# Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage vs Sophos Endpoint Comparison

| | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.7 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 114 | 831 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (73.4% of reviews) | Mid-Market (63.5% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Starting at $1,560.00 Per Year | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage

Pros:
- Affordable (17 reviews)
- Reliability (14 reviews)

Cons:
- Poor Interface Design (4 reviews)
- Poor Navigation (4 reviews)

### Sophos Endpoint

Pros:
- Ease of Use (191 reviews)
- Protection (180 reviews)

Cons:
- Slow Performance (73 reviews)
- High Resource Usage (52 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (77 reviews) | 9.4 (642 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.9 (78 reviews) | 9.3 (651 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.6 (49 reviews) | 9.3 (610 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.8 (38 reviews) | 9.3 (559 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.7 (57 reviews) | 9.0 (629 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (36 reviews) | 9.3 (552 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.2 (70 reviews) | 9.4 (624 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: B2 Reserve

Price: Starting at $1,560.00 Per Year

Description: Always-hot, S3-compatible storage in a capacity-based bundles starting at 20TB

Key Features:
- Storage capacity bundles with all-inclusive pricing
- Free egress up to 3x data storage capacity and transaction call fees included 
- Free data migration to move data from public clouds, on-premises, and tape systems 

[Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/backblaze-b2-cloud-storage/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Sophos Endpoint

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Server Backup

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | 8.7/10 | 20 |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Compatibility 

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Server Backup** | 9.1 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Database Server Backup** | 8.7 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Virtual Machines** | 8.3 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Repository Models** | 8.0 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Continuous Backup** | 9.1 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Disaster Recovery** | 8.5 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Storage Capacity** | 9.2 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Backup** | 8.9 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Monitoring** | 7.8 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Compliance

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Security Standards** | 8.7 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Data Protection** | 8.9 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Data Deduplication** | 8.8 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Server Backup

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Online Backup

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | 8.6/10 | 33 |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Real-time Sync** | 9.1 (21 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Storage Capacity** | 9.8 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Backup** | 9.1 (21 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Versioning** | 9.4 (21 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile Backup Application** | 6.2 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Compatibility 

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Disk Backup** | 8.9 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Local Backup** | 8.1 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Storage Formats** | 8.9 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **File Sharing** | 7.8 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Security Standards** | 8.8 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Encrypted Storage** | 9.5 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Online Backup

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | 6.4 (7 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Endpoint Protection Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | 9.3/10 | 409 |

#### Administration

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Compliance** | Not enough data | 9.4 (368 reviews) | 
| **Web Control** | Not enough data | 9.2 (375 reviews) | 
| **Application Control** | Not enough data | 9.3 (369 reviews) | 
| **Asset Management** | Not enough data | 8.8 (357 reviews) | 
| **Device Control** | Not enough data | 9.3 (368 reviews) | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **System Isolation** | Not enough data | 9.3 (367 reviews) | 
| **Firewall** | Not enough data | 9.2 (357 reviews) | 
| **Endpoint Intelligence** | Not enough data | 9.4 (366 reviews) | 
| **Malware Detection** | Not enough data | 9.5 (373 reviews) | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Automated Remediation** | Not enough data | 9.2 (365 reviews) | 
| **Incident Reports** | Not enough data | 9.2 (361 reviews) | 
| **Behavioral Analysis** | Not enough data | 9.2 (358 reviews) | 

### Disaster Recovery

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | 8.7/10 | 14 |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **On Premises Recovery** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Recovery** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Prior State Recovery** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Recovery Automation** | 8.0 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Replication** | 8.6 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Local Management** | 8.5 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Infrastructure Compatibility** | 8.8 (11 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Solution Integration** | 9.0 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Real-Time Analytics** | 7.9 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **RTO and RPO Management** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Disaster Recovery

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | 9.1/10 | 279 |

#### Detection & Response

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Response Automation** | Not enough data | 9.2 (253 reviews) | 
| **Threat Hunting** | Not enough data | 9.4 (259 reviews) | 
| **Rule-Based Detection** | Not enough data | 9.3 (258 reviews) | 
| **Real-Time Detection** | Not enough data | 9.6 (261 reviews) | 

#### Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Extensibility** | Not enough data | 9.2 (249 reviews) | 
| **Workflow Automation** | Not enough data | 8.8 (245 reviews) | 
| **Unified Visibility** | Not enough data | 9.2 (248 reviews) | 

#### Analytics

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Threat Intelligence** | Not enough data | 9.3 (258 reviews) | 
| **Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning** | Not enough data | 8.8 (250 reviews) | 
| **Data Collection** | Not enough data | 9.1 (248 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | 8.5 (137 reviews) | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | 8.6 (138 reviews) | 
| **Decision Making** | Not enough data | 8.6 (138 reviews) | 

#### Services - Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Managed Services** | Not enough data | 9.4 (139 reviews) | 

### Object Storage Solutions

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Versioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scalability** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Speed of access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Reliability

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Redundancy** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Availability** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Compatibility

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Infrastructure compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Interoperability** | 6.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Antivirus

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | 7.7/10 | 243 |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | 7.7 (234 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | 7.8 (235 reviews) | 

### Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | 9.5/10 | 134 |

#### Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) 

