Lookout vs Trellix Endpoint Security Platform comparison

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Lookout and Trellix are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. Lookout is ranked #49 with an average rating of 7.0, while Trellix is ranked #8 with an average rating of 7.9. Lookout holds a 0.8% mindshare in EDR, compared to Trellix’s 2.9% mindshare. Additionally, 75% of Lookout users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of Trellix users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 22, 2026

Both Trellix Endpoint Security Platform and Lookout operate in the cybersecurity space, with Trellix standing out due to its comprehensive feature set and threat intelligence, while Lookout is preferred for its mobile security capabilities. Trellix is viewed favorably for pricing and support, but Lookout's mobile protection offers a distinct advantage for clients needing mobile security.

Features: Trellix offers comprehensive threat intelligence, endpoint detection, and a wide range of security protocols. Lookout is focused on mobile risk detection, data leakage prevention, and mobile security features. Trellix provides extensive platform coverage, whereas Lookout specializes in mobile-focused solutions.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Trellix manages complex deployments and requires considerable resources, offering detailed support and extensive documentation. Lookout is known for quick, streamlined deployment with efficient customer service focused on resolving issues promptly. Trellix supports complex deployments, and Lookout supports mobile settings.

Pricing and ROI: Trellix has higher setup costs, but its broad feature set promises long-term ROI through comprehensive protection. Lookout offers competitive pricing to businesses prioritizing mobile security, with an attractive ROI by mitigating mobile threats. While Trellix may require a larger initial investment, Lookout's pricing appeals to enterprises focused on mobile protection.

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Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.6%, down from 3.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Lookout is 0.8%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trellix Endpoint Security Platform is 2.9%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.6%
Trellix Endpoint Security Platform	2.9%
Lookout	0.8%
Other	92.7%

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Featured Reviews

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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David Baynton

IT Manager at NHS Trust

Enhanced mobile security with visibility into app and website usage, but installation challenges remain

We use Lookout for mobile devices, such as phones It has reduced our risk around mobile devices. I like the security features and being able to see what apps and websites people are using. There is nothing we have come across that we've desired. We have been using Lookout for one year. The…

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AmitKumar22

Product Manager at Frontier Business systems

Strong endpoint protection has simplified compliance and reduced effort for large user environments

One of the best features of Trellix Endpoint Security Platform is its endpoint security, and I have been using it for the last four and a half to five years, so I can say this is one of the best EDR endpoint security solutions I have ever seen. The features that make Trellix Endpoint Security Platform stand out for me are ease of use and analytics, which I really appreciate the most. Trellix Endpoint Security Platform positively impacts my organization, ensuring we are compliant with SOC 2, HIPAA, and all other compliance requirements, so there are no issues with that.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"Since using Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, our MTTR has reduced, which means the mean time to resolve any ticket has been reduced."

"They have a new GUI which is just fantastic."

"After deploying Traps, we saw the performance of the network improve by 65 to 70 percent."

"The normal protection was really effective, and we detected situations that if we didn't have Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, it's highly likely that we would have been affected, but it protected the infrastructure."

"We can visualize and control the activities in the environment from anywhere."

"Automation and playbooks have helped me significantly, as Cortex Xnor's playbooks predefine the workflow of the automation, such as response processes, alert triggering, and enriching the context, efficiently detecting and blocking malicious attacks with firewalls while eliminating workload and speeding responses for next-generation operations."

"The best feature of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is that it collects logs from different sections such as the endpoint, the network, and the cloud, making it easy to investigate alerts, collect some of the investigation packages related to the infected machines, and provide live response."

"Palo Alto Networks Traps improves our security posture and lowers risk by providing next-gen methods to combat against modern threats on all the major platforms."

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"The most valuable features are the antivirus as a whole, the anti-malware, and all of the protection features that scan our enterprise devices."

"We have not had any issues with bugs or breakdowns."

"The protection offered by the product is the most valuable feature. It detects vulnerabilities or traps on our users' phones and then prompts them to clean up their devices. Tools we used previously would only discover, which required us to gather information on the backend, so Lookout is a welcome upgrade."

"The solution is good and we always recommend."

"FireEye Endpoint Security's scalability is awesome. I think it is one of the best on that front."

