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# Kaspersky AntiVirus vs Symantec End-user Endpoint Security Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Kaspersky AntiVirus** [

4.5/5(96)

](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-antivirus/reviews#reviews)

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security** [

4.4/5(551)

](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
No pricing available

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
2 months

Based on 8 responses

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
2 months

Based on 24 responses

Return on Investment

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
25 months

Based on 9 responses

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
17 months8 months sooner

Based on 19 responses

Perceived Cost

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
$$$$$

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
Not enough reviews yet

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
16%

Pros & Cons

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
Not enough data

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
[
Threat Detection (4)
](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2098941&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Customer Support (3)
](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2513593&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Slow Performance (3)
](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2343129&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
High CPU Usage (2)
](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=2343173&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Screenshots

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**
No screenshot available

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**
 ![Symantec End-user Endpoint Security 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/86690/14.1-file-list.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

9.3

9.385

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

9.1

9.1481

Ease of Use

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.8

8.885

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

8.9

8.9487

Ease of Setup

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.6

8.622

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

8.4

8.4162

Ease of Admin

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.7

8.717

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

8.3

8.3155

Quality of Support

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.6

8.679

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

8.7

8.7468

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.6

8.617

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

8.4

8.4147

Product Direction (% positive)

**Kaspersky AntiVirus**

8.8

8.880

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security**

9.0

9.0478

Features

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

Not enough data

9.0

170

Administration

Compliance

Not enough data

9.2(won by default)

155

Web Control

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

155

Application Control

Not enough data

8.9(won by default)

156

Asset Management

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

154

Device Control

Not enough data

9.2(won by default)

157

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

9.0(won by default)

157

Firewall

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

161

Endpoint Intelligence

Not enough data

9.0(won by default)

160

Anomaly/Malware Detection

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

163

Analysis

Automated Remediation

Not enough data

8.8(won by default)

155

Incident Reports

Not enough data

9.1(won by default)

155

Behavioral Analysis

Not enough data

8.9(won by default)

157

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

6.0

8

Generative AI

AI Text Generation

Not enough data

6.0(won by default)

8

AI Text Summarization

Not enough data

6.0(won by default)

8

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

Show 1 feature category with incomplete 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

[![Kaspersky AntiVirus](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/ce7f2f3a854b01c0f1f4b54ec53a4835/kaspersky-antivirus.svg "Kaspersky AntiVirus")](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-antivirus/reviews)

Kaspersky AntiVirus

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

46.7%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

34.8%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

18.5%

[![Symantec End-user Endpoint Security](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/febf306cec186bc3cb4144c2a79f41c5/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security.svg "Symantec End-user Endpoint Security")](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews)

Symantec End-user Endpoint Security

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

26.5%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

30.6%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

42.9%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

46.7%

26.5%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

34.8%

30.6%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

18.5%

42.9%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Kaspersky AntiVirus](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/ce7f2f3a854b01c0f1f4b54ec53a4835/kaspersky-antivirus.svg "Kaspersky AntiVirus")](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-antivirus/reviews)
Kaspersky AntiVirus

Information Technology and Services

14.1%

Computer Software

9.8%

Accounting

4.3%

Telecommunications

4.3%

Education Management

4.3%

Other

63.0%

[![Symantec End-user Endpoint Security](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/febf306cec186bc3cb4144c2a79f41c5/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security.svg "Symantec End-user Endpoint Security")](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews)
Symantec End-user Endpoint Security

Information Technology and Services

22.0%

Events Services

7.2%

Marketing and Advertising

6.0%

Financial Services

5.5%

Computer Software

5.3%

Other

54.0%

FAQs

## Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) vs Symantec End-user Endpoint... FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 15, 2026

### What is the difference between Symantec End-user Endpoint... vs Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)?

Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is rated slightly higher by G2 reviewers and is favored by small-business users, while Symantec End-user Endpoint... is more prominent in the enterprise segment and is noted for its threat detection and centralized management.

| | [Symantec End-user Endpoint...](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews) | [Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-antivirus/reviews) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| G2 Rating (reviews) | 4.4/5 (553 reviews) | 4.5/5 (96 reviews) |
| Largest Segment | Enterprise | Small-Business |
| Ease of Setup score | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| Quality of Support score | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength | Threat Detection (4 all-time mentions) | — |

### How do the pricing models of Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) compare?

Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is rated higher for value by reviewers, with a stronger Price/Cost satisfaction score than Symantec End-user Endpoint....

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint...:** In recent reviews, several reviewers mention that the cost is competitive, but some express frustration with licensing structure and renewal processes.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016):** Reviewers frequently describe Kaspersky as pocket-friendly and affordable, with multiple mentions of its value for the features offered.
- **Switching-reason:** Recent reviews cite switching to Kaspersky for its cost-effectiveness and ease of use, while some reviewers mention moving away from Symantec due to licensing and support issues.

### What are the best alternatives to Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)?

The top 3 alternatives to Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) are Acronis Cyber Protect, ThreatDown, and ESET PROTECT.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Symantec End-user Endpoint...](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews) | 4.4/5 (553 reviews) | Enterprise | Competitive cost, but licensing frustrations | Threat Detection (4 all-time mentions) |
| [Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-antivirus/reviews) | 4.5/5 (96 reviews) | Small-Business | Pocket-friendly, affordable | — |
| [Acronis Cyber Protect](https://www.g2.com/products/acronis-acronis-cyber-protect/reviews) | 4.3/5 (742 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [ThreatDown](https://www.g2.com/products/threatdown/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1089 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |
| [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1003 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |

### Which Endpoint Protection Platforms features should I prioritize when comparing Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)?

