Claroty Platform vs Microsoft Defender for IoT comparison

Claroty and Microsoft are both solutions in the Operational Technology (OT) Security category. Claroty is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.2, while Microsoft is ranked #6 with an average rating of 7.4. Claroty holds a 18.2% mindshare in OT, compared to Microsoft’s 4.7% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Claroty users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Microsoft users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Claroty Platform and Microsoft Defender for IoT based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Operational Technology (OT) Security solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Claroty Platform

Ranking in Operational Technology (OT) Security

2nd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Remote Access (7th), Vulnerability Management (22nd), Cyber-Physical Systems Protection (2nd)

Microsoft Defender for IoT

Ranking in Operational Technology (OT) Security

6th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

IoT Security (5th), Microsoft Security Suite (24th)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Operational Technology (OT) Security category, the mindshare of Claroty Platform is 18.2%, down from 25.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Defender for IoT is 4.7%, down from 5.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Operational Technology (OT) Security Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Claroty Platform	18.2%
Microsoft Defender for IoT	4.7%
Other	77.1%

Operational Technology (OT) Security

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AbhishekPandey5

Senior Consultant at Payatu

Passive scanning excels and support proves invaluable

Regarding the cons of the Claroty Platform, it is not about the deployment, but rather the identification. The Claroty Platform becomes too noisy when it gives numerous CVEs related to vendor match. Sometimes, these CVEs are not actually related to the device in the firmware at the site. The Claroty Platform identifies effectively but sometimes identifies many CVEs which might not be the actual issue in certain scenarios.

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Luis Gabriel Mieles Benavides

Cloud Architect at Sonda S.A.

Security monitoring has become proactive and threat hunting is now faster and more precise

The best features of Microsoft Defender for IoT are that it is easy to find where the intruder is and easy to capture and hunt intruders. When I need to send a full scan for a device, it is straightforward. I have worked with Symantec, which is an antivirus, and McAfee, where I send full scans in a similar way to how I do it in Azure Defender, and it is equally easy. I can take actions with the device, such as disconnecting it, turning it off, or sending an alarm. The integration with Azure Defender and Azure Sentinel is seamless because they are from the same company. They capture intruders, viruses, worms, and everything else easily, and I can fix problems quickly. I use the network visibility features daily to manage connected assets. Currently, I am closing a case with Mutual Asesorías where they have a computer with intruders attempting to force brute capture the password. I can see how the intruder tried to do this, and my work involves closing the IP origin in this case.

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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

"The platform ensures security without imposing significant delays."

"The tool's best feature was the UI and the simplicity it offers."

"I have had a very good experience with the Claroty Platform."

"I like how the tool does passive and active discovery and threat detection and shows risks, recommendations, and vulnerabilities. It gives risk scores and gathers everything in one place - IP, device name, etc. We can integrate it with other tools for overall network mapping. It's useful for audits, compliance, and monitoring of all devices in the industry. It provides both monitoring and control. We also have SRA for incident response, which lets us search all alerts if we deploy the Claroty Platform."

"I believe the two main aspects where Claroty stands out are their ability to provide a complete platform and their OT-specific focus."

"Claroty provides continuous threat protection and identifies pre-empty stuff and false positives."

"The product helps mitigate potential threats, especially if its users have signature rules. The product also provides alerts."

"Customer service is number one and the best."

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"Some advantages of Microsoft Defender for IoT are that it's easy to install on any OS, and you can create any custom use cases easily."

"The graphics and analysis in Microsoft Defender for IoT are very representative."

"It is manageable and integrates with other Microsoft products, which is crucial for me."

"I believe it is best suited for cloud services and is unmatched by other cloud security solutions."

"The best features of Microsoft Defender for IoT are that it is easy to find where the intruder is and easy to capture and hunt intruders."

"As a cybersecurity consultant, the best part of Microsoft Defender for IoT is the capability to integrate with other tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and receive real-time alerts from the product."

"I find Microsoft Defender very effective in vulnerability management and it provides good attack reduction, making it a next-generation protection solution."

"Mainly, it is manageable and integrates with other Microsoft products, which is crucial for me."

Cons

"The product's integration capabilities are an area of concern where improvements are required."

"Claroty Platform could improve the pricing to get more acceptability in the market."

"There are a few protocols that Claroty doesn't currently support."

