OpenText Core Endpoint Protection​ vs Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise comparison

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection vs. Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.9%, up from 3.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenText Core Endpoint Protection is 1.7%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is 0.5%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.9%
OpenText Core Endpoint Protection	1.7%
Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise	0.5%
Other	93.9%

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)

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ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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reviewer2584380

vCIO At Grove Networks Inc. at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Improving threat detection is critical for enhanced protection

We use Webroot Business Endpoint Protection as a NextGen antivirus solution for our clients. It's included in the contract we have with our clients as a cost-effective option for antivirus protection Webroot Business Endpoint Protection is cost-effective for rolling it out to all of our clients,…

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reviewer2162541

IT Consultant at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

Provides stable and resource-efficient protection but lacks clear modern security features

Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is highly compatible and rarely causes disruptions in production. It operates transparently and is easy to maintain. The automated response feature helps to mitigate breaches effectively. When comparing with ThreatDown agent, I have noticed that ThreatDown detects behaviors more readily and flags suspicious user activities more clearly. While Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise remains effective, ThreatDown's user interface is more manageable and provides a clearer system overview. The management interface is crucial for maintaining Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise effectively. A significant advantage of Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is its lightweight resource usage. It consumes less memory, CPU, and IO compared to alternatives such as ThreatDown and Bitdefender.

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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

"Threat identification and detection are the most valuable features of this solution."

"Palo Alto Networks Traps improves our security posture and lowers risk by providing next-gen methods to combat against modern threats on all the major platforms."

"The anti-exploit is impenetrable."

"Stability is one of the features we like the most."

"The initial setup isn't too bad."

"Cortex XDR alerts us on the dashboard when there's a threat, which allows us to restrict that user and helps secure our infrastructure."

"The stability of this product is very good."

"I can highlight that we have not faced any security incidents with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, and even though our environment is quite dynamic, we have not faced any security incident with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks until now."

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"The initial setup was straightforward. It took five minutes. I installed the solution myself."

"The traffic security monitoring, traffic application access feature called the agent, the main feature which is the endpoint security feature are the ones I found valuable. And it also had the in branch security in kind of SD WAN, good three hundred and sixty protection. It is specific and there is ease of deployment also present."

"The Webroot cloud console is very powerful."

"It is pretty unintrusive. It doesn't take over the system like McAfee or Norton. It doesn't use a whole lot of resources. McAfee and Norton use a lot of resources."

"The solution is very simple and straightforward to use."

"I rate the initial setup phase a ten on a scale of one to ten, where one is difficult, and ten is easy."

"Customer Service: Top-of-the-line; the busy community as well. Technical Support: Top-of-the-line; the busy community as well."

"Webroot's tech support is pretty good; they've given me some pointers."

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"It doesn't require an on-premises server to manage it. It allows us to monitor the machine to check if it is up-to-date and not lagging."

"The primary feature of the solution is antivirus scanning with IPS. It blocks viruses and uses a signature database, ensuring robust protection when configured correctly to meet our requirements."

"The most valuable feature of Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is the application. Additionally, they are adding features frequently."

"The product's initial setup phase was straightforward."

"The tool is a secure and stable workstation for checking antivirus. The alerting feature helps us see alerts and is easy to control. The main benefit we derive from using Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is stability."

"What I appreciate the most about Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is the integration with the workstations and the around-the-clock monitoring."

"Simple and very scalable solution that provides endpoint security and malware protection."

"The features I like most about Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is its basic antivirus features and everything it offers, e.g. the scan engine is much better now compared to the previous versions because it became smarter."

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Cons

"The price could be a little lower."

"However, if you do not have Palo Alto in your environment, you are paying these additional services just for Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, so it is not a cost-effective solution."

"There is also no recovery feature; if some endpoint is under attack there must be the possibility of recovering it or restoring it to a normal state."

"I think sometimes Cortex XDR agent automatically stops event capturing from the device, and then even the dashboard does not get any notifications from the agent."

"Although I would say this product is highly-rated, it could probably do more because nothing does everything that you want."

"The playbooks could be improved to include more functionalities or actions."

"In terms of areas of improvement, we have not completed our review of the product. We're also looking at other products. So, it's a little bit hard to tell what could be different because we have not completed the review of this product, but based on our experience so far, its implementation is quite complex."

"It is an enterprise-level solution. Its price could be less expensive."

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"I believe that Webroot Business Endpoint Protection should offer a more modern UI."

"Webroot is very reactionary. It waits until the threat is active within memory to try and detect it. They need better pre-execution detection and prevention."

"Reporting system could be improved."

"This product has room for improvement to display a more detailed representation of the problem when a virus is or isn't stopped."

"We need more control over when upgrades to the app are rolled out."

"We need to have a stronger defense against CryptoLock and other attackers."

"Areas for improvement would be the reporting system in the admin console."

"Its detection capability for certain attacks should be improved. It should have better and wider detection for certain malware attacks. It could also have some sort of RMN."

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"The platform could be improved for beginners as it wasn't intuitive to manage initially."

"Unlike traditional tools, Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise does not provide trigger alerts based on user behavior-based traffic."

"The scanning area of the product should be made a little faster as it is the only area of concern in the tool where improvements are required."

"Though the product is good, it is not very easy to use."

"Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise needs to improve its manageability. It is not easy to manage."

"There could be a pop-up notification at the users' end whenever the software expires."

"The product must develop some virus definition features."

