HP Wolf Security vs Symantec Endpoint Security comparison

HP and Broadcom are both solutions in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category. HP is ranked #16, while Broadcom is ranked #12 with an average rating of 6.9. HP holds a 3.7% mindshare in EPP, compared to Broadcom’s 3.4% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of HP users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Symantec Endpoint Security and HP Wolf Security compete in the cybersecurity market. Symantec Endpoint Security is preferred for its pricing and customer support, while HP Wolf Security has superior features.

Features: Symantec Endpoint Security receives high marks for its comprehensive threat detection, robust malware protection, and real-time threat analysis. HP Wolf Security is praised for its strong isolation capabilities, seamless integration with other HP products, and enhanced isolation features that protect against sophisticated threats.

Room for Improvement: Symantec Endpoint Security users suggest improving the complexity of initial setup, occasional system performance slowdowns, and the steep learning curve. HP Wolf Security users recommend enhancing reporting functionalities, making the management console more intuitive, and addressing some minor usability issues.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Symantec Endpoint Security users report ease of deployment but a steep learning curve during configuration, with positively rated responsive customer service. HP Wolf Security is noted for its straightforward deployment process and excellent customer service. The main difference is that HP Wolf Security offers a more user-friendly deployment experience.

Pricing and ROI: Symantec Endpoint Security is favored for its competitive setup costs and strong ROI. HP Wolf Security, while generally more expensive, is deemed worth the price due to its superior protection features and integration capabilities.

To learn more, read our detailed HP Wolf Security vs. Symantec Endpoint Security Report (Updated: June 2026).

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Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.7%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HP Wolf Security is 3.7%, down from 6.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security is 3.4%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.7%
Symantec Endpoint Security	3.4%
HP Wolf Security	3.7%
Other	89.2%

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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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Bert Hickman

Owner at Stoneridge Engineering, LLC

Adds a layer of safety, especially for laptops operating in various environments

The tool's deployment is easy. HP Wolf Security's deployment was a swift process since it was initially compatible with Windows 10, the operating system on both machines. However, when I transitioned to Windows 11, I encountered minor issues that prompted me to delve deeper into Wolf Security to fine-tune security settings according to my preferences. While I mostly used default settings, there was an initial adjustment where I disabled the AI function related to malware. Currently, the system is running smoothly with no reported issues. Adjusting some settings raised concerns about compatibility between HP Wolf Security and Norton 360. Specifically, aspects of HP Wolf Security, such as the virtual machine component, intrigued me, but I hesitated due to potential conflicts. During my investigation, Windows 11 raised a flag, questioning the system's security settings with Norton 360 and HP Wolf Security. However, it seems that they coexist well without causing issues.

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Kumbesh Rajagopal

Senior Security Delivery Analyst at Accenture

Management becomes easier with minimal complications, but improvement in support tools needed

Regarding areas of improvement for Symantec Endpoint Security, there are many changes, and the support portal tool is complicated compared to other tools. When trying to get service from Symantec, the process is complex. I'm not sure whether it's because of my project or something else. Though it is easy to manage, easy to get, easy to install, and works efficiently for managing policies, we faced a significant disadvantage. We wanted to add multiple hashes because of numerous new alerts coming, but we could only add them one by one, which is a considerable disadvantage in Symantec.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"There has been a significant reduction of approximately 70% to 80% in our internal MTTR and MTTD metrics, now around five to eight minutes whereas previously it was hours, which has helped tremendously."

"If you are looking for security, mainly for advanced threat prevention from ransomware and malware attacks, I would recommend Cortex."

"We've had a significant increase in blocking with a decrease in false positives, because it's looking at how the files work, not just a list of files that it's been told to look for."

"I like the centralized console and the predictive analysis it does of malware. It is very stable and also scalable."

"Their XDR agent and their behavioral indicators of compromise (BIOC) are pretty nice. Their managed threat hunting is also pretty nice. They also have WildFire, which is a service for actively looking for malware. It's quite useful."

"Traps has drastically reduced our endpoint attack surface via advanced detection capabilities, sandboxing of never before seen programs, and by drastically limiting where executables can launch in the first place."

"The policy configuration is great, the granularity of policies that are available is very helpful, it is straightforward to set up, and it has pretty much everything we need and works well within the Palo Alto ecosystem."

"My advice for anybody who is considering Cortex XDR is that it is a complete solution, and has very good features."

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"The feature that stands out the most is that when someone clicks on a link in an email... [if] that link is malicious and it has some malware or keylogger attached to it, when it opens up in that Bromium virtualized browser, there's no chance of it actually being on the machine and running, because as soon as they click that "X" in the upper right-hand side of the browser, everything just vanishes. That is an added plus."

"It has reduced the number of virus and malware incidents and calls we have received compared to prior to deploying this product, and our overall security posture has improved."

"The isolation feature is the most important because it prevents attacks."

