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# FortiEDR vs Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**FortiEDR** [

4.5/5(12)

](https://www.g2.com/products/fortiedr/reviews#reviews)

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** [

4.4/5(312)

](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**FortiEDR**
No pricing available

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**FortiEDR**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
3 months

Based on 22 responses

Return on Investment

**FortiEDR**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
16 months

Based on 18 responses

Perceived Cost

**FortiEDR**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**FortiEDR**
Not enough reviews yet

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
13%

Pros & Cons

**FortiEDR**
Not enough data

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
[
Ease of Use (19)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1871828&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Threat Detection (17)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1870896&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Compatibility Issues (8)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1871097&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Complexity (7)
](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1871488&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**FortiEDR**
Not enough data

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
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Screenshots

**FortiEDR**
No screenshot available

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**
 ![Microsoft Defender for Endpoint screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/1226965/blocksophis-4.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**FortiEDR**

8.3

8.310

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.6

8.6251

Ease of Use

**FortiEDR**

8.7

8.710

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.6

8.6257

Ease of Setup

**FortiEDR**

8.6

8.66

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.5

8.5167

Ease of Admin

**FortiEDR**

8.6

8.66

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.6

8.6157

Quality of Support

**FortiEDR**

8.3

8.310

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.5

8.5241

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**FortiEDR**

8.1

8.16

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

8.6

8.6153

Product Direction (% positive)

**FortiEDR**

8.8

8.810

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint**

9.2

9.2250

Features

Endpoint Protection Platforms[Hide 82 FeaturesShow 82 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

8.7

28

Administration

Compliance

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

24

Web Control

Not enough data

8.4(won by default)

23

Application Control

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

24

Asset Management

Not enough data

8.7(won by default)

24

Device Control

Not enough data

8.9(won by default)

23

Patch Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Password Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Monitoring & Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Policy Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Incident Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

PCI Compliance

Not enough data

Not enough data

Web Threat Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Device Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Functionality

System Isolation

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

24

Firewall

Not enough data

8.6(won by default)

24

Endpoint Intelligence

Not enough data

9.0(won by default)

24

Anomaly/Malware Detection

Not enough data

8.7(won by default)

24

Analysis

Automated Remediation

Not enough data

8.5(won by default)

24

Incident Reports

Not enough data

8.6(won by default)

23

Behavioral Analysis

Not enough data

8.4(won by default)

22

Risk Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

SSL Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

HIPAA Compliant

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Response

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Maintenance Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security Auditing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Application Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Encryption

Not enough data

Not enough data

Network Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Financial Data Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anti Virus

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virus Definition Update

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

VPN

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Trail

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anti Spam

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Escalation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Login

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI/Machine Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Behavioral Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Prioritization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

IOC Verification

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Two-Factor Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Server Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Scanning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Event Logs

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Whitelisting/Blacklisting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Alerts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Behavior Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tokenization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Web Traffic Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Antivirus[Hide 43 FeaturesShow 43 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

8.0

57

Generative AI

AI Text Generation

Not enough data

8.0(won by default)

52

AI Text Summarization

Not enough data

8.0(won by default)

52

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Spam Blocker

Not enough data

Not enough data

Spam Quarantine

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-time Alerts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Incident Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Update/Installation

Not enough data

Not enough data

DDoS Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Automatic Scans

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability/Threat Prioritization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Identity Theft Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security Auditing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virus Definition Update

Not enough data

Not enough data

VPN

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tracker Blocking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Loss Prevention

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Webcam Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anomaly/Malware Detection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Password Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Phishing Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Attachment Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI/Machine Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Network Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Response

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Scanning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Backup and Recovery

Not enough data

Not enough data

Next-Generation Firewall

Not enough data

Not enough data

Application Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Whitelisting/Blacklisting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Server Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Incident Response[Hide 40 FeaturesShow 40 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.6

6

Not enough data

Response

Resolution Automation

8.7(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Resolution Guidance

8.3(won by default)

5

Not enough data

System Isolation

8.3(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Threat Intelligence

7.8(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Incident Investigation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Records

Incident Logs

9.2(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Incident Reports

8.9(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Management

Incident Alerts

8.9(won by default)

6

Not enough data

Incident Case Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

AI Text Generation

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Text Summarization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

SSL Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

HIPAA Compliant

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Response

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Maintenance Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security Auditing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Application Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Encryption

