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Forescout Platform vs Trellix Endpoint Security Platform comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 21, 2025

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
6.4
Forescout Platform enhances security by automating risk remediation, identifying devices, and targeting vulnerabilities, leading to cost savings.
Sentiment score
8.0
Trellix Endpoint Security offers strong ROI with enhanced security, cost savings, ease of management, and effective ransomware protection.
We have observed tremendous return on investment after implementing Trellix Endpoint Security as it is a more cost-effective solution compared to other products.
Joint Director at PAA
Clients appreciate the solution’s customization capabilities and ongoing product improvements.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
There are two parts: one is the encryption which is standard and no AI is needed, but the data protection part could benefit from AI to detect new types of data and protect it.
VP - Cyber Security at Olam International
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.8
Forescout Platform's customer service is responsive and knowledgeable but needs improvements in partner interactions and consistent service quality.
Sentiment score
7.4
Trellix Endpoint Security Platform's customer service is praised for efficiency but varies in consistency and response time regionally.
We have had experience with their technical support and must pay additionally for maintenance, support, and regional service.
IT Head at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
The response time is a notable issue.
Technical Associate at Valuepoint Systems
I would rate their customer service nine out of ten.
Joint Director at PAA
When we implemented Trellix Endpoint Security in their network, multiple malwares were detected.
Senior Vice President IT at AS IT Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
Forescout Platform is praised for scalability and adaptability, accommodating various environments and needs despite network issues.
Sentiment score
8.2
Trellix Endpoint Security excels in scalability, adaptability, and integration, supporting large enterprises with flexible deployment and resource management.
Scalability can be costly since a physical box needs to be installed for every site.
Director, International IT Infrastructure Support & Information Security at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
I would rate the scalability of the solution as a six out of ten, indicating some challenges due to downtime requirements.
Technical Associate at Valuepoint Systems
Trellix Endpoint Security is scalable.
Joint Director at PAA
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.0
Forescout Platform is highly stable, with minor issues resolved quickly by effective support, earning user confidence in its performance.
Sentiment score
8.1
Trellix Endpoint Security Platform is reliable and well-rated, though occasional performance issues occur during updates or specific configurations.
I would rate its stability as 9.5 out of ten.
Director, International IT Infrastructure Support & Information Security at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
I would rate its stability as nine out of ten.
Joint Director at PAA
I would rate the stability of Trellix Endpoint Security as near perfect, close to ten out of ten.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
I think it's stable enough; earlier it had glitches, but now it's stable enough.
VP - Cyber Security at Olam International
 

Room For Improvement

Forescout users seek enhanced memory management, detection, integration, reporting, interfaces, AI features, affordability, and improved support.
Trellix Endpoint Security needs improvements in speed, integration, user experience, resource usage, and compatibility for better security and support.
It would help if during integration, an admin user could check the password or credential used, as they currently cannot see the password after it is entered and saved.
Security Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Forescout Platform could enhance its integration of AI to improve IoT and OT device security to better meet our needs.
IT Head at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
The console is a fat client, and a web interface would be preferable.
Director, International IT Infrastructure Support & Information Security at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
What needs improvement in Trellix Endpoint Security is the reduction of resource consumption by the scanning feature.
Technical Associate at Valuepoint Systems
Improvements are needed in forensic analytics to detect specific vulnerabilities.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
The product does not seem to be cloud-native.
Architect at a government with 10,001+ employees
 

Setup Cost

Forescout Platform is costly but offers scalable value, with flexible licensing based on devices and potential discounts available.
Trellix Endpoint Security offers mid-range, flexible pricing with rich features, though renewal costs may rise and extras incur fees.
Installing a physical box on each site can be expensive.
Director, International IT Infrastructure Support & Information Security at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
The overall pricing of Forescout Platform is reasonable for the functionality it provides.
IT Head at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
The price of Forescout Platform is reasonable and not overly costly.
Security Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
The license costs are very reasonable, around 1,000 to 1,200 rupees per year.
Technical Associate at Valuepoint Systems
Trellix Endpoint Security is cost-effective and provides excellent value for money.
Joint Director at PAA
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is good; compared to other tools, Trellix Endpoint Security Platform provides lower costs.
Senior Associate at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
 

