Anomali vs Fidelis Elevate comparison

Anomali and Fidelis Security are both solutions in the Extended Detection and Response (XDR) category. Anomali is ranked #23 with an average rating of 8.5, while Fidelis Security is ranked #36. Anomali holds a 1.8% mindshare in XDR, compared to Fidelis Security’s 1.2% mindshare. Additionally, 80% of Anomali users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Fidelis Security users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 18, 2026

Fidelis Elevate and Anomali compete in the cybersecurity market, focusing on threat detection and response. Fidelis Elevate has an advantage with its comprehensive cybersecurity measures, while Anomali excels in threat intelligence, appealing to organizations focused on detection capabilities.

Features: Fidelis Elevate offers advanced threat detection, automated alert responses, and network forensics, providing a strong security infrastructure. Anomali focuses on threat intelligence with deep integration into existing tools and uses advanced machine learning for threat analysis.

Room for Improvement: Fidelis Elevate could improve by enhancing integration capabilities and reducing complexity for users unfamiliar with elaborate systems. Its focus on comprehensive features might overwhelm smaller organizations. Anomali can streamline its setup process and provide more comprehensive data sets. The sophistication of its intelligence tools can be daunting for new users, and more straightforward user guidance could be helpful.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Fidelis Elevate is recognized for a smooth deployment process and responsive customer service, ensuring easy integration with systems. Anomali offers quick deployment but requires more extensive initial setup due to sophisticated tools. Both have responsive customer support, with Fidelis noted for better engagement.

Pricing and ROI: Fidelis Elevate presents a higher upfront cost but provides significant ROI through its comprehensive security. Anomali offers a flexible pricing model suitable for companies targeting threat intelligence, achieving positive ROI. Each product has particular pricing advantages based on the organization’s needs.

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Extended Detection and Response (XDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 4.9%, down from 5.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Anomali is 1.8%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fidelis Elevate is 1.2%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	4.9%
Anomali	1.8%
Fidelis Elevate	1.2%
Other	92.1%

Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

Featured Reviews

ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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ChrisCollins

Enterprise Security Architect V at FirstEnergy

Enables automated threat intelligence sorting and enhances proactive threat hunting capabilities

You have to have at least a threat intelligence background or a SOC analyst background to use it, as that's the information you'll dig around with in there. If you don't have that kind of knowledge, it probably can be a little hard to use, but they do provide training. They offer training not only for how to use the platform but also some basic threat intelligence training to explain what these things are and what these terms mean. My company is a customer of Anomali. I would recommend it to other people. I would advise making sure you don't pick it without testing other products and have your use cases well thought out and documented before testing, so you know it will solve the problems you're trying to address. Keep an open mind with it and realize that whatever you can dream of, you can probably do with the platform. Overall, I would rate Anomali an eight out of ten.

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Mostafa Ameen

Information Security Engineer at ICT Misr

Advanced threat detection capabilities with comprehensive incident response features providing robust cybersecurity for organizations

The initial aspect concerns two engines. The first one mentioned is available for searching behaviors directly. The second engine involves the Google Ade tool, which operates on the machine. The challenge arises when attempting to rectify protection rules, causing confusion. It would be beneficial to enhance Rigixs Query. I encounter difficulty removing certain entries in behavior or alerts; likewise, I am unable to add specific calls.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"Palo Alto is constantly adding new features."

"It's very stable. I've never experienced downtime for the ASM console or ASM core."

"Cortex is the best tool for endpoint detection, and I have used it to verify hashes or domains to identify malicious activity, trigger playbooks that automate and gather endpoint logs, block malicious processes, and update incident tickets, showcasing end-to-end processes with automation in investigation and reducing the analysis workflow."

"Automation and playbooks have helped me significantly, as Cortex Xnor's playbooks predefine the workflow of the automation, such as response processes, alert triggering, and enriching the context, efficiently detecting and blocking malicious attacks with firewalls while eliminating workload and speeding responses for next-generation operations."

"The most valuable features are incident creation, policy-based protection, IP whitelisting, and device encryption. These are beneficial for endpoint and server security."

"The most valuable features are the fact that it was running in the background and it would intercept any weird stuff, and the fact that it would send things directly to the cloud for sandboxing. It's quite practical."

"The multi-layered approach to the product gives you confidence that it will stop exploits, ransomware, worms, or viruses from compromising endpoints, essentially providing peace of mind."

"From a single pane of glass, you can easily manage all of your endpoints."

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"The most valuable aspect of Anomali is the threat modeling capability."

"I have found Cyber threat intelligence (CTI) very useful and concise. The solution is easy to use."

"We now have a very robust collection of threat intelligence based on the capabilities that Anomali provides."

"The feature I have found most valuable is credential monitoring. This feature is easy and quick."

"Compared to similar solutions, it's quite scalable. You just need to add more storage to scale-up."

"The solution's technical support is perfect, so I rate the technical support a ten out of ten"

"The initial setup is very straightforward. The deployment of the server doesn't take so long; about a day or two max."

"Reporting is great, it is easy to do a quick search through 45 days of data for something of interest."

"There are many valuable features. The NDR gives very good network visibility, and the endpoint module has a great feature called "Live Connect" for remote connections. They also have "Tasks" that can be run on endpoints to gather specific information or retrieve logs."

"After rack and stack, devices were up and running base configurations within two hours. As with any IPS, tuning is required to stop false positives. This is no different, but the ease of use of the interface allowed my team to start making adjustments within a few hours."

"It ensures the stability of network behavior across various aspects of our network and offers responsive capabilities to address incidents promptly"

"What I like the most about this solution is the complexity. It covers a lot of areas, unlike other solutions."

