Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) comparison

Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs. Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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Categories and Ranking

Netwrix Endpoint Protector

Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

7th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

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Proofpoint Email Data Loss ...

Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

35th

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Netwrix Endpoint Protector is 1.9%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is 0.9%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Sivakumar Mahathevan

Head of Sales and Technical - Malaysia at Halodata

Provides robust compliance with advanced threat protection and user-friendly interfaces

The features of Netwrix Endpoint Protector that I have found most valuable so far are the two main key modules which are Content Aware Protection (CAP) and Device Control (DC), which is the hottest selling item from my perspective as a consultant. I find CAP and DC valuable because they are very granular in nature and it's easily understood and easily configured. That's why it's easy for us to actually position this product to any organizations with no complications. My impression on the multi-layered protection features of this solution is quite positive because now they've expanded to more things in the DLP itself, that are as good as an enterprise DLP solution. Therefore, I feel that in terms of its pricing values and so on, it is very competitive. I assess the value of the comprehensive reporting and auditing capabilities provided by Netwrix Endpoint Protector as very good because I am a user myself prior to this, before becoming a reseller and now a distributor. I am actually a walking dictionary for this particular product. The comprehensive reporting and auditing capabilities are quite granular in terms of gaining insights. We can actually deep dive into quite a lot of things and find a lot of information that they already have. Assuming if there's a breach, we will be able to know exactly where the breach has occurred and what has occurred, and they are quite granular in how they report their information, including their logs. Therefore, they conform to all compliance regulatory bodies too. My impression of the centralized management console feature of Netwrix Endpoint Protector is that it is one of the simplest centralized monitoring features that even a kid would understand, which is what we need in today's world—nothing complicated. My impression of the data encryption and control over portable storage devices features of this solution is that they are very good, especially the device controls, which I really enjoy using, particularly when it comes to portable devices USBs and the encryption tools that they have, which is another module called E-lock, or enforce encryption, that they do have. They are well-protected along those lines.

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Han Pieterse

Cosultant at Kadaster

Offers flexible licensing and easy setup, but has challenges with European compliance

It is difficult to meet the European security compliancy regulations using Proofpoint since it is very focused on the American market, differing significantly from European policies. Additionally, there is uncertainty about the future level of license pricing because American organizations sometimes change their product offerings. Barracuda's Active Directory checking feature is one area where Proofpoint could improve.

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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

"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."

"The product's most valuable feature is its ability to support Linux operating systems."

"There are effectively two areas of DLP to look at from a technical perspective. One is how it performs the pickup of information traversing the system and the other is how the policy engine, which analyzes the data, works. On the first aspect, CoSoSys is probably best of breed for macOS because they're reasonably well-integrated into the operating system. They're looking at the file system operations level, not at the execution level."

"Endpoint Protector's best features are its protection and user-friendliness."

"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."

"The versatility regarding the exit point Endpoint Protector supports in making sure that important data doesn't leave our organization is vital for us. In the industry that we're in, data breaches are a significant concern. While our staff is contractually required to maintain confidentiality and they're all very aware that they shouldn't try and transfer company data of different classifications elsewhere to non-company devices, there's a risk."

"It is easy to manage the DLP between MacOS and Linux."

"All of the features are effective, but the highlight feature of the product was the data layer inspection. When we talk about a DLP product, data packet inspection is very important. Securing data at rest is easy, but securing data in transit is challenging. We used it comprehensively to secure end drives, data transfers, secure hard drives, and end-user machines. It proved monumental in our operations."

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"Proofpoint offers flexibility in licensing, accommodating various levels from small businesses to governments."

"We have too many features included in the solution. These include third-party malware detection as a primary feature and a secondary feature focused on dealing with various security threats."

Cons

"When we started, the price was reasonable, but it has been increasing over time."

"When you want to uninstall and reinstall, there are a lot of issues. You have to do a lot of workarounds to reinstall Endpoint Protector. This is a major issue that we have constantly because we still have old systems with XP. While there are only very few, we need to run them because there are machines attached that only run on XP. When we need to uninstall and reinstall on XP or Windows 10, we have serious issues left in the Registry Editor everywhere. There is a lot of manual interference to get the reinstallation to work. For the uninstallation of Endpoint Protector, they need to work on this so it doesn't leave any leftovers behind."

"It would be helpful to implement filtering mechanisms so that we can sort and view the data based on software and vendor, providing more clarity and ease in analysis."

"The policy engine could use a bit of work. They're definitely going in the right direction. We've been working with them over the last few weeks to try and optimize that. But it's reasonably clear that they're just not putting as much effort into the policy engine as into other things, like content discovery."

"In Linux a user can remove a getent anytime. There is no control there on the file structure in Linux. So if this solution could give us information on what users removed in the dashboard, it would help us."

"I would rate the role-based access features for administrators a six out of ten. There's work to be done on the granularity of roles that can be assigned to an administrator but there is role-based administrator access present. That's why it's not a zero rating."

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

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

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"It is difficult to meet the European security compliancy regulations using Proofpoint since it is very focused on the American market, differing significantly from European policies."

"The tool is expensive."

"It is difficult to meet the European security compliance regulations using Proofpoint since it is very focused on the American market, differing significantly from European policies."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"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."

"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."

"We found the pricing pretty attractive. However, volume-based pricing wasn't available."

"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."

"[The pricing] is reasonable compared to what's out there."

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

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

University

Performing Arts

15%

Manufacturing Company

13%

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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.

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 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...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?

The licenses for Proofpoint are effective, however, there is uncertainty about future pricing as American organizations might change their product, thereby altering the license. Microsoft has been ...

What needs improvement with Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?

What is your primary use case for Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?

I know the portfolio of Proofpoint. I work with email backup and email security. Most of the time, I consult for various organizations about email and email security.

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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

Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP) protects sensitive corporate data by monitoring, detecting, and preventing email data breaches. It leverages advanced policies and real-time monitoring to ensure compliance and reduce risks effectively.

Proofpoint Email DLP addresses critical enterprise needs by safeguarding against email data leaks with comprehensive policy frameworks and intelligent monitoring capabilities. It offers customizable templates for various compliance standards, aiding IT departments in maintaining data security without complicating internal processes. Implementing Proofpoint Email DLP enhances data protection strategies and minimizes the risk of accidental leaks.

What are the key features of Proofpoint Email DLP?

Policy Frameworks: Pre-configured and customizable templates for regulatory compliance.
Real-Time Monitoring: Instantly detects and addresses potential data violations as emails are processed.
Incident Management: Provides detailed reports for quick investigation and resolution.
Integration: Easily integrates with other security systems to offer comprehensive data protection.

What benefits or ROI should users expect?

Data Security Enhancement: Reduces data breach risks through proactive monitoring and policies.
Compliance Support: Ensures adherence to industry standards with customizable policy templates.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines incident management, reducing response time and resource allocation.
Risk Mitigation: Minimizes accidental data leaks, safeguarding company reputation.

In industries like finance and healthcare, where data sensitivity is paramount, Proofpoint Email DLP is commonly implemented. These sectors benefit significantly due to its robust compliance features, enabling firms to protect client data and meet stringent regulatory requirements efficiently.

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Sample Customers

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

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Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs. Proofpoint Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP)