BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs Kaspersky Small Office Security comparison

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs. Kaspersky Small Office Security

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Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.9%, up from 3.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity is 1.6%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Kaspersky Small Office Security is 1.1%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.9%
BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity	1.6%
Kaspersky Small Office Security	1.1%
Other	93.4%

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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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Sooraj Makkancherrry

Security Operations Manager at Philips

Doesn't have daily updates, which is important for healthcare IT

I face challenges with the exclusion policy - it still scans folders we told it not to, causing issues. When we contact support, they tell us to update the latest agent, but we can't do that immediately due to medical device protocols and validation testing. I wish support would try to understand our issues better instead of giving this standard response. The machine learning feature they use often tells us to upgrade the agent or add things to the exclusion list, which isn't unacceptable. It's a very good and new technology as a tool and antivirus. But sometimes, it doesn't work properly with our medical devices and products, quarantining files it shouldn't even after we add them to exclusions. This is tricky for us.

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Alessandro Spiandore

Proprietario at IL COMPUTER snc

Long-term licensing has provided reliable lightweight protection for commercial customers and maintains strong performance without disrupting existing security tools

Kaspersky Total Security is a lightweight solution that does not slow down Windows. In many years of use for my customers, I have not had any broken software or other problems. Safe Money technology is available in the product, but I do not use it because my customers have other security solutions that intercept malware before Kaspersky on the firewall and networking firewall of LAN. I sell the various solutions of next generation, Optimum, and Advanced through MCP licensing.

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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

"Threat identification and detection are the most valuable features of this solution."

"There has been a significant reduction of approximately 70% to 80% in our internal MTTR and MTTD metrics, now around five to eight minutes whereas previously it was hours, which has helped tremendously."

"Stability-wise, it is good; I did not hear about any issues in terms of stability, and Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks can be trusted completely."

"The solution allows us to gain remote access without the user's knowledge and take the necessary actions on the device."

"Implementing Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks has had a significant impact on my security analyst workload because it becomes much easier."

"Traps pays for itself within the first 16 months of a three-year subscription."

"If you are looking for security, mainly for advanced threat prevention from ransomware and malware attacks, I would recommend Cortex."

"Cortex is the best tool for endpoint detection, and I have used it to verify hashes or domains to identify malicious activity, trigger playbooks that automate and gather endpoint logs, block malicious processes, and update incident tickets, showcasing end-to-end processes with automation in investigation and reducing the analysis workflow."

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"Blackberry Protect offers endpoint protection, it's easy to deploy, and it's scalable and stable."

"I rate the tool a ten out of ten when it comes to the ease of use or management part."

"The non-daily requirement to update signatures is the most valuable feature. From a functional point of view, it is pretty spot on. For instance, we compared an algorithm from five years ago to today's algorithm, and it was 98% accurate. It has the ability to detect and mitigate. In the industrial environment that we work in, there's what we call OT versus IT. You are IT Central, but this is OT. Generally, we don't have the same level of skillset as IT individuals or IT professionals have. This particular product doesn't require you to be a computer scientist to be able to understand its proprietary algorithm and to be able to deploy, use, and work within it. It integrates well with a robust SIEM or SOAR solution, and it plays nice with others. We use other detection solutions like CyberX or site provision with Cisco, and it plays nice. That's one of the things we really liked about it."

"The stability of the solution is awesome."

"Does malware analysis. Blocks WannaCry and other attacks that have come out."

"Has good RAM capacity for the power I need"

"CylancePROTECT is going to tell you if there are any issues and you are going to be able to see everything from one single dashboard."

"The most valuable features of CylancePROTECT are its powerful machine-learning capabilities and predictive intelligence."

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"Kaspersky Total Security provides a good return on investment by improving data security and reducing costs by sixty percent with its robust security features."

"I am satisfied with the solution's security features because we have been using it for years."

"It automatically identifies potential threats in emails, websites, and documents, swiftly blocking or quarantining anything harmful to prevent any damage or infection to my system."

"I installed Kaspersky for protection if there is a virus on my computer"

"I respect the solution for its pricing."

"Kaspersky Total Security is a light agent."

