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Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention vs Microsoft BitLocker 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:
 

Mindshare comparison

Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade3.8%
Microsoft BitLocker17.8%
ESET Endpoint Encryption8.0%
Other70.4%
Endpoint Encryption
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention1.0%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention6.9%
Cyera5.3%
Other86.8%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft BitLocker17.8%
ESET Endpoint Encryption8.0%
Symantec Endpoint Encryption7.9%
Other66.3%
Endpoint Encryption
 

Featured Reviews

Danit Sannikov - PeerSpot reviewer
Project manager at SII
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.
KM
Sr. System Engineer at Zensar Technologies
Data protection has improved as we restrict uploads to third-party sites and control devices
We are using customizable policies in the product. Everything is fine regarding alerting and reporting features; we got a notification as well as we received the required events, and it is working well. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is different; whatever the logs are there, they are available on the ePO, so we cannot directly integrate DLP to any third-party tool. We need to actually integrate the ePO itself to enable integration. We are just restricting data to be uploaded, which is the best option that allows us to control organizational data, making it the biggest benefit for us in McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention. We are protecting data to be uploaded on third party URLs, which helps us meet our needs.
Ibrahin Gamal - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Technology Specialist at ITE Corp
Data protection improves while users adapt to user access complexities
Recovery options are useful with Microsoft BitLocker. When we get the recovery key from Microsoft, people who we show how BitLocker works did not know the facts about BitLocker. When we tell them about recovery keys, it is very difficult for them to get to the users who have issues in their PCs and do not have the knowledge. When IT asked about the scenario, it was difficult for them. They needed something where they could go to the administration portal to unlock the PC for the user, but we tell them that when a user asks for a recovery key, it consists of 32 numbers to unlock their PC. They observed cost savings after implementing Microsoft BitLocker because they requested BitLocker with System Center. They found that it did not have a high cost, as it is a built-in feature in Windows. When they asked about other solutions, it was very expensive for large numbers in other corporates or organizations. They were very satisfied with Microsoft BitLocker with System Center Configuration Manager.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution is pretty reliable."
"It helps us maximize the operational efficiency and performance of our activities."
"Its ability to provide a security layer of encryption that allows us to prevent unauthorized access to computers."
"It has addressed storage and data transfer demands efficiently."
"It's easily scalable and adaptable to the needs of the business."
"Its central management console has really made an impact on our organization."
"We use the solution for endpoint encryption and it handles everything, with security, a firewall within the workstation, and DLP within the solution and on the workstation, making use of 360-degree security on one's workstation."
"The most valuable feature of Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade is hard disk protection."
"We are just restricting data to be uploaded, which is the best option that allows us to control organizational data, making it the biggest benefit for us in McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention."
"The pricing of the product is excellent. It's very affordable."
"The solution is stable and reliable."
"McAfee is more user friendly than Symantec."
"What I like about McAfee Total Protection is that it's working, and I also like that it doesn't require any specific knowledge to set up."
"You can manage your compliance in line with legislation such as GDPR and POPIA."
"It can scale."
"The overall features of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention are very good."
"The most valuable feature of this solution is the protection and ease of use."
"The tool is stable."
"It is free and native to the OS. We don't have to worry about upgrades or maintaining the product. You encrypt the disk, and you save the recovery key. That's it. The person puts their password in, and after that, it is up to them. If they forget their password, they have to bring it in to get it unlocked."
"There's a lot of manageability within the solution. This is very helpful."
"Microsoft BitLocker can be used to ensure that stolen PCs or laptops do not lose their data."
"It basically brings us in compliance."
"Integration with System Center Configuration Manager (C: and D: logical drives are encrypted before installing Windows via SCCM)."
"We have not seen any bugs or glitches, so the stability is good."
 

Cons

"The cost of maintaining the system is high for personal use."
"I rate the support from Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade a six out of ten."
"I would like to bring centralized management to mobile devices."
"Regarding the general topic of support, many have annoyances with it."
"The response time for technical support could be faster."
"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."
"There are a few cases of security breaches when the networking system fails and can lead to malware attacks. The next release should focus more on data virtualization and support for all computing devices."
"The cost of maintaining the system is high for personal use."
"Integration with other vendors could be improved. For example, with Chrome or Firefox."
"McAfee needs to clarify its rules."
"Our client is not very happy with the lack of support, the skills, and the effectiveness of the tool."
"One thing that would help us is if the McAfee agent that we install on virtual machines became lighter."
"The support from McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is good. However, if they provided 24 hours a day seven days a week support that would be a helpful addition."
"The interface can be improved, it's too cluttered."
"It was a struggle prohibiting email content from being sent outside the company."
"In my experience, it's not really user-friendly for me, in terms of how I navigate with the ePolicy Orchestrator. They need to upgrade their management console."
"More customization options would have been nice, such as password selection, actions when the screen is locked, etc."
"The migration itself is a nightmare."
"I would recommend BitLocker only because of the economic side, not the technical side."
"If integration with Active Directory are not mandatory for him, I think that there are many other solutions in the market that equal or are much stronger than Microsoft."
"More detailed documentation about usage would be beneficial, as installation instructions are provided but potential issues are not typically addressed."
"I felt it was too expensive for the service that I required."
"Microsoft BitLocker is far away from the threats in data security. It is not the number one solution for security, but I think it is a good layer in this process."
"User profiles can be improved so that people can create their own passwords. It has one password per machine, which is a problem."
 

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."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."
"If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"There is an annual license to use this solution."
"The price of the solution could improve, it is expensive. We typically sell one and three-year licenses."
"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."
"The price of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive. It is not the most expensive solution but it is typically 15 to 20 percent higher than other solutions. There is no additional cost to using McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention."
"Microsoft BitLocker's pricing is fair; I rate it a four out of ten."
"We can activate the product at no cost."
"BitLocker is included in our license and doesn't cost us anything extra."
"We didn't pay for additional licenses since the solution is built into Windows."
"The solution’s pricing is reasonable."
"The solution is priced low. I would rate the product's pricing one out of ten."
"It is free. It is enabled as part of the operating system. Once you have an operating system license, you're licensed for Bitlocker."
"The cost of this solution is bundled in with part of the subscription for the Microsoft Cloud. We have users subscribed to Enterprise E5 and it comes with E5"
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
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Construction Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
University
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise9
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business35
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise25
 

Questions from the Community

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 ...
What is your primary use case for Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
I use the solution when working outside my office. The tool is for VPNs, so I can connect to the Office Cloud.
What advice do you have for others considering Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
The product does not involve data protection since it is used for connection purposes only. The product might have so...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention?
I rate the pricing for McAfee as competitive compared to other companies; they are in the same range, not a cheap pro...
What needs improvement with McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention?
Sometimes there are some issues in the product itself; whenever they release a new version, vulnerabilities come into...
What is your primary use case for McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention?
We are working with McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention and Trellix products in our environment, but not...
What should one take into account when replacing PGP with Microsoft BitLocker?
Beware to make backup of useful data, then use reverse decryption policy from Symantec panel/McAfee ePO to decrypt th...
Would you choose Microsoft BitLocker or McAfee Complete Data Protection?
Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive en...
How does Microsoft BitLocker compare with Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive en...
 

Comparisons

 

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
BitLocker, MS BitLocker
 

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Sample Customers

Osmose, International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)
Kleberg Bank
ACV, Proaxis Therapy, Choice Hotels International, adnymics GmbH, Intermedia, NMBS/SNCB
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