ESET Inspect vs Kaspersky Next EDR Foundations comparison

ESET and Kaspersky are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. ESET is ranked #33 with an average rating of 8.0, while Kaspersky is ranked #25 with an average rating of 7.4. ESET holds a 1.2% mindshare in EDR, compared to Kaspersky’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of ESET users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 93% of Kaspersky users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Apr 9, 2026

ESET Inspect and Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud are competitors in the cybersecurity market. While ESET Inspect is reported to have a slight edge in pricing efficiency and customer support satisfaction, Kaspersky's superior feature set gives it a compelling advantage.

Features: ESET Inspect offers user-friendly advanced threat detection, effective detection of pre-execution tasks, and multilayered endpoint security. Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud provides robust malware detection, a cloud-based console, and seamless integration with Microsoft Office 365.

Room for Improvement: ESET Inspect could enhance its feature set for more comprehensive endpoint protection, expand AI-driven threat intelligence capabilities, and streamline cloud integration. Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud can improve export data management, decrease its reliance on central management for simplicity, and enhance real-time monitoring efficiencies.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is favored for its streamlined cloud-based deployment and responsive customer service. ESET Inspect is noted for its straightforward on-premise installation and reliable technical assistance.

Pricing and ROI: ESET Inspect is recognized for its cost-effectiveness and favorable ROI, appealing to cost-conscious buyers. In contrast, Kaspersky's higher price point is justified by its advanced functionalities, although its ROI slightly lags due to premium pricing.

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.4%, down from 3.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ESET Inspect is 1.2%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Kaspersky Next EDR Foundations is 0.7%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.4%
Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud	0.7%
ESET Inspect	1.2%
Other	94.7%

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Featured Reviews

ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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Moshiur-Rahman Khan

CEO at IOPoint.com

Provides reliable and comprehensive internet security solutions without significant system slowdowns

My organization uses ESET Inspect for antivirus and internet security on laptops and desktops. On the enterprise side, we utilize it on our Windows Server. The platform has improved our organization's security by providing comprehensive antivirus and internet security solutions. It is fast and…

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Zunair Aftab

Supports Engineer at Rawad IT Solutions

Security features excel while management tools face challenges

Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud has proven to be a robust and comprehensive solution for endpoint protection. So far, no major negative features have been observed. However, email security integration with Microsoft 365 has room for improvement. In a recent real-world incident, a company received 10 phishing emails, of which only three were blocked by the system. Enhancing detection accuracy to block 7 or more would significantly improve trust and effectiveness. With the on-premises version, there's a known issue where assigning a device to a new group results in it being auto-assigned back to the previous group. Fixing this bug would greatly streamline device management. Additionally, in the cloud version, once a device is assigned to a user, it cannot be reassigned without deleting the user or the device entirely. It would be far more user-friendly if the platform allowed simple reassignment or de-assignment, returning the device to an "unassigned" state. As for automated behavioral analysis, while current functionality is based on machine learning, upgrading to true AI-powered detection could bring substantial improvements. Ideally, the system should proactively flag potential threats, and offer administrators the option to either allow or block applications based on intelligent risk analysis

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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

"The best feature of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is that it collects logs from different sections such as the endpoint, the network, and the cloud, making it easy to investigate alerts, collect some of the investigation packages related to the infected machines, and provide live response."

"Traps has drastically reduced our endpoint attack surface via advanced detection capabilities, sandboxing of never before seen programs, and by drastically limiting where executables can launch in the first place."

"Cortex is the best solution for avoiding security breaches, malware attacks, and other kinds of security issues."

"The positive impacts I see from Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks include a complete 360-degree view of our security posture altogether, being a uniform platform where we are ingesting logs from multiple resources."

"The one feature of Palo Alto Networks Traps that our organization finds most valuable is the App ID service."

"The multi-layered approach to the product gives you confidence that it will stop exploits, ransomware, worms, or viruses from compromising endpoints, essentially providing peace of mind."

