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Compare AWS IoT Device Defender and Google Cloud IoT Core

At a Glance
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender
Star Rating
(58)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AWS IoT Device Defender
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core
Star Rating
(30)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google Cloud IoT Core

AWS IoT Device Defender vs Google Cloud IoT Core

When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found AWS IoT Device Defender easier to use and do business with overall. However, reviewers preferred the ease of administration with Google Cloud IoT Core. Reviewers determined that both products are equally easy to set up.

  • Reviewers felt that AWS IoT Device Defender meets the needs of their business better than Google Cloud IoT Core.
  • When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that AWS IoT Device Defender is the preferred option.
  • For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of AWS IoT Device Defender over Google Cloud IoT Core.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS IoT Device Defender
No pricing available
Google Cloud IoT Core
No pricing available
Free Trial
AWS IoT Device Defender
No trial information available
Google Cloud IoT Core
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
37
9.0
18
Ease of Use
7.9
37
7.7
18
Ease of Setup
8.6
21
8.6
15
Ease of Admin
8.4
20
9.0
16
Quality of Support
8.6
34
8.3
18
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
19
9.0
16
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
31
8.7
18
Features by Category
IoT Analytics PlatformsHide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
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Data Sources
Not enough data
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Analytics
Not enough data
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Metrics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
IoT Device Management PlatformsHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Device Recognition
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Provisioning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Application Design
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
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Application Control
Not enough data
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Not enough data
IoT Security SolutionsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
8.6
26
Not enough data
Connected Device Security
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.8
22
Not enough data
8.5
24
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
9.0
23
Not enough data
8.5
19
Not enough data
9.2
24
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
24
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
8.2
24
Not enough data
8.7
24
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core
AWS IoT Device Defender and Google Cloud IoT Core are categorized as IoT Security Solutions
Unique Categories
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender has no unique categories
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core is categorized as IoT Device Management Platforms, IoT Platforms, and IoT Analytics Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
41.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
37.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
21.4%
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
48.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
31.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.7%
Reviewers' Industry
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender
Information Technology and Services
19.6%
Computer Software
19.6%
Computer & Network Security
10.7%
Telecommunications
3.6%
Marketing and Advertising
3.6%
Other
42.9%
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core
Computer Software
13.8%
Information Technology and Services
10.3%
Education Management
10.3%
Hospital & Health Care
6.9%
Entertainment
6.9%
Other
51.7%
Alternatives
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender Alternatives
Microsoft Defender for IoT
Microsoft Defender for IoT
Add Microsoft Defender for IoT
Azure IoT Hub
Azure IoT Hub
Add Azure IoT Hub
Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security
Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security
Add Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security
Azure Sphere
Azure Sphere
Add Azure Sphere
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core Alternatives
IBM Watson IoT Platform
IBM Watson IoT Platform
Add IBM Watson IoT Platform
Azure IoT Hub
Azure IoT Hub
Add Azure IoT Hub
Datadog
Datadog
Add Datadog
Azure IoT Central
Azure IoT Central
Add Azure IoT Central
Discussions
AWS IoT Device Defender
AWS IoT Device Defender Discussions
How can I improve my IoT device security?
1 Comment
Akash S.
AS
ways to improve iot device security: change defqult passwords make sure software is protected use encrypted protocolsRead more
Need aws Amazon smtp
1 Comment
Trever Holden M.
TM
I need Aws Amazon smtp Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
AWS IoT Device Defender has no more discussions with answers
Google Cloud IoT Core
Google Cloud IoT Core Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Google Cloud IoT Core has no discussions with answers