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

The compared McAfee and Broadcom solutions aren't in the same category. McAfee is ranked #23 in DLP , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 0.9% mindshare in the category. Broadcom is ranked #16 in EPP , with an average rating of 7.1, and holds a 3.3% 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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Mindshare comparison

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention	0.9%
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention	8.0%
Varonis Platform	5.8%
Other	85.3%

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Symantec Endpoint Security	3.3%
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint	7.8%
CrowdStrike Falcon	6.6%
Other	82.3%

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

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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Kumbesh Rajagopal

Senior Security Delivery Analyst at Accenture

Management becomes easier with minimal complications, but improvement in support tools needed

Regarding areas of improvement for Symantec Endpoint Security, there are many changes, and the support portal tool is complicated compared to other tools. When trying to get service from Symantec, the process is complex. I'm not sure whether it's because of my project or something else. Though it is easy to manage, easy to get, easy to install, and works efficiently for managing policies, we faced a significant disadvantage. We wanted to add multiple hashes because of numerous new alerts coming, but we could only add them one by one, which is a considerable disadvantage in Symantec.

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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 blocking feature is very good."

"It will take the blow rather than our applications should an attack occur."

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

"It's the endpoint exposition. We don't need to expose our VPN server to the internet and need a zero-test solution. I can apply some conditional access to the endpoint that's connecting to our network to check their security policies or the security condition of their workstation. Once the workstation is trying to connect to my internal network, then I would like to check the discrete condition of these endpoints that are trying to access my internal network. We created some conditional access. We have CrowdStrike, to check if the CrowdStrike is installed, to check if it's updated, and to check for Windows updates. We created some conditional policies to check it."

"This solution is easy to understand and easy to configure."

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

"Cloudflare DDoS is better than its competitors for its security, deployment, and scalability."

"Using Cloudflare One makes my work quite easy because for DDoS protection, all I need to do is understand the OSI model and click; it makes it easier than trying to write a command line or use a Linux command."

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"This solution has a rich set of policies."

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

"The most valuable features of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention are the DLP. The DLP, data loss prevention is the most important feature right now that users are looking for."

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

"The overall features of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention are very good."

"Enables customization of file types and for different scenarios."

"McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is a very stable product."

"The solution is very user-friendly and valuable."

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"The pricing is pretty good."

"The most valuable features of Symantec Endpoint Security are endpoint protection, antivirus, firewall, and policy creation."

"Endpoint protection has improved our operations by protecting our servers from potential cyber threats."

"SEP, the entire suite of components, provides good endpoint protection."

"It's a robust product."

"With Symantec, I always know this tool will be reliable and with the latest protection."

"The most valuable feature of Symantec Endpoint Security is the protection of our systems."

"It is a scalable product and is average stability-wise."

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Cons

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

"The response time for support must be reduced."

"Our subscription plan for the solution has a limitation of bot signatures."

"Lacks a VPN feature to provide a secure connection to the data center."

"The tool should provide on-premise versions. Currently, all versions are cloud-based."

"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 pricing is an area that can be improved. Pricing, as far as I recall, was the source of our problems."

"The free plan has limitations. For example, I can only set up three rules, and the application firewall is unavailable."

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"The pricing is high for licensing and support and the GUI interface is good but could use updating."

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

"The solution needs to be a one-stop protection shop. And yet, the DLP isn't strong. Anyone can break it quite easily."

"There are a lot of vulnerabilities and viruses and malware can proliferate."

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

"Lacks GDPR regulations to enhance security."

"We faced many issues with the solution's customer support, and it should be made customer-friendly and more responsive."

"The UI needs to be simplified."

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"There are a few negative points. They should separate the feature for each separate solution for mobile devices. The second one is about the price, it's expensive. Finally, the third would be the complexity of implementation."

"The whitelisting feature does not work as expected."

"The support needs to be better. When we upgrade, we can run into issues, and it's hard to get the help we require."

"Its GUI needs improvement. It's good, but it needs to be improved in terms of management and reporting."

"Symantec Endpoint Security can improve management because it is difficult to do. It is not a straightforward tool to use. Additionally, the dashboards and reports could be better. It is difficult to understand what exactly is your current status."

"I find the documentation on Symantec.com to be not very updated. It seems like Symantec focuses more on their product than on documentation."

"If a machine is infected by ransomware, it's hard to recover the data. We don't have any data on the client, so we're not overly concerned about that. Still, it would be nice to have this feature if there are any future problems."

"I would like to see improvements in the scanning part of the solution, specifically to enhance the CPU and hard disk usage during scanning and updates to prevent disruption during work hours."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

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

"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."

"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."

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

"The solution is not that expensive."

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

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

"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."

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

"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."

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

"It's not a cheap option."

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

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"When it comes to pricing, Sophos is preferrable to Symantec."

"Regarding the licensing, it was important negotiate a long contract to get a more attractive price, including advanced support in case of crisis."

"It is the better product, even if it is a little on the higher side."

"It's not cheap."

"We have some customers on a one-year license and others on a three-year license."

"Symantec Endpoint Security is a moderately priced solution."

"The price of the product is competitive if compared to its competitors in the market."

"Symantec Endpoint Security is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Retailer

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

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

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	69
Midsize Enterprise	32
Large Enterprise	63

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Symantec have everything – documentation, videos, data sheets.

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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 EPP, Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)

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.

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Symantec Endpoint Security is a robust and reliable product that provides complete protection against viruses, malware, Trojans, and malicious files. It offers application and device control, ease of use in deploying and updating, a central control console, stability, scalability, auto-discovery capabilities, patch management, endpoint detection and response capabilities, intrusion detection module.

The Symantec Global Intelligence Network (GIN) provides threat intelligence and detection across endpoints, email, and web traffic. It has helped organizations reduce downtime, increase productivity, and improve security posture. Symantec Endpoint Security is easy to use, has a flexible administration, and offers more value than expected.

Broadcom

Sample Customers

23andMe

Kleberg Bank

Audio Visual Dynamics, Red Deer Advocate, Asia Pacific Telecom Co. Ltd., Kibbutz Ein Gedi, and AMETEK, Inc.

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