Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting vs Netsurion comparison

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Microsoft and Netsurion are both solutions in the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) category. Microsoft is ranked #18 with an average rating of 9.0, while Netsurion is ranked #31. Microsoft holds a 1.3% mindshare in MDR, compared to Netsurion’s 1.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Netsurion users who would recommend it.

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92% willing to recommend

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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting and Netsurion based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Defender Experts ...

Ranking in Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

18th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Netsurion

Ranking in Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

31st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Managed Security Services Providers (MSSP) (21st), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (50th), SOC as a Service (9th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (46th)

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting is 1.3%, down from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netsurion is 1.2%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Managed Detection and Response (MDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting	1.3%
Netsurion	1.2%
Other	97.5%

Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

Featured Reviews

Joe Cicero

Chief Marketing Officer at a computer software company with 201-500 employees

Proactive threat hunting has strengthened our defenses and provides expert support for incidents

Proactive threat hunting as well as the Ask an Expert feature, which is a button inside of the XDR portal that becomes available when the customer owns Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting, are the best features it offers. If a customer or one of our analysts needs extra support or has a question about a Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting notification, they can click on that button and chat directly with a Microsoft security analyst to get more information or fill in any gaps regarding the Ask an Expert feature. Improved detection rates are one of the specific outcomes that show the positive impact because Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting is a second set of eyes or a second team looking for emerging threats within a shared customer's environment. For us, the proactive approach that Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting is always running is valuable, and we see those alerts pop up inside of our incident queues in Microsoft Sentinel and we respond and acknowledge them. In many cases, Microsoft might see an alert from a zero-day that we aren't even aware of yet or the industry isn't aware of yet and we see that tagged within our incident queue, which allows us to follow up with it much sooner than had we had to search and detect for it ourselves. Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting helps my customers detect or prevent emerging threats that are not yet published but Microsoft has visibility into. Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting's reporting and analytics are clear and actionable, and the fact that it's tied to the MITRE framework puts it all in a common language. Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting helps my customers comply with industry regulations or standards, though I am unsure how, but many have requirements for threat hunting and this checks that box. Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting helps my team respond to incidents by providing a backstop, which does speed up the process and improve outcomes.

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John-Berry

Information Technology Manager at ProfitSolv

The SOC center monitors, hunts, and notifies us of threats around the clock

I know they are working to resolve this issue, but Netsurion is currently unable to retrieve logs from S3 buckets. We use WP Engine for a lot of web hosting as well as AWS, and both of these platforms use S3 buckets. I would like Netsurion to be able to pull logs from Linux devices. We have some of that capability, and I believe they can do it. However, the way it works with Amazon is strange and glitchy. Therefore, working something out with Amazon would be great. Netsurion's SOC can be a bit too aggressive at times. We have asked them to adjust their playbook because I am tired of being notified about the same issue multiple times a day. I am aware of the issue, and it is not a cause for concern. Let's only take action on this issue if we see an actual problem.

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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

"Easy to use is what my customers say is the biggest benefit of Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting for them."

"Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting helps my customers detect or prevent emerging threats that are not yet published but Microsoft has visibility into."

"What really stands out about Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting is that it's easy to use, the cost is clear, and the pricing is transparent, with straightforward onboarding in hybrid, cloud, or on-premise environments."

"The solution helps to detect some suspicious items for us and our clients."

"The best feature of this solution is that it is an integrated and comprehensive solution for the entire Microsoft ecosystem."

"We have also integrated our endpoint security into the Netsurion SIEM. That's important because we have all the events in one place; we don't have to manage them in multiple places. In addition, the embedded MITRE ATT&CK Framework was paramount in our decision to choose Managed Threat Protection because the MITRE Framework is the industry standard for threats."

"They have what they call Elasticsearch which is very quick, although that's only available for the last seven days' worth of data. It used to be that, if I wanted to do a search from three days ago, it might take me 10 to 15 minutes because it had to actually unzip some archive files. So I really like that feature. It's almost instantaneous for anything within the last seven days."

"EventTracker has increased productivity and saved us time, absolutely."

"Netsurion was easy to deploy. I have worked with other systems that were a little less complex, but they weren't quite as easy to deploy."