"The most valuable feature is the process isolation because it simply stops malware from infecting the machines."

"Our overall security posture has absolutely improved as a result of adding Bromium to our security stack. We continue to have less user impact through a significantly reduced amount of malware infections. It's become a non-event."

"Our security posture has improved; it has definitely contained and prevented some malicious attacks from happening."

"I use HP Wolf Security to add a layer of safety, especially for laptops operating in various environments."

"Looking at it in the big picture of the risk that you're mitigating and the protection that you're getting, it's phenomenal."

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"We no longer have to deal with day-to-day threats, and we can focus more on work."

"All Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) features, such as anti-malware, zero-day attack protection, and IPS features, are valuable."

"We are using it on 1,600 computers. All the systems and servers are protected with the Symantec solution. Our environment has an uptime of 99.9% because we never had any attack or issue related to viruses. There is zero downtime."

"It is very easy to managing everything in relation to the implementation and processing. The initial setup is very easy."

"The biggest benefit right now is that we have a lot of people who know it well."

"The IPS function (with no firewall needed to be installed in the SEP client) is quite good."

"From the moment we deployed Symantec, we haven't had any incidents coming from an endpoint."

"It just works, we have a console and I can see it at a glance, I don't have any problems with it at all, and all the antivirus updates are managed from a single central point."

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Cons

"If you compare it to SentinelOne, which has more functionalities and detection capabilities on an open platform, the pricing on SentinelOne is far more reasonable and cheaper than Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks."

"The solution lacks real-time, on-demand antivirus."

"However, if you do not have Palo Alto in your environment, you are paying these additional services just for Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, so it is not a cost-effective solution."

"It would be good if they could make an exception for applications. Sometimes, it can be a bit of a challenge to make exceptions for certain applications that have been used as rogue."

"There are some third-party solutions that are difficult to integrate with, which is something that can be improved."

"Traps doesn't work with McAfee. You need to remove McAfee to install Traps. This is very common, and its nothing that should be an issue. Some antivirus engines recognize Traps as an threat component, so maybe they need to shake hands somewhere."

"If he is using a smaller company, he can depend on some other tools because Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is a bit expensive."

"Data privacy is a matter of concern. You have to be careful with data privacy, it can be sensitive and Cortex can have most of your access."

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"Reporting is one of the shortcomings of the product. We do mine the data that's in there from a forensics perspective... It becomes very difficult because you have to spend a lot of time digging through the volumes of data. Reporting is absolutely the biggest shortcoming."

"Initially, when we came in contact with Bromium a few years ago, it had a nice threat analyst, or a LAVA Pop, which is what they used to call it. Once it detected malware, it would show us the malware's path... I don't see that on the computers now. We only get to see that in the console. I would like to still see that on the individual machines because when we go out to look at a machine, we don't necessarily have access to the console."

"Room for improvement would be keeping up with the rate of change, specifically on Windows platforms. There are a lot of updates that come out for Microsoft Windows operating systems and the Bromium product needs to be able to keep up quickly with those updates and all the browser updates that are coming out. It's hard to do, but that's really where they need to be more responsive because we end up with problems and then we have to call support to get patches, etc."

"I did not find this to be an out-of-the-box solution, it required planning and alignment across many groups."

"After a major release, there's always a lot of "dust settling." You have to work through all those issues and then you're fine for a while. The problem is, it's stable, it's fine, until the next major release comes out. Then you go back into the cycle again of uncertainty, instability, working through issues until they have patched and remediated all the problems that you're having. It's not unlike any other vendor though"

"Room for improvement would be keeping up with the rate of change, specifically on Windows platforms."

"The tool behaves differently when I ported to Windows 11."

"They have always struggled with usability. The protection that it offers you is tremendous, but there's definitely an impact with use of resources on the computer. It's gotten a lot better now with Win 10. But sometimes, when you open up a website, it's going to take longer than it would without Bromium, and it's the same with documents."

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"The technical support could improve because when you reach level one support there is a lot of delays."

"We had trouble with the advanced features, such as the firewall builder and all the network protection modules. We were having a lot of issues because it would sometimes block users or the printing, or it would create issues with the network access resources."

"It would be interesting if Symantec Endpoint protection could also manage Windows Defender. If they were to add a feature, it would be nice if you could see the Symantec client and the Windows Defender client in case you choose to deploy both."

"We are not very happy with the solution and are in the process of moving away from it."

"Since the division of the company, we have experienced a lack of support."

"It can be improved in terms of features and integration. It should have more advanced features and more integration. Currently, it is just talking to their own solutions. They could add more artificial intelligence, more XDR, and more integration with other vendors so that we can do sharing of information with other vendors."

"Technical support is a bit of an issue."

"The support from Symantec has been poor in my experience. They did not have the knowledge to help us with the issues we were facing."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I don't like that they have different types of licenses."