"Cortex XDR can integrate the firewalls and determine the tendencies of the attacks. It's a new generation antivirus, with protection endpoints and detection response. It is very easy to use and everybody can operate the solution."

"The solution allows us to make investigations. Other XDR solutions also provide similar capabilities but for investigation, Cortex XDR is better."

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"This solution is easy to install, setup and monitor."

"Rules are the most valuable feature of ESET Inspect. They are created through XML language, and they track and filter events from endpoints. If the event matches the rule, the rule is triggered. Exceptions are the second most valuable feature because it gives you the power to filter false positives in large numbers. The third most valuable feature is the Learning mode that facilitates making exceptions for known processes with a good reputation."

"Scalability-wise, it is a very good solution."

"ESET Enterprise Inspector's most valuable feature is EDR."

"The rules are the best and most useful features."

"I find the multilayered endpoint security the most valuable feature."

"The product's most valuable features are its performance and stability."

"ESET Enterprise Inspector's greatest asset lies in its user-friendly interface, which allows for easy navigation and thorough analysis of incidents."

"The product works perfectly to prevent malware in our organization."

"All features in Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud are perfect, and I am interested in working with Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud."

"We had the cloud suite of KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud, and its monitoring was fine."

"The most valuable component of the solution is the malware detection feature."

"The standout features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud include its cloud-based console and the simplicity of managing endpoints."

"It is a powerful tool for zero-day attack prevention."

"The platform's ability to update the database from my device and manage user profiles is quite effective."

"I would say that Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is one of the best, very effective software because of its vulnerability assessment and threat assessments."

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Cons

"It is a complex solution to implement."

"In general, the price could be more competitive."

"One thing that was missing was the integration part. Currently, they don't have out-of-box integration with IBM QRadar, or if they have the integration, the integration doesn't work well."

"Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR does not detect malicious activity like in other anti-virus solutions like Trend Micro and Windows with Cisco."

"The dashboard could use some significant improvement, just making it more useful with more information. It has a limited amount of information right now. It is customizable, but I'd love to see a better out-of-box dashboard."

"The server sometimes stops continuously to check things so it would be helpful to receive access updates or technical reasons."

"A little bit more automation would be nice."

"There are some default policies which sometimes affect our applications and cause them to run around."

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"It may be difficult for a first-time customer to understand all of the functions that are available to him."

"It is not a stable product. We were disappointed in the stability of this product in comparison to McAffee."

"One area that needs improvement for the product is ransomware protection, which does not offer complete security."

"The product is complex to configure, and there are too many errors that are not errors, making it an area that can be considered for improvement."

"Every vendor is working on making the job of SOC analysts easier, with fewer false positives and more precise detections. ESET uses LiveGrid technology that provides feedback on the reputation of files and operations. It's hard to eliminate all of the false positives, but hopefully, we'll see some improvement with the advances in AI."

"The platform's price could be better."

"The solution could improve the consumption of resources. The RAM and CPU usage increases during usage which can cause issues. We have three separate services and it would be beneficial if all were executed from one agent limiting the over usage of system resources."

"It is not a stable product. We were disappointed in the stability of this product in comparison to McAffee."

"Kaspersky doesn't provide local support."

"Its high CPU usage also slows down devices, particularly those with lower specifications like Core i3."

"Kaspersky's global ranking has been on the decline."

"Certain shortcomings in the anti-ransomware part of the solution need improvement. XDR and MDR, along with threat hunting, a big step in cybersecurity today, need improvement."

"Recently, there was a company which was attacked by phishing emails, and out of 10, it was only blocking three emails."

"It requires specific expertise or certified professionals to deploy the product. There is a need to expand the offerings to various industries covering different-sized businesses."

"Kaspersky's cloud solution should be improved because the on-premises features are unavailable in the cloud."

"While the product provides a good level of protection, we need better support, especially in terms of being kept informed about new threats and specific configurations needed."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Our license will require renewal in August, after which the maintenance will continue as usual."

"Very costly product."

"The pricing is a little high. It is per user per year."

"I don't recall what the cost was, but it wasn't really that expensive."