"I really appreciate the fact that the dashboard breaks everything down into a pretty easy view for me... It shows what changes are happening to privileged user accounts, access and identity, what's cropping up. It shows application activity and whether we've got system resources that aren't online and being found anymore. It's a pretty simple, easy, quick hit and there are the supporting logs behind it. If I need to drill down further, I can do that quickly. It's very effective."

"They have a number of integrations with different products. Google Workspace is one of them, and Microsoft Azure is another one. They integrate with a number of other things, such as Duo for multi-factor authentication. They can pull the logs from Duo to see if users are coming from bad repeatable IPs or if there are malicious known IPs that may be popping up in the logs. They are able to see that, and they can identify that. Some of the other integrations they do are from inside your network. For firewalls, they can integrate with SonicWall, Cisco, Fortinet, etc. They have a pretty wide variety of things to integrate with and be able to pull the logins from those devices."

"The biggest lesson I have learned is that the outsourcing of this service has a dramatic impact on the organization."

"Netsurion has its own security operations center, where it tracks information that comes across our telemetry."

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Cons

"The solution’s user interface could be improved."

"The price of the solution is costly, which I find significant."

"There is a lot of change in a small period. This might not be helpful for IT administrators and users."

"As a partner, Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting could be improved by getting earlier threat detection signals so we could proactively research on our own end and help support a campaign to raise awareness as well as proactive response."

"We tried the proactive threat hunting feature, but it was not a good experience with Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting. It created more trouble than expected with false positives and non-expected answers."

"The solution's dashboard is okay. The one thing that we ran into are issues when we upgraded to the newer version. It uses Elasticsearch for the different dashboard entries. So, we were running on spinning disks, and Elasticsearch didn't work that well. A number of the different dashboards, like my dashboard or different things like that, pull from Elasticsearch. Since Elasticsearch really wasn't working, we were having some issues with that, but we just migrated."

"They have their programs and tools that you have to put into your own environment. We basically ingest all the log data and then push it out to them. I wish it was a little bit different than that where we just push directly towards them. I do not know if that is a function that they thought would be better in terms of security, but I wish that instead of doing that, it should go from the device to them and not from the device to another system and then out to them. There seem to be some drawbacks to doing that."

"The system requirements are very, very high. So I need a pretty powerful server to run. If they could lighten that load so that the on-premise part of their product didn't impact my systems as much that would be ideal."

"The MITRE ATT&CK framework could be faster when identifying and understanding sophisticated threats. Whenever something happens, we usually get notified a couple hours later."

"Using Netsurion has not meant we have consolidated cybersecurity technologies."

"I'd like to see improvement in the ease of generating reports. It seems fairly cumbersome whenever you decide to start tracking new categories of events. It seems a little kludgy when trying to generate those reports."

"Netsurion's SOC can be a bit too aggressive at times."

"Where there is an opportunity for improvement is in the interface used for performing the searches. You have to understand Elasticsearch search too well for the security team to be able to take really full advantage of that part of the product. It's not as intuitive as I would like it to be for new staff coming in. The general query capability is a little bit challenging."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"It is a bit expensive as compared to some of the other products that have come out in recent years. Expense-wise, the only downside is that it is not cheap."

"I don't know if the pricing is by the seat but we're paying about $20,000 to 25,000 a year. On top of that, we pay for the managed support services. That runs us about another $35,000 or $40,000 a year."

"Our pricing for Netsurion last year was US $52,000 per year."

"The pricing and licensing seem very reasonable. The managed service part of it feels like it gives me the equivalent of a full-time engineer for a lot less money. So, I feel it's a good value."

"The solution is fairly expensive, but in my experience, all of the SIEM applications that I've evaluated or looked at cost about the same."

"Our budget follows the calendar year. We just started a new budget year at the beginning of the month. We did budget for an increase in our threat management system selection. Therefore, we have the budget to implement and accommodate a threat management system change, including an increase for the quoted actions that we received to improve EventTracker. We are just waiting on our council to approve that budget, which might not be for a little while. Hopefully, when they do, we will be able to jump on doing something."