"It has advanced features for detecting malware and ensuring customer safety."

"The solution is useful for protecting laptops."

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Cons

"The encryption is not up to the mark."

"It should support more mobile operating systems. That is one of the cons of their infrastructure right now."

"There are some false positives. What our guys would have liked is that it would have been easier to manipulate as soon as they found a false positive that they knew was a false positive. How to do so was not obvious. Some people complained about it. The interface, the ESM, is not user-friendly."

"We have found that there are times Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks does not detect some of the viruses, we have to use another protection solution called Kaspersky."

"There are some default policies which sometimes affect our applications and cause them to run around. In the hotel industry, we use a different type of data versus Oracle and SQL. By default, there are some policies which stop us from running properly. Because of this, the support level is also not that strong. We have to wait to get a results."

"Product might have some bugs."

"I have faced some issues with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks; there is room for improvement in the sense that certain options prevent us from seeing and segregating data."

"The price could be a little lower."

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"I'd like them to do software distribution too, but they said that that's architecturally not at the product line."

"CylancePROTECT's technical support is non-existent."

"It could have integration with industrial base HMIS or Human Machine Interfaces Solutions. This is the industrial environment where you have a control center for all the automation that's happening, whether it is oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing. They often have to set up a computer at the back and watch the other stuff to get alerts. In these autonomous or on-premises environments, they often don't have access to email readily. Integration with other industrial solutions, such as HMIS, will allow them to communicate and get an alert that something has been found. This way, they can react to it sooner than having somebody watch the screen and keep checking the screen. Rockwell has its own suite. Similarly, Honeywell has its own suite. There's also an independent HMI/historian solution provider out there called VTSCADA. We actually get asked if we can get it to show up on a screen, which is difficult. Getting those alerts to work within an industrial environment would be a huge plus."

"The process of whitelisting a script that you want to be able to run can be a little bit difficult, or awkward."

"Technical support is bad. I am not happy with the level of support they offer."

"It just doesn't make you feel like you're getting covered or have the best protection, which you should have."

"If they can add more features on top of their Persona feature that would be ideal."

"rom my experience interacting with the primary or the central administrative console, it's quite complex. You would need a fair bit of technical experience to set it up, implement and maintain it. That would be one area for improvement."

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"Regarding improvement, Kaspersky has a slightly larger system footprint, leading to a 5-10% performance slowdown compared to when I wasn't using Kaspersky."

"Kaspersky has to improve its response when there is an incident. They need to respond faster."

"Kaspersky Total Security’s stability and performance need improvement."

"Anti-malware and anti-phishing policies in the solution are areas with certain shortcomings where improvements are required."

"There is room for improving security."

"Kaspersky Total Security should be easier to manage and improve user interaction. Resetting often requires some experience, which can be a problem for generic users. Web users also encounter some issues that should be improved."

"The solution’s stability could be improved"

"Its interface needs to be more user-friendly."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is a little bit on the expensive side."

"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's pricing is ok."

"The return on investment is from the user side because we have seen the performance of it increase the delivery time of the product if we are using too many web-based and on-premise applications. In indirect ways, we saw the return of investment in terms of performance and user satisfaction increase."

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

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

"It has a higher cost than other solutions, like CrowdStrike or Microsoft’s EDR tools, but it reduces the cost of our operations because it’s a new generation antivirus tool."

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

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"We pay our license on a yearly basis and have just renewed for two years."

"The monthly fee is $55 USD per user."

"The solution provides me with competitive pricing."

"Our licensing cost for the solution is around $4,000 for six months. There are no costs in addition to the standard licensing fees."

"Shop around for sure and be assured the price you pay will be close to other solutions available, but even at a slight mark-up from the other solutions, you are getting real endpoint protection versus nothing more than a cheap security blanket that might keep you warm at night."

"The licensing part of the product is too expensive compared to other solutions in the market."

"The product cost is about $5, per user, per month."

"The price is reasonable for us at the moment. I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten."

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"Kaspersky Total Security is a cheap solution."

"We purchase the product’s yearly license."

"We have a yearly license, and it's not expensive."

"The solution's pricing is cheap and better than that of Sophos."

"The product is not expensive."

