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Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Check Point Full Disk Encry...
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (7th), Mobile Data Protection (5th)
McAfee Total Protection for...
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (27th)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Data Security solutions, they serve different purposes. Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade is designed for Endpoint Encryption and holds a mindshare of 2.2%, up 1.3% compared to last year.
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention, on the other hand, focuses on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), holds 1.0% mindshare, down 1.4% since last year.
Endpoint Encryption
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
 

Featured Reviews

Danit Sannikov - PeerSpot reviewer
Can be well-integrated with the existing systems in a company and is very intuitive to use
I once faced a problem with the tool, but I remember that I managed to work without a VPN, and then the problem with the product was sorted out somehow. An option to connect not only with the username and password but also through SMS in an easy manner is something that needs to be added to the tool. When I changed the way I connect to the tool to the SMS option, I did it because I bought a new phone, and it had a problem connecting with the tool, after which I had to go to the settings to change it, so I felt it was not very intuitive. In other platforms, the user will have two options to connect, one of which is with a username and password, and the other one is with an SMS.
VivekGupta7 - PeerSpot reviewer
Versatile with good patching and a straightforward setup
There is some fine-tuning needed, even once you define something. We need to do a lot of configuration. It would be easier if they made the configuration simpler, especially in the beginning. They need to give the user more choices and provide more guidance to help avoid problems later on. We'd like some more built-in predictive analytics so we can be prepared for what might happen in the future. We did have some bandwidth issues during setup. If your update fails, you may have stability issues. We find it difficult to reach higher levels of support when we face larger issues.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"End-to-end encryption provides full disk encryption, ensuring that all data on the device, including the operating system."
"It keeps the devices well monitored."
"The initial setup is easy."
"The solution provides complete security for one's workstation."
"The product's initial setup phase is totally fine."
"We never had any complaints about the performance of computers with this tool to be able to manage the protection of disks and drives."
"Its ability to provide a security layer of encryption that allows us to prevent unauthorized access to computers."
"This software has helped individuals in the organization avoid data loss."
"The most valuable features of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention are the DLP. The DLP, data loss prevention is the most important feature right now that users are looking for."
"The most valuable feature of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is data loss prevention."
"The product provides us with an excellent, dependable solution to recommend to clients for their security needs."
"The ability to block all USBs from the McAfee portal has been great."
"It can scale."
"The initial setup process was easy."
"The administrative capabilities and the interface make this product accessible and easy to use."
"The product is largely stable."
 

Cons

"I would like to bring centralized management to mobile devices."
"You do need to be careful that you don't mess too much with the endpoint, or you might have issues with the work stations."
"When I changed the way I connect to the tool to the SMS option, I did it because I bought a new phone, and it had a problem connecting with the tool, after which I had to go to the settings to change it, so I felt it was not very intuitive."
"They should improve the interface and make it a little more user-friendly."
"Regarding the general topic of support, many have annoyances with it."
"While the solution works as it should, it is overly expensive."
"The tool is too expensive to be an add-on to the main solution. They could launch it independently so that costs can be lowered."
"The cost of maintaining the system is high for personal use."
"We faced many issues with the solution's customer support, and it should be made customer-friendly and more responsive."
"Lacks GDPR regulations to enhance security."
"The interface can be improved, it's too cluttered."
"The pricing is high for licensing and support and the GUI interface is good but could use updating."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention needs to improve the resources it uses for CPU and RAM."
"It could improve how it deals with solar data."
"When this solution is used it requires a lot of administration because the users can have difficulties using it and require assistance. The administrators are continuously modifying the policies for the users. Technical support will be used frequently."
"The solution takes up too much CPU and memory."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"As it costs $125 per workstation per year, something which is above the price of what the competition is charging, the solution is definitely too expensive."
"If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."
"It's not a cheap option."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."
"The price of the solution could improve."
"I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."
"The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
25%
Security Firm
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Government
8%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Computer Software Company
14%
Retailer
7%
Real Estate/Law Firm
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
The cost of licenses depends on the characteristics or implementation you are looking for.
What needs improvement with Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
I once faced a problem with the tool, but I remember that I managed to work without a VPN, and then the problem with the product was sorted out somehow. An option to connect not only with the usern...
What do you like most about McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention?
The tool focuses on endpoints rather than networks. Endpoints cover everything. It wouldn't be possible to steal confidential information from endpoints.
 

Also Known As

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McAfee Total Protection for Data, McAfee Total Protection for DLP, Total Protection for Data, Intel Security Total Protection for Data
 

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Sample Customers

Osmose, International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)
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