Digital Guardian vs Netwrix Endpoint Protector comparison

Fortra and Netwrix are both solutions in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category. Fortra is ranked #17 with an average rating of 4.5, while Netwrix is ranked #14 with an average rating of 8.5. Fortra holds a 2.8% mindshare in DLP, compared to Netwrix’s 1.8% mindshare. Additionally, 81% of Fortra users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Netwrix users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Digital Guardian and Netwrix Endpoint Protector compete in data protection and endpoint security. Digital Guardian offers superior threat protection with detailed data loss prevention, whereas Netwrix provides easier integration and management.

Features: Digital Guardian offers advanced data classification, real-time data visibility, and supports various data loss prevention strategies. Meanwhile, Netwrix Endpoint Protector excels in device control, enforces encryption, and ensures content-aware protection.

Room for Improvement: Digital Guardian could enhance deployment simplicity and reduce configuration complexity. Its user interface might benefit from updates for better accessibility. Additionally, lowering initial costs would be advantageous. Netwrix Endpoint Protector might enhance data classification features and expand its analytics capabilities. Improving system performance and reducing latency can also be considered.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Digital Guardian's deployment is intricate but supported by professional services for comprehensive assistance. Netwrix Endpoint Protector offers straightforward implementation with intuitive setup and efficient management tools, paired with responsive customer service for easier adoption.

Pricing and ROI: Digital Guardian has higher upfront costs, justified by advanced protection, promising long-term savings. Netwrix Endpoint Protector provides a cost-effective model with significant immediate ROI, making it attractive for smaller enterprises.

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Cloudflare One

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Cloudflare One is 2.0%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Digital Guardian is 2.8%, up from 2.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netwrix Endpoint Protector is 1.8%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Netwrix Endpoint Protector	1.8%
Digital Guardian	2.8%
Cloudflare One	2.0%
Other	93.4%

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Featured Reviews

Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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Syed Mubeen

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

Enterprise data protection has supported regulatory compliance and integrates with classification tools

In terms of functionality, many features are valuable in Digital Guardian, as the first thing for most customers is that they are using solutions such as Boldon James and Titus, which fall under the classification side, and Digital Guardian can easily integrate with this data classification solution and has a very granular level of configuration and policy tuning. Digital Guardian's data protection policies are indeed useful for my clients. Regarding Digital Guardian, I find it to be a very good solution, and in fact, it is an enterprise-level solution that has very tight integration with most of the products, with Fortra but also with others.

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Sarang Bhagwat

Senior System Administrator at Exotel Techcom Pvt. Ltd

Ensures seamless real-time alerts and smooth deployment with room for Linux functionality improvement

The licensing issue was eventually resolved by the team, but the Linux client issue persisted. Not all the policies applied to the Linux clients were as effective as those for Mac and Windows. That was somewhat of a downside for us. I cannot speak to whether they have improved this in the past two years. An area for improvement is that when a package is provided, there should be no additional elements required from the user's side. For instance, there is an activation key, and you have to specify the host where you need to redirect and fetch the license. That was disappointing when it comes to mass deployment.

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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

"For Cloudflare Access, I am using the free plan...The most valuable feature is their protection."

"I'm very satisfied with the environment and the dashboard."

"It's the endpoint exposition. We don't need to expose our VPN server to the internet and need a zero-test solution. I can apply some conditional access to the endpoint that's connecting to our network to check their security policies or the security condition of their workstation. Once the workstation is trying to connect to my internal network, then I would like to check the discrete condition of these endpoints that are trying to access my internal network. We created some conditional access. We have CrowdStrike, to check if the CrowdStrike is installed, to check if it's updated, and to check for Windows updates. We created some conditional policies to check it."

"Enables me to work from two locations."

"The tool also offers good scalability, and the dashboard, along with real-time analytics, is very good."

"The blocking feature is very good."

"Cloudflare DDoS mitigates DDoS attacks."

"Cloudflare is by far the most effective solution that I have come across."

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"I like the solution's adaptive inspection and container inspection."

"Enhance your skills if you can to use Digital Guardian, in terms of data security, to its fullest."

"The most valuable feature of Digital Guardian is its reputation. They have scored high on the Gartner Magic Quadrant."

"The strong impact of Digital Guardian on my organization is in preventing sensitive data leaks to USB, email, and cloud, and in blocking unauthorized access in real time."

"There is a built-in endpoint detection response that helps save money."

"Regarding Digital Guardian, I find it to be a very good solution, and in fact, it is an enterprise-level solution that has very tight integration with most of the products, with Fortra but also with others."

"Data security is now one of the most important aspects for any organization."

"We have been able to monitor access to files from each of our workstations."