"It's about $55 per license on a yearly basis."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is an expensive solution."

"Our license will require renewal in August, after which the maintenance will continue as usual."

"The solution has one subscription for endpoint protection and one subscription for detection and response. The two licenses combined give you the BRO version."

"Our customers have expressed that the price is high."

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

"Cortex XDR's pricing is ok."

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"The product's pricing is a good value. We only run it on our internet-facing workstations, we don't run it on everything in our environment. We are very selective. Some organizations may want to consider doing something like that to reduce their license count."

"I think the pricing is a good value. All of these security products are always going to be very expensive, but I don't think Bromium is unreasonable. I think Bromium is decently priced. It’s a tiered licensing platform. The more you buy, the cheaper gets per unit, and I think their tiers are very well defined. I think they're fair."

"The product came as a bundle with the machine."

"The pricing is very fair compared to the competition. The licensing is straightforward."

"Pricing is reasonable."

"The price of Symantec End-User Endpoint Security is okay. When comparing the price of this solution is not expensive."

"The prices fluctuate, but this year I think it was maybe around $12,000."

"Its price is reasonable."

"The pricing is good, very moderate, and the licensing is also good. It gives you more room to install a lot of endpoints and it even gives you the opportunity to install it on your mobile phone without any extra cost."

"Pricing and licensing for our country is very good. It's not that expensive and the endpoint security is very good. It's not as cheap as some others, but they are not as good."

"I rate the product's pricing a six out of ten."

"This is not the cheapest product and I know others that are most cost-effective, although it is difficult to compare because it depends on the features."

"The pricing is a little bit more expensive than other competitors, if you compare it to Kaspersky, for example, or McAfee."

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Top Industries

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Construction Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

11%

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Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

13%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

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Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	52

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Small Business	3
Large Enterprise	5

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Small Business	69
Midsize Enterprise	32
Large Enterprise	63

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

Bromium vSentry

Symantec EPP, Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP)

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.

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HP Wolf Security provides robust protection against malware and security threats by isolating untrusted content and offering a secure browsing experience. It combines high-performance protection with user-friendly operations, aiming to keep devices secure without hindering productivity.

HP Wolf Security focuses on preventing malware infections through content isolation. Its virtualized browser ensures high-risk activities do not lead to incidents by removing malware upon session closure. Features like LAVA alerts offer in-depth analysis, making management reporting more efficient. While adjustments are required for better Windows adaptation and broader browser support, it continues to offer significant security advantages. Compatibility challenges and resource usage during browsing and document tasks highlight areas for improvement.

What key features define HP Wolf Security?

Isolation Feature: Prevents malware infection by isolating untrusted content.
Secure Browser: Manages high-risk activities safely and removes threats post-session.
LAVA Alerts: Provides detailed analysis for enhanced management reporting.
Micro VM Protection: Office and PDF files are safely handled with reduced vulnerabilities.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Seamless Usability: Combines security with user-friendly operations.
Enhanced Protection: Reduces vulnerabilities across different file types.
Cost-effective Solution: Offers significant security features at a competitive price.
Management Efficiency: Improved reporting and analysis for better decision-making.

In the healthcare sector, HP Wolf Security assists in processing large imaging files efficiently, important for radiology departments. It offers an additional safety layer for laptops in dynamic environments and is pre-installed on many devices, functioning comparably to Norton 360 for comprehensive endpoint protection.

Symantec Endpoint Security is a comprehensive protection tool designed for antimalware and antivirus defense. Providing centralized management and smooth deployment, it effectively secures environments from small businesses to extensive networks.

Symantec Endpoint Security serves organizations by offering robust protection with features like rapid deployment and centralized management, critical for securing workstations and servers. While appreciated for efficient resource utilization and stable operation, some users report issues with virus detection and cumbersome updates. Pricing is often considered high. It is a popular choice among IT consultants, academic institutions, and service providers for its ability to manage broad and varied security needs efficiently.

What are the key features of Symantec Endpoint Security?

Centralized Management: Streamlines security operations for ease of handling across networks.
Malware and Antivirus Protection: Provides real-time threat detection and EDR capabilities.
Application and Device Control: Manages access and control policies effectively.
SONAR and IPS: Enhances proactive malware scanning and intrusion prevention.
Active Directory Integration: Supports seamless integration with existing systems.

What benefits should be considered when evaluating Symantec Endpoint Security?

Reliable Support: Offers assistance which, while helpful, can vary in effectiveness.
Advanced Reporting: Enables detailed security analysis, though customization is limited.
Efficient Resource Usage: Provides stable performance across platforms with minimal impact.
Proactive Scanning: Ensures threats are detected early, enhancing security measures.

In industries like academia and IT consulting, Symantec Endpoint Security fulfills specific needs for robust endpoint protection. Its centralized management and application control make it suitable for educational institutions managing large network systems, while service providers benefit from its flexible deployment options.

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CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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