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Managed Services** | Not enough data | 9.5 (127 reviews) | 

### Cloud Security

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Cloud Visibility

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Discovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Registry** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Gap Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Security** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data loss Prevention** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Identity

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **SSO** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Governance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Endpoint Protection

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### System Control

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Device Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Web Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **System Isolation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Vulnerability Prevention

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Endpoint Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Firewall** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Malware Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Incident Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security Validation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Backup

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage** | N/A | N/A |
| **Sophos Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |

#### Management

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Disaster Recovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Storage Formats** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scheduled Backups** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-Demand Restoration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Reporting

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Activity Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security and Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Deduplication ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage (5):** [Disaster Recovery Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/disaster-recovery), [Online Backup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-backup), [Server Backup Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/server-backup), [Object Storage Solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/object-storage-solutions), [Archive Storage Solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/archive-storage-solutions)

**Unique to Sophos Endpoint (4):** [Endpoint Protection Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-protection-platforms), [Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/extended-detection-and-response-xdr-platforms), [Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-detection-response-edr), [Antivirus Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/antivirus)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage | Sophos Endpoint | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 73.4% | 17.4% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 19.3% | 63.5% | 
| **Enterprise** | 7.3% | 19.2% | 

### By Industry

#### Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage

- **Information Technology and Services:** 14.8%
- **Computer Software:** 8.3%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 6.5%
- **Internet:** 5.6%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 5.6%
- **Graphic Design:** 3.7%
- **Photography:** 2.8%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 1.9%
- **Broadcast Media:** 1.9%
- **Construction:** 1.9%
- **Other:** 47.2%

#### Sophos Endpoint

- **Information Technology and Services:** 14.9%
- **Manufacturing:** 6.1%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 6.0%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 4.1%
- **Construction:** 4.0%
- **Education Management:** 3.5%
- **Computer Software:** 3.5%
- **Automotive:** 2.9%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 2.5%
- **Retail:** 2.5%
- **Other:** 50.1%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage

- [IDrive Online and SaaS Backup, Object Storage e2](https://www.g2.com/products/idrive-online-and-saas-backup-object-storage-e2/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (1949 reviews)
- [Veeam Data Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/veeam-data-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (721 reviews)
- [Arctera Backup Exec](https://www.g2.com/products/arctera-arctera-backup-exec/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (275 reviews)
- [Cove Data Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/cove-data-protection/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (434 reviews)
- [Druva Data Security Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/druva-data-security-cloud/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (736 reviews)
- [Amazon S3 Glacier](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-s3-glacier/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (138 reviews)
- [MSP360 Backup](https://www.g2.com/products/msp360-backup/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (548 reviews)
- [Unitrends Backup and Recovery](https://www.g2.com/products/unitrends-backup-and-recovery/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (459 reviews)
- [Google Cloud Storage](https://www.g2.com/products/google-cloud-storage/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (600 reviews)
- [NAKIVO Backup & Replication](https://www.g2.com/products/nakivo-backup-replication/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (354 reviews)

### Alternatives to Sophos Endpoint

- [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (970 reviews)
- [CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (440 reviews)
- [Check Point Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (284 reviews)
- [SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [Bitdefender GravityZone XDR](https://www.g2.com/products/bitdefender-gravityzone-xdr/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (100 reviews)
- [ThreatDown](https://www.g2.com/products/threatdown/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1086 reviews)
- [Trellix Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/trellix-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (327 reviews)
- [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (311 reviews)
- [Cynet](https://www.g2.com/products/cynet/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (250 reviews)
- [WatchGuard Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/watchguard-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (123 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage

- Title: [What is Backblaze used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-backblaze-used-for) — 2 comments *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Backblaze B2 is a cloud storage service that provides affordable, high-performance object storage. B2 Cloud Storage offers online business cloud storage..."
- Title: [How do you use backblaze?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-you-use-backblaze) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "I was a victim approximately seven months ago. Through  a phishing scam, a grifter gained access to my account. They made off with 2.8 BTC. I was horrified...."
- Title: [Why is backblaze so cheap?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/why-is-backblaze-so-cheap) — 1 comment *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Backblaze focuses on hot object storage for top use cases, not pricey bells and whistles for outlier needs. We innovated on commodity hardware with..."
- Title: [What is backblaze?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-backblaze) — 1 comment *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Backblaze B2 is a cloud object storage solution that is designed to offer high-performance storage at a fraction of the cost of other cloud providers,..."
- Title: [Is backblaze any good?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-backblaze-any-good) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, very much so. From the desktop backup service to the B2 cloud storage, their offerings are full featured, well documented with great support."

### Sophos Endpoint

- Title: [Is Sophos Endpoint an antivirus?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-sophos-endpoint-an-antivirus) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Yes."
- Title: [What is Sophos Intercept X: Next-Gen Endpoint used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-sophos-intercept-x-next-gen-endpoint-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Sophos Intercept X (Next‑Gen Endpoint) is an advanced endpoint protection solution designed to shield devices (like PCs and servers) from a wide range of..."
- Title: [Is Sophos intercept x any good?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-sophos-intercept-x-any-good) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes, it is good. Low footprint and updates are small so faster updating of definition files. "

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/backblaze-b2-cloud-storage-vs-sophos-endpoint)