ConnectWise SIEM vs WatchGuard EPDR comparison

ConnectWise and WatchGuard are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. ConnectWise is ranked #53 with an average rating of 6.0, while WatchGuard is ranked #13 with an average rating of 8.8. ConnectWise holds a 0.6% mindshare in EDR, compared to WatchGuard’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 66% of ConnectWise users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of WatchGuard users who would recommend it.

ConnectWise SIEM

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66% willing to recommend

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96% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

ConnectWise SIEM and WatchGuard EPDR are two robust cybersecurity solutions. Users are generally happier with the features and pricing of WatchGuard EPDR, viewing it as worth the price despite better support experiences with ConnectWise SIEM.

Features: ConnectWise SIEM's comprehensive threat detection, automated responses, and high scalability are valuable. WatchGuard EPDR stands out with advanced analytics, customizability, and well-integrated endpoint protection capabilities, giving it an edge in feature set comparison.

Room for Improvement: Users suggest enhancing ConnectWise SIEM's scalability, integration with third-party tools, and user interface. For WatchGuard EPDR, feedback points to refining its patch management, reducing false positives, and improving its reporting features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: ConnectWise SIEM has a straightforward deployment process and reliable customer support. WatchGuard EPDR may have a steeper learning curve but benefits from comprehensive documentation and community support. Customer service for ConnectWise is rated higher, facilitating smoother user onboarding.

Pricing and ROI: ConnectWise SIEM involves a higher setup cost but offers reasonable ROI through its extensive functionalities. WatchGuard EPDR offers competitive pricing and satisfactory ROI, with users feeling it delivers strong value for the investment. Different pricing models cater to distinct organizational needs, with WatchGuard EPDR being more cost-effective overall.

To learn more, read our detailed ConnectWise SIEM vs. WatchGuard EPDR Report (Updated: December 2025).

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

ConnectWise SIEM

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

53rd

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (51st), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (21st), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) (25th)

WatchGuard EPDR

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

13th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (10th)

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of ConnectWise SIEM is 0.6%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of WatchGuard EPDR is 1.8%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
WatchGuard EPDR	1.8%
ConnectWise SIEM	0.6%
Other	97.6%

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Featured Reviews

reviewer2711757

Cyber Security Software Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

Automated alerting and reporting excel while cost and feature limitations remain

I find automation to be one of the best and most valuable features of the product. Machine learning is incorporated into the solution, though AI is a broader term that I wouldn't apply here. I haven't personally explored AI yet, but I will investigate it. Machine learning functions more as automation in my experience, as there's no training involved yet. I want to conduct R&D on another project with Wazuh to determine how to capture usage, for example, tracking user logins and time spent. This is where I need to implement machine learning. Additionally, the extraction of GeoIP adds complexity. The solution is effectively reducing incident response times in operations.

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Norlia Jalani

Section Head, Information Technology at a transportation company with 201-500 employees

Using cloud-based console for software inventory management and email alerts

I have no idea if I use some automation functions. I can't find any disadvantages; maybe that is because many companies haven't used it. I would prefer to see some features such as AI in antivirus solutions. I appreciate reporting, but it could be better with monthly reporting or auto-generated monthly reports.

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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

"One valuable feature of ConnectWise Fortify is the ability to add other teams and receive notifications when customers make changes or remove multi-factor authentication in Microsoft or SAP environments."

"The integration capabilities of ConnectWise SIEM are off the shelf, making it easy to buy and use; you just unpack it and use it."

"We have found the solution has great functionality and it is easy to use."

"It is easy to manage."

"Great technical support staff."

"The most valuable features of the solution stem from the fact that I like the tool's UI, ease of management, ease of making reports, and the ability to export information easily."

"The most valuable feature is the web filter application control."

"Their remote management (RMM) is very good."

"I would give the overall solution a rating of ten out of ten."

"The best features of WatchGuard EPDR are the remote management features; we currently use it to set a default admin account on all machines through the console, which was a good feature that I was not even aware of until a colleague used it over the last two weeks to implement that change."

"WatchGuard EPDR improves organization primarily by supporting the IT team rather than the end users directly. It helps IT teams accomplish more with fewer people. One of its standout features is the patch management solution, which allows companies without up-to-date services like WSUS to manage patches for Windows and Linux systems. Additionally, it provides the usual endpoint protection features such as virus and malware protection, application control, and website control."