"In the security space, it's hard to quantify your return on investment. So, I don't. We spend about $40,000 a year and so. It's hard to say if the SIEM saved that much money."

"Netsurion's pricing is competitive. At the same time, they're the only ones who do what we want to do the way we want it. I can't say we would've paid more, but we would've had to have come up with our own solution if they weren't providing that."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

20%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Outsourcing Company

19%

Construction Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

Performing Arts

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	7

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting?

As a partner, Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting could be improved by getting earlier threat detection signals so we could proactively research on our own end and help support a campaign to rai...

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting?

As a working security partner, my main use case for Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting is that many of our customers also have Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting and really find a lot of va...

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What advice do you have for others considering Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting?

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Netsurion Managed Threat Protection, Netsurion EventTracker

Overview

Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting empowers businesses with advanced threat detection and incident response capabilities, leveraging proactive threat hunting and expert consultation to enhance cybersecurity posture across diverse environments.

Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting provides a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that integrates well with Microsoft tools, enabling organizations to detect, explain, and manage threats efficiently. It uses the MITRE framework for reporting, enhancing detection strategies and regulatory compliance efforts, offering increased protection against nation-state and financially motivated cyber threats. With tools like KQL query capability, direct access to security analysts via the Ask an Expert button, and automation features, it enhances threat intel updates and saves significant man-hours for security teams.

What key features set Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting apart?

KQL Query Capability: Provides powerful data querying to identify potential threats.
Proactive Threat Hunting: Enables security teams to detect threats before they cause harm.
Ask an Expert Button: Allows direct chat with security analysts for expert insight.
Improved Detection Rates: Utilizes advanced algorithms to enhance threat detection accuracy.
Integration with MITRE Framework: Utilizes a robust framework for thorough threat identification.
Strategic Ecosystem Integration: Compatible with Microsoft tools for a cohesive cybersecurity strategy.

What benefits should organizations expect from using Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting?

Increased Threat Detection Precision: Provides reliable detection backed by Microsoft's extensive data.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Saves manpower through automation, allowing teams to focus on impactful tasks.
Regulatory Compliance Support: Assists in meeting compliance requirements through structured reporting.
Streamlined Incident Response: Reduces incident handling time with expert insights and integrated tools.

Industries employing Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting integrate it with Azure Sentinel and other cybersecurity tools to bolster threat response strategies. Entities benefit from advanced threat signals, enhancing protection against sophisticated cyber threats, particularly useful for sectors facing threats from nation-state and financially supported actors.

Microsoft

Netsurion offers real-time alerts, weekly reports, and a user-friendly interface, facilitating security event visibility and threat detection. Its capabilities include seamless platform integration, quick setup, 24/7 SOC monitoring, and fast data retrieval via Elasticsearch.

Netsurion enhances IT security by providing centralized log management, abnormal activity alerts, and compliance reports. Users often employ it for VPN monitoring, firewall scrutiny, and vulnerability assessment. The system's frequent updates ensure effective cybersecurity management, while its managed SOC service supports ongoing threat monitoring and response. Despite its strengths, users suggest improvements in interface simplicity, report generation speed, and search functionalities.

What are Netsurion's key features?

Real-Time Alerts: Instant notifications for security incidents and activities.
Weekly Reports: Regular updates on security events and system performance.
User-Friendly Interface: Easy navigation and setup for fast implementation.
24/7 SOC Monitoring: Around-the-clock security operations center support.
Elasticsearch: Quick data retrieval and processing for efficient analysis.

What benefits should users look for?

Streamlined Threat Detection: Efficiently identifies and responds to threats.
Enhanced Data Retrieval: Faster access to logs and security data.
Improved Compliance Management: Meets regulatory requirements with ease.
Seamless Platform Integration: Easy connection with multiple platforms.
Insight into Network Activities: Provides detailed analysis of network behavior.

Netsurion is implemented across diverse industries to provide comprehensive security monitoring and compliance management. Companies use it to gather and analyze log data, manage firewall activities, assess vulnerabilities, and facilitate event logging. This aids in enhancing security posture and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Sample Customers

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The Salvation Army, The FRESH Market, Pacific Western Bank, NASA, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), and Talbot’s Stores

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