# Authentic8 Silo for Research vs Symantec Web Security Service Comparison

| | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 109 | 120 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (47.6% of reviews) | Enterprise (45.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Free Trial 1 User | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Authentic8 Silo for Research

Pros:
- Ease of Use (5 reviews)
- Security (4 reviews)

Cons:
- Slow Performance (2 reviews)
- Difficult Learning Curve (1 reviews)

### Symantec Web Security Service

Pros:
- Security Protection (6 reviews)
- Ease of Use (5 reviews)

Cons:
- Notification Issues (2 reviews)
- Expensive (1 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.5 (99 reviews) | 8.7 (89 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.9 (99 reviews) | 8.9 (90 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (18 reviews) | 8.9 (37 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (10 reviews) | 9.0 (33 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 9.3 (99 reviews) | 8.4 (87 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.6 (9 reviews) | 8.8 (32 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.8 (98 reviews) | 8.4 (82 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Authentic8 Silo for Research

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Free

Price: Free Trial 1 User

Description: For individuals looking to test drive Silo for Research and conduct investigations without risk.

Key Features:
- 10GB personal storage
- 1GB shared storage
- North American points of presence

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/authentic8-silo-for-research/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Symantec Web Security Service

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Authentic8 Silo for Research** | N/A | N/A |
| **Symantec Web Security Service** | 8.7/10 | 24 |

#### Analysis

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **User Analytics** | Not enough data | 8.6 (16 reviews) | 
| **Cloud Gap Analytics** | Not enough data | 8.7 (15 reviews) | 
| **Anomoly Detection** | Not enough data | 8.4 (16 reviews) | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **SSO** | Not enough data | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 
| **Cloud Registry** | Not enough data | 8.7 (15 reviews) | 
| **Mobile Device Mangement** | Not enough data | 8.8 (15 reviews) | 

#### Security

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Governance** | Not enough data | 8.7 (15 reviews) | 
| **Data loss Prevention** | Not enough data | 8.9 (17 reviews) | 
| **Data Encryption/Security** | Not enough data | 8.6 (18 reviews) | 
| **Access Control** | Not enough data | 9.3 (18 reviews) | 

### Secure Web Gateways

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Authentic8 Silo for Research** | N/A | N/A |
| **Symantec Web Security Service** | N/A | N/A |

#### Web Content and Traffic Filtering - Secure Web Gateways

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **SSL/TLS Inspection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Filtering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **URL Filtering** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Traffic Inspection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Ad and Tracker Blocking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Data Protection and Loss Prevention - Secure Web Gateways

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Loss Prevention (DLP)** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Phishing Protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Malware Protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Access Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Access Control and Authentication - Secure Web Gateways

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Application Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Authentication and Access Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User and Group Policies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Performance and Management - Secure Web Gateways

| Feature | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Customizable Policy Enforcement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bandwidth Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration Capabilities** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting and Logging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Threat Intelligence Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Browser Isolation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/browser-isolation)


**Unique to Symantec Web Security Service (2):** [Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-access-security-broker-casb), [Secure Web Gateway Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/secure-web-gateways)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Authentic8 Silo for Research | Symantec Web Security Service | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 28.2% | 31.2% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 47.6% | 23.9% | 
| **Enterprise** | 24.3% | 45.0% | 

### By Industry

#### Authentic8 Silo for Research

- **Information Technology and Services:** 23.3%
- **Telecommunications:** 12.6%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 9.7%
- **Financial Services:** 5.8%
- **Computer Software:** 4.9%
- **Legal Services:** 4.9%
- **Automotive:** 3.9%
- **Banking:** 3.9%
- **Retail:** 2.9%
- **Security and Investigations:** 1.9%
- **Other:** 26.2%

#### Symantec Web Security Service

- **Information Technology and Services:** 27.5%
- **Computer Software:** 11.9%
- **Financial Services:** 7.3%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 6.4%
- **Manufacturing:** 2.8%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 2.8%
- **Banking:** 2.8%
- **Higher Education:** 2.8%
- **Information Services:** 2.8%
- **Accounting:** 1.8%
- **Other:** 31.2%

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## Top Discussions

### Authentic8 Silo for Research

- Title: [Will you be providing a Freemium version?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/25289-will-you-be-providing-a-freemium-version) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Chris, thanks for the question. Anyone can access Silo for Safe Access at any time by clicking on "Try Silo Now" on the main page of our website..."
- Title: [How does Silo work?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/technology) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Silo is a cloud browser that runs on our servers, not your devices. Everything executes remotely – even cookies. You only get an encrypted display (i.e. a..."
- Title: [Who uses Silo?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/customers-547bf770-a9e1-4cc2-8a47-6f90106e1160) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "We don’t name our customers and we won’t name you. But the world’s leading organizations rely on Silo. From Fortune 10 companies to government and law..."
- Title: [How do I know I can trust Silo?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/privacy-160acc68-2639-431c-9ee5-e3b1811a492f) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Unlike other browsers, you’ll pay for Silo. That’s why we never have to share your data for any marketing or other commercial purposes. You’re not the..."
- Title: [Why is a cloud browser more secure than a regular browser?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/security-22f3f493-7d05-426e-b124-c9026c4c757c) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Not only does Silo run in a secure container that provides perfect isolation, but there are policies that prevent malicious code from executing. There is no..."

### Symantec Web Security Service

No discussions available for this product.

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/authentic8-silo-for-research-vs-symantec-web-security-service)