# Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention, Symantec Data Loss Prevention vs Microsoft BitLocker Comparison

| | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 22 | 149 | 25 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (57.1% of reviews) | Enterprise (43.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (41.7% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

Pros:
- Data Protection (1 reviews)
- Email Security (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Difficult Setup (1 reviews)

### Symantec Data Loss Prevention

Pros:
- Data Protection (1 reviews)
- Ease of Use (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Complex Configuration (1 reviews)
- False Positives (1 reviews)

### Microsoft BitLocker

Pros:
- Ease of Use (13 reviews)
- Encryption Security (7 reviews)

Cons:
- Key Recovery (7 reviews)
- Limited OS Compatibility (5 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (17 reviews) | 8.7 (99 reviews) | 9.0 (23 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.4 (17 reviews) | 8.4 (100 reviews) | 9.1 (24 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.6 (6 reviews) | 7.7 (64 reviews) | 9.1 (23 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 8.1 (64 reviews) | 8.6 (12 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.9 (16 reviews) | 8.6 (94 reviews) | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 10.0 (6 reviews) | 8.5 (61 reviews) | 8.9 (9 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 10.0 (14 reviews) | 8.8 (98 reviews) | 9.5 (24 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Symantec Data Loss Prevention

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Microsoft BitLocker

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention** | 9.0/10 | 13 |
| **Symantec Data Loss Prevention** | 9.1/10 | 25 |
| **Microsoft BitLocker** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Data Management** | 9.1 (11 reviews) | 9.0 (20 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Incident Logs** | 8.6 (12 reviews) | 9.0 (17 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | 9.0 (12 reviews) | 9.2 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Governance

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Access Control** | 8.8 (12 reviews) | 8.8 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance** | 9.2 (12 reviews) | 9.1 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Data Visibility** | 9.5 (11 reviews) | 9.3 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Security

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Encryption** | 9.5 (11 reviews) | 8.9 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Endpoint Intelligence** | 8.8 (10 reviews) | 9.2 (18 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Monitoring** | 8.8 (11 reviews) | 9.1 (19 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Breach Detection** | 8.9 (12 reviews) | 9.3 (16 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Encryption

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention** | N/A | N/A |
| **Symantec Data Loss Prevention** | N/A | N/A |
| **Microsoft BitLocker** | 7.6/10 | 23 |

#### Encryption

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Email Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.3 (21 reviews) | 
| **Messaging Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.3 (20 reviews) | 
| **File Transfer Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (19 reviews) | 
| **Data Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (20 reviews) | 
| **Document Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.8 (19 reviews) | 
| **Full-Disk Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.5 (19 reviews) | 

#### Compliance

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (19 reviews) | 
| **Policy Enforcement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.5 (20 reviews) | 
| **Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.9 (18 reviews) | 

#### Management

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (19 reviews) | 
| **Recovery** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (20 reviews) | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.7 (19 reviews) | 
| **Anomaly Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (18 reviews) | 

### Data Security

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention** | N/A | N/A |
| **Symantec Data Loss Prevention** | N/A | N/A |
| **Microsoft BitLocker** | N/A | N/A |

#### Compliance

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **At-Risk Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **DLP Configuration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sensitive Data Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Database Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Deduplication ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API / integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security 

| Feature | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Transport** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (1):** [Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/data-loss-prevention-dlp)

**Unique to Symantec Data Loss Prevention (1):** [Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/data-loss-prevention-dlp)

**Unique to Microsoft BitLocker (1):** [Encryption Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/encryption-software)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention | Symantec Data Loss Prevention | Microsoft BitLocker | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 14.3% | 18.2% | 41.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 57.1% | 38.2% | 25.0% | 
| **Enterprise** | 28.6% | 43.6% | 33.3% | 

### By Industry

#### Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

- **Financial Services:** 28.6%
- **Accounting:** 14.3%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 9.5%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 9.5%
- **Telecommunications:** 4.8%
- **Investment Banking:** 4.8%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 4.8%
- **Food & Beverages:** 4.8%
- **Entertainment:** 4.8%
- **E-Learning:** 4.8%
- **Other:** 9.5%

#### Symantec Data Loss Prevention

- **Information Technology and Services:** 28.2%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 8.2%
- **Computer Software:** 6.4%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 4.5%
- **Retail:** 2.7%
- **Research:** 2.7%
- **Internet:** 2.7%
- **Oil & Energy:** 2.7%
- **Education Management:** 1.8%
- **Financial Services:** 1.8%
- **Other:** 38.2%

#### Microsoft BitLocker

- **Computer Software:** 16.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 12.5%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 12.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 8.3%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 8.3%
- **Consulting:** 4.2%
- **Retail:** 4.2%
- **Printing:** 4.2%
- **Insurance:** 4.2%
- **Information Services:** 4.2%
- **Other:** 20.8%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

