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Compare Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence and Recorded Future 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.1% of reviews)
Enterprise (69.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence
Star Rating
(22)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft Defender Threat IntelligenceRecorded Future
Star Rating
(215)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (69.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Recorded FutureSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Recorded Future excels in providing detailed threat intelligence, with users highlighting its ability to effectively detect domain abuse and manage credential leaks across various resources. This level of detail is complemented by features like automatic YARA rule generation, which significantly reduces the time spent on manual rule writing.
- Users say that Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence offers a user-friendly experience, particularly for small businesses. Reviewers appreciate its real-time monitoring capabilities, including virus scanning and firewall protection, making it a solid choice for organizations looking for straightforward security solutions.
- According to verified reviews, Recorded Future stands out with a higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its robust support and customization options. Users have noted the platform's ability to create alerts for a wide range of threats and vulnerabilities, which enhances its usability for security teams.
- Reviewers mention that while Microsoft Defender provides essential security features, it may not offer the same depth of intelligence as Recorded Future. However, its integration with third-party resources is seen as a valuable asset, helping organizations stay informed about potential threats.
- G2 reviewers highlight the quality of support from Recorded Future, with many users praising the responsiveness of their representatives during critical situations. This level of support is crucial for organizations that require timely assistance in threat management.
- Users note that both products have their strengths, but Recorded Future's higher G2 score and greater number of recent reviews suggest a more consistent user experience. While Microsoft Defender is appreciated for its ease of use, it may not match the comprehensive threat detection capabilities that Recorded Future offers.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence
No pricing availableRecorded Future
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence
No trial information availableRecorded Future
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
18
8.6
171
Ease of Use
8.6
18
8.4
202
Ease of Setup
8.3
6
8.3
177
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.5
74
Quality of Support
8.7
18
9.1
164
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.1
74
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
18
9.5
177
Features by Category
Detection
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
29
Not enough data
7.7
28
Analysis
Not enough data
7.9
28
Not enough data
8.3
28
Not enough data
7.9
28
Administration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Fraud Detection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Risk Analysis
Not enough data
8.4
44
Not enough data
8.4
43
Not enough data
8.8
43
Vulnerability Assesment
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
43
Not enough data
8.4
43
Not enough data
8.4
45
Automation
Not enough data
7.3
44
Not enough data
7.5
46
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
ServiceNow Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
78
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
8.9
75
Not enough data
7.4
72
Not enough data
8.4
75
Not enough data
8.5
76
Not enough data
8.6
75
Not enough data
8.8
76
Asset Management
Not enough data
7.2
42
Not enough data
7.0
41
Not enough data
6.3
40
Monitoring
Not enough data
7.8
42
Not enough data
8.6
43
Not enough data
7.6
42
Not enough data
7.9
42
Risk Management
Not enough data
8.3
41
Not enough data
8.1
41
Not enough data
7.5
40
Not enough data
9.0
41
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.2
40
Vulnerability Management - Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
8.2
15
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
8.6
15
Incident Response Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
7.4
14
Not enough data
6.9
14
Reporting and Analytics - Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
7.6
15
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Orchestration
8.1
9
7.4
136
8.0
9
7.8
134
8.7
10
8.1
135
8.3
10
8.5
134
Information
8.0
11
8.5
138
8.3
11
7.5
135
8.5
9
8.8
138
Personalization
8.5
10
7.8
133
8.2
10
8.2
131
8.3
10
6.8
126
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
123
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
7.4
50
Not enough data
7.3
50
Not enough data
7.5
50
Not enough data
7.4
50
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence and Recorded Future are categorized as Threat Intelligence
Unique Categories
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence has no unique categories
Recorded Future is categorized as Attack Surface Management, Risk-Based Vulnerability Management, Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms, Fraud Detection, Dark Web Monitoring, AWS Marketplace, and ServiceNow Store Apps
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Recorded Future
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
26.3%
Computer Software
15.8%
Information Technology and Services
10.5%
Security and Investigations
5.3%
Retail
5.3%
Other
36.8%
Financial Services
11.7%
Information Technology and Services
9.8%
Computer & Network Security
9.3%
Banking
5.9%
Oil & Energy
5.4%
Other
58.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence has no discussions with answers
What do Recorded Future do?
1 Comment
Official Response from Recorded Future
Comment deleted by user.Read more
What is Recorded Future tool?
1 Comment
Official Response from Recorded Future
The Recorded Future Intelligence Cloud is a secure, integrated, and scalable cloud-native technology platform that combines 12+ years of persistent...Read more
Is Recorded Future a tip?
1 Comment
Official Response from Recorded Future
While there is overlap in functionality, Recorded Future is not a threat intelligence platform (TIP). TIPs serve as a central repository for threat data from...Read more
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