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Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum vs Kaspersky Total Security 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:
 

Categories and Ranking

Kaspersky Endpoint Detectio...
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
33rd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Kaspersky Total Security
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
27th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.7
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum is 0.9%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Kaspersky Total Security is 0.9%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
 

Featured Reviews

Rizki Arya Indracahya - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficient integration and log monitoring enhances security operations
The central management needs improvement. The ease of use for updating and managing through the web console is difficult and lacks features. Integration with Mobile Device Management ( /categories/mobile-device-management-mdm ) is not good, and controlling client update times can become problematic. If there is a network issue during an update, it can create junk files on the system, filling up disk space.
Ashford Asante - PeerSpot reviewer
A tool with an easy initial setup phase that can be centrally managed by users
What needs to be improved is what my company sends to Kaspersky's team when we are working with it, and then they work on it, which is why we always have updates to take care of the bugs and all those things. You can't have one thing in the solution that needs to be improved. The solution is affordable. For the solution itself, while you are working with it, you come across stuff, that Kaspersky's network helps you deal with since you can send your stuff to Kaspersky's team, and they have access to certain reports, and based on the reports and what what are we doing, the solution is always worked on, so that it can be made the best and efficient application. On a daily basis, the tool is being improved, and I am okay with it. Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business Select is automated. The cloud application for Kaspersky is automated. For the solution needed for individual systems, Kaspersky provides you with a platform that provides internet security. With Kaspersky, you have a platform that allows you to access www.kaspersky.com and see the systems that you have worked on in the past. If you need to do anything with your individual machines indirectly, you can manage it through a centralized system. The solution's automation capabilities is an area where certain improvements are required.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum have met our requirements."
"The most beneficial aspect of Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum is its protection capabilities, followed by its device management capabilities. The ability to remotely install software is highly advantageous, making it a convenient and helpful feature."
"It offers features like system hardening, vulnerability management, patch management, and device control, which are not present in other solutions."
"The most advantageous aspect is tracking and taking action automatically."
"I mostly like how they capture particular files and submit them to other files, and they have the solution console. And for example, we are using the one in for an application, like, on the RansomFree, if there are any vulnerabilities in patches coming, in the future, they fix these."
"The solution's most valuable features are the advanced detection and anti-theft features."
"It protects against malware and secures the network."
"It fulfills security and protection requirements against newly discovered malware, especially ransomware attacks."
"Kaspersky Total Security directly detects if there are any threats on the internet or when I use a USB stick."
"It has advanced features for detecting malware and ensuring customer safety."
"I find the solution to be very stable in terms of security and protection of the data."
"Kaspersky Total Security is a stable solution...Kaspersky Total Security is a scalable solution."
"The protection has been top-notch, according to our use case and ISP."
"The most valuable features of the solution stem from the fact that it can be centrally managed, allowing users to know what is happening and what can be expected in the systems."
"The solution has a lot of features like IDS and IPS detection system, antispam, and firewall."
"The most beneficial feature of Kaspersky Total Security for me is its all-in-one antivirus solution with continuous signature updates for effective malware detection and prevention."
 

Cons

"Occasionally, I encounter connection problems, and the signal is not very good."
"I want Kaspersky to extend its products to internet protection. For example, I would like them to develop a firewall integrated with EDR."
"Security features could be improved."
"In terms of the Pakistani market and talking from a salesperson's perspective, I'd suggest that Kaspersky introduce a bundle of Kaspersky EDR-Optimum or Kaspersky EDR-Expert along with its Business Select/Advance suite."
"The central management needs improvement. The ease of use for updating and managing through the web console is difficult and lacks features."
"Occasionally, I encounter connection problems, and the signal is not very good."
"We would like more data to be available from this solution, in order for it to be usable in strategic decision making."
"The application should be made a bit lighter so that it does not slow down the PC."
"Kaspersky Total Security should be easier to manage and improve user interaction. Resetting often requires some experience, which can be a problem for generic users. Web users also encounter some issues that should be improved."
"Anti-malware and anti-phishing policies in the solution are areas with certain shortcomings where improvements are required."
"Kaspersky has to improve its response when there is an incident. They need to respond faster."
"Regarding improvement, Kaspersky has a slightly larger system footprint, leading to a 5-10% performance slowdown compared to when I wasn't using Kaspersky."
"Kaspersky Total Security is an expensive solution, and its pricing could be improved."
"Kaspersky Total Security's configuration part is complex."
"Enhancing the encryption code, particularly in relation to ransomware would be a great addition for future use."
"Its interface needs to be more user-friendly."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum is affordability, even for companies with limited budgets, such as those in the Pakistani market. It is a subscription-based license."
"The pricing is totally reasonable."
"Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum is more affordable than the endpoint security product of Fortinet. Whether it's worth the money depends on your security strategy."
"The price is good, not too high."
"The tool’s pricing is yearly. The solution’s pricing is expensive."
"The solution could be made a bit cheaper."
"Kaspersky gives a consolidated price with a good solution. If we choose something else, we need to add other options on our own."
"The price of the solution is reasonable. It cost approximately €10,000 annually."
"I like this solution due to its cost-free nature"
"Users need to pay a licensing fee for the solution, which is neither cheap nor expensive."
"The solution's pricing is cheap and better than that of Sophos."
"The product is not expensive."
"We have a yearly license, and it's not expensive."
"Kaspersky Total Security is not an expensive solution."
"The pricing of the solution is good."
"There is a need to renew the license on an annual basis."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Educational Organization
8%
Computer Software Company
27%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Educational Organization
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum?
The product's most valuable feature is the flexibility of installation with the console and a simple administration strategy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum?
Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum is reasonably priced for the market. I do not know the exact cost of the license per endpoint or annually.
What needs improvement with Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum?
For improvement, I recommend automating the deletion of licenses when uninstalling Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Optimum. The product could be improved by resolving the problem with uni...
What do you like most about Kaspersky Total Security?
I am satisfied with the solution's security features because we have been using it for years.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Kaspersky Total Security?
The pricing for Kaspersky Total Security is quite affordable, rated at eight out of ten, and all necessary licensing fees are included.
What needs improvement with Kaspersky Total Security?
The system can be demanding on resources, making devices busy when running the client application. It would be beneficial if the resource usage could be reduced to lessen the burden on devices.
 

Overview

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