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

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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.
Bharath Kumar Gajula - PeerSpot reviewer
Robust data protection with user-friendly deployment, competitive pricing, and comprehensive features like customizable alerts and effective detection capabilities but needs GUI improvements
The stability is relatively good. Occasionally, certain clients may experience disconnection from the management servers, requiring a manual process to rectify. Even in instances where the link is severed, restoring client connectivity can be challenging, sometimes necessitating the uninstallation and reinstallation of the software. Additionally, when clients go out of sync, we do not receive alerts, indicating an area for potential improvement. I would rate it seven 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 initial setup is easy."
"It is a cross-platform tool."
"Its ability to provide a security layer of encryption that allows us to prevent unauthorized access to computers."
"It helps us maximize the operational efficiency and performance of our activities."
"They have Disc Encryption, Anti-Malware, and a VPN Blade which is beneficial for us."
"It's easily scalable and adaptable to the needs of the business."
"The most valuable feature of Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade is hard disk protection."
"It has addressed storage and data transfer demands efficiently."
"Everything in this DLP is great. It"
"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 product is largely stable."
"You can manage your compliance in line with legislation such as GDPR and POPIA."
"The overall features of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention are very good."
"The stability of the solution can be good. However, the configuration takes a long time for it to be done properly."
"The most valuable feature right now is the user control."
"The most valuable feature of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is data loss prevention."
"The encryption feature is very good."
"One notable aspect is the ability to customize alerts and other settings."
"Their cloud features such as Cloud Endpoint security, ransomware modules, malware, and other modules are very effective."
"The solution is easy to use."
"It is fairly stable."
"We have been very satisfied with the solution's security capabilities."
"I like the solution for its encryption."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is a very good product, easy to use with remote management capabilities."
 

Cons

"While the solution works as it should, it is overly expensive."
"The price is high for small scale business enterprises."
"The tool should be able to recover data from a stolen device."
"I would like to bring centralized management to mobile devices."
"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 could improve the latency in the platform when entering the portal."
"The cost of maintaining the system is high for personal use."
"The encryption is fast; however, when it comes to generating decryption of the OS disks, it is sometimes very slow, generating a loss of time."
"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."
"Our client is not very happy with the lack of support, the skills, and the effectiveness of the tool."
"The solution needs an easier integration in heterogeneous and dynamic environments."
"There are a lot of vulnerabilities and viruses and malware can proliferate."
"The user interface is messy and could be simplified."
"We faced many issues with the solution's customer support, and it should be made customer-friendly and more responsive."
"The licensing cost for McAfee Total Protection could be cheaper, but apart from that, I don't need anything else. The software has what I need."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention needs to improve the resources it uses for CPU and RAM."
"There are other solutions in the market that have new features. The feature could improve."
"It's a bit difficult to get good support. Their response times are really bad."
"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."
"There are some issues with the single sign-on with the active directory. We had a few problems related to the synchronization between the active directory and the login features of the Symantec products because the users made many password changes during the day. The time for synchronization with the solutions can be improved. I would like to see mobile encryption. There should be a possibility to include all the mobiles of a company in the console. Many customers are asking about encryptions for tablets or cell phones, but we don't have any product that we are comfortable with to recommend to our customers."
"The UI could be improved."
"We would like some advanced security protection features."
"The instability of the company and lack of presence in the Middle East is affecting product use."
"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."
 

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."
"I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."
"It's not a cheap option."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive."
"The price of the solution could improve."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."
"The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"The pricing is fair but there is variability in our area that needs to be addressed."
"We hold an annual license, and their pricing is competitive, falling into the affordable range."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."
"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."
"Although the performance and stability of this solution are good, our challenge is the price tag. You buy the solution once, but you also have to keep on buying the licenses yearly."
"Depending on how many modules you will use (up to five) the licensing will be more 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
Computer Software Company
22%
Security Firm
14%
Government
9%
Healthcare Company
7%
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Retailer
7%
Non Profit
6%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Insurance Company
5%
 

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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 ...
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 conf...
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 do you like most about Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Antivirus, URL filtering, and firewall protection are the most effective features for data protection.
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.
 

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McAfee Total Protection for Data, McAfee Total Protection for DLP, Total Protection for Data, Intel Security Total Protection for Data
Symantec Drive Encryption
 

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