Not enough data

Not enough data

Network Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Reporting

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Authentication

Not enough data

Not enough data

Financial Data Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anti Virus

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virus Definition Update

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

VPN

Not enough data

Not enough data

Audit Trail

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anti Spam

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Escalation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Show 2 feature categories with incomplete data

Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)[Hide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) 

Managed Services

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Event Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Prioritization

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Whitelisting/Blacklisting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remediation Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Behavioral Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Continuous Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Root Cause Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Anomaly/Malware Detection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Protection[Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

System Control

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

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

Incident Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security Validation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance 

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![FortiEDR](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_f35d39de68b540883658c682587cacab/fortiedr.png "FortiEDR")](https://www.g2.com/products/fortiedr/reviews)

FortiEDR

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

16.7%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

50.0%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

33.3%

[![Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/a8a99a96fda235658139f710592f8a53/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint.svg "Microsoft Defender for Endpoint")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews)

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

26.9%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

34.6%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

38.5%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

16.7%

26.9%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

50.0%

34.6%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

33.3%

38.5%

Reviewers' Industry

[![FortiEDR](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_f35d39de68b540883658c682587cacab/fortiedr.png "FortiEDR")](https://www.g2.com/products/fortiedr/reviews)
FortiEDR

Information Technology and Services

25.0%

Computer & Network Security

16.7%

Restaurants

8.3%

Insurance

8.3%

Financial Services

8.3%

Other

33.3%

[![Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/a8a99a96fda235658139f710592f8a53/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint.svg "Microsoft Defender for Endpoint")](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews)
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Information Technology and Services

25.3%

Computer & Network Security

14.3%

Financial Services

6.0%

Computer Software

6.0%

Telecommunications

2.3%

Other

46.0%

FAQs

## FortiEDR vs Microsoft Defender for... FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

### What is the difference between FortiEDR vs Microsoft Defender for...?

FortiEDR stands out for its slightly higher G2 rating and ease of setup, while Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is recognized for its integration strengths and broader reviewer base.

| | [FortiEDR](https://www.g2.com/products/fortiedr/reviews) | [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| G2 Rating (reviews) | 4.5/5 (12 reviews) | 4.4/5 (312 reviews) |
| Ease of Setup score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Quality of Support score | 8.3 | 8.5 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength | Real-time Monitoring and Threat Detection | Ease of Use (19 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for... compare?

FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are rated at parity for value, with reviewers expressing similar satisfaction on price and cost-related dimensions.

- **FortiEDR:** Recent reviews note that FortiEDR's cost can be a drawback for smaller organizations, with some stating the cost-benefit analysis does not work out for them.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint:** Reviewers highlight that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is often included with existing Microsoft licensing, making it feel worth the cost, especially for organizations already using Microsoft tools.
- **Switching reasons:** Reviewers mention switching to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint due to its integration with the Microsoft ecosystem and centralized management.

### What are the best alternatives to FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for...?

The top three alternatives to FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are ESET PROTECT, SentinelOne Singularity, and Sophos Endpoint.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [FortiEDR](https://www.g2.com/products/fortiedr/reviews) | 4.5/5 (12 reviews) | — | Cost can be a drawback for smaller organizations | Real-time Monitoring and Threat Detection |
| [Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/reviews) | 4.4/5 (312 reviews) | — | Often included with Microsoft licensing, seen as good value | Ease of Use (19 all-time mentions) |
| [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1003 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |
| [SentinelOne Singularity...](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) | 4.7/5 (212 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [Sophos Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews) | 4.7/5 (837 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |

### Which Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) features should I prioritize when comparing FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for...?

Buyers comparing FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint should prioritize threat detection, ease of use, integration capabilities, real-time monitoring, and incident response automation.

- **Threat Detection:** Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is cited for threat detection in 17 all-time reviews; FortiEDR is praised for real-time monitoring and threat detection in recent reviews.
- **Ease of Use:** Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has 19 all-time mentions for ease of use and an 8.6 Ease of Use score; FortiEDR scores 8.7 on Ease of Use.
- **Integration Capabilities:** Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is mentioned in 10 all-time reviews for integrations, with specific mentions of Microsoft Sentinel; FortiEDR is noted for integration with other Fortinet products in recent reviews.
- **Real-Time Monitoring:** FortiEDR is highlighted for real-time monitoring and automated response in recent reviews; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is also cited for real-time monitoring and centralized management.
- **Incident Response Automation:** FortiEDR is praised for automated playbooks and incident response; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is recognized for automated investigation and response features.

