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Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud vs Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Kaspersky Endpoint Security...
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
23rd
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
Ransomware Protection (8th)
Symantec Endpoint Detection...
Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
28th
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
30
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is 0.5%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
 

Featured Reviews

Zunair Aftab - PeerSpot reviewer
Security features excel while management tools face challenges
Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud has proven to be a robust and comprehensive solution for endpoint protection. So far, no major negative features have been observed. However, email security integration with Microsoft 365 has room for improvement. In a recent real-world incident, a company received 10 phishing emails, of which only three were blocked by the system. Enhancing detection accuracy to block 7 or more would significantly improve trust and effectiveness. With the on-premises version, there's a known issue where assigning a device to a new group results in it being auto-assigned back to the previous group. Fixing this bug would greatly streamline device management. Additionally, in the cloud version, once a device is assigned to a user, it cannot be reassigned without deleting the user or the device entirely. It would be far more user-friendly if the platform allowed simple reassignment or de-assignment, returning the device to an "unassigned" state. As for automated behavioral analysis, while current functionality is based on machine learning, upgrading to true AI-powered detection could bring substantial improvements. Ideally, the system should proactively flag potential threats, and offer administrators the option to either allow or block applications based on intelligent risk analysis
YusufAhmed - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to use and competitively priced
Honestly, the product needs to continue the way it is, and I feel that everything will be fine. I haven't had any reasons to complain about the product. The product doesn’t offer MDM functionality under its current licensing model. In the future, I want the product to offer MDM. It can allow me to manage my mobile device more efficiently and effectively. Currently, there is a need for a separate license to be added to Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response to be able to use the MDM part. If both are bundled up under the same license, the administration part can be made easier.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"We had the cloud suite of KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud, and its monitoring was fine."
"The most valuable component of the solution is the malware detection feature."
"In terms of software performance, it has been effective in providing good security."
"The platform's ability to update the database from my device and manage user profiles is quite effective."
"I find the EDR service valuable as it adds extra protection and provides a centralized view."
"Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a very good solution for endpoint protection."
"Kaspersky has a Cloud Discovery feature. There is no template in Kaspersky. They provide a temporary risk assessment of the cloud services. For example, if we want to block public storage services like OneDrive or Google Drive, we need to specify each individually. The main difference is that Kaspersky's process takes more time because it requires individual input."
"It is a powerful tool for zero-day attack prevention."
"I like Symantec EDR's device control and USB security features."
"I have had absolutely no problem with using this solution, it really works well."
"IPS and the user interface are good features."
"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is stable."
"The solution has great blocking features."
"The most valuable features of this product include network isolation for machines and the ability to work with a consistent and defined set of virtual machines."
"The solution is scalable."
"The solution does its job with no issues."
 

Cons

"The tool's update management can be better. In future releases, the addition of a DLP module would be valuable."
"The solution’s stability could be improved because we earlier faced an issue where the solution was not detecting file-less malware."
"While the product provides a good level of protection, we need better support, especially in terms of being kept informed about new threats and specific configurations needed."
"Kaspersky's cloud solution should be improved because the on-premises features are unavailable in the cloud."
"Certain shortcomings in the anti-ransomware part of the solution need improvement. XDR and MDR, along with threat hunting, a big step in cybersecurity today, need improvement."
"Its high CPU usage also slows down devices, particularly those with lower specifications like Core i3."
"One area where the product could be improved is in its delivery and installation process."
"Kaspersky's global ranking has been on the decline."
"The solution can always be more stable and more secure."
"One potential area for improvement in Symantec EDR is the reporting engine."
"The network forensics feature could be improved."
"It should be easier to deploy Symantec's client for end-users."
"It would be beneficial to have more integration and compatibility with other platforms."
"The solution needs to provide better integration."
"In the future, it would be nice to have playbooks in the tool, to allow for some of the common activities to be automated. For example, some of the scannings of the malware can be too manual for a specific device. Additionally, a vulnerability manager would be beneficial."
"It would be good if it can anticipate zero-day attacks. I don't know how it can be done and if it is even a feature of this product."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is moderately priced and cannot be considered an expensive or cheap tool."
"The platform is expensive."
"I find Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud more accessible in terms of pricing."
"The product’s price is flexible."
"The pricing is favorable, and there are no additional expenses associated with using the product."
"We had to pay an annual licensing fee for KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud."
"The product is averagely priced."
"Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a cost-effective solution."
"It's a yearly subscription."
"We have a yearly subscription, and the pricing is fair."
"It is an expensive solution."
"Compared to the tools of competitors, Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is a cheaply priced product."
"The product is cheap."
"Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response is expensive."
"We are satisfied with the pricing."
"The price is really high and it should be lower."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
19%
Computer Software Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Government
7%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
12%
Manufacturing Company
8%
University
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?
The product works perfectly to prevent malware in our organization.
What needs improvement with KasperskyEndpoint Security Cloud?
Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud has proven to be a robust and comprehensive solution for endpoint protection. So far, no major negative features have been observed. However, email security integr...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?
I am not aware of the pricing details, as that falls under the management's responsibility.
What needs improvement with Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response?
There are several areas where Symantec Endpoint Detection and Response can improve, including shell features, web control, asset management, and device control. Specifically, the application contro...
 

Overview

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