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Cons

"The manage portion of the solution is complicated and should be simplified by having different versions to meet the needs of different size companies."

"ConnectWise SIEM is primarily focused on notifications and is limited in that aspect, while Wazuh can automate the elimination process."

"ConnectWise Fortify could work on covering more areas, like phishing messages, which have become more complicated to detect."

"I would rate Panda Adaptive Defense 360 overall eight points because I still try to find another solution that is easier for me, which can provide what I currently have in Panda Adaptive Defense 360."

"They need to expand their offering of add-ons to enhance capabilities further."

"The categories in the web filtering should be more comprehensive."

"I'd like to integrate it into my main services."

"Their MacOS support isn't that good."

"The software has performance issues due to its requirements on the processor, however, these issues are common with other vendors, not just WatchGuard."

"Needs a better way to scan the hardware to detect whether it's valid."

"The software has performance issues due to its requirements on the processor."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is expensive."

"The licensing is subscription-based and priced well compared to other endpoint security solutions."

"The solution is priced well for what features it provides."

"Panda is cloud-only and comes at a reasonable cost. It is a set price per seat."

"Our licensing fee is 1M Euro per month, so it is about 80 Euro's per user."

"The licensing costs are not too high. We pay about 20 Euros a year. It's a reasonable amount to pay."

"The price is excellent."

"The product is available at a high price."

"There is a license needed to use this solution and it is approximately $30 annually."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

21%

University

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

12%

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

Hospitality Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with ConnectWise Fortify?

I haven't utilized the advanced threat intelligence capabilities with ConnectWise SIEM. Advanced threat intelligence is an option, but I haven't explored this feature yet. The advanced threat intel...

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What is your primary use case for ConnectWise Fortify?

I do not have experience with ConnectWise SIEM for RMM, as I mostly work on Wazuh, and I have a team that handles ConnectWise SIEM. I'm linking with them, serving as the bridge. I am solely working...

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What advice do you have for others considering ConnectWise Fortify?

The review can be made anonymous if just my name and not the company name is used. I would assess the real-time visibility for my organization as somewhat real-time, but it's not fully real-time. T...

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What do you like most about WatchGuard EPDR?

The product's most valuable features are the zero-trust application service and its capability to detect threats and attacks.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for WatchGuard EPDR?

The price of the solution is okay. It's all right.

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What needs improvement with WatchGuard EPDR?

I would not be able to say what areas of WatchGuard EPDR have improved, as I do not work with the product myself so much anymore. I just used to assist with installation and deployment, especially ...

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Also Known As

ConnectWise Security Management, ConnectWise Fortify, Continuum Fortify, ConnectWise SIEM, ConnectWise SASE

Panda Adaptive Defense 360

Overview

IT solution providers are the first—and often only—line of defense for every kind of business in every part of the world. Whether managing mom-and-pop businesses or high-profile clients, providing preventive security measures is a must-have in today’s cybersecurity landscape. Security information and event management (SIEM) solutions offer an additional layer of security for your clients; however, most SIEM solutions are routinely difficult to manage, expensive to deploy, and require a significant amount of in-house cybersecurity expertise.

ConnectWise SIEM offers a powerful alternative to expand your security perspective to both prevention and detection. The solution includes comprehensive, flexible SIEM software that streamlines safety and security across your network without additional full-time employee costs or complicated implementations.

ConnectWise

EDR for continuous monitoring that prevents the execution of unknown processes. Behavioral analysis and detection of IoAs (indicators of attack) scripts, macros, etc.
Automatic detection and response for targeted attacks and in-memory exploits. Endpoint protection capabilities such as URL filtering, device control and managed firewall.
Zero-Trust Application and Threat Hunting features delivered as managed services. Lightweight agent and easy-to-use Cloud-based console with detailed reporting.

WatchGuard

Sample Customers

Techvera, Syrex, Clark Integrated Technologies

Indra, Valea AB, Fineit, Aemcom, Data Solutions INC., Gloucestershire NHS, Golden Star Resources Ltd, Hispania Racing Team, Instituto Dos Museus e da ConserÊo, Escuelas Pias Provincia Emaus, Axiom Housing Association, Municipality of Bjuv, Lesedi Nuclear, Mullsj_ municipality, Eng. skolan Norr AB, Dalakraft AB, Peter Green Haulage Ltd

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