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

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Mindshare comparison

Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade5.1%
Microsoft BitLocker13.7%
Sophos SafeGuard8.2%
Other73.0%
Endpoint Encryption
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention1.2%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention5.7%
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention4.4%
Other88.7%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Symantec Endpoint Encryption7.7%
Microsoft BitLocker13.7%
Sophos SafeGuard8.2%
Other70.4%
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.
Jagadeesh B - PeerSpot reviewer
Solutions Architect at IBM
Security monitoring has improved and protects mission-level mac segments for critical users
Currently, I am not using this because it is mandated on Office 365, which we are not currently maintaining. We are just using the manage feature, so it is not something we control. We are using Cisco SecureClient for VPN. Symantec Endpoint Encryption is only used at the MAC level segment for the B Mission levels for security purposes, and it is only from the ten user perspective. It is straightforward and not complex. I would rate the complexity as a seven, but I would rate the product itself as a nine. We have approximately fifty thousand in budget. Better security methods are valuable features that we can suggest, as everything is under liability. My overall review rating for this solution is nine 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

"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."
"We haven't had anything related to threats pass through our system in the last five years."
"Encryption prevents data loss which can cost the organization a lot of resources."
"The solution provides complete security for one's workstation."
"Its central management console has really made an impact on our organization."
"It helps us maximize the operational efficiency and performance of our activities."
"This software has helped individuals in the organization avoid data loss."
"The user is given a high level of confidence, which is a very good feature of the solution."
"If a DLP is implemented correctly, the value is that you can address the human error issues."
"Offers some good protection features."
"Enables customization of file types and for different scenarios."
"The initial setup process was easy."
"The solution is very user-friendly and valuable."
"McAfee DLP is very stable; I've compared it with other solutions and it's a very mature and comprehensive solution."
"The whitelisting works well."
"It's satisfying our requirements at a very high level."
"It helps us put antivirus solutions in place and prevent malware from getting to our machines."
"I like the solution for its encryption."
"The installation process is pretty straightforward."
"Their cloud features such as Cloud Endpoint security, ransomware modules, malware, and other modules are very effective."
"This automated solution puts us at the base level where we can get better."
"It has reduced the number of incidents related to the loss of information."
"The best feature of Symantec Endpoint Encryption is the encryption itself, and none of our customers have complained about this solution at all, so I take it that everything is still working fine."
 

Cons

"The price is high for small scale business enterprises."
"Regarding the general topic of support, many have annoyances with it."
"They could improve the latency in the platform when entering the portal."
"I rate the support from Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade a six out of ten."
"Sometimes the performance rates are not consistent."
"While the solution works as it should, it is overly expensive."
"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."
"The solution is overpriced."
"It could improve how it deals with solar data."
"For our new engineers, it is difficult to understand the McAfee DLP interface, or configure it in the deployment scenario."
"We faced many issues with the solution's customer support, and it should be made customer-friendly and more responsive."
"The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."
"The UI needs to be simplified."
"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 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."
"The product is difficult to use. I don't like the McAfee product and have had a negative user experience."
"I would like to have less frequent updates."
"If it wasn't for the exception that I mentioned, Symantec Endpoint Encryption would have been 100 percent successful and I would have to have given it a ten out of ten."
"Its decryption time needs to be improved. Currently, its decryption time is very long, and it takes double time than encryption. They need to work on that. Its encryption time is fine."
"I can only patch monthly. I don't know what the solution is there, besides being vulnerable for three weeks out of four. But there's got to be an option somehow."
"What I didn't find helpful in the version we used is the fact that all devices had to be on the same network for us to push through the encryption."
"From an administration point of view, maybe it would be ideal to have it centrally managed."
"The solution does slow down the device a little bit, once it's installed."
"The initial setup is a bit complex."
 

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."
"The price of the solution could improve, it is expensive. We typically sell one and three-year licenses."
"The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."
"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."
"It's not a cheap option."
"I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."
"If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"The price of the solution could improve."
"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."
"Depending on how many modules you will use (up to five) the licensing will be more expensive."
"The cost of this solution is a little on the higher side."
"The solution is good, but it is more expensive than other solutions in the market. Other solutions, such as BitLocker are less expensive."
"It can be expensive. However, if you plan to scale or are at a large enterprise company, this product could be what you need."
"The license is not very expensive."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."
"They have two solutions for encryption including Symantec Endpoint Encryption and PGP Endpoint Encryption. With one PGP license, you can deploy the two solutions. The PGP license gives you two options."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Construction Company
11%
Outsourcing Company
11%
University
9%
Outsourcing Company
16%
Construction Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Outsourcing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Construction Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

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Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise10
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Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise9
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Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise17
 

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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...
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...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
I am not sure about the pricing and licensing cost of Symantec Endpoint Encryption.
What needs improvement with Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
I am not owning that part and cannot comment on it. Our security team handles that aspect. I have not used it enough ...
 

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Symantec Drive Encryption
 

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