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Skyhigh Security vs Symantec Data Loss Prevention comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.8
Many respondents lacked ROI data for Skyhigh Security but noted positive experiences and general satisfaction with its benefits.
Sentiment score
7.3
Symantec Data Loss Prevention boosts ROI by reducing costs and response times, though some users question its ROI clarity.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.7
Skyhigh Security's customer service is praised for responsiveness, while technical support has mixed reviews due to inconsistencies and language barriers.
Sentiment score
6.2
Symantec Data Loss Prevention's customer service effectiveness varies by region and support tier, highlighting technical expertise but inconsistency.
The support provided from both Symantec Turkey and distributor companies enables us to support customers and partners effectively.
The support team changed from MTechPro to a different partner, affecting our experience.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
6.8
Skyhigh Security efficiently manages scalability for diverse company sizes, with minor challenges but generally flexible and effective.
Sentiment score
7.6
Symantec Data Loss Prevention is scalable and enterprise-suited, though proxy integration and ease of expansion could improve.
When using native proxy solutions, scalability issues are minimized, and the solution remains stable.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
Skyhigh Security is praised for its stability, speed, and reliability, with quick resolutions to occasional minor issues.
Sentiment score
7.7
Symantec Data Loss Prevention is stable and reliable, with high ratings, minor latency, and fewer issues on Linux platforms.
 

Room For Improvement

Skyhigh Security faces slow performance, poor UI, limited integrations, scalability concerns, and compatibility issues, needing better training and support.
Symantec Data Loss Prevention needs enhancements in usability, integration, resource management, and scalability, with improvements in support and documentation.
The solution has room for improvement in its DDoS protection.
Symantec responded by creating an OCR module, enabling the capability to search within images.
A main disadvantage of Symantec DLP is its reliance on Oracle.
 

Setup Cost

Skyhigh Security pricing is high, especially for Salesforce API, but offers valuable features and includes support in fees.
Symantec Data Loss Prevention offers enterprise-level protection and compliance, with costs varying by configuration, prompting budget planning considerations.
Symantec Data Loss Prevention is more expensive compared to competing solutions.
 

Valuable Features

Skyhigh Security excels in cloud risk detection, DLP integration, and scalability with strong security features and user-friendly interface.
Symantec DLP offers advanced machine learning, data classification, and integration tools for effective data security and operational efficiency.
The cloud security features are the most valuable.
Symantec's OCR module enhances image analysis, crucial for detecting data loss via screenshots, improving the overall security posture against data breaches.
Symantec Data Loss Prevention has proprietary metadata and is well-suited for endpoint-level security.
 

Categories and Ranking

Skyhigh Security
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
28th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
56
Ranking in other categories
Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (20th), Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) (10th), ZTNA as a Service (16th), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (16th)
Symantec Data Loss Prevention
Ranking in Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
3rd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Skyhigh Security is 0.4%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Data Loss Prevention is 6.3%, down from 10.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
 

Featured Reviews

Santiago Gomez - PeerSpot reviewer
Has improved the organization's PCI compliance with data loss prevention
I use the solution on a Macintosh computer and it has issues and does not work when I try to log in from the Safari Browser, but it works fine when I log in from the Google Chrome browser. The console has issues when the login is done through a Safari Browser. The console has to be more competitive and the compatibility of the browser needs to be better. I want to know about Skyhigh's competitiveness with other brands and about the vulnerability assessment and micro segmentations. I know Skyhigh has other products, but right now, I am studying what this new product is about. They only have English support, so I would like for them to add some Spanish support.
ARAVINDAN K - PeerSpot reviewer
Strengthened security operations with endpoint-level protection but database flexibility could improve
Symantec Data Loss Prevention has proprietary metadata and is well-suited for endpoint-level security. It stands out for supporting multiple protocols like email and SMTP without needing user profile login for endpoint agents. Once policies are downloaded to the local system, they function independently of a user's login. The solution helps enhance security operations when integrated with ServiceNow and offers robust incident response capabilities.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
32%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Computer Software Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
20%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about McAfee Web Gateway?
Data loss prevention and user behavior analysis are two valuable features.
What needs improvement with McAfee Web Gateway?
The solution has room for improvement in its DDoS protection. Additionally, the documentation needs enhancement to provide easier setup for users.
What is your primary use case for McAfee Web Gateway?
The typical use case for our clients is cloud security.
What do you like most about Symantec Data Loss Prevention?
It can prevent copying and encoding of HTTP data to various sites like Google, and Webex.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Data Loss Prevention?
I do not have an idea about pricing, as it is handled by another team responsible for procurements.
What needs improvement with Symantec Data Loss Prevention?
A main disadvantage of Symantec DLP is its reliance on Oracle, especially compared to other products like Forcepoint, which offer MSSQL database options that are more convenient.
 

Also Known As

McAfee MVISION Cloud, McAfee MVISION Unified Cloud Edge, McAfee Web Gateway, McAfee MVISION CNAPP, and Skyhigh Networks, McAfee Web Gateway
Symantec DLP
 

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Sample Customers

Western Union.Aetna.DirecTV.Adventist.Equinix.Perrigo.Goodyear.HP.Cargill.Sony.Bank of the West.Prudential.
Hadassah University Hospital, Her Majestys Government (HMG), United Kingdom, Hitachi Consulting Software Services India Pvt Ltd., Hua Nan Bank, Hyundai Department Store Group,JW Marriott Hotel Seoul, Lake Health, McCann Erickson Israel, Molina Healthcare Inc., PGi, Quilvest Switzerland Limited, State of Nevada Public Employees Benefits Program, Symantec Corporation (Enterprise Security), The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust, The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust (DLP), The Saudi Industrial Property Authority, TSO cloud, Visa, Yunnan Power Grid Company
Find out what your peers are saying about Skyhigh Security vs. Symantec Data Loss Prevention and other solutions. Updated: June 2025.
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