# Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Trellix Endpoint Security vs Tenable Vulnerability Management Comparison

| | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.3 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 310 | 327 | 122 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (38.5% of reviews) | Mid-Market (38.8% of reviews) | Enterprise (58.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Pros:
- Ease of Use (20 reviews)
- Threat Detection (18 reviews)

Cons:
- Compatibility Issues (8 reviews)
- Complexity (8 reviews)

### Trellix Endpoint Security

Pros:
- Ease of Use (6 reviews)
- Features (4 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficult Configuration (2 reviews)
- Expensive (2 reviews)

### Tenable Vulnerability Management

Pros:
- Ease of Use (8 reviews)
- Scanning Efficiency (8 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (4 reviews)
- Inadequate Reporting (4 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.6 (249 reviews) | 8.9 (279 reviews) | 8.9 (83 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.6 (255 reviews) | 8.6 (279 reviews) | 8.9 (85 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.5 (165 reviews) | 8.1 (85 reviews) | 8.7 (69 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.6 (156 reviews) | 8.2 (84 reviews) | 8.7 (66 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (239 reviews) | 8.5 (264 reviews) | 8.1 (80 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.6 (152 reviews) | 8.1 (80 reviews) | 8.6 (66 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.2 (248 reviews) | 8.4 (273 reviews) | 8.9 (86 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Trellix Endpoint Security

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Tenable Vulnerability Management

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Vulnerability Scanner

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | N/A | N/A |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | 8.2/10 | 51 |

#### Performance

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Issue Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (46 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Detection Rate** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (48 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **False Positives** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.1 (48 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Automated Scans** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.3 (48 reviews) ✓ Verified | 

#### Network

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Compliance Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (44 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Perimeter Scanning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (43 reviews) | 
| **Configuration Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (40 reviews) ✓ Verified | 

#### Application

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Manual Application Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Static Code Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (33 reviews) | 
| **Black Box Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Agentic AI - Vulnerability Scanner

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 

### Endpoint Protection Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | 8.6/10 | 26 |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | 8.8/10 | 46 |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Compliance** | 8.8 (23 reviews) | 9.0 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Web Control** | 8.3 (22 reviews) | 8.5 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Application Control** | 8.7 (23 reviews) | 8.8 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Asset Management** | 8.6 (22 reviews) | 8.8 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Device Control** | 8.8 (21 reviews) | 8.8 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **System Isolation** | 9.0 (22 reviews) | 9.0 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Firewall** | 8.5 (22 reviews) | 8.8 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Endpoint Intelligence** | 8.9 (23 reviews) | 8.8 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Malware Detection** | 8.6 (22 reviews) | 9.1 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Analysis

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated Remediation** | 8.5 (23 reviews) | 8.7 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Incident Reports** | 8.5 (22 reviews) | 8.6 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Behavioral Analysis** | 8.3 (21 reviews) | 8.6 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Risk-Based Vulnerability Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | N/A | N/A |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | 8.5/10 | 68 |

#### Risk Analysis

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Risk Scoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.9 (58 reviews) | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (59 reviews) | 
| **Risk-Prioritization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (58 reviews) | 

#### Vulnerability Assesment

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Vulnerability Scanning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.4 (60 reviews) | 
| **Vulnerability Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.2 (57 reviews) | 
| **Contextual Data** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (54 reviews) | 
| **Dashboards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (57 reviews) | 

#### Automation

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated Remediation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (49 reviews) | 
| **Workflow Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (48 reviews) | 
| **Security Testing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (51 reviews) | 
| **Test Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (52 reviews) | 

### ServiceNow Store Apps

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | N/A | N/A |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | 8.5/10 | 8 |

#### ServiceNow Apps

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **ServiceNow Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | 
| **Value** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (7 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Antivirus

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | 8.0/10 | 57 |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | 7.9/10 | 6 |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 8.0 (52 reviews) | 7.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 8.0 (52 reviews) | 8.1 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Endpoint Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | 7.2/10 | 9 |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | 7.2 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | N/A | N/A |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | N/A | N/A |

#### Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) 

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Managed Services** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Endpoint Protection

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Defender for Endpoint** | N/A | N/A |
| **Trellix Endpoint Security** | N/A | N/A |
| **Tenable Vulnerability Management** | N/A | N/A |

#### System Control

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Device Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Web Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Asset Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **System Isolation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Vulnerability Prevention

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Endpoint Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Firewall** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Malware Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security Management

| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Incident Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security Validation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (3):** [Antivirus Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/antivirus), [Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-detection-response-edr), [Endpoint Protection Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-protection-platforms)

**Unique to Trellix Endpoint Security (4):** [Endpoint Protection Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-protection-platforms), [Antivirus Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/antivirus), [Endpoint Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-management), [Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/endpoint-detection-response-edr)

**Unique to Tenable Vulnerability Management (3):** [Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/risk-based-vulnerability-management), [Vulnerability Scanner Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/vulnerability-scanner), [ServiceNow Marketplace Apps](https://www.g2.com/categories/servicenow-store-apps)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Trellix Endpoint Security | Tenable Vulnerability Management | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 27.1% | 22.5% | 10.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 34.4% | 38.8% | 31.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 38.5% | 38.8% | 58.0% | 

### By Industry

#### Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

- **Information Technology and Services:** 25.5%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 14.1%
- **Financial Services:** 6.0%
- **Computer Software:** 6.0%
- **Telecommunications:** 2.3%
- **Banking:** 2.3%
- **Computer Networking:** 2.0%
- **Airlines/Aviation:** 1.7%
- **Education Management:** 1.7%
- **Consumer Services:** 1.7%
- **Other:** 36.6%

