McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention vs Symantec Endpoint Encryption comparison

The compared McAfee and Broadcom solutions aren't in the same category. McAfee is ranked #21 in DLP , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 1.0% mindshare in the category. Broadcom is ranked #3 in EE , with an average rating of 8.2, and holds a 7.9% mindshare. Additionally, 77% of McAfee users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention and Symantec Endpoint Encryption based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention vs. Symantec Endpoint Encryption

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Mindshare comparison

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention	1.0%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention	6.9%
Cyera	5.3%
Other	86.8%

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Symantec Endpoint Encryption	7.9%
Microsoft BitLocker	17.8%
ESET Endpoint Encryption	8.0%
Other	66.3%

Endpoint Encryption

Featured Reviews

Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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Kalidas Mangle

Sr. System Engineer at Zensar Technologies

Data protection has improved as we restrict uploads to third-party sites and control devices

We are using customizable policies in the product. Everything is fine regarding alerting and reporting features; we got a notification as well as we received the required events, and it is working well. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is different; whatever the logs are there, they are available on the ePO, so we cannot directly integrate DLP to any third-party tool. We need to actually integrate the ePO itself to enable integration. We are just restricting data to be uploaded, which is the best option that allows us to control organizational data, making it the biggest benefit for us in McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention. We are protecting data to be uploaded on third party URLs, which helps us meet our needs.

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Keshav Darekar

Security Risk Manager at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

Remote management capability ensures efficient security implementation for endpoints and servers

I use Symantec Endpoint Encryption for endpoint and server security. My current role involves preparing a design document for implementing security features for the product Symantec Endpoint Encryption is easy to use and manage. The solution's remote management capability is helpful, and it…

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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

"Cloudflare One has assisted in securing my remote workforce through a SASE solution with Cloudflare One and the Workers part, although I am not currently using the Workers component."

"For Cloudflare Access, I am using the free plan...The most valuable feature is their protection."

"The solution has different options that can be used to differentiate DDoS attacks."

"Cloudflare is simple to use."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform removes the risk of exposing the applications to the public."

"Cloudflare is by far the most effective solution that I have come across."

"Cloudflare is simple to use."

"What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection."

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"The product is largely stable."

"The user is given a high level of confidence, which is a very good feature of the solution."

"The ability to block all USBs from the McAfee portal has been great."

"The most valuable feature of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is data loss prevention."

"It can scale."

"Offers some good protection features."

"The ability to block all USBs from the McAfee portal has been great."

"The most valuable feature right now is the user control."

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"We use it for protecting accounts, which is its most valuable feature."

"Disk encryption and file and folder encryption are the most valuable and used features. It is also very well integrated with Symantec Messaging Gateway and Symantec DLP, which is helpful in protecting any kind of information that goes outside. Symantec DLP catches an email and sends it to the encryption server. The encryption server encrypts the email and intimates to the user that confidential information is being sent out. The administrator can then take appropriate action."

"The solution was stable and did not crash."

"It is stable."

"The most valuable feature is that it works in the background so that the end-users are not aware of what is happening on the laptop."

"The initial setup was easy."

"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is an all-in-one solution that is completely expandable."

"I used this solution to protect my workstation from malware and other threats such as viruses and worms."

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Cons

"Our customers no longer use Cloudflare because its service is subpar."

"Feedback could be enhanced. While I work efficiently with Clover as a partner in Mexico City, sometimes the information and requests are easier to manage with more concrete solutions."

"Cloudflare DDoS has poor technical support."

"There are premium tier live service and lower tier live service, so we opted for the lower tier. But there is no medium tier where we pay a little extra and get a bit more service. So if that can be improved."

"The response time for support must be reduced."

"They don't have a person to provide support for customers using the solution under their free plan."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform needs to improve its documentation. It took time to do the implementation."

"The software has automated alerts, but the automated alerts are not available in the mobile app."

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"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."

"The ability of it to stop the most advanced malware and other unknown types of attacks didn't live up to the expectations that were associated with a whitelisting solution."

"The interface can be improved, it's too cluttered."

"The product is difficult to use. I don't like the McAfee product and have had a negative user experience."

"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention could improve by having artificial intelligence."

"Technical support doesn't really offer fast response times."

"The licensing cost for McAfee Total Protection could be cheaper, but apart from that, I don't need anything else. The software has what I need."

"Integration with other vendors could be improved. For example, with Chrome or Firefox."

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"Symantec Endpoint Encryption can improve by being more secure."

"More features need to be included in the encryption software."

"We would like some advanced security protection features."

"The UI could be improved."

"We would like some advanced security protection features."

"The solution does not have endpoint control."

"The program's disk encryption is not very friendly with Microsoft OS updates. We have a problem with updates failing unless we use a time-consuming work-around."

"Technical support needs to be better. They need more skilled techs and they need to be faster at responding."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The solution is not that expensive."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive."

"If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."

"The price of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive. It is not the most expensive solution but it is typically 15 to 20 percent higher than other solutions. There is no additional cost to using McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention."

"I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."

"The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."

"There is an annual license to use this solution."

"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is an expensive solution."

"The price of the solution could improve, it is expensive. We typically sell one and three-year licenses."

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"The pricing is fair but there is variability in our area that needs to be addressed."

"There is a license required for this solution."

"The solution is good, but it is more expensive than other solutions in the market. Other solutions, such as BitLocker are less expensive."

"It can be expensive. However, if you plan to scale or are at a large enterprise company, this product could be what you need."

"The license is not very expensive."

"Considering the fluctuation in exchange rates in our part of the world, we find it generally affordable."

"Symantec Endpoint Encryption is not expensive."

"The cost of this solution is a little on the higher side."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

21%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	11

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	8

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	19
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	16

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Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive en...

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What do you like most about Symantec Endpoint Encryption?

Antivirus, URL filtering, and firewall protection are the most effective features for data protection.

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Also Known As

Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

McAfee Total Protection for Data, McAfee Total Protection for DLP, Total Protection for Data, Intel Security Total Protection for Data

Symantec Drive Encryption

Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

Cloudflare

McAfee Total Protection for Data solution suite protects your data using a combination of powerful encryption, access control, and user-behavior monitoring.

McAfee

Symantec Drive Encryption, powered by PGP technology provides organizations with strong full-disk and removable media encryption and the ability to integrate with Symantec Data Loss Prevention. Intuitive management enables enterprise scale deployments and features compliance-based, out-of-the-box reporting plus customizable reports. Management capabilities include support for native OS encryption (FileVault2) and Opal compliant self-encrypting drives.

Broadcom

Sample Customers

23andMe

Kleberg Bank

Citrix Systems Inc., City of Lansing, Commercial & Industrial Property, France T_l_visions, Fujian Mobile Co. Ltd., Group Lotus plc, Hall Booth Smith & Slover, P.C. (HBSS), Portugal Telecom, PostFinance, Public Pension Agency

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McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention vs. Symantec Endpoint Encryption

March 2020

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