"Symantec's main priority should be enhancing their support, especially local support for different regions."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The cost of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is $55 to $90 USD per endpoint per month."

"Our customers have expressed that the price is high."

"We pay about $50,000 USD per year for a bundle that includes Cortex XDR."

"The price is on the higher side, but it's okay."

"The solution has one subscription for endpoint protection and one subscription for detection and response. The two licenses combined give you the BRO version."

"Cortex XDR's pricing is ok."

"I don't like that they have different types of licenses."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is quite an expensive solution."

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"The solution is pretty cheap, actually. At our level, which is at 2,500 endpoints, we're paying 87 cents an agent per month."

"Work on a price tier plan."

"We are on an annual subscription for the use of Webroot Business Endpoint Protection."

"We evaluate other options using multiple choices, best value, management and functionality."

"If you purchase for clients, then you are the managing billing entity. It's better to either get a monthly subscription check from your clients, or to prepay for the year (so as to not keep cash in reserve to pay the bill each month) IMHO."

"Get a trial, then a multi-year license."

"The pricing is high."

"The solution doesn't cost too much. It's about 30 Euros a year for each endpoint. It's pretty affordable for us and for many other companies."

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"I rate the tool's pricing a six out of ten."

"The price of Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is expensive. When compared to other solutions they should reduce the price."

"The tool fits within our budget. It is not expensive."

"The cost of the solution is reasonable."

"The price of the solution is very low. There is an annual subscription to use the solution."

"We have Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise, and it's very competitively priced. However, there is a considerable jump in price for upgrading to the EDR, so that's more compatible with enterprise-level organizations."

"The license for Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise is paid, but there is a trial for 60 days."

"It's not the cheapest, but it's reasonably priced, around a five on a scale from one to ten. It's suitable for small, medium, and enterprise businesses and offers competitive pricing. There are no additional costs; it's a renewable purchase, either annually or as needed."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

12%

Outsourcing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

13%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Construction Company

10%

Marketing Services Firm

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	54

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	35
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	2

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	9

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What is your primary use case for Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise?

The primary use case for Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise for my clients is basic antivirus protection.

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Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

Webroot SecureAnywhere Business Endpoint Protection

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Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection offers cloud-managed endpoint security with AI integration, providing real-time protection and lightweight performance. It ensures low system impact, seamless cloud integration, and cost-effective security solutions for various devices.

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection is a comprehensive endpoint security platform utilized by managed-service providers for antivirus and firewall functionality across servers, workstations, and mobile devices. It employs AI for robust threat detection, integrating with cloud applications for real-time updates. Multi-layered security features include malware protection, network defense, and DNS protection. Although connectivity and threat reporting need improvement, this platform extensively supports remote device management and integrates efficiently with Active Directory policies.

What are the key features of OpenText Core Endpoint Protection?

Cloud Management: Centralized admin console for easy oversight
AI Integration: Enhanced threat detection capabilities
Lightweight Performance: Minimal impact on system resources
Real-time Threat Database: Constant updates for effective protection
Web Control Interface: Monitors and controls web traffic

What benefits are associated with OpenText Core Endpoint Protection?

Ease of Setup and Maintenance: Facilitates quick deployment and upkeep
Seamless Cloud Integration: Simplifies scalability and operation
Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable pricing with comprehensive features
Mobile Security Capabilities: Supports remote device management

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection finds application in industries requiring stringent data protection and peace of mind over device security. Managed-service providers implement this for comprehensive antivirus and firewall features, safeguarding multi-device networks. It is particularly useful for DNS protection and integrating with Active Directory policies, enabling secure yet flexible operations across sectors.

OpenText

Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise delivers robust security features like firewall management, anti-malware, intrusion prevention, and real-time AI-based analysis. Its flexibility and resource efficiency, alongside cloud integration, make it a reliable choice for endpoint security.

Offering comprehensive features for proactive protection, Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise provides automatic remediation, policy configuration, and system monitoring through an efficient management interface. It ensures antivirus and endpoint protection against malware, viruses, and network threats in cloud or on-premises environments. Users benefit from its functionality in access control, EDR, threat detection, and network monitoring. However, there is room for improvement in user-friendliness, threat intelligence, and AI-based detection capabilities to address sophisticated threats. Enhanced browser protection, support, and pricing, along with better integration of cloud security and robust firewall controls, are sought after refinements.

What are Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise’s key features?

Firewall Management: Comprehensive firewall configurations to protect against network threats.
Anti-Malware: Effective detection and prevention against malware threats.
Intrusion Prevention: Real-time monitoring and threat detection to stop intrusions.
AI-Based Analysis: Advanced real-time analysis for proactive threat management.
Policy Flexibility: Users can customize and implement varied security policies seamlessly.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

User-Friendly Interface: Ease of use and streamlined management across devices.
Cost-Effectiveness: Competitive pricing offering high value for comprehensive protection.
Cloud Integration: Efficient cloud-based deployment and management options.
Resource Efficiency: Low impact on system resources allowing better performance.
Automatic Remediation: Seamless automatic handling of detected threats.

Various industries utilize Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise to secure endpoints with extensive device and network threat prevention. The solution is often deployed to safeguard financial data, healthcare records, and sensitive information in critical infrastructures, ensuring compliance with strict regulatory standards.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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OpenText Core Endpoint Protection vs. Symantec Endpoint Security Enterprise