Head Of Information Technology at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Integrates very well with all Windows workstations, works very well, and has good stability and scalability
Pros and Cons
  • "It integrates very well with all Windows workstations or other Microsoft Endpoint products. It also works quite well. So far, I have not had any issue that hasn't been sorted out. It doesn't use too many resources, so you don't have to install different things."
  • "Its price could be better."

What is our primary use case?

We replaced our antivirus with Microsoft Defender, and we are implementing three products. We have Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, which is deployed on all our endpoints. We also have Microsoft Defender for Office, which works very well to protect Office documents. 

We are using this solution for MDM and MAM for the endpoints. We are using its latest version.

What is most valuable?

It integrates very well with all Windows workstations or other Microsoft Endpoint products. It also works quite well. So far, I have not had any issue that hasn't been sorted out. 

It doesn't use too many resources, so you don't have to install different things.

What needs improvement?

Its price could be better.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using it for three months. 

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What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It is very stable for Windows. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It has very good scalability. We have 151 users.

How are customer service and support?

I have not directly interacted with them. My colleagues have interacted with them.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We were using another solution that was number three in the market according to Gartner 2019.

How was the initial setup?

There wasn't really much that we had to do because we have Intune, so it was very easy to deploy. We used the Control Panel, and it was deployed on the rest of the machines. What took longer was the onboarding of the machines to Intune, but once they were there, they were all protected. We, of course, had to remove the old antivirus.

What about the implementation team?

We used a partner. We had two people for this.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is within the same range as other products. It is not too expensive, and it is also not cheap. Its price can be better, but, well, it is Microsoft.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend this solution to others. I have a lot of good things to say about it. We are still navigating through it, and it has been working very well. We will absolutely keep on using it. 

I would rate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint an eight out of ten.

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COO at Floating-Dot Technology LTD
Real User
Top 20
Free software to prevent malware and viruses that is bundled with the operating system
Pros and Cons
  • "It's free. There is no additional cost. It's part of Windows."
  • "Microsoft Windows Defender doesn't have a game mode."

What is our primary use case?

Our primary use case for Windows Defender is to prevent malware and viruses. Security is the main purpose that it is used for by our organization.

How has it helped my organization?

We are no longer buying a separate antivirus with Windows 10 Server Enterprise. We are no longer buying antivirus solutions where there is no compatibility with Windows 10.

What is most valuable?

The malware features are most valuable for us because if you have an application that attacks, it is defended. It gives you a prompt and doesn't allow you to launch that app. 

If there's an application that has suspicious malware you downloaded from the internet, it gives you a prompt to prevent the application from launching.

Microsoft Windows Defender moves it to the recycle bin automatically.

What needs improvement?

Microsoft Windows Defender doesn't have a game mode. Other antivirus software (like BitDefender) have something known as a game mode. 

If you want to play a game, just enable the game mode to allow certain traffic without needing to configure it. Windows Defender doesn't have that.

There's no Windows Server edition for Windows Defender as part of the distribution.

For how long have I used the solution?

Personally it has been about a year and a half, but in the office are we using it seven months.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

In my experience, Microsoft Windows Defender has never caused any issues in operation. It is very stable. It doesn't affect the system.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Since it's a Microsoft product, scalability is top-notch. This shouldn't be an issue.

How are customer service and technical support?

I have never had a problem with technical support. I didn't use it. I have never had any performance issues with it.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We used Bitdefender, McAfee, and Norton antivirus software previously. Those are the main experiences that we have. We used all of those at various times.

How was the initial setup?

Microsoft Windows Defender installs automatically. There's no setup procedure. When you install Windows Suite or Enterprise on your machine, it installs quickly. 

There's nothing that might disturb it being activated. It installs with the operating system.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It's free because it comes with Windows. It's a free solution. We're not paying any license.

That's why it's better than Bitdefender, McAfee, or Norton. It's free.

What other advice do I have?

For Windows Defender, there's no server edition for it. It's free. There is no additional cost. It's part of Windows, i.e. if you have issues with compatibility using other products. 

If you paid for Windows, it already comes with Windows Pro and Windows Enterprise automatically. It's better to go with it than pay the additional expense of deploying other solutions.

On a scale from 1 to 10, I would rate this product a nine. It doesn't have all the features that it needs to be perfect.

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IT Operations Lead at a energy/utilities company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Real User
Basic protection, better central management needed, but simple setup
Pros and Cons
  • "The solution has good performance, I have not seen a problem."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Endpoint could provide us with a more holistic approach, such as collaboration. They can provide us with an environment from where we can manage all the endpoints from one central location, such as overall management."

What is our primary use case?

I use Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for an antivirus solution.

What needs improvement?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint could provide us with a more holistic approach, such as collaboration. They can provide us with an environment from where we can manage all the endpoints from one central location, such as overall management.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have used Microsoft Defender for Endpoint within the last 12 months.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution has good performance, I have not seen a problem.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have used ClowdStrike previously.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy.

What about the implementation team?

I did the implementation of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The price of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is reasonable. Other solutions are more expensive, such as ClowdStrike.

What other advice do I have?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint only provides a basic level of security. I don't find it overly useful or appealing. I can trade it with another endpoint security solution. It's an addition to other endpoint security solutions.

I rate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint a five out of ten.