"The Claroty Platform becomes too noisy when it gives numerous CVEs related to vendor match. Sometimes, these CVEs are not actually related to the device in the firmware at the site."

"Occasionally, I face a login problem despite entering the correct password."

"The product could be improved in terms of user interface design."

"I've reported four bugs and three feature requests so far. The main area of focus should be on how attacks are detected. The attack vector information needs to be more detailed. For example, it's not enough to state that an SMB v1 version open can lead to a WannaCry attack. A more detailed explanation should help clients understand the various ways an attack could occur."

"I think the only issue is that the hardware Claroty uses is expensive."

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"The only improvement I see is that some detection explanations are vaguely provided by Microsoft, resulting in generic IoT detections that alert me to an issue yet don't specify what's wrong."

"There are a few limitations with Microsoft Defender for IoT. We raised concerns with the product team because they don't capture all the information regarding command execution or processes executed on certain endpoints."

"Customer service and support from Microsoft are costly. The execution by engineers is expensive, and the service is neither free nor toll-free, making it less accessible for customers."

"The only improvement I see is that some detection explanations are vaguely provided by Microsoft, resulting in generic IoT detections that alert me to an issue yet don't specify what's wrong."

"The primary area that needs improvement is compatibility with the latest IoT technologies."

"The documentation for Microsoft Defender for IoT is lacking. There are no clear steps or guidance, and updates are frequent, which adds to the confusion."

"Microsoft Defender for IoT is not scalable. If you want to monitor another industrial network, you need an additional server, making it less scalable."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's a bit expensive compared to other solutions."

"The tool is quite expensive."

"The licensing for physical devices is cheap, but the software version is expensive. The software version costs around 26-28 dollars. I was surprised and even double-checked. It was shocking."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

15%

Energy/Utilities Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

14%

Computer Software Company

14%

Energy/Utilities Company

Financial Services Firm

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	11

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Claroty Platform?

The product helps mitigate potential threats, especially if its users have signature rules. The product also provides alerts.

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What needs improvement with Claroty Platform?

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What is your primary use case for Claroty Platform?

My clients are using the Claroty Platform for asset identification, finding CVEs and threat intel. I am aware of the continuous threat detection feature of the Claroty Platform, and even if it is g...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Defender for IoT?

I find that Microsoft Defender for IoT itself is affordable.

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What needs improvement with Microsoft Defender for IoT?

I don't think I have any recommendation on improvements for Microsoft Defender for IoT because we don't use it too extensively. There are a few limitations with Microsoft Defender for IoT. We raise...

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What is your primary use case for Microsoft Defender for IoT?

Clients mainly use Microsoft Defender for IoT for unfamiliar sign-in attempts and Microsoft Defender EDRs. We are using use cases for unfamiliar sign-in and malicious activity, such as user sign-in...

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Overview

The Claroty Platform is tailored for monitoring and securing industrial control systems. It offers deep visibility into OT networks, enabling effective anomaly detection and vulnerability assessments. Its user-friendly interface and robust reporting tools facilitate easy management and compliance, enhancing organizational efficiency and cybersecurity posture in industrial environments.

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Microsoft Defender for IoT offers advanced security designed to protect IoT environments from sophisticated threats. Its deep integration with Azure reinforces security across devices and networks.

Microsoft Defender for IoT provides scalable threat detection and security intelligence tailored for IoT devices. Leveraging cloud-powered analytics, it ensures protection against emerging threats while supporting diverse device landscapes. The platform's compatibility with Azure Sentinel offers robust security operations and management capabilities.

What are the core features of Microsoft Defender for IoT?

Threat Intelligence: Provides real-time insights and threat detection using cloud-powered analytics.
Device Management: Simplifies the monitoring and management of IoT devices across networks.
Integrated Security: Seamlessly integrates with Azure Sentinel for comprehensive security operations.

What benefits and ROI should users consider?

Improved Security Posture: Strengthens the protection of IoT ecosystems against cyber threats.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces the complexities and costs associated with managing IoT security.
Scalability: Supports growth and adaptation to expanding IoT networks.

In manufacturing, Microsoft Defender for IoT aids in maintaining operational efficiency by preventing unauthorized access to industrial control systems. Healthcare providers utilize it to protect sensitive patient data transmitted through connected devices. Retailers benefit from secure management of inventory systems and customer data across smart devices.

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Sample Customers

Rockwell Automation

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