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BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management vs Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
6.9
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management offers ROI through compliance, security, cost savings, and efficient PAM benefits on Microsoft Azure.
Sentiment score
5.2
Cortex XDR provides value through threat blocking, compliance benefits, cost savings, and increased performance and user satisfaction.
Money saving is the main part because every organization tries to reduce their costs.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
They appreciate the rich telemetry data from the solution, as it provides in-depth threat identification.
Cyber Security Manager at Welab bank
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks helps to reduce my total cost of ownership significantly.
Detection and Response Consultant at Inovasys
I have seen a return on investment with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, as this product is offered at a minimal cost, and we can find a good ROI from it.
Cyber Security Information Security Specialist at MHM Holding GmbH
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.1
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management support is positively rated for expertise but could improve response times, especially in Pacific time.
Sentiment score
6.9
Cortex XDR support is praised for expertise and responsiveness but criticized for slow resolutions and inconsistent international support.
Support is critical, especially when challenges arise related to PAM.
Solution Architect at FVC
They offer support around the clock, and responses are generally quick.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
BeyondTrust support is reliable.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
The technical support from Palo Alto deserves a mark of ten because they reach out within an hour whenever assistance is needed.
Head of data centers at a non-profit with 10,001+ employees
There is no back and forth, and they know what we are asking for and come up with the best resolution for a solution.
Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk
If any of these services are missed, it becomes a problem in terms of support tickets, follow-up, or special configuration that needs to be done in the system.
Chief of IT Architecture at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.3
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management scales effectively, supports large networks, and integrates easily, meeting enterprise-level needs efficiently.
Sentiment score
7.5
Cortex XDR offers exceptional scalability, supporting thousands of users with effortless deployment and enterprise-grade capabilities for large-scale environments.
The initial understanding of the environment is crucial, followed by a simple deployment process.
Solution Architect at FVC
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks can be expanded anytime by purchasing another license without any issues related to scalability.
Head of data centers at a non-profit with 10,001+ employees
I think scalability for Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is good.
Threat Analyst II at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is stable and excels in cloud deployments, with minor configuration-related issues noted.
Sentiment score
8.0
Cortex XDR is stable with reliable performance and valued support, though minor bugs and alert issues occasionally occur.
The appliances are stable, and there are no significant issues with backups or recovery.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is very easy to use; if you know the process of cybersecurity, you will not experience downtime.
Presales Engineer at SAUDI PARAMOUNT COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Cortex remains fast and responsive, even with increasing data and alerts.
Final Year Student at Gitam University
The thresholds we've seen on our firewall boxes at some instances reached 80% to 85%, but even at that level of utilization, we don't observe any latency or any issues reported with respect to accessing the application.
Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk
Cortex XDR is stable, offering high quality and reliable performance.
Cyber Security Manager at Welab bank
 

Room For Improvement

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management needs UI enhancement, better OS integration, smoother deployment, improved support, and streamlined policy management.
Cortex XDR struggles with integration, complex interface, resource use, and pricing, needing improvements in management, automation, and detection.
The ability to view recorded live sessions of specific users is a crucial benefit.
Solution Architect at FVC
There is a need for better MQ integration with DevOps and improvements in architecture.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
This product is highly ranked on Gartner, Peers, and other review sites.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
Improving reporting and dashboard customization, along with the addition of real-time and exportable reports, would help SOC teams greatly.
Final Year Student at Gitam University
The inclusion of this feature would allow the application of DLP policies alongside antivirus policies via a single agent and console, making it more competitive as other OEMs often offer DLP solutions as part of their antivirus products.
Pre-Sales Architect at network techlab
If the per GB data could be provided at a certain level free of cost or at the same cost which the customer is taking for the entire bundle, that would be better.
Cyber Security Information Security Specialist at MHM Holding GmbH
 

