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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.7% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$77 node/year
No pricing available
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
Star Rating
(190)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$77 node/year
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Star Rating
(548)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Symantec End-user Endpoint SecuritySummary
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- Users report that Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business excels in Email Encryption with a score of 9.7, which reviewers mention provides robust protection for sensitive communications, while Symantec's email encryption features are not rated, indicating a potential gap in this area.
- Reviewers mention that Symantec End-user Endpoint Security shines in Device Control with a score of 9.2, highlighting its effective management of peripheral devices, whereas Kaspersky's score of 8.8 suggests it may not be as strong in this functionality.
- G2 users note that Kaspersky's Malware Detection is rated at 9.0, which is slightly lower than Symantec's 9.2, indicating that users feel Symantec offers a more reliable defense against malware threats.
- Users on G2 report that Kaspersky's System Isolation feature scores 8.8, while Symantec's 9.1 rating suggests it provides better capabilities for isolating compromised endpoints, which is crucial for maintaining network security.
- Reviewers mention that Kaspersky's Compliance score of 9.0 is competitive, but Symantec's 9.2 indicates a stronger emphasis on meeting regulatory requirements, which is a significant consideration for enterprises.
- Users say that both products perform well in Incident Reports, but Symantec's higher score of 9.1 compared to Kaspersky's 8.7 suggests that users find Symantec's reporting features more comprehensive and user-friendly.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
Advanced
$77
node/year
Advanced combines Next Generation protection with role-based management and automation for a unique security posture, driving encryption adoption and improving efficiency for businesses of all sizes.
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
No pricing availableFree Trial
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
Free Trial is available
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
157
9.1
478
Ease of Use
8.6
158
8.9
484
Ease of Setup
8.2
61
8.4
158
Ease of Admin
8.3
56
8.3
154
Quality of Support
8.4
153
8.7
465
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.2
56
8.4
146
Product Direction (% positive)
8.3
159
9.0
476
Features by Category
Administration
8.9
50
9.2
155
8.9
50
9.1
155
8.9
50
8.9
156
8.9
48
8.8
154
Feature Not Available
9.2
157
Functionality
8.8
48
9.0
157
8.8
48
9.1
159
8.9
49
9.0
160
9.0
50
9.1
160
Analysis
8.9
48
8.8
155
9.0
49
9.1
155
8.7
49
8.9
156
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
6.0
8
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
6
Encryption
9.7
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
Compliance
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Management
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
System Control
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
Vulnerability Prevention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business and Symantec End-user Endpoint Security are categorized as Endpoint Protection Platforms
Unique Categories
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business is categorized as Encryption
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security is categorized as Endpoint Management and Antivirus
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
21.5%
Computer Software
6.2%
Accounting
5.1%
Internet
4.0%
Hospital & Health Care
3.4%
Other
59.9%
Information Technology and Services
21.9%
Events Services
7.2%
Marketing and Advertising
6.1%
Financial Services
5.5%
Computer Software
5.3%
Other
54.0%
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Discussions
How does Kaspersky work?
1 Comment
PS
We have a clear policy concerning the detection of malware: we detect and remediate any malware attack. It does not matter which language the threat...Read more
How does Kaspersky work?
1 Comment
PS
Learn more about our principles of cooperation with law enforcement agencies, commercial and public entities ...Read more
How does Kaspersky work?
1 Comment
Official Response from Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business
While Kaspersky’s current data protection practices are implemented in accordance with the highest industry standards and provide an extremely high level of...Read more
What are the New Features in Symantec Endpoint Protection 14.2?
1 Comment
Official Response from Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
The new features in Symantec Endpoint Protection 14.2 include:
• Content Analysis Integration – submit suspicious files for multilayered inspection,...Read more
Where can I download the Trial Version?
1 Comment
Official Response from Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
You can try the leading solution in endpoint protection by downloading a free 60-day trial today here:...Read more
Where can I find the technical knowledge base for Symantec Endpoint Protection?
1 Comment
Official Response from Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
Please visit the Education page (https://www.symantec.com/services/education-services) where you will find on-demand and instructor lead courses for such...Read more
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