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Sophos SafeGuard vs Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite comparison

Sophos and Wave Systems are both solutions in the Mobile Data Protection category. Sophos is ranked #2 with an average rating of 9.1, while Wave Systems is ranked #11. Sophos holds a 14.5% mindshare in MDP, compared to Wave Systems’s 4.6% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of Sophos users are willing to recommend the solution.
Sophos SafeGuard
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93% willing to recommend
Wave Systems Safend Data Pr...
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0% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Sophos SafeGuard
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
44
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (2nd)
Wave Systems Safend Data Pr...
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
11th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (53rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Mobile Data Protection category, the mindshare of Sophos SafeGuard is 14.5%, up from 8.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite is 4.6%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Data Protection Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Sophos SafeGuard14.5%
Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite4.6%
Other80.9%
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Featured Reviews

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Umesh Shetty
Enterprise Manager and Technical Sales at TechSol Infosec Pvt Ltd
Easy installation and maintenance have improved data security with two-way encryption
I don't see any area for improvement in Sophos SafeGuard. Sophos SafeGuard doesn't have on-premises solutions; it's completely available on the cloud only. It's on a public cloud; they don't have any other deployment models, just their own lease. We are not properly aware if they are using AWS or Microsoft Azure since Sophos employs their own cloud solution, which I think is Amazon. AI is not integrated into Sophos SafeGuard; AI is available in EDR and XDR. AI is not required for this product; it is only focused on key management which they already manage well in other products. The overall rating for the product is a ten out of ten.
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it_user116502
Security Expert at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
I like the device control. This solution helps us manage risk. Re-installation kills machines. To remove a machine, you have to perform a full reimage.
The most valuable feature is device control This solution helps us manage risk. I would like to see a better upgrade path and process. There are no major issues with the product, but there are major issues with the local reseller and their ability to support us. We have been using this solution…
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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 malware protection and the scanning features are most valuable in this solution."
"The platform has significantly enhanced our data security posture by ensuring that sensitive information remains encrypted and protected from unauthorized access."
"For general data protection and GDPR requirements, which are relevant because we work with European companies, SafeGuard helps us stay compliant."
"The monitoring features are easy to use."
"The most valuable features of the solution are the fact that they are able to encrypt the hard disk and to encrypt USB sticks."
"Security-wise, it's one of the best."
"The solution has done a fabulous job of protecting us from threats."
"The most valuable features of the solution are the fact that they are able to encrypt the hard disk and to encrypt USB sticks."
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"The most valuable feature is device control."
 

Cons

"The solution is not using other features like booting encryption, because it causes very heavy processing of the workstation. If they could find some way to handle the encryption and decryption to be lighter on the workstation it would be better."
"The lack of need for the patch for an extra password is a shortcoming. It will be a great improvement if the patch requires an extra password so that they can find out how to synchronize your Windows password with the same password for Sophos SafeGuard."
"Technical support isn't so good; it needs to be improved."
"The solution lacks direct connectivity to Azure AD."
"The security does not have 100% authentication."
"The solution's ability to integrate with other solutions, such as a DLP, should be addressed."
"You have to pay extra for some additional features, like data extraction. It would be nice if everything was available in one bundle."
"We purchased the solution in Ghana through a rep who has not been helpful. The company doesn't provide any support, we do everything in-house."
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"Once the solution is installed, it cannot be installed again without killing machines."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing for Sophos SafeGuard could be improved because it could reach a thousand dollars depending on the product, edition, and software key purchased."
"The pricing is good and now they offer three year and five year plans. After that if one lokes the service they can choose the lifetime service."
"Pricing for Sophos SafeGuard should be transparent. If you want to get support for Sophos SafeGuard, you don't get pricing information about support costs, and in the end, you'll get charged more."
"I rate Sophos SafeGuard's pricing a five out of ten."
"Licensing is on a yearly basis and the pricing could be better."
"Licensing for this solution is on a yearly basis."
"The pricing is reasonable."
"We used it for three years. It costs about 1000 ZAR. Maintenance was part of it, so we don't have extra cost. On a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price and ten is a high price, I rate the solution's pricing a three."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Healthcare Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Marketing Services Firm
7%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise8
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Sophos SafeGuard?
The product is easy to use.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos SafeGuard?
I cannot compare prices precisely, so I would give it a five out of ten rating. I am uncertain. Sophos is slightly more expensive than some other vendors. A bundle might be an option for cost-consc...
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What needs improvement with Sophos SafeGuard?
I don't think they have anything to add except that maybe they should do their research to see if there are new additions needed. Everything seems very straightforward.
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Also Known As

SafeGuard, SafeGuard Encryption
Safend Data Protection Suite
 

Overview

Protect your confidential information and comply with regulatory mandates safely and securely with SafeGuard Enterprise, Utimaco's comprehensive modular information protection platform. SafeGuard Enterprise is a modular information protection control platform that enforces policy-based security for PCs and mobile devices across mixed environments. SafeGuard Enterprise offers full transparency to end-users and is easy to administer from a single central console.
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National Health Service (NHS) Wales
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