BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs WatchGuard EPDR comparison

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs. WatchGuard EPDR

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Categories and Ranking

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersec...

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

26th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

4.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

WatchGuard EPDR

Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

10th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (13th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity is 1.2%, down from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of WatchGuard EPDR is 2.1%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
WatchGuard EPDR	2.1%
BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity	1.2%
Other	96.7%

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

Featured Reviews

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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Norlia Jalani

Section Head, Information Technology at a transportation company with 201-500 employees

Using cloud-based console for software inventory management and email alerts

I have no idea if I use some automation functions. I can't find any disadvantages; maybe that is because many companies haven't used it. I would prefer to see some features such as AI in antivirus solutions. I appreciate reporting, but it could be better with monthly reporting or auto-generated monthly reports.

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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

"You can manage all the threats and everything from a centralized dashboard."

"The solution is stable."

"CylancePROTECT is very stable - we've had no issues with performance and no errors or bugs."

"The solution is extremely scalable. It's got the hybrid functionality, it's got the system functionality and cloud functionality as well."

"The most functional item that we use is the process to turn off the false flags that it causes."

"The solution is very quick at easily changing the levels of protection for each computer and the server."

"One of the best features of the solution is that it's easy to deploy."

"The most valuable feature of CylancePROTECT is the support."

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"The most valuable features of Panda Security Adaptive Defense are the useful hardware information it provides, light on resources, controllable from the console, remote scan functionality, and the blocking of a lot of URL malware."

"The feature I find most valuable is the advance search engine."

"The most valuable feature of Panda Security Adaptive Defense is we don't have to have dedicated infrastructure on-premise because it is cloud-based."

"The product so far has been good at protecting us. We haven't faced a breach."

"I've found it's got excellent web protection."

"It's very easy to deploy, we don't have any problem or issues. It's most full automatic. It basically takes the assumption that everything is supposed to be a suspect; files, processes, URL accesses, and so on."

"What I appreciate the most about WatchGuard EPDR is that with the managed detection and response system, when there is an alert about the product running, the turnaround time for enabling it is less than two hours."

"The patch management module is very important."

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Cons

"An area for improvement in CylancePROTECT is its pricing, as it's a bit costly."

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

"It was not effective. There were a lot of false positives, even when we use Adobe, and everybody uses Adobe, which is not a threat."

"It should provide more details about the events that they have detected."

"The stability could be improved."

"The security scripting needs improvement. It needs deeper security for scripting."

"I would like to see a better UI in terms of sifting through more specific data and providing analytics. A little bit more would be nice."

"Making the dashboards a bit modern to make them easier to search would also be helpful."

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"Panda Adaptive Defense 360 is not compatible with certain network devices like access points, switches, or routers, which would be an area for improvement."

"Improvements could be made in terms of how the reporting is structured."

"It needs improvements in its EDR and its ability to manage all the nodes. I'd like better communication between the console and the nodes, so I don't have to remote into each individual machine that's having an issue with the protection."

"The categories in the web filtering should be more comprehensive."

"The gap between the two final conclusions is a problem, whether or not a file is known to be malware or is known to be safe."

"It would be nice if Panda Security Adaptive Defense could come out with remote desktop usage."

"I'd like to integrate it into my main services."

"For some urgent updates, I don't like the need for the tool to be frequently restarted."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"CylancePROTECT is worth the money, but I'm not sure of its exact price. I can't remember off the top of my head."

"Review closely how many endpoints you actually need before buying into a pricing level. Deal and deal with the VAR of your choice."

"It's not so heavily priced; rather, it's average and decent."

"We would just add more if there are new users, but right now you just need one license for per user."

"I think that the price we are paying is good for what it is."

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

"The initial end-point cost may seem a little high (~$55/device/year) but when you look at the total peace of mind that the solution provides, with no reboots for updates, and negligible performance impact, it is well worth it."

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

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"The licensing is subscription-based and priced well compared to other endpoint security solutions."

"The solution is priced well for what features it provides."

"The licensing costs are not too high. We pay about 20 Euros a year. It's a reasonable amount to pay."

"There is a license needed to use this solution and it is approximately $30 annually."

"The solution's pricing is better compared to other products."

"The price is excellent."

"Panda is cloud-only and comes at a reasonable cost. It is a set price per seat."

"Customers need to pay monthly licensing costs for Panda Security Adaptive Defense, which is not expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Government

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

Hospitality Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	13

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Blackberry Protect?

It is a good endpoint solution. It is very easy to manage and detect the threat immediately. It will take the necessary actions.

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?

What do you like most about WatchGuard EPDR?

The product's most valuable features are the zero-trust application service and its capability to detect threats and attacks.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for WatchGuard EPDR?

The price of the solution is okay. It's all right.

What needs improvement with WatchGuard EPDR?

I would not be able to say what areas of WatchGuard EPDR have improved, as I do not work with the product myself so much anymore. I just used to assist with installation and deployment, especially ...

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Also Known As

Blackberry Protect

Panda Adaptive Defense 360

Overview

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.

BlackBerry

EDR for continuous monitoring that prevents the execution of unknown processes. Behavioral analysis and detection of IoAs (indicators of attack) scripts, macros, etc.
Automatic detection and response for targeted attacks and in-memory exploits. Endpoint protection capabilities such as URL filtering, device control and managed firewall.
Zero-Trust Application and Threat Hunting features delivered as managed services. Lightweight agent and easy-to-use Cloud-based console with detailed reporting.

WatchGuard

Sample Customers

Panasonic, Noble Energy, Apria Healthcare Group Inc., Charles River Laboratories, Rovi Corporation, Toyota, Kiewit

Indra, Valea AB, Fineit, Aemcom, Data Solutions INC., Gloucestershire NHS, Golden Star Resources Ltd, Hispania Racing Team, Instituto Dos Museus e da ConserÊo, Escuelas Pias Provincia Emaus, Axiom Housing Association, Municipality of Bjuv, Lesedi Nuclear, Mullsj_ municipality, Eng. skolan Norr AB, Dalakraft AB, Peter Green Haulage Ltd

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs. WatchGuard EPDR