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Cynet vs ESET Endpoint Protection Platform comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
7.6
Clients praised Cynet for efficient cyberattack prevention, automation benefits, and enhancing asset protection and operational efficiency.
Sentiment score
6.4
ESET Endpoint Protection is cost-effective, prevents attacks, reduces recovery costs, though ROI can be challenging to quantify.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.5
Cynet customer support is praised for its 24/7 service, quick assistance, effective SOC, and a positive onboarding experience.
Sentiment score
6.9
ESET Endpoint Protection Platform generally provides good support, with regional variations in response times and user satisfaction.
Their SOC side support, when a threat is detected, is excellent.
Their technical support can be improved in terms of speed when opening a ticket.
I was very satisfied with their technical support.
Normally, I cannot give a ten for support of all brands, as it is not always possible to get full support from companies.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.9
Cynet provides scalable, efficient endpoint security for various organization sizes, offering compatibility and adaptability for diverse environments.
Sentiment score
7.2
ESET Endpoint Protection is scalable for small to mid-sized companies, but larger enterprises may face database and hardware challenges.
The solution is highly scalable.
Cynet is very scalable.
In terms of scalability, I can rate it eight or nine out of ten.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.5
Cynet is praised for stable and discreet performance, efficiently managing tasks with high ratings from satisfied users.
Sentiment score
8.3
Users find ESET Endpoint Protection stable and reliable, with high ratings despite occasional upgrade and configuration challenges.
In terms of stability, I can rate it at nine out of ten.
 

Room For Improvement

Cynet users seek improved integration, robust reporting, enhanced automation, streamlined deployment, and better support and customization features.
ESET Endpoint Protection needs better CPU efficiency, simplified installation, improved iOS/Mac support, and enhanced security features for users.
There should be more options than deploying solely through group policy, as the assumption that GPO is working isn’t always the case.
Having a DLP feature would also add value.
Cynet offers enough visibility into our infrastructure, showing all endpoints and other agentless devices.
A lightweight version of ESET might be beneficial as many of our clients have older CPUs and RAM.
 

Setup Cost

Cynet provides flexible, competitively-priced security solutions with extensive features, appealing to enterprises seeking cost-effective comprehensive coverage.
ESET Endpoint Protection Platform provides flexible, cost-effective licensing for businesses, though setup complexity and price perceptions vary.
The price of Cynet is reasonable considering its features and support.
I think the pricing of Cynet is fair and one of the better options in the market.
The pricing of ESET Endpoint Protection Platform is a bit high compared to other competitors.
 

Valuable Features

Cynet offers intuitive interface, automated threat blocking, ransomware protection, and comprehensive monitoring with stability and competitive pricing.
ESET Endpoint Protection offers lightweight antivirus, real-time detection, centralized management, and affordability with minimal resource impact and effective multi-device protection.
The SOAR function, deception, and forensics are very useful.
The most effective features of Cynet are its ransomware protection and lateral movement deception.
Cynet was valuable since it efficiently managed MDR without consuming a lot of resources.
The primary purpose is to protect computers from viruses and ransomware.
 

Categories and Ranking

Cynet
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
16th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
41
Ranking in other categories
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (10th), User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (5th), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (14th), Threat Deception Platforms (4th), Network Detection and Response (NDR) (4th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (9th), Ransomware Protection (2nd)
ESET Endpoint Protection Pl...
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
18th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
100
Ranking in other categories
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) (8th), Anti-Malware Tools (6th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cynet is 1.1%, down from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ESET Endpoint Protection Platform is 3.0%, down from 3.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
 

Featured Reviews

Zubair Ahmad - PeerSpot reviewer
Managed threat detection efficiently with minimal resource usage
We used the solution as a Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service. It detected threats, and the team managing our services took care of it. We did not face any major challenges or attacks, and memory utilization was minimal. It functioned very well Cynet was valuable since it efficiently…
ManojNair2 - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to set up with good security and rapidly improving capabilities
In terms of stability, the performance parameters do come into play. It's good on the regular office front, however, on the development side, if somebody is using it in a development environment, they need to make some configuration changes in terms of what directories should be excluded from the real-time scanning. I had to do that kind of stuff. I don't do that with the Microsoft product, for example. It runs, and it scans the entire system with no issues. The solution is stable. Regular updates were available in the product versions. They were updated, and they gave regular signature updates also so that the product checked all the boxes.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Computer Software Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

When evaluating User Activity Monitoring, what aspect do you think is the most important to look for?
The support team that stands behind the detection and response. Is there adequate expertise and are they behind you 24x7x365? Cynet CyOps has been there for us.
What do you like most about Cynet?
In terms of incident response, Cynet can contain attacks, offer a trial period to customers, and uninstall if not continued. The most valuable aspect is its integration capabilities, covering endpo...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cynet?
The price is competitive, so I cannot complain about it.
What do you like most about ESET Endpoint Security?
ESET Endpoint Security’s most valuable feature is the management console.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ESET Endpoint Security?
I rate the product’s pricing a three out of ten. It is neither cheap nor expensive for our clients. We use the free version, and there are no additional costs involved.
What needs improvement with ESET Endpoint Security?
The product’s AI implementation feature could be better for learning user behavior. There could be a feature to detect unsecured devices in the network similar to its older version. We need additio...
 

Also Known As

No data available
Smart Security, ESET PROTECT Advanced, ESET LiveGuard Advanced, ESET PROTECT Platform
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Meuhedet, East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
ERSTE Group Bank, Miller Solutions, Wesleyan University, The Hospital Center of Luxembourg, Deer Valley USD, SPAR, Industrial Federal Credit Union, Honda, City Hall of Palmela, Hays CISD, Lester B Pearson School Board
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