Valuable Features

Forescout Platform offers agentless network access, endpoint visibility, and seamless integration for efficient security and compliance management.
Trellix Endpoint Security excels with centralized management, integration, real-time monitoring, and adaptability for comprehensive threat protection.
One of the most valuable features of Forescout Platform is its automation, particularly the ability to automate remediation of rogue devices on the network.
Director, International IT Infrastructure Support & Information Security at a manufacturing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
The most effective feature has been network access management, which has been crucial for our primary use cases in the organization.
IT Head at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
When it comes to the effectiveness of Forescout Platform's real-time visibility in reducing the overall attack surface, I give it a 9 out of 10.
Security Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Trellix Endpoint Security is a proven, robust, and cost-effective solution that protects the organization from different types of ransomware and attacks.
Joint Director at PAA
Including options like Application Control (formerly Solidcore), integrated monitoring, change control, DLP, and advanced threat protection, the solution offers comprehensive security.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
The detection capability of Trellix Endpoint Security is higher than traditional antivirus solutions.
Senior Vice President IT at AS IT Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
 

Categories and Ranking

Forescout Platform
Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
20th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
78
Ranking in other categories
Network Access Control (NAC) (5th), IoT Security (4th), Endpoint Compliance (5th)
Trellix Endpoint Security P...
Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
9th
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
159
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (7th), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (10th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Extended Detection and Response (XDR) category, the mindshare of Forescout Platform is 0.9%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trellix Endpoint Security Platform is 3.5%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Trellix Endpoint Security Platform3.5%
Forescout Platform0.9%
Other95.6%
Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
 

Featured Reviews

AshishKumar Rai - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Comprehensive visibility has strengthened endpoint control and automated threat response across networks
When it comes to improving Forescout Platform, I have faced some issues recently, particularly with the switch integration part. When integrating a switch, it asks for the vendor type, and often it does not match. For example, one series of HP switches may not be found in that vendor list. This leads to frustration because you have to check again with different HP models, and once you integrate a switch, you cannot edit the vendor list without removing it. Other issues are being worked on, particularly related to switch integration. I believe they will be fixed in the next upgrade or patch fix. There are no major issues, but the configuration changes needed for the switch model are necessary, and I think it would help if during integration, an admin user could check the password or credential used, as they currently cannot see the password after it is entered and saved.
Abhimanyu Das - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Associate at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Threat detection is effective, and the solution provides good control over device access, but it still needs better troubleshooting options for agent-related issues.
From an improvement perspective, I am looking for a way to troubleshoot situations where the endpoint agent becomes corrupted and requires reinstallation, as there is currently no option to resolve these issues without rebooting the system. I give it a rating of seven because, in today’s scenario, the portal is complicated to navigate. The Trellix Endpoint Security Platform dashboard is somewhat difficult to understand, and it takes considerable time to familiarize oneself with the tools and policies compared to other solutions. For on-premises deployment, I would also like to highlight that the architecture is quite complex, which is an area Trellix Endpoint Security Platform should consider improving.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
14%
Government
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise44
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business67
Midsize Enterprise36
Large Enterprise61
 

Questions from the Community

What advice do you have for others considering Forescout Platform?
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What advice do you have for others considering Forescout Platform?
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What advice do you have for others considering Forescout Platform?
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Also Known As

Forescout Platform, CounterACT for Endpoint Compliance, ForeScout CounterACT
McAfee Endpoint Security, McAfee Endpoint Protection, Intel Security Total Protection for Endpoint, McAfee Complete Endpoint Protection, Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS)
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

NHS Sussex, SAP, SEGA, Vistaprint, Miami Children's Hospital, Pioneer Investments, New York Law School, OmnicomGroup, Meritrust
inHouseIT, Seagate Technology
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