable."

"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response could improve the reporting. It is very difficult to create reports from the user interface."

"It would be beneficial to have more integration and compatibility with other platforms."

"Its UI could be more user-friendly."

"Reporting is a major issue, as it is not user friendly."

"They do need to minimize the number of agents installed on a server."

"Technical support is not as good as we expect, and resolving problems should be more timely."

"The interface has many issues."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I don't recall what the cost was, but it wasn't really that expensive."

"The solution has one subscription for endpoint protection and one subscription for detection and response. The two licenses combined give you the BRO version."

"When we first bought it, it was a bit expensive, but it was worth it. The licensing was straightforward."

"The price of the solution could be reduced. I have customers that have voiced that the solution is good for the value but if I want to sell more of the solution the price reduction would help."

"The pricing seems fair, and I do like the licensing model. You use wherever they are, and it is elastic."

"The price of the product is not very economical."

"It's the most expensive solution, but features-wise, it's quite strong. It's very good for protection, so the results are very good in the case of protection. I would rate it a two out of ten in terms of pricing."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is quite an expensive solution."

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

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

"Compared to the tools of competitors, Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is a cheaply priced product."

"The product is cheap."

"The price is okay, but it really depends on the customer's requirements."

"It's a yearly subscription."

"We are satisfied with the pricing."

"The more devices we have the more expensive it becomes, which is where the challenge is."

"We have a yearly subscription, and the pricing is fair."

"It is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

14%

Computer Software Company

11%

University

Media Company

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

University

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	44
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	47

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Large Enterprise	1

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	15
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	9

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

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What needs improvement with Bitdefender GravityZone Ultra Plus?

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What do you like most about Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?

The security is good.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?

I am not aware of the pricing details, as that falls under the management's responsibility.

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Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

GravityZone Ultra Plus

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Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

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

Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a powerful security solution designed to help organizations proactively detect, investigate, and mitigate advanced threats across their endpoint environments. As part of Broadcom's cybersecurity portfolio, Symantec EDR provides comprehensive visibility into endpoint activities, enabling security teams to quickly identify and respond to threats that evade traditional defenses.

Symantec EDR leverages machine learning, behavioral analysis, and global threat intelligence from Symantec's vast network to detect sophisticated threats, including zero-day attacks, ransomware, and advanced persistent threats (APTs). This allows organizations to identify malicious activities early and respond swiftly to mitigate potential damage. The solution offers automated response options that enable security teams to contain and remediate threats quickly.

Symantec EDR provides detailed forensic capabilities, allowing security analysts to dive deep into endpoint data, investigate incidents thoroughly, and understand the scope and impact of attacks. Features such as timeline analysis, incident graphing, and the ability to isolate endpoints enhance investigative efforts and support effective remediation strategies.

With its centralized management console, Symantec EDR offers visibility across the entire endpoint environment, regardless of the operating systems or whether endpoints are on-premise or remote. Symantec EDR seamlessly integrates with other Symantec security solutions, enhancing its detection capabilities and enabling a unified approach to threat management. Its scalable architecture ensures that businesses of all sizes can benefit from its advanced security features without compromising performance.

Quickly discover and resolve threats with deep endpoint visibility and superior detection analytics, reducing mean time to remediation. Overcome cyber security skills shortages and streamline SOC operations with extensive automation and built-in integrations for sandboxing, SIEM, and orchestration.

Fortify security teams with the unmatched expertise and global scale of Symantec Managed Endpoint Detection and Response services.
Roll out Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) across Windows, macOS, and Linux devices using Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)-integrated EDR or a dissolvable agent.

Broadcom

Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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

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Bitdefender GravityZone Extended Detection and Response (XDR) vs. Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response