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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (57.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (40.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Forescout Platform
Star Rating
(15)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (57.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Forescout PlatformMicrosoft Defender for IoT
Star Rating
(100)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (40.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft Defender for IoTSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Forescout Network Security excels in Network Access with a score of 9.7, highlighting its robust capabilities in managing and securing network connections, while Microsoft Defender for IoT, with a score of 8.7, is noted for its effective but slightly less comprehensive approach.
- Reviewers mention that Forescout's Alerts & Notifications feature stands out with a score of 9.7, providing timely and actionable alerts, whereas Microsoft Defender for IoT, scoring 8.8, offers solid notifications but lacks some of the customization options that Forescout users appreciate.
- G2 users indicate that Forescout's IoT Network Security capabilities are superior, scoring 9.3, which users attribute to its extensive device visibility and control, compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT's score of 8.7, which, while effective, is seen as less comprehensive in certain environments.
- Users on G2 highlight Forescout's Vulnerability Assessment feature, scoring 9.0, as a key strength, providing detailed insights into potential security gaps, while Microsoft Defender for IoT, with a score of 8.6, is noted for its solid assessment tools but lacks some of the depth found in Forescout's offerings.
- Reviewers mention that Forescout's Dashboard is highly rated at 9.7 for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive data visualization, while Microsoft Defender for IoT, scoring 8.7, is seen as functional but less intuitive, making it harder for some users to navigate effectively.
- Users say that Forescout's Ease of Use is rated at 9.2, with many praising its straightforward setup and management processes, while Microsoft Defender for IoT, with a score of 8.3, is considered less user-friendly, particularly for those new to IoT security management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Forescout Platform
No pricing availableMicrosoft Defender for IoT
No pricing availableFree Trial
Forescout Platform
No trial information availableMicrosoft Defender for IoT
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
8
8.4
70
Ease of Use
9.2
8
8.4
74
Ease of Setup
8.7
5
8.1
51
Ease of Admin
8.0
5
8.2
35
Quality of Support
7.7
8
8.4
71
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.7
5
8.6
34
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
8
8.0
65
Features by Category
Data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Network
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
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Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Network Management
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Security
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Identity Management
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Generative AI
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Not enough data
Network Security Policy Management (NSPM)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
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Network Maintenance
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Network Management
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Network Monitoring
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Risk Analysis
Not enough data
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Vulnerability Assesment
Not enough data
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Automation
Not enough data
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Connected Device Security
9.0
5
8.6
23
Not enough data
8.6
19
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
8.6
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
9.3
5
8.7
23
Not enough data
8.5
18
9.7
5
8.8
23
Platform
9.7
5
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.7
21
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
8.6
24
Asset Management
Not enough data
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Monitoring
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Risk Management
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Generative AI
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Generative AI - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
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Risk Identification and Assessment - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
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Monitoring and Integration - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
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Systems Management - OT Security Tools
Not enough data
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Connected Device Security - OT Security Tools
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Reporting - OT Security Tools
Not enough data
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Generative AI - OT Security Tools
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Orchestration
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Information
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Personalization
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Generative AI
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Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
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Automation
Not enough data
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Orchestration
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Response
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Forescout Platform and Microsoft Defender for IoT are categorized as IoT Security Solutions and OT Security Tools
Unique Categories
Forescout Platform is categorized as Network Security Policy Management (NSPM), Zero Trust Networking, Network Access Control (NAC), Attack Surface Management, Risk-Based Vulnerability Management, Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), Threat Intelligence, and Exposure Management Platforms
Microsoft Defender for IoT has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Forescout Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Defender for IoT
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
Computer & Network Security
42.9%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Hospital & Health Care
14.3%
Security and Investigations
7.1%
Internet
7.1%
Other
14.3%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Computer Software
12.2%
Financial Services
8.2%
Computer & Network Security
7.1%
Automotive
4.1%
Other
54.1%
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Discussions
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Microsoft Defender for IoT has no discussions with answers
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