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Compare ESET PROTECT and Sophos Endpoint 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (63.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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ESET PROTECT
Star Rating
(918)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Free Trial is available
Browse all 5 pricing plansSophos Endpoint
Star Rating
(816)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (63.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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- G2 reviewers report that Sophos Endpoint excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to ESET PROTECT. Users appreciate its centralized management capabilities, which streamline threat protection and compliance monitoring.
- According to verified reviews, Sophos Endpoint is praised for its ease of deployment and integration with existing systems, making it a preferred choice for organizations looking for quick implementation. Users highlighted the intuitive onboarding process and comprehensive documentation.
- Users say that ESET PROTECT offers a seamless integration with operating systems, which can simplify the initial setup. One reviewer noted that it came pre-installed with the OS, eliminating the need for extensive deployment time, which can be a significant advantage for smaller businesses.
- Reviewers mention that while Sophos Endpoint provides robust features like drive encryption and advanced threat detection, ESET PROTECT shines in its scripting capabilities for advanced users, allowing for detailed risk assessments and custom queries.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Sophos Endpoint's support quality is rated higher, with users noting responsive assistance and effective problem resolution. In contrast, ESET PROTECT's support, while competent, received slightly lower satisfaction ratings.
- According to recent user feedback, both products have their strengths, but Sophos Endpoint's higher ratings in ease of use and administration suggest it may be better suited for organizations that prioritize user-friendly interfaces and management tools, while ESET PROTECT appeals to those who value comprehensive features in a single platform.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ESET PROTECT
ESET PROTECT Advanced
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Best-in-class endpoint protection against ransomware & zero-day threats.
Cross-platform solution with easy-to-use cloud or on-prem management, server security, advanced threat defense, and full disk encryption.
- Console
- Server Security
- Modern Endpoint Protection
Sophos Endpoint
No pricing availableFree Trial
ESET PROTECT
Free Trial is available
Sophos Endpoint
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
786
9.4
636
Ease of Use
8.9
788
9.3
643
Ease of Setup
8.7
526
9.3
603
Ease of Admin
8.5
414
9.3
555
Quality of Support
8.9
726
9.0
623
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
404
9.3
549
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
779
9.4
619
Features by Category
Administration
9.2
192
9.3
366
9.1
200
9.2
371
9.0
201
9.3
364
8.8
193
8.9
355
9.0
197
9.3
363
Functionality
9.0
201
9.3
363
9.1
203
9.2
356
9.2
204
9.4
363
9.3
204
9.5
366
Analysis
9.0
197
9.2
359
9.1
196
9.2
357
Feature Not Available
9.2
355
Detection
9.5
76
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
74
Not enough data
Analysis
9.5
76
Not enough data
9.0
74
Not enough data
9.4
74
Not enough data
9.4
75
Not enough data
Response
9.2
75
Not enough data
9.5
76
Not enough data
9.4
75
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Detection & Response
9.6
14
9.2
253
9.8
14
9.4
258
9.8
14
9.3
257
9.9
14
9.6
259
Management
9.5
13
9.2
249
9.8
14
8.8
246
9.2
13
9.2
248
Analytics
9.4
15
9.3
258
9.0
14
8.9
251
9.3
14
9.1
249
Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms
9.4
9
8.5
138
9.8
8
8.6
139
9.7
10
8.6
139
Services - Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
9.7
6
9.4
140
Platform Features
8.3
14
Not enough data
9.4
13
Not enough data
9.2
13
Not enough data
9.4
14
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
9.5
14
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
Automation Capabilities
9.6
13
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
6.7
8
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
7.7
236
Feature Not Available
7.7
237
Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
9.7
10
9.5
126
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
ESET PROTECT and Sophos Endpoint are categorized as Endpoint Protection Platforms, Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms, Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), and Antivirus
Unique Categories
ESET PROTECT is categorized as Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Malware Analysis Tools, and Patch Management
Sophos Endpoint has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ESET PROTECT
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Sophos Endpoint
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
12.4%
Computer Software
5.3%
Computer & Network Security
3.9%
Construction
3.8%
Internet
3.3%
Other
71.2%
Information Technology and Services
14.8%
Manufacturing
6.3%
Computer & Network Security
6.1%
Hospital & Health Care
4.1%
Construction
4.0%
Other
64.7%
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