"This is an expensive solution."

"It is "expensive" and flexible."

"It's the most expensive solution, but features-wise, it's quite strong. It's very good for protection, so the results are very good in the case of protection. I would rate it a two out of ten in terms of pricing."

"The price was fine."

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"I feel it is a very expensive product."

"The pricing and licensing are the big issue now, in my opinion. If the price was less than other companies, or a one-time charge for service was available, I think there would be more users of this solution."

"The platform's licensing is affordable and straightforward."

"The platform is expensive; it could be cheaper."

"This is true in the case of licensing, we do not have the most expensive products, and we don't have the cheapest product, it's somewhere in the middle. Perhaps a little higher from the middle, but we are known for what we provide to our customers, and they are pleased."

"The product is averagely priced."

"The product’s price is flexible."

"I find Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud more accessible in terms of pricing."

"We had to pay an annual licensing fee for KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud."

"The platform is expensive."

"Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a cost-effective solution."

"The solution is reasonably priced."

"The solution is moderately priced and cannot be considered an expensive or cheap tool."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

13%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	44
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	48

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Large Enterprise	2

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	3

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How is Cortex XDR compared with Microsoft Defender?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ESET Inspect?

The platform's licensing is affordable and straightforward. We purchase soft keys, install them, and manage the licen...

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What needs improvement with ESET Inspect?

One area that needs improvement for the product is ransomware protection, which does not offer complete security.

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What is your primary use case for ESET Inspect?

My organization uses ESET Inspect for antivirus and internet security on laptops and desktops. On the enterprise side...

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What do you like most about KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?

The product works perfectly to prevent malware in our organization.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?

No advise, its pretty simple

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What needs improvement with KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?

I cannot find another problem.

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

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Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

ESET Inspect is an essential component to help ensure the highest level of enterprise security. While standard ESET Endpoint Security provides strong protection, ESET Inspect takes your environment's security to a new dimension. A security tool is needed to help security professionals protect their sensitive data and detect and investigate security incidents, advanced threats, and targeted attacks or breaches on endpoint devices. ESET Inspect is a tool that offers the peace of mind of continuous protection and security monitoring in a powerful and easy-to-use solution.

ESET

Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud offers robust cybersecurity with features like malware detection and cloud-based endpoint management, suitable for businesses requiring advanced protection.

This solution provides comprehensive endpoint security, including a self-protection mechanism, EDR service, and integration with Microsoft Office 365. It supports multiple operating systems with components like Web Control, Device Control, and BitLocker encryption. Anti-phishing and anti-malware features, alongside detailed vulnerability assessments, enhance its security capabilities. Despite its strengths, users note areas for improvement in deployment, update management, and resource usage. Challenges include high CPU usage, installation delays, and stability issues. Companies benefit from features like ransomware protection and cloud platform integration, ensuring protection against threats.

What are the most important features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud?

Self-Protection Mechanism: Defends against unauthorized changes and ensure operation stability.
Malware Detection: Identifies and mitigates threats with high accuracy.
Cloud-Based Endpoint Management: Simplifies management across devices with a centralized console.
Microsoft Office 365 Integration: Enhances security and productivity in collaborative environments.
Vulnerability Assessments: Provides insights into potential security weaknesses.
Anti-Phishing & Anti-Malware: Protects against harmful emails and web content.

What benefits or ROI should users look for in reviews?

Reliable Performance: Consistent security measures against complex threats.
Detailed Reporting: Offers in-depth analysis of vulnerabilities and threats.
Comprehensive Protection: Covers a wide range of threats including malware and phishing.
Integration Capability: Easily integrates with other security solutions and platforms.

Companies in sectors such as automation and insurance implement Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud for its advanced cybersecurity features. They rely on its capabilities for application blocking, web and email threat defense, and compliance with data protection standards. By leveraging endpoint management and behavior analysis, organizations integrate this tool with cloud platforms to secure servers, workstations, and mobile devices.

Kaspersky

Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

Mitsubishi Motors, Allianz Suisse, Cannon, T-Mobile

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