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Admin at IEC (Electoral Commission of South Africa)
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
It has all the basic features you need, but the support could be more knowledgeable
Pros and Cons
  • "Defender should be fine for home use. It has all the basic functionality you need. I can't speak to how well it works as an enterprise solution because I'm not in the space."
  • "Microsoft support could be more knowledgeable."

What is our primary use case?

I'm using Defender at home for antivirus protection.

What is most valuable?

Defender should be fine for home use. It has all the basic functionality you need. I can't speak to how well it works as an enterprise solution because I'm not in the space. 

What needs improvement?

I have limited knowledge of Defender, so I can't comment on what the product needs because I'm not a security expert. I'm not in that space to say what components are missing compared to competitors.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Defender for a couple of years now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Defender is a highly stable product.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Defender is scalable.

How are customer service and support?

Microsoft support could be more knowledgeable.

How was the initial setup?

Defender is an easy product to set up, and it takes less than 3 minutes.

What other advice do I have?

I rate Defender seven out of 10. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Technical Manager at Secur Links
Real User
Reliable, good performance, and scalable
Pros and Cons
  • "The performance of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has been a valuable feature."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Endpoint could improve by adding more security features."

What is our primary use case?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is used for system security.

What is most valuable?

The performance of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has been a valuable feature.

What needs improvement?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint could improve by adding more security features.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for approximately five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is good.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is scalable.

We have approximately 30 people using the solution in my organization.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We have used eScan Endpoint Security.

How was the initial setup?

The initial installation of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is straightforward. After the operating system was installed the solution only took a few minutes to install.

What about the implementation team?

We did the implementation ourselves.

We have a local team of ten engineers that provide support to the solution.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The solution is included with Microsoft Windows.

What other advice do I have?

If anyone is looking for an antivirus instantly, they can enable Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on their Windows operating system. If they are still thinking of buying endpoint security in the future. They can use the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in the meantime.

I rate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint a nine out of ten.

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On-premises
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Chief Executive Officer at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
MSP
One of the best antiviruses on the market that's straightforward to set up and quick to deploy
Pros and Cons
  • "It's one of the best antiviruses on the market."
  • "The solution could be even more secure and provide an even higher level of security."

What is our primary use case?

We primarily use the solution for cloud security. It was used for threat detection and endpoint to endpoint.

The product can be used for organizations that use Microsoft as their primary security defender and need zero-day threat protection. It's good for companies that want to make sure there are no threats or attacks on their information.

What is most valuable?

It's one of the best antiviruses on the market.

What needs improvement?

The solution could be even more secure and provide an even higher level of security.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using the solution for more than two months at this point.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

We have a team of up to four or five people that use the solution.

How are customer service and support?

I've never contacted technical support or worked with them on any issues. 

How was the initial setup?

The installation is very straightforward and the deployment is quick as well. 

While I recall the deployment not taking too much time, I don't remember the exact amount, as it was already installed by my team here. It was likely less than ten minutes.

You only need roughly four people, at a maximum, to install the solution. You need one good manager and four or five engineers.

What about the implementation team?

I can handle the installation process myself. 

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

In order to use the solution, a base subscription is required.

What other advice do I have?

We are always using the latest version of the solution.

I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten.

I would recommend the solution to other users and organizations.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Public Cloud
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Cyber Security Engineer at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Real User
Not a secure product but it comes included with the Windows licensing fee
Pros and Cons
  • "It comes included with the Windows license."
  • "This solution is not secure, which is why I have moved to Linux."

What is our primary use case?

We use this solution to protect and blocks any threats. We use it for protection.

What needs improvement?

This solution is not secure, which is why I have moved to Linux.

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint could be more secure.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for two years.

How are customer service and technical support?

I have not yet used technical support.

How was the initial setup?

It comes preinstalled with the OS. There is no need for any deployment. There is no installation or any other steps needed.

The installation of the host OS was easy.

What about the implementation team?

I installed the OS myself.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

There is no licensing fee. It comes included with the Windows license.

What other advice do I have?

I don't recommend this solution.

I would rate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint a five out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Consulting Director at a tech services company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Real User
Reliable protection included with Windows Operating System
Pros and Cons
  • "It's stable."
  • "I would like to see fewer pop messages and alerts."

What is our primary use case?

I'm a consultant and I don't use these solutions. We sell them and we do research for sales purposes.

I don't use it explicitly. Rather, it's there on my laptop filtering viruses. It's there to protect my laptop.

What needs improvement?

I have had a few minor issues on my laptop but nothing really big.

I would like to see fewer pop messages and alerts. 

It's disturbing when you have that many alerts. 

Even though it shows you it's working, I don't really need to see it. If it was running in the background and never showing that would be perfect for me.

For how long have I used the solution?

It's been a part of my laptop by default for two to three years.

I am probably not using the latest version. I don't follow the best practices in terms of updates. I may have an outdated product.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It's stable. There are no issues that I know of. 

My laptop has been working.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

As it is for my personal use, this is an area that is not necessary for me to explore.

I am the only person using it.

I am a part of a tiny organization with a tiny team that is autonomous.

How are customer service and technical support?

I have not contacted technical support.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have used Symantec Endpoint Protection. It was the standard choice in my previous company.

How was the initial setup?

From what I remember, the initial setup was transparent. I haven't had to deal with it.

I would say that the initial setup was straightforward.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It's included with the Windows Operating System, I don't pay for any licensing fees.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend using this solution. I haven't had any issues and it's been working fine for me.

I plan to continue using this product as long as it is not causing any problems.

I would rate this solution an eight out of ten.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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