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Cons

"I have seen lagging with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks. There was one time when we faced a threat actor trying to gain access to our system. When our team utilized the tool, we were all on the same dashboard and we faced a lag issue at that time of around five minutes, which was quite significant."

"Limited remote connection."

"When it comes to core analysis, and security analysis, Cortex needs to provide more information."

"It is an enterprise-level solution. Its price could be less expensive."

"The complexity and confusion regarding product variants, such as XDR, Forexiant, and Forexon, must be addressed."

"Impact on system performance is horrible, adding a lot of delays for users."

"Additionally, I think the price is very high, and if it can be adjusted, I believe it will be a very good solution."

"Although I would say this product is highly-rated, it could probably do more because nothing does everything that you want."

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"Less code in integration would be nice when building blocks."

"A lot of tools can give you many features, such as CTI intelligence and a tax service reduction. However, many people are combining different tools together to have more capabilities. It is up to the consumer whether they want to have multiple tools or have one tool that serves the purpose. Anomali Enterprise could improve by combining all the other tools' features into one solution."

"An area for improvement is the intelligence sharing within the Anomali community. The tagging system can be inconsistent, as any company can use any tags for their reporting."

"Support in the past has been top-notch, but recent trends indicate that it has taken a back seat, as we often don't get answers for days."

"The reports in the endpoint area of Elevate can be improved."

"Fidelis Endpoint is an expensive product making it one of its shortcomings that needs improvement."

"We position the solution as an antivirus, but this part of the solution needs improvement. They need to generally enhance the features that they have, rather than adding anything new."

"Configuration, in terms of building the collector and communicating with endpoints, is complex."

"I encounter difficulty removing certain entries in behavior or alerts; likewise, I am unable to add specific calls."

"There is room for improvement in email security. It's a security issue. If you're aiming for XDR, covering the entire threat landscape is crucial."

"The interface bug needs to be squashed once and for all. This has been the predominant issue with an otherwise stellar product. It reboots itself unscheduled, about once a month, due to a memory buffer flaw in the interface."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I don't recall what the cost was, but it wasn't really that expensive."

"It's way too expensive, but security is expensive. You pay for your licensing, and then you pay for someone to monitor the stuff."

"Every customer has to pay for a license because it doesn't work with what you get from a managed services provider."

"The solution is expensive. It's pricing is on a yearly-basis."

"In terms of the cost Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is very expensive because we are a Mexican company and when you translate dollars to pesos the cost is very high. The solution is very expensive for Mexican companies. I understand that they have international prices, but I do not think it offsets the price enough for many companies in countries, such as Mexico. The amount it is reduced is not a massive percentage."

"The cost depends on your chosen license type, like Pro or other licenses."

"It has a higher cost than other solutions, like CrowdStrike or Microsoft’s EDR tools, but it reduces the cost of our operations because it’s a new generation antivirus tool."

"We pay about $50,000 USD per year for a bundle that includes Cortex XDR."

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"When comparing the price of Anomali Enterprise to other solutions it is in the medium to high range. However, I am satisfied with the price."

"It's quite expensive but we can customize it to reduce the price."

"You license by the number of days of logs you need to maintain visibility for. Forty-five days is a good solid number for a company with around a 10k user base."

"It's somehow expensive. From one to ten, I would rate it a five. They need to improve the prices. It's very high."

"Fidelis Endpoint is an expensive product. My company makes yearly payments toward the licensing cost of the solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

16%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Educational Organization

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Comms Service Provider

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	44
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	47

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	5

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	6
Large Enterprise	2

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

Match, Lens, ThreatStream, STAXX, Anomali Security Analytics

Fidelis Elevate Platform, Fidelis Enterprise, Fidelis Cloud, Fidelis Managed Detection and Response, Fidelis Deception, Fidelis Decryption, Fidelis Endpoint, Fidelis Network

Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

Anomali delivers advanced threat intelligence solutions designed to enhance security operations by providing comprehensive visibility into threats and enabling real-time threat detection and management.

Anomali stands out in threat intelligence, offering an innovative platform that integrates data to identify and analyze threats effectively. It enables teams to streamline threat detection processes and respond to incidents with increased agility. With a focus on accuracy and efficiency, Anomali supports cybersecurity professionals in making informed decisions to safeguard their networks consistently.

What are Anomali's core features?

ThreatStream: A platform that aggregates threat intelligence feeds to enhance threat assessment.
Match: An automated detection feature that matches internal log data against threat intelligence insights.
Link: Provides graphical visualization for threat analysis, helping to understand threat vectors better.
STAXX: A lightweight tool for collecting and analyzing open-source threat intelligence.

What are the key benefits and ROI of using Anomali?

Improved Threat Detection: Streamlined processes lead to faster identification and response to threats.
Resource Efficiency: Automation reduces manual tasks, allowing security teams to focus on strategic activities.
Better Decision Making: Provides actionable insights that enable more informed security strategies.

In industries like finance and healthcare, Anomali is implemented to address specific challenges like compliance and data protection. By using this platform, organizations gain the ability to adapt to evolving threats, ensuring robust and adaptable security postures tailored to industry demands.

Anomali

Fidelis Elevate integrates network visibility, data loss prevention, deception, and endpoint detection and response into one unified solution. Now your security team can focus on the most urgent threats and protect sensitive data rather than spending time validating and triaging thousands of alerts.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

Bank of England, First Energy, UBISOFT, Bank of Hope, Blackhawk Network

First Midwest Bank

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