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Compare Microsoft Defender for Business and WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (43.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Microsoft Defender for Business
Star Rating
(30)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft Defender for BusinessWithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection
Star Rating
(108)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about WithSecure Elements Endpoint ProtectionSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection excels in Asset Management with a score of 9.6, highlighting its comprehensive tracking capabilities, while Microsoft Defender for Business scores lower at 8.0, indicating potential gaps in asset visibility.
- Reviewers mention that the Malware Detection feature of WithSecure is particularly robust, achieving a score of 9.3, which users attribute to its proactive threat identification, whereas Microsoft Defender's score of 8.7 suggests it may not be as effective in real-time malware threats.
- G2 users appreciate the System Isolation capabilities of WithSecure, scoring 9.3, which reviewers say provides an added layer of security by isolating compromised endpoints, while Microsoft Defender's score of 8.1 indicates it may lack similar effectiveness in this area.
- Users on G2 highlight that WithSecure's Behavioral Analysis feature, rated at 9.3, is praised for its ability to detect unusual patterns and potential threats, whereas Microsoft Defender's score of 8.6 suggests it may not be as advanced in this aspect.
- Reviewers mention that WithSecure's Web Control feature, with a score of 9.1, is highly effective in managing web access and preventing risky browsing, while Microsoft Defender's lower score of 7.9 indicates it may not provide the same level of control.
- Users say that the Quality of Support for WithSecure, rated at 8.7, is often highlighted as a strong point, with many reviewers noting responsive and helpful customer service, compared to Microsoft Defender's score of 8.0, which suggests room for improvement in support responsiveness.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Defender for Business
No pricing availableWithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Defender for Business
No trial information availableWithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
23
8.7
84
Ease of Use
9.0
23
9.1
85
Ease of Setup
8.3
14
8.5
26
Ease of Admin
8.2
14
8.4
25
Quality of Support
8.2
22
8.7
77
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
14
8.3
23
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
23
8.4
81
Features by Category
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
9.5
10
Not enough data
8.8
11
Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
9
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
9.2
11
Analysis
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
9.1
9
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
5
System Control
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Vulnerability Prevention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Defender for Business and WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection are categorized as Endpoint Protection Platforms
Unique Categories
Microsoft Defender for Business has no unique categories
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection is categorized as Endpoint Management and Antivirus
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Defender for Business
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection
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
Information Technology and Services
50.0%
Computer & Network Security
16.7%
Computer Software
13.3%
Commercial Real Estate
6.7%
Security and Investigations
3.3%
Other
10.0%
Computer Software
19.4%
Information Technology and Services
16.1%
Computer & Network Security
9.7%
Food & Beverages
5.4%
Banking
3.2%
Other
46.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
Microsoft Defender for Business has no discussions with answers
With F-Secure I can block malware and threats from devices like pendrive
1 Comment
RK
I am not sure about the virus or malware called pendrive but I've been using F-Prot since 1998 and fortunately have not had a virus infect my computer since...Read more
What does F Secure protect?
1 Comment
Official Response from WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection
WithSecure™ (formerly F-Secure) Elements Endpoint Protection blocks advanced, automated and targeted threats like ransomware, exploits and fileless attacks....Read more
WithSecure Elements Endpoint Protection has no more discussions with answers
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