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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Purview Information Protection and Varonis Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Governance solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Microsoft Purview Information Protection vs. Varonis Platform Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"We can restrict access or specify who can see sensitivity labels, which can be based on the classification level. We can encrypt restricted content and limit who can see that from an internal view, too, so Purview is a powerful tool.""It ensures that sensitive data is automatically safeguarded, even for email attachments, regardless of the user or device.""Incorporating data loss prevention capabilities built into the Microsoft platform to endpoints, such as Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers, can also help prevent data loss and is highly advantageous.""The UI is user-friendly, and I have observed that it improves further each year.""Before using it, we had a lot of unlabeled data, and the tool helped us quickly and accurately label a large number of documents."

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"The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand what's happening in our environment.""Varonis Platform is transparent and captures everything in the environment without impacting the performance. The tool helps us unify data feeds into a single reporting system."

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Cons
"Microsoft Purview Information Protection can improve in terms of scan concurrency and scan processing time.""There is potential for more integration in the use of AI.""There is room for improvement with the policy tips feature.""Our primary concern is third-party application visibility. Many people choose other DLP tools, as they can search the Office 365 suite and detect sensitive information across thousands of other apps. The product is weak compared to the competitors on the DLP front, but the classification is good; the tool needs a bit more maturation.""Microsoft can improve the affordability of Purview Information Protection by offering it at a lower cost."

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"The product is very complicated."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The product is affordable, and our clients agree. Sensitivity labels come with the MIP license at an additional $2 a month per user, an excellent deal for auto-labeling capabilities."
  • "The price is determined by the enterprise licensing, either the E3 or E5 licensing or the EMS plus security and other feature licensing."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:It ensures that sensitive data is automatically safeguarded, even for email attachments, regardless of the user or device.
    Top Answer:The pricing and licensing for the product are quite expensive. Some advanced features are included in the E5 licensing, and it might be beneficial to see some of those features integrated into E3 to… more »
    Top Answer:Microsoft Purview Information Protection can improve in terms of scan concurrency and scan processing time. Currently, the default limit for scans is a bit restrictive, and reducing the time it takes… more »
    Top Answer:The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand… more »
    Top Answer:The tool's update process is not easy as compared to other tools.
    Top Answer:We use the product for auditing, and keeping track of shares. It ensures proper access control and monitors file creation, access by relevant users, and productivity analytics.
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    Rating
    7.8
    10th
    out of 57 in Data Governance
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    Average Words per Review
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    8.0
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    Microsoft Information Protection
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    Overview

    Implement Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) to help you discover, classify, and protect sensitive information wherever it lives or travels.

    MIP capabilities are included with Microsoft 365 Compliance and give you the tools to know your data, protect your data, and prevent data loss.

    To learn more about our solution, ask questions, and share feedback, join our Microsoft Security, Compliance and Identity Community.

    Varonis Platform is a comprehensive data security and analytics solution that helps organizations protect their critical data from insider threats and cyberattacks. Its primary use case is to provide visibility and control over data access, usage, and permissions across multiple platforms and environments. 

    The most valuable functionality is its ability to analyze and monitor data activity in real-time, identify abnormal behavior, and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks. It uses machine learning algorithms to detect and alert users to suspicious activities, such as data exfiltration, privilege abuse, and ransomware attacks. 

    This platform enables organizations to understand and manage their data risks effectively. It helps prevent data breaches, identify and remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with various data protection regulations. By leveraging increased visibility into data usage, organizations make informed decisions regarding access controls and permissions, minimizing the potential for data leakage or unauthorized access. 

    Moreover, Varonis Platform improves incident response and investigation capabilities by providing detailed audit trails and forensics capabilities. It helps organizations quickly identify the source of a security incident, understand its impact, and take appropriate actions to remediate the situation. 

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    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm17%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Government7%
    Insurance Company6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company14%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Insurance Company8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise67%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise64%
    Buyer's Guide
    Microsoft Purview Information Protection vs. Varonis Platform
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Microsoft Purview Information Protection vs. Varonis Platform and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Microsoft Purview Information Protection is ranked 6th in Data Governance with 5 reviews while Varonis Platform is ranked 10th in Data Governance with 2 reviews. Microsoft Purview Information Protection is rated 7.8, while Varonis Platform is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Microsoft Purview Information Protection writes "Provides protection across multiple environments, can classify data and represent it graphically, and has the option for customer-managed teams to encrypt and manage data". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Varonis Platform writes "Offers visibility and helps to keep track of access ". Microsoft Purview Information Protection is most compared with Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender XDR, BigID, Informatica Axon and Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention, whereas Varonis Platform is most compared with Microsoft Purview, BigID, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Veritas Data Insight and Netskope Data Loss Prevention (DLP). See our Microsoft Purview Information Protection vs. Varonis Platform report.

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