- [Forcepoint Data Security Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/forcepoint-data-security-cloud/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (103 reviews)
- [Netskope One Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/netskope-one-platform/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (74 reviews)
- [Fortra DLP (formerly Digital Guardian)](https://www.g2.com/products/fortra-dlp-formerly-digital-guardian/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (62 reviews)
- [Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP)](https://www.g2.com/products/forcepoint-data-loss-prevention-dlp/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (29 reviews)
- [BetterCloud](https://www.g2.com/products/bettercloud/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (482 reviews)
- [Zscaler Internet Access](https://www.g2.com/products/zscaler-internet-access/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (196 reviews)
- [Safetica](https://www.g2.com/products/safetica/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (202 reviews)
- [Veeam Data Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/veeam-data-platform/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (717 reviews)
- [Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)](https://www.g2.com/products/check-point-next-generation-firewalls-ngfws/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (585 reviews)
- [Paubox](https://www.g2.com/products/paubox/reviews) — 4.9/5 stars (566 reviews)

### Alternatives to Symantec Data Loss Prevention

- [Safetica](https://www.g2.com/products/safetica/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (202 reviews)
- [Netwrix Endpoint Protector](https://www.g2.com/products/netwrix-endpoint-protector/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (160 reviews)
- [Incydr](https://www.g2.com/products/incydr/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (42 reviews)
- [Trend Micro Smart Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/trend-micro-smart-protection/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (39 reviews)
- [Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP)](https://www.g2.com/products/forcepoint-data-loss-prevention-dlp/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (29 reviews)
- [Netskope One Platform](https://www.g2.com/products/netskope-one-platform/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (74 reviews)
- [BetterCloud](https://www.g2.com/products/bettercloud/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (482 reviews)
- [Zscaler Internet Access](https://www.g2.com/products/zscaler-internet-access/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (196 reviews)
- [Teramind](https://www.g2.com/products/teramind/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (155 reviews)
- [Sensitive Data Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/sensitive-data-protection/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (12 reviews)

### Alternatives to Microsoft BitLocker

- [Kaspersky Next Optimum](https://www.g2.com/products/kaspersky-next-optimum/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (206 reviews)
- [VeraCrypt](https://www.g2.com/products/veracrypt/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (51 reviews)
- [Symantec Encryption](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-encryption/reviews) — 3.7/5 stars (40 reviews)
- [FileVault](https://www.g2.com/products/filevault/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (35 reviews)
- [Sophos Intercept X](https://www.g2.com/products/sophos-sophos-intercept-x/reviews) — 3.9/5 stars (34 reviews)
- [Dell Data Protection](https://www.g2.com/products/dell-data-protection/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (21 reviews)
- [Folder Lock](https://www.g2.com/products/folder-lock/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (16 reviews)
- [DiskCryptor](https://www.g2.com/products/diskcryptor/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (10 reviews)
- [Cryptomator](https://www.g2.com/products/cryptomator/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (12 reviews)
- [GnuPG](https://www.g2.com/products/gnupg/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (11 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

No discussions available for this product.

### Symantec Data Loss Prevention

- Title: [I have a subscription license for Network Monitor and Network Prevent for Web bundle. Is there a cross-grade SKU for me to move to Network Prevent for Web virtual appliance?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-37657434-a03a-448a-8445-78b9f35c0128) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "No. You can purchase subscription license for Network Prevent for Web virtual appliance once their current subscription of Network Monitor and Network..."
- Title: [I have a perpetual license for Network Prevent for Web. Is there a cross-grade SKU for me to move to Network Prevent for Web hardware appliance?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-f294d6d4-bed2-4f1a-bd06-3815d135f021) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "No. Network Prevent for Web hardware appliance is licensed per appliance. There is no cross-grade between different meters."
- Title: [Licensing](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-4883ade6-ae98-4ca9-b574-6ba2ad6cd844) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "100. In this virtualization scenario, the license quantity is based on the maximum number of concurrent session supported by the XenApp server."
- Title: [What if I have 10,000 employees, but only want to buy Network Discover for 1,000 users. Can I do that?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-231dba6c-5111-40fd-8495-a60a01af53b2) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "It depends. If you choose to purchase coverage for all enterprise users who have access to the corporate network, which includes the data and document..."
- Title: [Licensing](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-a2687c98-a134-44d1-9d78-537d6a12e699) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "You will need 1,000 licenses of Network Monitor, Network Prevent for Email, and Network Prevent for Web. DLP for Network products are licensed per Managed..."

### Microsoft BitLocker

No discussions available for this product.

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/microsoft-purview-data-loss-prevention-vs-symantec-data-loss-prevention-vs-microsoft-bitlocker)