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

Netwrix and Palo Alto Networks are both solutions in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category. Netwrix is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.5, while Palo Alto Networks is ranked #15 with an average rating of 8.3. Netwrix holds a 2.2% mindshare in DLP, compared to Palo Alto Networks’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Netwrix users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Palo Alto Networks users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Netwrix Endpoint Protector and Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention are competing in data security solutions. While Palo Alto Networks is often perceived as more effective due to its comprehensive feature set, Netwrix is more favorable in terms of pricing and support.

Features: Netwrix Endpoint Protector includes comprehensive auditing, activity monitoring, and detailed reporting capabilities. Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention offers advanced threat prevention, deep integration with network security, and robust content inspection.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Netwrix Endpoint Protector has a straightforward deployment process supported by strong customer service. Palo Alto Networks may require more time and resources for deployment but supports a more intricate setup with extensive resources.

Pricing and ROI: Netwrix Endpoint Protector generally involves a lower setup cost and offers quicker ROI for smaller deployments. Palo Alto Networks, with its higher setup cost, targets enterprises seeking long-term value, yielding substantial ROI over time.

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Categories and Ranking

Netwrix Endpoint Protector

Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

6th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Palo Alto Networks Enterpri...

Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

15th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

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No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Netwrix Endpoint Protector is 2.2%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is 1.8%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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Mohammad Amir Hossain

Head of IT Infrastructure at Samsung

Block USBs and manage ports effectively across multiple OS platforms

There is an important feature that needs to be added. In Linux, it is difficult to control uninstallation. Users can uninstall it at any time, and we can only monitor that it is uninstalled. If there is a feature that can notify in the master dashboard that an agent has been uninstalled, it would be very beneficial.

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OusaidAbaz

Security Network Architect at Inmac

Streamlines firewall management and has reliable security features

The primary feature is managing firewalls through Panorama, especially when handling multiple firewalls across different sites like headquarters and remote sites. Additionally, the security modules like Data Loss Prevention and antivirus are vital as they integrate into the firewall to protect endpoints. These features are automated via cloud connections to Palo Alto Networks, ensuring up-to-date security signatures.

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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 console is friendly and it supports Mac."

"Netwrix Endpoint Protector works on Linux and macOS to block USB ports, control internet access, and manage other peripheral ports."

"We like that content-aware and device controls can easily be managed. They're not complicated. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand them."

"The search for keywords is very important in our security operations because one of the key use cases we had was for the ability to search keyword-based on an internal database of keywords that have been submitted by other project managers within the company that's around intellectual property. The ability to search on keywords was part of that."

"The core of its value lies in obtaining logs remotely and exercising control over what employees can or cannot use."

"It also provides us with the ability to lock down a wide variety of USB devices, which is pretty important because we don't want certain data accessed. It does a really good job when it comes to the versatility of the exit points it supports, making sure that important data does not leave our organization."

"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 fantastic in terms of the granularity of the policies. It has many built-in policies, and we can add or create more policies as well. It is perfect, and it gives us more options. We have some users who go outside and then come inside. With EPP, we can even control those users who are outside. If they need to access the media that we are using right now, we can provide OTP messages so that they can access the media even when they are outside of their organization. With our previous solution, we were facing some issues in doing this."

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"The primary feature is managing firewalls through Panorama, especially when handling multiple firewalls across different sites like headquarters and remote sites."

"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."

"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."

"It is a stable solution with good support."

"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 security aspect in finance is crucial for controlling from a DLP perspective and ensuring protection."

"The setup is very easy as we just need to switch on and switch off."

Cons

"They have many predefined classifiers in terms of data identifiers, and they should improve this."

"CoSoSys Endpoint Protector's network-level DLP and integration with mail servers need improvement."

"This product provides zero-day protection for macOS, although I'm currently dealing with an issue on the most recent rollout of the Endpoint client that doesn't seem to be fully functioning."

"Endpoint Protector, in particular, had some features to be desired for the Mac operating system."

"It needs to improve in terms of policy customization."

"The only aspect that prevents it from being a perfect solution is the occasional slower response time."

"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."

"If CoSoSys comes up with a suite of Host DLP, along with Network DLP and SaaS DLP, it will cover all of the aspects of a DLP solution."

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"Pricing is expensive."

"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."

"There are mostly performance issues."

"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 product is still overly complicated compared to other vendors such as Check Point, which could be improved."

"Its scalability is not on par with the features of others."

"The solution needs improvement in stability. There has been feedback regarding the accuracy of file categorization."

"The configuration for Palo Alto Networks firewalls requires specifying many details, such as protocols and services."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When I last renewed the license it was for a two-year term, and they gave me the second year at half price."

"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."

"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."

"The pricing depends on the customers."

"It has a fair price. They just changed recently from perpetual licensing. When I bought it, I bought it on perpetual license, then they changed the whole company policy to go to subscription. It was a bit of a shock to us because we haven't upgraded it that many times. However, after speaking to CoSoSys directly, they gave us a very good renewal price."

"From what we've seen, their pricing is a lot lower than the other stuff we've looked at. I actually don't have any concerns with their pricing. They were probably the most reasonable company out there for the features that were offered. It was pretty straightforward in terms of licensing, and you just pay for the license."

"The price of Endpoint Protector by CoSoSys is more or less the same as other competing solutions."

"The software comes with a higher price tag when compared to other DLP solutions."

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"Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention is expensive, and licensing costs are monthly."

"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."

"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

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

University

Manufacturing Company

12%

Computer Software Company

12%

Healthcare Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Endpoint Protector?

Its robust security audit and compliance functionalities prove especially beneficial for businesses in sectors like BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) and Information Technology.

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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.

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What needs improvement with Endpoint Protector?

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What do you like most about Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Data Loss Prevention?

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 suc...

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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...

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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...

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Also Known As

CoSoSys Endpoint Protector

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Overview

Content Aware Protection
Scanning data in motion
Monitor, control and block file transfers. Detailed control through both content and context inspection.

Device Control
USB & peripheral port control
Lockdown, monitor and manage devices. Granular control based on Vendor ID, Product ID, Serial Number and more.

Enforced Encryption
Automatic USB encryption
Encrypt, manage and secure USB storage devices by safeguarding data in transit. Password-based, easy to use and very efficient.

eDiscovery
Scanning data at rest
Discover, encrypt and delete sensitive data. Detailed content and context inspection through manual or automatic scans

Netwrix

Cloud-Delivered Data Protection: The industry’s first cloud-delivered Enterprise DLP that consistently protects sensitive data across all networks, clouds and users.

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Sample Customers

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

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