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

The compared Check Point Software Technologies and McAfee solutions aren't in the same category. Check Point Software Technologies is ranked #7 in EE , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 2.7% mindshare in the category. McAfee is ranked #25 in DLP , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Check Point Software Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 76% of McAfee users who would recommend it.
Check Point Full Disk Encry...
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100% willing to recommend
McAfee Total Protection for...
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76% willing to recommend
Symantec Endpoint Encryption
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80% willing to recommend
 

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Mindshare comparison

Endpoint Encryption Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade2.7%
Microsoft BitLocker34.6%
ESET Endpoint Encryption16.5%
Other46.199999999999996%
Endpoint Encryption
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention1.0%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention12.6%
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention8.5%
Other77.9%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Endpoint Encryption Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Symantec Endpoint Encryption9.4%
Microsoft BitLocker34.6%
ESET Endpoint Encryption16.5%
Other39.5%
Endpoint Encryption
 

Featured Reviews

AshleyMorales - PeerSpot reviewer
Centralized management with full disk encryption and helpful authentification capabilities
They should improve the interface and make it a little more user-friendly. They should also improve performance in encrypting and decrypting data more efficiently. A lot of machine resources are consumed; they should improve the audit area of the tool and make it more It is also efficient to add some type of remote access functionality for data recovery or integration with policy management tools. They must improve support and customer service, which is one of the factors where they have been failing the most in recent years.
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Kamal Abdelrahman - PeerSpot reviewer
Has provided strong data protection capabilities while offering valuable policy customization options
I find unique value in McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention specifically in controlling the application from a DLP perspective; when a computer downloads a package, you can understand where it downloaded this package from, and you can create a policy regarding the source of the download. This is actually an important and valuable feature, specifically in enterprises where they download, upload, and export critical reports from their business applications. I appreciate the customized policy features in McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention because we didn't find these features in other competing applications. This may be a requirement from business customers who have important or critical applications; they expect to understand that these are critical files because this is a critical application. This cannot be done although we are with Trellix or McAfee solution.
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Mohamed-Hashem - PeerSpot reviewer
Has integrated well with internal systems and supported secure file server use for several years
The most valuable function of Symantec Endpoint Encryption is the integration with our current endpoint protection solution and its administration because it is already integrated with our operating system to Microsoft. We do not have any complaints about the solution from any management perspective, as I am not involved in technical implementation. The centralized policy control in Symantec Endpoint Encryption is useful for us. We already have it implemented. The removable media encryption in Symantec Endpoint Encryption is enabled by default, though I am not interacting with it directly.
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"This software has helped individuals in the organization avoid data loss."
"The product's initial setup phase is totally fine."
"It helps us maximize the operational efficiency and performance of our activities."
"It keeps the devices well monitored."
"The solution provides complete security for one's workstation."
"The initial setup is easy."
"We never had any complaints about the performance of computers with this tool to be able to manage the protection of disks and drives."
"It is a cross-platform tool."
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"The pricing of the product is excellent. It's very affordable."
"The most valuable feature is strong data leak prevention for data protection."
"What I like about McAfee Total Protection is that it's working. I also like that it doesn't require any specific knowledge to set up."
"I am impressed with the tool's firewalls and web protection."
"Everything in this DLP is great. It"
"The tool focuses on endpoints rather than networks. Endpoints cover everything. It wouldn't be possible to steal confidential information from endpoints."
"The product is largely stable."
"This solution has a rich set of policies."
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"Overall Symantec Endpoint Encryption is a reasonable solution."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is a very good product, easy to use with remote management capabilities."
"The management console gives us the ability to quickly control who sees what, ensures we are on the latest version, and up-to-date."
"The solution is great for large-scale deployments."
"You get updates and other encrypted files easily."
"The solution is pretty stable."
"Their cloud features such as Cloud Endpoint security, ransomware modules, malware, and other modules are very effective."
"The installation process is pretty straightforward."
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Cons