Buyers should prioritize threat detection, ease of setup, quality of support, ease of administration, and value for cost when comparing Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016).

- **Threat Detection:** Symantec End-user Endpoint... is cited for threat detection in 4 all-time mentions; Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is frequently praised for strong malware detection in recent reviews.
- **Ease of Setup:** Symantec End-user Endpoint... scores 8.4; Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) scores 8.7.
- **Quality of Support:** Symantec End-user Endpoint... scores 8.7; Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) scores 8.6.
- **Ease of Admin:** Symantec End-user Endpoint... scores 8.3; Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) scores 8.7.
- **Value for Cost:** Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is described as pocket-friendly and affordable in recent reviews, while Symantec End-user Endpoint... receives mixed feedback on cost and licensing.

### What are the pros and cons of Symantec End-user Endpoint... vs Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)?

Symantec End-user Endpoint... is recognized for its threat detection and centralized management, while Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is praised for affordability and ease of use.

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint... strengths:** Threat detection (4 all-time mentions), customer support (3 all-time mentions), security (3 all-time mentions), configuration ease (2 all-time mentions), data security (2 all-time mentions), ease of use (2 all-time mentions), easy integrations (2 all-time mentions), easy management (2 all-time mentions), easy setup (2 all-time mentions), features (2 all-time mentions), monitoring services (2 all-time mentions), reliability (2 all-time mentions).
- **Symantec End-user Endpoint... trade-offs:** Slow performance (3 all-time mentions), high CPU usage (2 all-time mentions), high resource usage (2 all-time mentions), lack of updates (2 all-time mentions), limited features (2 all-time mentions), patching issues (2 all-time mentions), update issues (2 all-time mentions).
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) strengths:** Frequently described as affordable, easy to use, and effective for malware detection in recent reviews; praised for real-time protection and lightweight operation.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) trade-offs:** Some reviewers mention system slowdowns during scans and persistent notifications; a few note confusion with subscription renewals and desire for more advanced features.

### Is Symantec End-user Endpoint... or Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) better for small businesses?

Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is the better fit for small businesses, as it is most popular in the small-business segment and is frequently praised for affordability and ease of use.

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint...:** Most prominent in the enterprise segment, with reviewers noting its robust threat detection and centralized management, but some mention complexity and higher resource usage.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016):** Most prominent in the small-business segment, with reviewers highlighting its ease of setup, affordability, and effective protection for small teams.

### Which Endpoint Protection Platforms platform has better integrations?

Symantec End-user Endpoint... is favored for integrations, with reviewers citing successful integrations with SIEM and other enterprise tools.

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint...:** Recent reviews mention integrations with SIEM and Splunk, with 2 all-time mentions of easy integrations.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016):** No recent reviewer-cited integrations are mentioned.

### How do Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) compare on customer support?

Symantec End-user Endpoint... and Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) score within 0.1 points of each other on Quality of Support, indicating parity according to G2 reviewers.

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint...:** Reviewers describe support as responsive and helpful in many cases, but several recent reviews note frustration with support quality and licensing issues after the Broadcom acquisition.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016):** Reviewers generally report positive support experiences, with several citing 24/7 support and helpful responses, though a few mention confusion with renewals and desire for more advanced support options.

### Which is easier to implement, Symantec End-user Endpoint... or Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016)?

Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016) is rated higher for Ease of Setup, with a 0.3-point advantage over Symantec End-user Endpoint....

- **Symantec End-user Endpoint...:** Reviewers note that setup can be complex, especially in larger environments, but praise the availability of deployment tools and documentation.
- **Kaspersky AntiVirus (2016):** Reviewers frequently highlight easy installation and straightforward setup, with several noting that default settings meet most needs out of the box.

Alternatives

**Kaspersky AntiVirus Alternatives**

 ![Acronis Cyber Protect](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/67ee1bd0204973ed7a53f0864b7846c7/acronis-acronis-cyber-protect.svg "Acronis Cyber Protect")

[
Acronis Cyber Protect
](/products/acronis-acronis-cyber-protect/reviews)

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

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

 ![ThreatDown](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/28bf06470a2d1a33a2054aaa7af30d4c/threatdown.svg "ThreatDown")

[
ThreatDown
](/products/threatdown/reviews)

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

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

**Symantec End-user Endpoint Security Alternatives**

 ![ThreatDown](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/28bf06470a2d1a33a2054aaa7af30d4c/threatdown.svg "ThreatDown")

[
ThreatDown
](/products/threatdown/reviews)

 ![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")

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

## Kaspersky AntiVirus vs Symantec End-user Endpoint Security

When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found Symantec End-user Endpoint Security easier to use. However, Kaspersky AntiVirus is easier to set up and administer. Reviewers also preferred doing business with Kaspersky AntiVirus overall.

- Reviewers felt that Kaspersky AntiVirus meets the needs of their business better than Symantec End-user Endpoint Security.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Symantec End-user Endpoint Security is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Symantec End-user Endpoint Security over Kaspersky AntiVirus.