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Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Netwrix Endpoint Protector
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
15th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
29
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Palo Alto Networks Enterpri...
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
20th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Netwrix Endpoint Protector is 1.8%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is 1.9%, down from 1.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Netwrix Endpoint Protector1.8%
Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention1.9%
Other96.3%
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
 

Featured Reviews

SB
Senior System Administrator at Exotel Techcom Pvt. Ltd
Ensures seamless real-time alerts and smooth deployment with room for Linux functionality improvement
The licensing issue was eventually resolved by the team, but the Linux client issue persisted. Not all the policies applied to the Linux clients were as effective as those for Mac and Windows. That was somewhat of a downside for us. I cannot speak to whether they have improved this in the past two years. An area for improvement is that when a package is provided, there should be no additional elements required from the user's side. For instance, there is an activation key, and you have to specify the host where you need to redirect and fetch the license. That was disappointing when it comes to mass deployment.
JL
Senior Solutions Specials at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Comprehensive security solution enhances data classification and protection
The most valuable feature of Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is its comprehensive end-to-end solution in Cloud Delivery Security Services, which includes URL, data loss prevention, and advanced threat prevention as features that can be enabled just by clicking a checkbox. Compared to competitors, these are often additional add-ons, whereas Palo Alto Networks provides a complete solution. The artificial intelligence integration in the product also helps immensely by classifying data, identifying data, and monitoring user access and behavior, thus improving data security strategies.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Things are more systematic now, and the headache of the IT team is gone."
"The versatility in terms of exit points and making sure that important data doesn't leave our organization is something that I find extremely useful."
"The console is friendly and it supports Mac."
"The most valuable feature is device control."
"I rate technical support as ten out of ten."
"Its robust security audit and compliance functionalities prove especially beneficial for businesses in sectors like BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) and Information Technology."
"The Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Netwrix Endpoint Protector product is one of the easiest DLPs that can be installed, and I think that we have successfully deployed many of these in the Asia Pacific region."
"I like the data protection feature. Our users were working on a client's CRM application with a lot of client-related EIA information. We did not want the users to be able to send any of this data outside. I also like its ability to protect against data leaks via emails and social media. I like that you can deploy it quickly, and it requires no training."
"It is a stable solution with good support."
"The primary feature is managing firewalls through Panorama, especially when handling multiple firewalls across different sites like headquarters and remote sites."
"Another important feature is that the solution doesn't require any additional infrastructure to implement. It's a software license that is compatible with our existing hardware. We were able to install and configure the product seamlessly and effortlessly."
"The most valuable feature of Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is its comprehensive end-to-end solution in Cloud Delivery Security Services, which includes URL, data loss prevention, and advanced threat prevention as features that can be enabled just by clicking a checkbox."
"Our clients primarily deploy Palo Alto Networks Enterprise DLP to control the flow of information in and out of their networks. The main use cases include monitoring and managing sensitive data such as credit card information and personally identifiable information."
"Having this technology, which makes it easy to manage with administration done centrally, is super helpful."
"The setup is very easy as we just need to switch on and switch off."
"The security aspect in finance is crucial for controlling from a DLP perspective and ensuring protection."
 

Cons

"It needs to improve in terms of policy customization."
"Sometimes, it should try to focus on one thing rather than multiple things. Endpoint Protector does device control very well, which is why we use that particular function."
"We are currently facing an issue where it is blocking the Winman software, which is something that we don't want to happen because we use it in our accounts department to pay taxes."
"The areas of Netwrix Endpoint Protector that need to be improved include a desire for more graphical interfaces in their systems, as many people today would prefer to see graphical formats for data presentation."
"The only aspect that prevents it from being a perfect solution is the occasional slower response time."
"One of the areas where there is room for improvement is support. It takes time for them to respond."
"It misses Network level DLP and SaaS DLP offerings."
"Endpoint Protector would be improved with more DLP templates."
"The solution needs improvement in stability. There has been feedback regarding the accuracy of file categorization."
"Pricing is expensive."
"Its scalability is not on par with the features of others."
"There are mostly performance issues."
"There is room for improvement in the documentation around the maintenance of the product, how the automatic updates work, and pushing out new policies. A little more detail and context in that area would be helpful."
"The product is still overly complicated compared to other vendors such as Check Point, which could be improved."
"You need to have an external solution to backup everything. For example, you need to have Syslog installed on your server as well so that you can back it up to another place."
"The configuration for Palo Alto Networks firewalls requires specifying many details, such as protocols and services."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"For what it's doing, the cost is somewhat high for us, but it's the cost of doing business with the clients that we have."
"The product has average pricing."
"The pricing is very competitive and is cheaper in comparison to that of other solutions. It makes it an easy decision to go with EPP for the data loss prevention infrastructure."
"The solution’s pricing is a normal industry standard and depends on customers and salespersons."
"The pricing is reasonable for this particular market."
"This is a budget-friendly solution that covers all the aspects of host-level DLP."
"Pricing is quite reasonable. For smaller organizations, it lets them get into the product domain, whereas a lot of vendors won't even talk to them. CoSoSys is just about at that sweet spot of being serious enough that you have to budget for it, but at the same time, affordable enough that the value is well worth it."
"We have a limited budget for our media section. When we purchased it last year, we migrated from a different solution to this solution, and at that time, they told us that the cost will remain the same, but this year, they increased the price by 20% or something like that. I am not sure about the exact price, but let's say from 8,000, it increased to 10,000. It was a huge gap, and we couldn't bear this cost because we have a limited budget. When we spoke to them, they understood our problem and reduced it to the same price that we had last year."
"It's expensive."
"The pricing of the solution depends on the buyers. But, from my point of view, it is in line with the rest of the products and the price list of Palo Alto."
"Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is expensive, and licensing costs are monthly."
"The licensing model is very fair-minded and it's a good value. It scales well... Its licensing model is more streamlined when compared to other DLP solutions."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Construction Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
10%
University
8%
Performing Arts
12%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Construction Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business16
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise7
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Endpoint Protector?
When we started, the price was reasonable, but it has been increasing over time. I rate the price as four, indicating it is a bit high.
What needs improvement with Endpoint Protector?
The licensing issue was eventually resolved by the team, but the Linux client issue persisted. Not all the policies applied to the Linux clients were as effective as those for Mac and Windows. That...
What is your primary use case for Endpoint Protector?
Our main use case involved compliance requirements stating that we wanted to have DLP functionality on our endpoint devices, mainly regarding device control for USB peripheral ports. We wanted to p...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention?
Palo Alto Networks' pricing can be complex. Their catalog is extensive. They have a licensing model based on credits for virtual machine firewalls or containers, which simplifies the process, while...
What needs improvement with Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention?
The product is still overly complicated compared to other vendors such as Check Point, which could be improved. Simplifying the initial setup procedure could also be beneficial as it currently requ...
What is your primary use case for Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention?
The primary use case is a part of a complete package for Government of Canada. It helps in comparing data loss prevention against Fortinet, making it a cost-effective solution. It is used in the co...
 

Also Known As

CoSoSys Endpoint Protector
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Sample Customers

Samsung, Toyota, Philips, Zeppelin, Western Union, eBay
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