"McAfee Endpoint Protection is a good product that's easy to administer and provides endpoint protection for desktops, laptops, and servers, including anti-virus, anti-malware, anti-spam, DLP, and encryption."

"The solution provides good mobile device protection and it's great that it's on the cloud."

"I have found the most valuable features to be the ability to manage the solution from anywhere and having an overview of the companies security."

"The centralized management of the solution is valuable since we are a diverse organization."

"McAfee has helped our organization by keeping all of our computer systems secure from viruses or other intrusions."

"It has a feature called Isolation. If a device is compromised, we can connect it to our SOC, and no one would be able to access it. This way we can limit the damage to the network while we are investigating."

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Cons

"If Palo Alto reduces the pricing slightly for their products, it would make them more scalable in markets such as India and globally for cybersecurity."

"The connection to the internet has not performed as expected."

"It's very time-consuming to log support issues and the people that answer the tickets aren't very knowledgeable."

"Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR does not detect malicious activity like in other anti-virus solutions like Trend Micro and Windows with Cisco."

"In an upcoming release, the solution could improve by proving hard disk encryption. If it could support this it would be a complete solution."

"The solution could improve by providing better integration with their own products and others."

"There's room for improvement with Mac device installations, which can be challenging."

"This product has not improved my organization - in fact, we are in the process of moving back to another product as a result of Cortex's horrible impact on system performance."

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"From the analysis that we've done, they do seem to be maybe a step behind in trying to enter the market with a new solution. But when they do pick up, they do come out with some good products."

"The initial setup requires a little bit of experience with configuration."

"We just submitted an enhancement request reflecting the main area we want to see improvement in; the APIs. Currently, we're able to build dashboards, but it's somewhat backward because we use our MDM API to create them. Lookout should provide API to customers so we can query our data and use it in our cloud, and this is the only outstanding area for improvement with the product right now."

"The software download features could stand improvement."

"MVISION Endpoint is only compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 2016 and above. If I were using a Linux operating system, I would not be able to use MVISION Endpoint."

"I think Trellix Endpoint Security Platform needs to expand its sales team in India as they have very few sales team members to capture the market."

"We have had some of our clients not happy with McAfee Endpoint Security because it blocks some of the applications they are trying to use. They should make it easier to unblock applications."

"The solution needs to work on memory consumption. It is too high."

"The main area for improvement is the integration with Microsoft Windows Hello, which includes Face ID or fingerprint-based authentication. Currently, they don't support either, so users have to type in the username and password."

"The vendor should simplify the way they bundle the products because it's very hard to explain to customers what products contain which features."

"The VirusScan needs to improve in order to detect ransomware and other advanced threats."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I feel it is fairly priced."

"The pricing is okay, although direct support can be expensive."

"Cortex XDR’s pricing is very reasonable."

"This is an expensive solution."

"If one wishes to work with another team or large number of users at a future point, he must purchase a license for them."

"Its pricing is kind of in line with its competitors and everybody else out there."

"We didn't have to pay any additional fee for the cloud instance. It just came with the renewal, which was nice."

"Every customer has to pay for a license because it doesn't work with what you get from a managed services provider."

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"Lookout is definitely on the lower end when it comes to price point and that seems to be the only differentiator. The technology is in place in this space and it's really about who is coming in at the better price point now."

"The pricing is fair; it's comparable to our previous solution, and we carried out multiple POCs and POVs (proof of value). The product is worth the money we pay for it."

"Annual license fee is good"

"The current pricing is much better than before because they now offer product-related promotions along with some changes in product licensing. The new pricing model is better than before."

"I am happy with the pricing."

"The pricing is great and licensing fees are billed on a yearly basis."

"They should reduce the cost or make it free, open-source software."

"I do licensing on an annual basis and this is what I always recommend to my clients over the monthly option."

"Licensing fees are paid yearly."

"The solution is not an expensive tool. Compared to other options, it's mostly average-priced. I've deployed it for customers ranging from 100 nodes to over 5,000 nodes. Its renewal prices are very low, and it offers both perpetual and subscription licenses. With a perpetual license, the product will keep working as long as it's not end-of-life, which benefits companies."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Construction Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

12%

Construction Company

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Government

Outsourcing Company

14%

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Manufacturing Company

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	47
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	55

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Small Business	2
Large Enterprise	5

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Small Business	68
Midsize Enterprise	39
Large Enterprise	67

Questions from the Community

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How is Cortex XDR compared with Microsoft Defender?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Lookout?

