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Microsoft BitLocker vs Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft BitLocker
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
66
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (1st)
Wave Systems Safend Data Pr...
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
9th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (55th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Mobile Data Protection category, the mindshare of Microsoft BitLocker is 20.4%, down from 40.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite is 6.6%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Data Protection Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft BitLocker20.4%
Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite6.6%
Other73.0%
Mobile Data Protection
 

Featured Reviews

MK
Engineer Ii - Design at Tektekies
Integration streamlines security management and supports both cloud and on-premises environments
Microsoft BitLocker implementation requires careful consideration. When any BIOS change occurs, Microsoft BitLocker activates because it detects a potential vulnerability, which is its intended function. Since BIOS updates are necessary periodically, it is crucial that whoever implements Microsoft BitLocker knows how to recover the key, especially when dealing with important devices such as a CEO's laptop. The implementation process is straightforward, and it operates in the background. Once initiated, it continues to function even if the computer is turned off. It proceeds without user notification, which is beneficial. The progress can be monitored along with other relevant information.
it_user116502 - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Expert at a financial services firm with 5,001-10,000 employees
I like the device control. This solution helps us manage risk. Re-installation kills machines. To remove a machine, you have to perform a full reimage.
The most valuable feature is device control This solution helps us manage risk. I would like to see a better upgrade path and process. There are no major issues with the product, but there are major issues with the local reseller and their ability to support us. We have been using this solution…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"With BitLocker I guarantee the protection of the disk and the configuration is transparent to the user."
"I could advise any company to then deploy Microsoft BitLocker, first of all, because the product is free and the end user's computer performance is not affected."
"From my point of view, Microsoft is much easier than McAfee; it is easy to deploy and integrate with Active Directory, and you have much more integration capabilities than McAfee."
"Whole Disk Encryption is great. BitLocker runs seamlessly during boot up."
"The solution's most valuable feature is that it is simple to deploy and manage."
"It holds significant value as it reduces the need for extensive IT management to handle security across networks and environments"
"It is an encryption tool and provides security."
"The product is stable."
"The most valuable feature is device control."
 

Cons

"The solution could improve by having a centralized GUI for management."
"They should offer better login capabilities that are more secure."
"The product could be improved by simplifying the implementation process and the integration between Active Directory and BitLocker could be better."
"I often have to make multiple attempts to log in."
"The disc may be damaged; we can lose information."
"I would like to be able to encrypt our cloud tenancy."
"It comes only with the Windows Ultimate and Enterprise editions, so the users who use other editions cannot use this tool."
"The migration itself is a nightmare."
"Once the solution is installed, it cannot be installed again without killing machines."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"BitLocker is already in Windows 10 and its price has already been "paid"."
"Microsoft BitLocker is a free feature when you are using Microsoft solutions."
"The price of this solution should be more competitive."
"We can activate the product at no cost."
"We already use Microsoft products, and Microsoft BitLocker is an add-on product that is free of cost for us."
"The solution’s pricing is reasonable."
"The solution is priced low. I would rate the product's pricing one out of ten."
"BitLocker is included in our license and doesn't cost us anything extra."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
9%
University
9%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business35
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise25
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Questions from the Community

What should one take into account when replacing PGP with Microsoft BitLocker?
Beware to make backup of useful data, then use reverse decryption policy from Symantec panel/McAfee ePO to decrypt the DE partitions while it is sometimes more straightforward and faster to reinsta...
Would you choose Microsoft BitLocker or McAfee Complete Data Protection?
Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive encryption and successfully fulfills regulatory needs in terms of data protection....
How does Microsoft BitLocker compare with Symantec Endpoint Encryption?
Microsoft BitLocker is very intuitive and easy to maintain. It is basically the global standard solution for drive encryption and it successfully fulfills regulatory needs in terms of data protecti...
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Also Known As

BitLocker, MS BitLocker
Safend Data Protection Suite
 

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Sample Customers

ACV, Proaxis Therapy, Choice Hotels International, adnymics GmbH, Intermedia, NMBS/SNCB
National Health Service (NHS) Wales
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