"Sometimes the performance rates are not consistent."
"Regarding the general topic of support, many have annoyances with it."
"While the solution works as it should, it is overly expensive."
"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."
"I rate the support from Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade a six out of ten."
"The price is high for small scale business enterprises."
"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."
"They should improve the interface and make it a little more user-friendly."
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"Lacks GDPR regulations to enhance security."
"The UI needs to be simplified."
"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."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention could improve by making the customer aware of the benefits of the solution which would increase the adoption. Additionally, if there were features to suit multi-cloud environments it would be helpful. If the solution can intelligently identify which is important data for the organization and should not be released from the organization without authorization would be a benefit."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention needs to improve the resources it uses for CPU and RAM."
"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."
"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."
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"We would like some advanced security protection features."
"It's difficult to integrate the solution with the DLP"
"It was hard to install and took us about three months."
"More features need to be included in the encryption software."
"I would like to see some features or functionality enhanced in Symantec Endpoint Encryption."
"They have too high of a price tag. That's why they're losing the market share."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption can improve by being more secure."
"The agent can be improved on the solution. Right now, we have an Endpoint Protection agent as well as an encryption agent and another for the DLVs and other services. We would prefer a single agent for the entire product."
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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 is high for this type of product."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"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."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."
"It's not a cheap option."
"There is an annual license to use this solution."
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"The pricing is fair but there is variability in our area that needs to be addressed."
"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."
"We hold an annual license, and their pricing is competitive, falling into the affordable range."
"There is a license required for this solution."
"The license is not very expensive."
"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."
"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."
"The licensing costs yearly are $5000."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Retailer
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Performing Arts
6%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business12
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise9
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise7
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise16
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade?
It is a cross-platform tool.
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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.
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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What needs improvement with McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention?
I see enhancement in reporting for McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention as a potential area of improvemen...
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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...
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What do you like most about Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Antivirus, URL filtering, and firewall protection are the most effective features for data protection.
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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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Comparisons

Microsoft BitLocker vs Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade Logo
Microsoft BitLocker vs Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade
Compared 66% of the time
McAfee Complete Data Protection vs Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade Logo
McAfee Complete Data Protection vs Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade
Compared 34% of the time
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HP Wolf Security vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Logo
HP Wolf Security vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
Compared 78% of the time
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Logo
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
Compared 4% of the time
Symantec Data Loss Prevention vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Logo
Symantec Data Loss Prevention vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
Compared 4% of the time
Trellix DLP vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Logo
Trellix DLP vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
Compared 4% of the time
Digital Guardian vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Logo
Digital Guardian vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
Compared 3% of the time
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Microsoft BitLocker vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption Logo
Microsoft BitLocker vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Compared 62% of the time
McAfee Complete Data Protection vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption Logo
McAfee Complete Data Protection vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Compared 17% of the time
Stormshield Data Security vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption Logo
Stormshield Data Security vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Compared 9% of the time
ESET Endpoint Encryption vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption Logo
ESET Endpoint Encryption vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Compared 7% of the time
Sophos SafeGuard vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption Logo
Sophos SafeGuard vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption
Compared 5% of the time
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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
Symantec Drive Encryption
 

Overview

The Check Point Full Disk Encryption Software Blade provides automatic security for all information on endpoint hard drives, including user data, operating system files and temporary and erased files. For maximum data protection, multi-factor pre-boot authentication ensures user identity, while encryption prevents data loss from theft.
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Check Point Software Technologies
McAfee Total Protection for Data solution suite protects your data using a combination of powerful encryption, access control, and user-behavior monitoring.
McAfee
Symantec Drive Encryption, powered by PGP technology provides organizations with strong full-disk and removable media encryption and the ability to integrate with Symantec Data Loss Prevention. Intuitive management enables enterprise scale deployments and features compliance-based, out-of-the-box reporting plus customizable reports. Management capabilities include support for native OS encryption (FileVault2) and Opal compliant self-encrypting drives.
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Sample Customers

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