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Carbon Black Managed Detection and Response vs Intercept X Endpoint comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Carbon Black Managed Detect...
Ranking in Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
32nd
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Intercept X Endpoint
Ranking in Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
8th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (10th), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (9th), ZTNA (9th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (11th), Ransomware Protection (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) category, the mindshare of Carbon Black Managed Detection and Response is 0.7%, down from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Intercept X Endpoint is 1.0%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
 

Featured Reviews

Dejan Zecevic - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to install, runs smoothly, and offers good performance
Carbon Black was sold to Broadcom, and VMware basically was the owner of the Carbon Black. Now Broadcom is the owner of VMware. As the solution has changed hands, I expect some changes in licensing and in support. It remains to be seen if that will be good or bad.
Khandokar Rabbi - PeerSpot reviewer
Used for endpoint security, ransomware protection, virus protection, and server security
Intercept X Endpoint is deployed on the cloud in our organization. Previously, we had two ransomware attacks when we were using Kaspersky as an endpoint security. We didn't face any ransomware attacks after using Intercept X Endpoint for endpoint security. Intercept X Endpoint has simplified our malware detection. Since we have already implemented the policies in the cloud, all the malware is automatically detected. The solution also detects and removes new malware that can also come from the cloud AI engine. Integrating Intercept X Endpoint with our current security infrastructure was very easy. In my opinion, Sophos is a better solution because we are using Sophos endpoint security and network security. These two things sync with each other and monitor the packets and network traffic. No other vendor has simultaneous devices to check everything. I would recommend the solution to other users. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The installation process is quick and easy."
"The greatest value of MDR involves the tests, reporting and alerts, so that we may respond immediately."
"Carbon Black provides an overview of all our assets and their status."
"The valuable features are threat hunting, threat intelligence feeds, and it culls all the activities of the endpoint. Additionally, the ML and AI engines are really good."
"We have found the pricing to be reasonable."
"Offers artificial intelligence, security metrics and a lot of information gathered to make decisions."
"The most valuable feature of Intercept X its ability to stay ahead of the infection. By the time the ransomware spreads to the next machine in line, the data has already been encrypted on that workstation. It didn't matter what the ransomware did because could go in and get it back."
"The malware detection is the key feature."
"There are products that are technically stronger. However, this product has everything in one solution, which makes it a strong endpoint option."
"It is quite scalable. You can always add more users. I would rate the scalability a nine out of ten."
"We use Sophos Intercept X for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) in our organization."
"The most valuable features of Sophos Intercept X are the minimal configuration needed for the end user and the central view of all the endpoints. There are plenty of tools to control and manage the endpoints. Additionally, there is the capability of connecting the endpoint to the CLI."
 

Cons

"As the solution has changed hands, I expect some changes in licensing and in support. It remains to be seen if that will be good or bad."
"Carbon Black's support could be better."
"In the future, it would be great if they could provide endpoint management and the ADR solution together in this package."
"The initial setup can be difficult if you don't come in with at least some knowledge about the product."
"The solution is expensive, and it could be made cheaper."
"The endpoint detection and response (EDR) technology has room for improvement because the information that it gives us to resolve our problems is poor nowadays."
"We've had difficulty with uninstalling the solution. When we try to uninstall an old version of the basic Sophos Antivirus, it doesn't seem to uninstall completely."
"There is some issue with the reporting and refreshing information on resources that have been eliminated."
"Integration with firewall solutions could be better."
"Stability-wise, we had issues with some clients which had to be dealt with manually. The issue was with that installation part."
"Sophos needs to create a YouTube channel with educational material for technicians or engineers."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of this solution is inexpensive compare with others. The company went out of its way to provide us with a favorable discount. However, there is room for improving the current licensing model and the price of some of the fees. The model is complex and could be streamlined."
"The price is pretty good."
"The price of Sophos Intercept X is expensive. The license is paid on an annual basis. There are extra features that can be added depending on the endpoints. The solution is priced twice as much as the Comodo solution."
"One can pay for the license annually, or at two and five year intervals."
"The price of this solution is a little high compared to competitors because they do not have a proper pricing structure."
"It's not bad, but compared to competitors, it's a little bit on the high side. The price could be more competitive."
"The solution requires an annual subscription."
"The solution offers both a three-year license and an annual license. I would rate the product's pricing a one out of ten."
"On a per-user basis, my company has to pay a certain amount of money."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Computer Software Company
20%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

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Small Business
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Also Known As

Carbon Black Cloud Managed Detection Deliver
Sophos Intercept X
 

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