The pricing is a little expensive. We are currently looking at comparisons with other solutions, including Umbrella.

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What needs improvement with Lookout?

There is nothing we have come across that we've desired.

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What is your primary use case for Lookout?

We use Lookout for mobile devices, such as phones.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for McAfee Endpoint Security?

I don't have visibility on pricing because it is negotiated by a different team, as I look after the technical side.

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Comparisons

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

Cortex XSIAM vs Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks

Compared 3% of the time

TrendAI Vision One vs Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks

Compared 2% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

VirusTotal vs Lookout

Compared 3% of the time

Group-IB Threat Intelligence vs Lookout

Compared 3% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

CipherCloud

McAfee Endpoint Security, McAfee Endpoint Protection, Intel Security Total Protection for Endpoint, McAfee Complete Endpoint Protection, Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS)

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.

Palo Alto Networks

Lookout offers a mobile EDR solution that uniquely addresses the challenges of iOS and Android security, providing comprehensive threat defense and visibility.

By utilizing AI-driven security and behavioral analysis, Lookout identifies and mitigates mobile threats before they escalate. Lookout's mobile threat defense system is tailored for modern risks, protecting employee devices from social engineering attacks such as phishing and smishing. It bridges the gap between mobile and traditional endpoint security, ensuring secure mobile productivity through the world's largest mobile security data set.

What are the key features of Lookout?

AI-Driven Threat Detection: Uses AI to identify and neutralize threats proactively.
Comprehensive Mobile Security: Protects against mobile malware, and network threats.
Behavioral Analysis: Evaluates device activities to detect anomalies and potential threats.
Advanced Social Engineering Defense: Guards against phishing, smishing, and other social engineering tactics.
Risk Alignment: Integrates mobile risk assessment with traditional endpoint security.

What benefits should users expect?

Enhanced Security: Ensures robust protection against emerging mobile threats.
Improved Visibility: Provides real-time insights for effective risk management.
Increased Productivity: Enables secure access to mobile apps and data.
AI-Powered Protection: Delivers smarter and faster threat detection.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces the need for multiple security solutions.

Lookout is widely implemented across industries like finance, healthcare, and government due to its ability to secure sensitive data on mobile platforms. Financial institutions value its proactive threat detection, healthcare providers rely on its compliance capabilities, and government agencies trust its robust defense against sophisticated attacks. Lookout helps organizations maintain security while enabling mobile productivity.

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Trellix Endpoint Security Platform offers essential features like centralized management, threat prevention, and encryption, facilitating seamless scaling and integration with other systems while prioritizing user security.

This comprehensive platform focuses on endpoint protection, antivirus capabilities, and malware defense. It enhances cybersecurity with data loss prevention, advanced threat detection, and AI-driven features for reliable protection without impacting performance. Central management and advanced reporting streamline integration and ease of use. Flexible policy deployment through the management console and its robust security measures, such as DLP and device control, further increase protection. Challenges include high CPU and memory usage affecting performance, a complex interface, and lengthy deployment. Third-party integration and Windows Hello support need improvement. Additional concerns involve improved threat detection and faster technical support responses.

What are the key features of Trellix Endpoint Security Platform?

Centralized Management: Allows seamless integration and scaling with consistent control across environments.
Threat Prevention: Provides comprehensive antivirus and malware protection to secure systems.
Encryption: Ensures data security with robust encryption techniques.
Advanced Reporting: Facilitates detailed insights and analysis for better decision-making.
AI-Driven Detection: Offers reliable threat detection without impacting system performance.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Comprehensive Protection: Offers extensive security measures for protecting digital environments.
Ease of Integration: Simplifies the process of incorporating into current systems and processes.
Flexible Policy Deployment: Supports adaptable policy management to meet diverse requirements.
Scalability: Enables growth while maintaining efficiency and security.
Robust Security Features: Provides advanced security measures like DLP and device control.

Trellix Endpoint Security Platform is widely implemented in industries such as banking and government for securing mobile and desktop devices. Its capabilities cover network security, device control, and remote access protection, catering to diverse environments by offering robust cybersecurity management against advanced threats.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

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