### What are the pros and cons of FortiEDR vs Microsoft Defender for...?

FortiEDR's headline strength is real-time monitoring and threat detection, while Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is recognized for ease of use and integration with the Microsoft ecosystem.

- **FortiEDR strengths:** Real-time monitoring, threat detection, incident response automation, and integration with other Fortinet products.
- **FortiEDR trade-offs:** Cost is a drawback for smaller organizations, false positives, resource intensity, and support for integration can be improved.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint strengths:** Ease of use (19 all-time mentions), threat detection (17), security (16), protection (14), cybersecurity protection (13), features (11), integrations (10), dashboard usability (7), easy integrations (7), threat protection (7), automation (6), easy setup (6).
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint trade-offs:** Compatibility issues (8 all-time mentions), complexity (7), difficult configuration (7), improvements needed (7), lack of clarity (7), complex interface (5).

### Is FortiEDR or Microsoft Defender for... better for small businesses?

Huntress Managed EDR is the top-ranked alternative for small businesses, but among FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, recent reviews indicate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a better fit for small businesses due to its integration and value with existing Microsoft licensing.

- **FortiEDR:** Reviewers note that the cost-benefit analysis does not work out for smaller organizations, and smaller organizations may struggle to dedicate specific teams for certain tasks.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint:** Reviewers highlight that it is often included with Microsoft licensing, making it accessible and valuable for small businesses already using Microsoft tools.

### Which Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) platform has better integrations?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is favored for integrations, with reviewers citing its integration with Microsoft Sentinel and other Microsoft security products.

- **FortiEDR:** Recent reviews mention integration with other Fortinet products and unified management, but no third-party integration tools are cited in the data.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint:** Microsoft Sentinel is cited in 2 all-time reviews, and integrations with Microsoft 365, Azure, and Defender XDR are frequently mentioned in recent reviews.

### How do FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for... compare on customer support?

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and FortiEDR are rated at parity for Quality of Support, with scores of 8.5 and 8.3 respectively, which is below the materiality threshold for a clear winner.

- **FortiEDR:** Reviewers describe support as responsive and available 24/7, though some mention that support for integration could be improved.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint:** Reviewers report mixed experiences, with some praising the support and others noting slow response times or lack of attention for smaller customers.

### Which is easier to implement, FortiEDR or Microsoft Defender for...?

FortiEDR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are rated at parity for Ease of Setup, with scores of 8.6 and 8.5 respectively, indicating similar implementation experiences.

- **FortiEDR:** Reviewers highlight simple implementation and configuration, with ease of setup scores of 6.0 to 7.0 in recent reviews.
- **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint:** Reviewers note that setup can be complex, especially for new users or larger environments, but also mention that onboarding is efficient and straightforward for organizations already using Microsoft tools, with ease of setup scores ranging from 4.0 to 7.0.

Alternatives

**FortiEDR Alternatives**

 ![SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/c15547079e2b285340998eb8a52a44b8/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint.svg "SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint")

[
SentinelOne Singularity...
](/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews)

 ![Sophos Endpoint](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/c3eafd206cf051259b58dcd9712f2d46/sophos-endpoint.svg "Sophos Endpoint")

[
Sophos Endpoint
](/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews)

 ![CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_56db399f44b6fabb7c667f09bc770579/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform.png "CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform")

[
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint...
](/products/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform/reviews)

 ![Huntress Managed EDR](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/4f942558c45d6b4567deda689d08fd0f/huntress-managed-edr%282%29.svg "Huntress Managed EDR")

[
Huntress Managed EDR
](/products/huntress-managed-edr/reviews)

**Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Alternatives**

 ![ESET PROTECT](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/2a91dba34f34a7c8ddf3ac91f9b897cf/eset-protect.svg "ESET PROTECT")

[
ESET PROTECT
](/products/eset-protect/reviews)

 ![Sophos Endpoint](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/c3eafd206cf051259b58dcd9712f2d46/sophos-endpoint.svg "Sophos Endpoint")

[
Sophos Endpoint
](/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews)

 ![CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/thumb_square/thumb_square_56db399f44b6fabb7c667f09bc770579/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform.png "CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform")

[
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## FortiEDR vs Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found FortiEDR easier to use and set up. However, reviewers felt that administration of both products was equally easy, and preferred doing business with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint overall.

- Reviewers felt that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint meets the needs of their business better than FortiEDR.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint over FortiEDR.