Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager vs Netwrix Data Classification comparison

Microsoft and Netwrix are both solutions in the Data Governance category. Microsoft is ranked #14 with an average rating of 7.9, while Netwrix is ranked #32. Microsoft holds a 1.0% mindshare in DG, compared to Netwrix’s 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 66% of Microsoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Netwrix users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager and Netwrix Data Classification are competing tools in data management and compliance. While Purview Compliance Manager has advantages in pricing and customer support, Netwrix Data Classification offers superior features, making it a valuable investment.

Features: Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager provides comprehensive compliance solutions with advanced tools for risk assessment and management. Netwrix Data Classification offers robust data discovery capabilities, precise data categorization, and tailored data classification tools, facilitating detailed data governance.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is easy to integrate within Microsoft ecosystems and offers strong customer service. Netwrix provides a flexible deployment model that suits various IT environments, with dedicated support ensuring accessibility for diverse setups.

Pricing and ROI: Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is competitively priced, offering a notable ROI when used with Microsoft services. Netwrix Data Classification may involve higher setup costs for its specialized features but provides a compelling return on investment through effective data management and compliance.

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Purview Complianc...

Ranking in Data Governance

14th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Microsoft Security Suite (24th)

Netwrix Data Classification

Ranking in Data Governance

32nd

Average Rating

0.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Data Governance category, the mindshare of Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is 1.0%, down from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netwrix Data Classification is 1.0%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Peter-Murphy

Head of Technology Operations at Pobl Group

Streamlined data management and improved compliance with efficient document classification

The most valuable feature is data classification retention since I deal with terabytes of data, and managing and monitoring it simplifies the process. Additionally, the system provides a dashboard showing our compliance status, which aids in managing compliance tasks. The compliance score feature allows me to assess and compare our compliance across organizations. I've also noticed efficiency gains, especially in handling subject access requests. Previously, these tasks were manual and time-consuming, but now they are streamlined, reducing the process from weeks to just a day.

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Simonas Palevicius

Business Development Manager at BAKOTECH

A comprehensive data classification and information security solution that offers robust functionality, scalability, and competitive pricing

The standout aspect of this solution is its price performance. It's highly flexible and scalable, offering customers the choice to match their needs and budget. It is also user-friendly and effective. Even if you opt for just one module, such as Active Directory, you'll immediately see automated, valuable insights when you install and run the auditor. From a network perspective, it offers an array of well-structured rules. Unlike other systems that require extensive configurations, Netwrix simplifies the process. It's more intuitive and forgiving, meaning you don't need to be an expert to get value from it. Its strength lies in its predefined rules that generate automated reports and more without requiring in-depth knowledge of the system.

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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

"Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is tightly integrated with email solutions like Office 365."

"Microsoft Purview eDiscovery is necessary when using Outlook."

"We move data between clouds and also from on-premises to the cloud. There is no other mechanism to check if this data is moving according to industry standards for such things as security, bandwidth, and SSL encryption mechanism. We would not be able to see these metrics without Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager."

"Purview delivers data protection across multi-cloud and multi-platform environments."

"Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager's eDiscovery is essential for organizations using Outlook as their email service."

"The best aspect is that it requires little to no time for implementation if I am using all of Microsoft's tools."

"The system provides a dashboard showing our compliance status, which aids in managing compliance tasks."

"One of the valuable features of the tool is that it works effectively."

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"It's highly flexible and scalable, offering customers the choice to match their needs and budget."

"Netwrix Data Classification Manager finds the data in a very efficient manner, and the efficacy of the solution is very good."

Cons

"One area for improvement is the technical support for Purview. With all the other solutions from Microsoft we get really good technical support, but with Purview we had a compliance error and we couldn't find the solution. Purview would not point us to the correct solution, it just indicated the error. We had to troubleshoot it and find out what led to this error. We contacted technical support but it took them one week to identify the root cause of the error."

"The speed and accessibility, particularly in the user interface, require significant work."

"When I tried to set up Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager for my organization to ensure people are not sending PII documents, especially payment cards, using keywords for flagging, it disrupted our services, so we had to deactivate it."

"Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is a stable product used by organizations utilizing Outlook as their email client. Despite stability, it needs to be more user-friendly and competitive compared to other eDiscovery tools."

"Microsoft Purview has moved its portal from classic to premium with some display improvements, yet not much in options and functionalities."

"There could be improved automation for handling tasks in bulk or in an automated way."

"The customer service experience is not satisfactory. The support staff, who are often outsourced, seem not adequately equipped to handle issues quickly and efficiently."

"Integrating add-on licenses, which currently offer additional features at a cost, into the base product would be beneficial, especially for a charity organization to avoid incurring extra costs."

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"Netwrix Data Classification Manager is very good at network data classification, but it also has to work on endpoint data classification because clients ask for it."

"One of the key issues is its interface and querying capabilities, which can be complex, making it difficult to interpret logs."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing and licensing are moderate because we have other licenses for Microsoft services. The pricing is in line with that."

"Netwrix Data Classification Manager has an affordable price."

"The initial pricing might seem reasonable, but costs can quickly escalate when adding components."

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Computer Software Company

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12%

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Financial Services Firm

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Computer Software Company

13%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager?

We have more visibility of data and how it is being shared.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager?

While not cheap, Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is priced at 60% to 70% compared to some competitors. Additional costs may involve OCR page scanning.

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager?

When I tried to set up Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager for my organization to ensure people are not sending PII documents, especially payment cards, using keywords for flagging, it disrupted o...

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What do you like most about Netwrix Data Classification Manager?

Netwrix Data Classification Manager finds the data in a very efficient manner, and the efficacy of the solution is very good.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netwrix Data Classification Manager?

Netwrix Data Classification Manager has an affordable price. Since the solution is priced according to the client's market size, everybody can afford it.

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What needs improvement with Netwrix Data Classification Manager?

Netwrix Data Classification Manager is very good at network data classification, but it also has to work on endpoint data classification because clients ask for it. Although the solution is easy to...

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Overview

Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager is a feature in the Microsoft 365 compliance center that helps you manage your organization’s compliance requirements with greater ease and convenience. Compliance Manager can help you throughout your compliance journey, from taking inventory of your data protection risks to managing the complexities of implementing controls, staying current with regulations and certifications, and reporting to auditors.

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Netwrix Data Classification effectively manages and categorizes data to enhance data security and regulatory compliance. Users praise its robust data classification, automatic scanning, easy integration, customizable policies, and comprehensive reporting. The tool improves efficiency, communication, and collaboration, driving productivity and streamlined workflows.

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