--- title: Symantec Mobile Threat Defense Reviews meta\_title: 'Symantec Mobile Threat Defense Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 45 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how Symantec Mobile Threat Defense works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 4.1 review\_count: 45 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-09' parent\_category: name: Data Security url: https://www.g2.com/categories/data-security --- # Symantec Mobile Threat Defense Reviews & Product Details Helps predict, detect and prevent physical, malware, network and vulnerability exploits to protect businesses from mobile cyberattacks. * * * Seller [Broadcom](https://www.g2.com/sellers/broadcom-ab3091cd-4724-46a8-ac89-219d6bc8e166) Discussions [Symantec Mobile Threat Defense Community](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-mobile-threat-defense/discuss) Solution Type Best-of-Breed Show More ## Value at a Glance Averages based on real user reviews. ### Perceived Cost $$$$$ [ View More Pricing Information ](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-mobile-threat-defense/pricing) ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect") Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect 4.5/5(73) ](https://www.g2.com/products/palo-alto-networks-globalprotect/reviews) [ ![Jamf](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jamf") Jamf 4.7/5(2,304) ](https://www.g2.com/products/jamf/reviews) [ ![Appdome](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Appdome") Appdome 4.8/5(90) ](https://www.g2.com/products/appdome/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/symantec-mobile-threat-defense/competitors/alternatives) ## User Insights Average based on 45 real user reviews. Perceived Cost $$$$$ [Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login) ![Ariella R.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Ariella R.") AR Ariella R. Specialized Investigative Adjuster Insurance Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 11/1/2018 "All day protection for your business" 4/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Symantec keeps it easy to understand risks and how to take precaution with our everyday machines. Iv used plenty of anti-viruses in my day, but Symantec is by far easiest to use. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? I would say there is nothing about the product I would change or dislike. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: Try to learn the product before jumping in - and understand each part of whats being protected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? Some business problems we are solving is Keeping it simple to know when and how we are protected. This system also helps our not-so-tech-savvy people understand computer safety. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Retail](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Retail") UR Verified User in Retail Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 4/29/2019 "Worth it?" 4/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Our teel felt that the UI was pretty intuitive, and its feature set is comprehensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? The unfortunate downside is that it slows down the host device noticeably. It's not terrible though. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? We use it to secure our work laptops. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Public Safety](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Public Safety") UP Verified User in Public Safety Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 4/26/2019 "Symantec End Point Protection" 3.5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? The program is very easy to use. We have not experienced many issues with the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Cost can be a factor depending how many units you need to deploy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: None Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? The largest issue is protecting our devices. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Retail](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Retail") UR Verified User in Retail Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 4/25/2019 "Symantec" 5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? The most helpful part of Symantec is the security it provides while being easy to use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? There is nothing I dislike about the plkatform Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? Providing a secure way to protect mobile endpoints. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting") IS Verified User in Staffing and Recruiting Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 4/9/2019 "Symantec" 2.5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? My it team chose and manages it, so I don't have to think or worry about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? It's pretty much like everything else. It's not invasive and if it's not invasive, I don't even notice it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? It's not invasive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Computer Networking](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Computer Networking") AC Verified User in Computer Networking Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 2/20/2019 "Symnatec" 4/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? I mostly enjoy the single console window that's used to manage everything Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? While there is adequate documentation, navigating the application can be difficult Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: I recommend users considering Symnatec Endpoint Protection read documentation and understand system needs and specifications, as well as become familiar with the administration process of this platform Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? I've been able to successfully achieve maximum security using Symnatec Endpoint Protection Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services") UI Verified User in Information Technology and Services Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 11/2/2018 Business partner of the seller or seller's competitor, not included in G2 scores. "Implement a solution to protect your equipment" 5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Endpoint protection is one of the best antivirus brands I have used. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Like any antivirus, endpoint does not protect 100% Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: Symantec Endpoint Protection Mobile is a very good solution for the business segment to protect mobile devices, as it has certifications and awards that endorse it. Symantec Endpoint is well-priced and it's worth having all points protected where you might have important information about your company. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? One of the great benefits of Endpoint Protection Mobile is that it helps you protect your mobile devices since they are all vulnerable, and as a good entrepreneur, you must always have all the information protected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 inviteAI Translated ![Verified User in Wireless](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Wireless") UW Verified User in Wireless Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.) 4/16/2019 "symantec mobile protection" 4.5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? it covers the considerlable amount of vulnerabilities compared to other antivirus software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? It doesn't have much-improved functionality with iOS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? VPN service is more valuable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More 4/24/2019 Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Rahul S.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Rahul S.") RS Rahul S. Reporting Analyst Outsourcing/Offshoring Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.) 11/4/2018 "Symantec EndPoint" 4/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Constant updates protect users from the latest threats. Emails are scanned and protected as well as files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? It sometimes uses a lot of system resources. Deep scans take a while. Rest everything is cool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: It is a super and must have software for all the users who are looking for some anti virus and firewall protection application. :) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? We use it as a Network Threat Protection, Antivirus, Antispyware and Firewall Protection. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ![Kelly K.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Kelly K.") KK Kelly K. Engagement Manager Management Consulting Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.) 11/4/2018 "Has many false positives" 2.5/5 What do you like best about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Easy to install and fairly easy user interface which was nice for a first timer Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What do you dislike about Symantec Mobile Threat Defense? Had many false positive alerts, sent me too many notifications and alerts, caused many weird issues with my phone's security so I eventually ended up uninstalling it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Recommendations to others considering Symantec Mobile Threat Defense: Be cautious when installing as it may hurt your phone Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. What problems is Symantec Mobile Threat Defense solving and how is that benefiting you? Provides protection for company policies and other policies such as HIPAA Review collected by and hosted on G2.com. Show More Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite ##### Pricing Pricing details for this product isn’t currently available. Visit the vendor’s website to learn more. 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