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Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) 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

Forcepoint Data Loss Preven...
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
2nd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
64
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Proofpoint Email Data Loss ...
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
31st
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is 4.6%, down from 8.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is 1.0%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention4.6%
Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)1.0%
Other94.4%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
 

Featured Reviews

Madhukar Pandey - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Manager, Risk at LTFS
Quarantine workflows have shifted risk to business and provide strong PII protection across channels
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention can be improved because the options nowadays involve the use of AI. The approach of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still very traditional, where I have to create the policy for each and everything. The AI component is missing in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention, where based on user behavior analytics, it could give us suggestions. This type of improvement is needed in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention. Additionally, the hardware costing goes up when it comes to Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention because it requires large resources in the implementation part. Not regarding the user interface, but nowadays other DLP solutions have come up with the CASB part and the SaaS platform they are providing. Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still lagging there, and I have to rely on the on-premises setups. The management part has been difficult as I have to patch the servers, restart them, and regularly take backups. These are a few tedious things that I have to do while managing Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention. This part also needs to be improved in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention.
Kamalesh Tripathi - PeerSpot reviewer
Head Of Information Technology at IndoStar Capital Finance Ltd
Email protection has improved and now prevents sensitive data loss with accurate detection
Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) has Email DLP, and its Threat Intelligence is highly appreciated. It supports anti-spam solutions and has an inbuilt DMARC solution, which enhances its capabilities effectively. Additionally, with the help of machine learning and artificial intelligence, Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) can categorize and manage sensitive data, minimizing false positives and enhancing user experience greatly.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Forcepoint DLP has very good reporting whether it is at the gateway or it is the LP, and the product is user-friendly."
"We have some financial stuff which is critical for us and don't want to lose that data."
"The solution is easy to manage."
"The tool is fine for the DLP features, especially when you are on an on-premises model with a data center."
"The product is good and reliable, the vendor company is continually improving it, and they seem to stay one step ahead."
"The good side of the Forcepoint DLP is integrating with the end user behavior dynamically."
"I like the SaaS solution they're offering now a little bit more. It's a new product but it's easy to install and configure."
"Forcepoint offers many policies that conform to global DLP best practices, including requirements specific to regions like the Middle East, Europe, etc. They have a policy database in their product. That feature is unique to Forcepoint. Their AI and fingerprinting are incredibly effective and robust. We have tested it multiple times. It always catches the correct data being leaked."
"Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is very good."
"We have too many features included in the solution. These include third-party malware detection as a primary feature and a secondary feature focused on dealing with various security threats."
"Proofpoint offers flexibility in licensing, accommodating various levels from small businesses to governments."
 

Cons

"If you are a macOS user, there are issues in the area of USB control."
"Everything can be improved and maybe there is a way to improve the user experience through the interface."
"I'd like the data classification to be better."
"Based on our experience, the stability has not been very good, but it has also not been bad."
"In terms of display, the support and the Mac platform requires a lot of improvement."
"Customer service is slow."
"The user-friendliness of the interface in formulating DLP policies could be improved. An example would be managing policies. It's a little daunting at first, and can be confusing, at times, when it comes to how to set things up and how to add policies. They could improve on that."
"Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention can be improved because the options nowadays involve the use of AI. The approach of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still very traditional, where I have to create the policy for each and everything."
"Cost should reduce so that people can use it."
"The tool is expensive."
"It is difficult to meet the European security compliancy regulations using Proofpoint since it is very focused on the American market, differing significantly from European policies."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Forcepoint DLP is a bit expensive."
"This solution is quite expensive."
"I can't comment on the cost, as a different department handles that."
"The pricing is fine."
"Forcepoint offers a more cost-effective solution because everything, including OCR, is included in one package, unlike Symantec, where it is an add-on with an additional cost."
"The solution is expensive."
"The price of the solution is expensive."
"They are flexible regarding the pricing and they have a good model for an OEM data classification tool... Forcepoint has been one of the most competitively priced products over the last few years."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
16%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
7%
Insurance Company
7%
Construction Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Performing Arts
10%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business33
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise29
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?
Need to bare server cost if you are going for on prem setup. License cost is negotiable.
What needs improvement with Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention can be improved because the options nowadays involve the use of AI. The approach of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still very traditional, where I have to create...
What is your primary use case for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?
My main use case for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is that I have used it for all three channels: the endpoint, web, and email. The main use case is preventing the exfiltration of personally iden...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?
It was equivalent in cost compared to other solutions. However, technically it far superior product. worth investing little more for better solutions.
What needs improvement with Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?
Cost should reduce so that people can use it. It is very expensive compared to other competitors, and the pricing is a little higher. Local channel partners would be beneficial to have available.
 

Also Known As

Forcepoint DLP, Forcepoint Data Security Suite, Websense Data Security Suite
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Sample Customers

Alphawest, Betsson, Cellcom Israel Ltd., Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, Confartigianato Vicenza, EverBank, Finansbank, iGATE, Landa Digital Printing, Northern California Bank, Reliance Capital, Remosa, Toyota, Scavolini, Zim Integrated Shipping Services
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