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Compare ESET PROTECT and Symantec End-user Endpoint Security 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.4% of reviews)
Enterprise (43.4% 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
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Star Rating
(550)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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- G2 reviewers report that ESET PROTECT stands out for its ease of deployment, with users appreciating that it comes pre-installed with the OS, eliminating lengthy setup times. In contrast, while Symantec End-user Endpoint Security is noted for its intuitive GUI and straightforward policy creation, some users still find the initial setup process to be more involved.
- Users say that ESET PROTECT offers a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity solutions, which enhances its effectiveness throughout the risk assessment process. Reviewers highlight its ability to provide relevant information for informed decision-making, whereas Symantec is praised for its all-round protection against known and advanced threats, making it a solid choice for enterprise environments.
- Reviewers mention that both products have similar scores for ease of use, but ESET PROTECT edges out slightly with its seamless integration into existing systems. Users appreciate the kusto query language scripting for advanced users, while Symantec's users commend its strong customer support and ease of understanding the management console.
- According to verified reviews, ESET PROTECT has a significantly higher G2 Score, indicating greater overall user satisfaction. This is reflected in the volume of recent reviews, with ESET receiving 24 reviews in the last 90 days compared to just 1 for Symantec, suggesting that ESET is more actively engaging its user base.
- Users highlight that Symantec End-user Endpoint Security is particularly well-suited for enterprise environments, with a strong focus on malware detection and policy management. However, ESET PROTECT is favored by small businesses for its fully featured IT security platform that integrates all necessary components in one place.
- Reviewers note that while both products perform well in terms of quality of support, ESET PROTECT receives slightly higher marks for its responsiveness and effectiveness. Users of Symantec appreciate the support but have mentioned that it can sometimes lag behind in addressing complex issues.
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
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
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ESET PROTECT
Free Trial is available
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
786
9.1
480
Ease of Use
8.9
788
8.9
486
Ease of Setup
8.7
526
8.4
160
Ease of Admin
8.5
414
8.3
155
Quality of Support
8.9
726
8.7
467
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
404
8.4
147
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
779
9.0
478
Features by Category
Administration
9.2
192
9.2
155
9.1
200
9.1
155
9.0
201
8.9
156
8.8
193
8.8
154
9.0
197
9.2
157
Functionality
9.0
201
9.0
157
9.1
203
9.1
159
9.2
204
9.0
160
9.3
204
9.2
162
Analysis
9.0
197
8.8
155
9.1
196
9.1
155
Feature Not Available
8.9
157
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
Not enough data
9.8
14
Not enough data
9.8
14
Not enough data
9.9
14
Not enough data
Management
9.5
13
Not enough data
9.8
14
Not enough data
9.2
13
Not enough data
Analytics
9.4
15
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.3
14
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms
9.4
9
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
Services - Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
9.7
6
Not enough data
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
6.0
8
Feature Not Available
6.0
8
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
6
Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
9.7
10
Not enough data
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 Symantec End-user Endpoint Security are categorized as Endpoint Protection Platforms and Antivirus
Unique Categories
ESET PROTECT is categorized as Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms, Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Malware Analysis Tools, and Patch Management
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security is categorized as Endpoint Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ESET PROTECT
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
12.4%
Computer Software
5.3%
Computer & Network Security
3.9%
Construction
3.8%
Internet
3.3%
Other
71.2%
Information Technology and Services
21.8%
Events Services
7.2%
Marketing and Advertising
6.0%
Financial Services
5.5%
Computer Software
5.3%
Other
54.2%
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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?
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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?
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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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