"Kaspersky Total Security is not an expensive solution."

"Users need to pay a licensing fee for the solution, which is neither cheap nor expensive."

"Kaspersky Total Security is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

12%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

12%

Outsourcing Company

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	54

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	14

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	17
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Blackberry Protect?

The price is reasonable for us at the moment. I rate the overall solution an eight out of ten.

What needs improvement with Blackberry Protect?

I face challenges with the exclusion policy - it still scans folders we told it not to, causing issues. When we conta...

What is your primary use case for Blackberry Protect?

I am using CylancePROTECT as an active learning algorithm. We installed it on almost 20,000 servers and virtual machi...

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What needs improvement with Kaspersky Total Security?

Kaspersky Total Security is perfect. The only area for improvement is the price, which is slightly high.

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

Blackberry Protect

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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.

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BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity leverages AI and machine learning for efficient malware detection and zero-day threat protection, offering robust endpoint security with high detection accuracy and low false positive rates.

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity delivers advanced threat protection with AI-driven algorithms and machine learning. Its lightweight design ensures low system resource usage, making it both efficient and effective. It's recognized for centralized management, easy deployment, and a clean interface, providing comprehensive endpoint protection against diverse threats. The integration of features like CylanceOPTICS and behavioral monitoring enhances security insights. While the system excels in malware detection, enhancements are needed in areas like user interface design, reporting, deeper threat analysis, and integration with third-party systems. Support and pricing improvements could also increase competitiveness.

What are the key features of BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity?

AI and Machine Learning: Utilizes cutting-edge technology for malware and threat detection.
Zero-Day Protection: Safeguards against emerging threats without the need for constant updates.
Centralized Management: Simplifies deployment and management across devices.
CylanceOPTICS: Provides advanced security insights and behavioral monitoring.
Low Resource Usage: Ensures efficient operation with minimal system impact.

What benefits should users expect from BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity?

High Detection Accuracy: Reduces risk with minimal false positives.
Efficient Resource Management: Enhances performance with its lightweight design.
Proactive Threat Defense: Protects against a wide range of threats with centralized management.
Advanced Insights: Offers unique features for detailed security analysis.

Organizations deploy BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity for threat analytics, log management, and endpoint protection. As an antivirus replacement, it protects against zero-day malware, ransomware, and various threats. Its AI algorithms detect anomalies, minimizing risks in both internet-connected and isolated environments. Many businesses incorporate it into wider security strategies, appreciating its centralized management and proactive defense capabilities.

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Kaspersky Total Security is a comprehensive cybersecurity suite offering robust protection through real-time monitoring, vulnerability fixing, and streamlined operations with centralized management.

Known for its lightweight performance and intuitive setup, Kaspersky Total Security effectively blocks threats across emails, websites, and documents. Continuous updates provide strong defenses against malware. Users find value in features like centralized management, which reduces manual workload, and a user-friendly interface. Adjustments can improve encryption, license renewal, anti-malware capabilities, and system stability while minimizing performance impact. Users recommend strengthened email protection, quicker responses to incidents, and enhanced configuration clarity, with flexibility in license upgrades and cost-effectiveness.

What are Kaspersky Total Security’s Key Features?

Vulnerability Fixing: Identifies and patches security gaps.
Real-time Monitoring: Continuous scanning for threats.
Endpoint Protection: Secures all connected devices.
Centralized Management: Simplifies cybersecurity operations.
Intrusion Prevention System: Blocks unauthorized network access.
Antispam and Firewall: Provides robust network safety.

What Benefits Can Users Expect?

Lightweight Performance: Does not slow down devices.
Pricing Efficiency: Offers good value for the cost.
User-Friendly Installation: Easy to deploy across systems.
Reduced Manual Tasks: Streamlines cybersecurity management.
Robust Malware Defense: Continuous updates enhance protection.

Kaspersky Total Security is used in banking systems, where securing internal data systems and enhancing endpoint protection are critical. Businesses leverage its encryption, firewall, and VPN services for comprehensive cybersecurity management. Its versatility supports protection across multiple devices, optimizing internal networks and processes for enhanced security and performance.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs. Kaspersky Small Office Security