Setup Cost

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management offers complex, competitive pricing with varying licensing models, recommended for negotiation and fixed-price deals.
Cortex XDR offers flexible, cost-effective security for enterprises, despite high setup costs and additional charges for extra features.
If a solution fits a customer's budget, considerations must be made that it may not have all the features of more expensive solutions.
Solution Architect at FVC
The pricing on SentinelOne is far more reasonable and cheaper than Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks.
Consultant at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees
I would say it is definitely not a cheap product, considering how mature it is and how scalable all Palo Alto products are together.
Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk
Cortex XDR is perceived as expensive by some customers, yet offers dynamic pricing.
Cyber Security Manager at Welab bank
 

Valuable Features

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management enhances security with granular control, integration, and features like asset discovery and threat detection.
Cortex XDR delivers AI-driven endpoint security with seamless integration, efficient management, and enhanced detection and response capabilities.
Another important aspect is the ability to move the solution to the cloud or install it on-premises, offering my customers flexibility.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
When any unauthorized user makes an attempt, it notifies the administrators.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
For security purposes in BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management, when employees are working in the system, we can make a recording of the video, showing the modifications and configurations they made, allowing us to see everything.
Presales Engineer at SAUDI PARAMOUNT COMPUTER SYSTEMS
It incorporates AI for normal behavior detection, distinguishing unusual operations.
Cyber Security Manager at Welab bank
The product provides automation responses in case of a threat attack, severity assessments, centralized manageability, and comprehensive compliance features, resulting in reduced costs.
Pre-Sales Architect at network techlab
It includes machine learning to easily analyze data and detect complex threats across endpoints, networks, or clouds.
Final Year Student at Gitam University
 

Categories and Ranking

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privil...
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
32
Ranking in other categories
Privileged Access Management (PAM) (7th), Anti-Malware Tools (13th)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
104
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (5th), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (8th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (7th), Ransomware Protection (2nd), AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platforms (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Endpoint Security solutions, they serve different purposes. BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is designed for Privileged Access Management (PAM) and holds a mindshare of 2.8%, down 4.2% compared to last year.
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, on the other hand, focuses on Extended Detection and Response (XDR), holds 4.8% mindshare, down 5.7% since last year.
Privileged Access Management (PAM) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management2.8%
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager11.2%
Delinea Secret Server5.0%
Other81.0%
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks4.8%
CrowdStrike Falcon10.1%
Wazuh7.2%
Other77.9%
Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
 

Featured Reviews

Md Abdul Hakim - PeerSpot reviewer
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
Offers solid performance and user adaptability but needs better pricing options and local support
BeyondTrust is a strong, compliance-driven solution with excellent market recognition (Gartner, Peers, etc.), making it appealing for Bangladeshi enterprises. However, some key improvements could accelerate adoption: Areas for Improvement: Pricing & Local Affordability While the product’s capabilities justify its value, cost remains a barrier for many Bangladeshi organizations. Competitive pricing or regional discounts would make it more accessible. Local Support & Partnerships Currently, lack of local partners or trainers creates delays in support, implementation, and pricing negotiations. Establishing a Bangladesh-based support team or authorized resellers would improve responsiveness and trust. Enhanced Onboarding & Training Offering localized training programs (in Bengali/English) and documentation would help IT teams deploy and manage the solution more efficiently. Recommendations for Next Release: Introduce tiered pricing for emerging markets like Bangladesh. Develop a partner network in Bangladesh for faster service and sales. Add simplified dashboards for easier monitoring by non-technical staff. Final Note: BeyondTrust is already a top-tier PAM solution, but addressing these gaps would solidify its leadership in Bangladesh’s growing cybersecurity market.
ABHISHEK_SINGH - PeerSpot reviewer
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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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
18%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise15
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business43
Midsize Enterprise20
Large Enterprise46
 

Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?
The solution's least privilege enforcement has helped us ensure access is given to only the required people.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?
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Also Known As

BeyondTrust PowerBroker, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Windows, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Mac, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Linux, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Unix, Avecto Defendpoint
Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Aera Energy LLC, Care New England, James Madison University
CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank
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