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"The device control is a big deal for us because we can actually lock out removable drives and different types of hardware. It allows us to have better control over what end-users plug into their computers, and we can have deny lists and tighten our security posture."

"The key point is that it allowed us to meet a complex cybersecurity requirement mandated by the government, and it was cost-effective."

"The product's most valuable feature is its ability to support Linux operating systems."

"In terms of the ease of deployment, the ease of management, and the ease of actually getting the basis of Endpoint Protector to move on, EPP is one of the easiest."

"The most valuable features are Device Control, Content-Aware Protection, Enforced Encryption, and eDiscovery."

"One unique feature is drive encryption. We have portable devices, and they have a password vault. If you transfer any data to your device, you can use the password vault to protect it."

"Things are more systematic now, and the headache of the IT team is gone."

"CoSoSys can control most of this part and it has absolutely, 100% helped to reduce important data from going out of our organization."

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Cons

"The free plan has limitations. For example, I can only set up three rules, and the application firewall is unavailable."

"I would like them to include a VPN feature to provide a secure connection to the data center."

"The onboarding process can be improved a little bit."

"For the topic of improvement, providing some training material is one of my suggestions."

"Our customers no longer use Cloudflare because its service is subpar."

"The pricing is an area that can be improved. Pricing, as far as I recall, was the source of our problems."

"The response time for support must be reduced."

"Cloudflare One is not very powerful, but for what we require, it is basic and sufficient."

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"I think the whole system needs improvement, even though it works fine the way they designed it."

"There are a lot of issues with the current version of the Endpoint agent. It's not stable, it's resource-consuming, and there are some performance issues. If they could improve the stability of the agent it would be great."

"It would be helpful if there was an on-premise version of the solution for companies that cannot use the cloud, such as government sectors."

"Technical support could be better."

"When considering potential areas for improvement, it may be beneficial for Digital Guardian to optimize its processes and reduce the computational demands on the system, particularly with regard to high CPU usage. Although Digital Guardian offers numerous benefits, it can consume a substantial amount of RAM and CPU power."

"Digital Guardian is an excellent solution but our experience with the partner has been the most horrible experience we have ever had with any partner."

"For vendor support, such as Fortra support, I would rate it a seven because all the support comes from different parts that sometimes have challenges meeting time zones, and sometimes they reroute to distributors and rely on partners."

"The solution has complexities around policy creation and deployment."

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"The only aspect that prevents it from being a perfect solution is the occasional slower response time."

"One of the areas where there is room for improvement is support. It takes time for them to respond. They need to respond on time. Instead of sending an email, I think it would be very helpful to say, 'Let's set up a WebEx to see what's really going on,' instead of the back and forth of email."

"When we started, the price was reasonable, but it has been increasing over time."

"Currently, for additional applications that need monitoring by the EPP, a request must be made to their technical support. It would be beneficial to add a feature allowing users to manually add applications for monitoring without depending on the vendor."

"The areas of Netwrix Endpoint Protector that need to be improved include a desire for more graphical interfaces in their systems, as many people today would prefer to see graphical formats for data presentation."

"We are using it to only apply media restrictions. When we are installing a new agent, we have to install EPP manually on a device. It would be great if the installations can be done from the server instead of me going to each PC or device to implement EPP or using a policy. They should have some sort of system so that a domain admin can install EPP on all PCs from a central manager."

"This product provides zero-day protection for macOS, although I'm currently dealing with an issue on the most recent rollout of the Endpoint client that doesn't seem to be fully functioning."

"It would be better if they had an inbound restriction feature. For example, I work out of my home from my personal computer. All my policies can be deployed while working. When I am done, I should be able to use my machine as my personal machine, and all these policies should be waived. In the next release, I want time bound restriction of the policies because most of these users were working out of home and using their personal computers."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The solution is not that expensive."

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"If I compare Digital Guardian with Symantec, the license cost is lower, but McAfee can be cheaper than Digital Guardian. It depends on how many licenses you plan to buy and how big the project is. The cost is not so high as Symantec, but not as cheap as McAfee. They can easily sell the solution for price."

"The price of Digital Guardian is on the higher end compared to other vendors."

"Digital Guardian has both, subscription and perpetual licenses, but I think when everything (all technologies) will go to the cloud they will only offer subscriptions."

"The cost was around $300,000."

"The price of Digital Guardian is expensive."

"I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten because Digital Guardian is expensive."

"When I last renewed the license it was for a two-year term, and they gave me the second year at half price."

