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ESET Endpoint Encryption vs McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention 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:
 

Categories and Ranking

ESET Endpoint Encryption
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
15
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (3rd)
McAfee Total Protection for...
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (27th)
 

Mindshare comparison

ESET Endpoint Encryption and McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. ESET Endpoint Encryption is designed for Endpoint Encryption and holds a mindshare of 17.3%, up 16.0% compared to last year.
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention, on the other hand, focuses on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), holds 1.0% mindshare, down 1.3% since last year.
Endpoint Encryption Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
ESET Endpoint Encryption17.3%
Microsoft BitLocker35.3%
Symantec Endpoint Encryption9.4%
Other38.00000000000001%
Endpoint Encryption
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention1.0%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention13.0%
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention9.0%
Other77.0%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
 

Featured Reviews

Roman Danel - PeerSpot reviewer
Performs well, does not slow down the computer, and protects emails
The quality of protection is very important. The tool must also not slow down the computer. The quality of the user interface and the way the solution is updated must also be considered. The updates depend on certain situations. People who want to use the solution must check how it is working, check the memory, and the processes that are run. We must check if there are any unwanted features. For example, some antivirus tools install other services that are not necessary, and they are frequently updated. It won’t be a problem for a user who has a computer with more RAM, but it will be difficult to use it on an old computer with less RAM. The IT department uses remote features. Sometimes, they change some configurations remotely. Overall, I rate the tool a nine out of ten.
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.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The setup is getting easier."
"It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"The solution's UI is user-friendly. Even a non-technical person can use it."
"This solution can be centrally managed."
"ESET Endpoint Encryption works as an antivirus system."
"It is very secure and we have finally decided to use this after a thorough check. The interface is easy to navigate."
"I have used it in the past because it works quite well for encryption."
"The initial setup is easy."
"The stability of the solution can be good. However, the configuration takes a long time for it to be done properly."
"The whitelisting works well."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is a very stable product."
"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."
"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."
"This solution has a rich set of policies."
"The solution is very user-friendly and valuable."
"It can scale."
 

Cons

"My problem is that there's a technical glitch and they don't have a fix for it. It's not working with the latest version of Windows, which is a problem."
"There could be an option for users to restart the system without a password."
"There should be more frequent updates."
"The solution should have better synchronization with active directory users and passwords for use in the encryption."
"ESET Endpoint Encryption needs to improve pricing and security."
"Integration with central management needs improvement."
"The product should be more responsive regarding feedback if it detects something in our infrastructure. I believe there's a backend that their engineers use to detect viruses in our system. We would appreciate it if they could promptly provide feedback and give us recommendations on how to better protect our infrastructure beyond their system. Additionally, we hope for improved integration with the other systems we currently use. It would be beneficial if they could collaborate to create something that facilitates integration between these systems."
"The overall compatibility of the device is an area where the solution lacks."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention needs to improve the resources it uses for CPU and RAM."
"Our client is not very happy with the lack of support, the skills, and the effectiveness of the tool."
"The UI needs to be simplified."
"I would like the solution to improve the AI features for anti-virus detection. I also want the software to include a tool for malware detection."
"We need to do a lot of configuration."
"The interface can be improved, it's too cluttered."
"It could improve how it deals with solar data."
"We faced many issues with the solution's customer support, and it should be made customer-friendly and more responsive."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Instead of installing ESET on each machine at each location, we just do it remotely. This has been a time saver for us."
"The pricing is mid-ranged and could be more cost-effective."
"Licensing costs are on a yearly basis."
"There are some inexpensive products compared to ESET Endpoint Encryption, but they lack the essential features."
"It is neither very expensive, nor cheap. Overall it is affordable and there is a long term arrangement between our company and the solution providers for license."
"On a scale of one to ten, where one is the lowest and ten is the highest, I rate its pricing a two."
"The National University System dedicates 500 of their 5000 licenses to us, which is $14/yr per device. Most companies are paying $99 or $120 per device a year."
"ESET Endpoint Encryption is moderately priced."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."
"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive."
"I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."
"I would rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"The price of the solution could improve."
"It's not a cheap option."
"The price of the solution could improve, it is expensive. We typically sell one and three-year licenses."
"There is an annual license to use this solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Government
9%
Retailer
9%
Computer Software Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Retailer
9%
Non Profit
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise5
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business17
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise7
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with ESET Endpoint Encryption?
My problem is that there's a technical glitch and they don't have a fix for it. It's not working with the latest version of Windows, which is a problem. My hands are kind of tied.
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 confidential information from endpoints.
 

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
 

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Sample Customers

CCS Media Limited, Mercury Engineering, Unigarant, Pinewood Healthcare
Kleberg Bank
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