#### Trellix Endpoint Security

- **Information Technology and Services:** 18.8%
- **Computer Software:** 10.0%
- **Financial Services:** 7.2%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 5.0%
- **Telecommunications:** 3.1%
- **Banking:** 2.8%
- **Retail:** 2.8%
- **Higher Education:** 2.5%
- **Internet:** 2.2%
- **Government Administration:** 2.2%
- **Other:** 43.3%

#### Tenable Vulnerability Management

- **Information Technology and Services:** 14.3%
- **Financial Services:** 13.4%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 8.9%
- **Banking:** 6.3%
- **Computer Software:** 5.4%
- **Government Administration:** 4.5%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 4.5%
- **Telecommunications:** 2.7%
- **Security and Investigations:** 2.7%
- **Pharmaceuticals:** 2.7%
- **Other:** 34.8%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

- [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (971 reviews)
- [Sophos Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (826 reviews)
- [CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (416 reviews)
- [Check Point Harmony Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-harmony-endpoint/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (284 reviews)
- [SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [ThreatDown](https://www.g2.com/products/threatdown/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1083 reviews)
- [Bitdefender GravityZone XDR](https://www.g2.com/products/bitdefender-gravityzone-xdr/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (85 reviews)
- [Cisco Secure Endpoints](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-secure-endpoints/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [Cortex XDR](https://www.g2.com/products/palo-alto-networks-cortex-xdr/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (53 reviews)
- [Symantec End-user Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (553 reviews)

### Alternatives to Trellix Endpoint Security

- [CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/crowdstrike-falcon-endpoint-protection-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (416 reviews)
- [SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [Sophos Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sophos-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (826 reviews)
- [ThreatDown](https://www.g2.com/products/threatdown/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1083 reviews)
- [ESET PROTECT](https://www.g2.com/products/eset-protect/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (971 reviews)
- [Symantec End-user Endpoint Security](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-end-user-endpoint-security/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (553 reviews)
- [Cortex XDR](https://www.g2.com/products/palo-alto-networks-cortex-xdr/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (53 reviews)
- [Cisco Secure Endpoints](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-secure-endpoints/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (27 reviews)
- [Webroot Business Endpoint Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/webroot-business-endpoint-protection/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (532 reviews)
- [Huntress Managed EDR](https://www.g2.com/products/huntress-managed-edr/reviews) — 4.9/5 stars (883 reviews)

### Alternatives to Tenable Vulnerability Management

- [InsightVM (Nexpose)](https://www.g2.com/products/insightvm-nexpose/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (78 reviews)
- [Wiz](https://www.g2.com/products/wiz-wiz/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (793 reviews)
- [Qualys VMDR](https://www.g2.com/products/qualys-vmdr/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (167 reviews)
- [Cisco Vulnerability Management (formerly Kenna.VM)](https://www.g2.com/products/cisco-vulnerability-management-formerly-kenna-vm/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (217 reviews)
- [Intruder](https://www.g2.com/products/intruder/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (206 reviews)
- [SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint](https://www.g2.com/products/sentinelone-singularity-endpoint/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (201 reviews)
- [Burp Suite](https://www.g2.com/products/burp-suite/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (129 reviews)
- [OpenVAS](https://www.g2.com/products/openvas/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (32 reviews)
- [Amazon Inspector](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-inspector/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (26 reviews)
- [Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft-defender-vulnerability-management/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (34 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

- Title: [can i use this for my video games?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32645-can-i-use-this-for-my-video-games) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "if you are using Xbox, then all software's are certified by Microsoft, so no need the virus scan "
- Title: [What is Endpoint Defender?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-endpoint-defender) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "In general terms, "Endpoint Defender" could potentially refer to a category of cybersecurity solutions designed to protect individual devices (endpoints)..."
- Title: [Which feature in Microsoft Defender for endpoint?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-feature-in-microsoft-defender-for-endpoint) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Comprehensive protection: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint provides protection against a wide range of threats, including viruses, malware, ransomware, and..."
- Title: [when scheduled scan starts it consume  100% CPU, can you kindly provide solution for it.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/37198-when-scheduled-scan-starts-it-consume-100-cpu-can-you-kindly-provide-solution-for-it) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Method I: Ensure that no other Adware, Antimalware or Antivirus software is installed or not fully removed
Method II: Prevent Windows Defender from scanning..."

### Trellix Endpoint Security

- Title: [What is MVISION Endpoint Security used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-mvision-endpoint-security-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "To Protect endpoints from Malwares and Viruses "
- Title: [What is the difference between McAfee Antivirus Plus and Total Protection?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-difference-between-mcafee-antivirus-plus-and-total-protection) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "The main difference between McAfee total protection and McAfee Antivirus Plus is that McAfee total protection provides complete protection to your..."

### Tenable Vulnerability Management

- Title: [What is your primary use case for Tenable Vulnerability Management, and how has it impacted your security posture?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-your-primary-use-case-for-tenable-vulnerability-management-and-how-has-it-impacted-your-security-posture) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Hello, good morning!
Well, our first impression was of the completely vulnerable and exposed environment. This was a view we didn't have before Tenable VM...."
- Title: [What is Tenable.io used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-tenable-io-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "vulnerability and security management."
- Title: [What is tenable io?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-tenable-io) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Tenable.io is user-friendly front end for Nessus scanners that provides a digestible view of all of the data the scanner is picking up. It allows you to..."
- Title: [Please advice on best practices for utilizing API to tie to visualization dashboards such as Power BI, Qlick, or Tableau](https://www.g2.com/discussions/34558-please-advice-on-best-practices-for-utilizing-api-to-tie-to-visualization-dashboards-such-as-power-bi-qlick-or-tableau) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Table"

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