"We have a limited budget for our media section. When we purchased it last year, we migrated from a different solution to this solution, and at that time, they told us that the cost will remain the same, but this year, they increased the price by 20% or something like that. I am not sure about the exact price, but let's say from 8,000, it increased to 10,000. It was a huge gap, and we couldn't bear this cost because we have a limited budget. When we spoke to them, they understood our problem and reduced it to the same price that we had last year."

"This solution was not too cheap or too expensive. But for the amount of features that they are offering, it was reasonable."

"[The pricing] is reasonable compared to what's out there."

"The price of Endpoint Protector by CoSoSys is more or less the same as other competing solutions."

"It has a fair price. They just changed recently from perpetual licensing. When I bought it, I bought it on perpetual license, then they changed the whole company policy to go to subscription. It was a bit of a shock to us because we haven't upgraded it that many times. However, after speaking to CoSoSys directly, they gave us a very good renewal price."

"The software comes with a higher price tag when compared to other DLP solutions."

"This is a budget-friendly solution that covers all the aspects of host-level DLP."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

12%

Construction Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

Healthcare Company

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	12

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Small Business	11
Large Enterprise	4

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	7

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Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

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CoSoSys Endpoint Protector

Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

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Digital Guardian is renowned for its advanced capabilities in data loss prevention and protection of confidential information. Key features enhance data security through proactive monitoring and adaptive policies, catering to businesses across multiple environments.

Digital Guardian provides comprehensive data security by offering features like data classification, endpoint DLP monitoring, and user activity tracking. It integrates seamlessly with tools such as Boldon James and Titus, allowing detailed policy configuration. With security-enhancing cloud correlation servers, it reduces insider threats and enables monitoring across diverse vectors. However, challenges include the need for improved integration between endpoint and network features, enhanced Mac and Linux functionality, and more efficient policy management. Stability and performance issues are also noted, with users seeking improved web email monitoring and better compatibility across different operating systems. Despite these, it remains a solid choice for data protection, particularly in sectors like finance, insurance, and manufacturing.

What are the key features of Digital Guardian?

Data Loss Prevention: Guards against unauthorized data transfers and leaks.
Forensic Analysis: Offers deep insights for improved threat response.
Adaptive Inspection: Tailors security measures to dynamic threats.
Data Classification: Segments data for targeted policy application.
User Activity Tracking: Monitors user interactions for anomalies.

What benefits should users expect?

Enhanced Security Visibility: Better monitoring across multiple vectors reduces risks.
Improved Threat Response: Advanced analytics ensure timely responses to threats.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps meet sector-specific requirements like those in finance.
Scalable Deployment: Supports cloud and on-premise environments for flexibility.

In industries such as finance, insurance, and manufacturing, Digital Guardian is crucial for preventing data breaches and protecting intellectual property. Its focus on compliance and ability to monitor data transfers across endpoints, networks, and emails provide essential safeguards against insider threats and unauthorized information dissemination.

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Netwrix Endpoint Protector offers comprehensive data loss prevention on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It manages USB controls and ensures data security by monitoring file transfers. Its intuitive dashboard and granular policy control make it a popular choice for securing endpoints.

Netwrix Endpoint Protector excels at safeguarding sensitive information by enforcing data encryption, controlling device access, and monitoring data movements such as clipboard actions and external device usage. This tool provides robust support and employs role-based access control, enhancing efficiency in preventing unauthorized data exfiltration. While users appreciate its capabilities, improvements in policy customization and deployment are necessary, alongside enhanced coordination across operating systems. Users also face challenges with uninstallation issues and require better network-level DLP features and interface stability.

What are the key features of Netwrix Endpoint Protector?

Device Control: Offers comprehensive management of USB and peripheral device access to protect against data breaches.
Content-Aware Protection: Monitors data transfers to prevent unauthorized sharing of sensitive information.
Enforced Encryption: Ensures data encryption policies are applied for secure file exchanges.
Intuitive Dashboard: Provides a user-friendly interface for managing security policies and monitoring activities.
Role-Based Access Control: Allows for tailored access permissions to enhance security and manageability.

What benefits should users look for when evaluating?

Compliance Support: Aids in adhering to regulations like SOC 2 and HIPAA through effective data management.
Remote Work Security: Strengthens endpoint protection in multi-platform environments for remote work scenarios.
Data Integrity: Protects against unauthorized exfiltration and exposure to malware.
Operational Efficiency: Facilitates centralized management of installations across different platforms.

Organizations across sectors employ Netwrix Endpoint Protector for data loss prevention, compliance, and monitoring capabilities. Its strength in managing device access and securing data on Windows, Linux, and Mac platforms makes it ideal for enterprises seeking to protect sensitive information. The tool's ability to support remote work enhances its appeal in diverse operational settings.

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