Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs Symantec Data Loss Prevention comparison

Netwrix and Broadcom are both solutions in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category. Netwrix is ranked #14 with an average rating of 8.5, while Broadcom is ranked #5 with an average rating of 8.9. Netwrix holds a 1.8% mindshare in DLP, compared to Broadcom’s 3.9% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Netwrix users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 8, 2026

Symantec Data Loss Prevention and Netwrix Endpoint Protector compete in the data loss prevention category. Symantec appears to have an upper hand with its advanced machine learning capabilities and comprehensive network DLP solution.

Features: Symantec Data Loss Prevention offers robust network protection features, advanced machine learning for document classification, and comprehensive endpoint and encryption support. Netwrix Endpoint Protector provides flexible device control, strong multi-platform support including Linux and macOS, and content-aware protection.

Room for Improvement: Symantec faces challenges with its complexity and Oracle database dependency, needing better false positive reduction and support for remote environments like RDP. Netwrix requires enhancements in Linux integration and interface intuitiveness, with its policy engine needing increased granularity.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Symantec Data Loss Prevention is typically on-premises, integrating with hybrid clouds, but has mixed technical support reviews post-Broadcom acquisition. Netwrix Endpoint Protector provides flexible deployment options, receiving positive feedback for ease of management and support responsiveness.

Pricing and ROI: Symantec's high pricing, linked to Oracle database requirements, can be prohibitive for smaller firms, though it delivers ROI in enhanced data security and reduced incident responses. Netwrix offers a more budget-friendly alternative, appealing to smaller organizations, and is praised for its reasonable cost relative to features and provided value.

To learn more, read our detailed Netwrix Endpoint Protector vs. Symantec Data Loss Prevention Report (Updated: August 2026).

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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 Netwrix Endpoint Protector is 1.8%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Data Loss Prevention is 3.9%, down from 5.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Symantec Data Loss Prevention	3.9%
Netwrix Endpoint Protector	1.8%
Cloudflare One	2.0%
Other	92.3%

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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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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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Abhishek Sawant

System Manager at Randstad

Has strengthened data protection across departments and supported continuous monitoring

In future updates of Symantec Data Loss Prevention, I would like to see improvements based on the many attacks happening around the world. They can improve their product and the features mainly to focus on how we can prevent that data within the organization, over the cloud, whatever it is, as that is important.

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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

"It is a stable solution."

"The capabilities of the software are strong enough for me to do what it's supposed to do. For me, we don't need to do a lot of configuration on our site. We just enable it and monitor it."

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

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform removes the risk of exposing the applications to the public."

"The blocking feature is very good."

"The simplicity of the solution is its valuable features as almost no effort was needed to learn the configurations. It is also one of the cheapest firewalls available in this category."

"Cloudflare Access is part of the Zero Trust philosophy."

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

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"The role-based access features for the teams that administer it is good."

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

"All of the features are effective, but the highlight feature of the product was the data layer inspection. When we talk about a DLP product, data packet inspection is very important. Securing data at rest is easy, but securing data in transit is challenging. We used it comprehensively to secure end drives, data transfers, secure hard drives, and end-user machines. It proved monumental in our operations."

"It is easy to manage the DLP between MacOS and Linux."

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

"There are a lot of features, but the main feature is that I can use a device serial number to unlock any particular machine or for all machines. If I have a phone, like a Samsung phone, I can whitelist that specific phone for full access wherever it is plugged into any of our devices. This is the same with a USB, because most USBs come in bulk and have the same serial number. I can then whitelist that particular USB to be read-write with full access."

"The versatility in terms of exit points and making sure that important data doesn't leave our organization is something that I find extremely useful."

"Compared to a lot of the USB management systems out there, Endpoint Protector is the only one that comes with true USB management and the DLP side of it. I'm pretty impressed because I've used several solutions with DLP and USB management, and I've never seen granularity like this solution has."

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"Initially, when we checked out quite a few products, like Trend Micro, we found this product to be the most user-friendly."

"There's only one policy needed to implement for all channels."

"This is a good solution for us and I would recommend it."

"DLP's most valuable feature is that it's more granular in terms of creating block-based policies, which gives you more options to create policies in a filtered way."

"Symantec Data Loss Prevention has proprietary metadata and is well-suited for endpoint-level security."

"It can prevent copying and encoding of HTTP data to various sites like Google, and Webex."

"The product's deployment phase was easy."

"The solution is definitely scalable."

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Cons

"Automation could be improved where you can easily add a TLS and SSL certificate to an application or web app if the developer did not include it."

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

"The initial onboarding was causing us some confusion."

"There are premium tier live service and lower tier live service, so we opted for the lower tier. But there is no medium tier where we pay a little extra and get a bit more service. So if that can be improved."

"Our subscription plan for the solution has a limitation of bot signatures."

"When there are any dynamic changes in complex applications, the tool takes a lot of time, making its analytics-related area a major matter of concern where improvements are needed."

"Operating and tuning the product is difficult."

"Feedback could be enhanced."

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"Because it is only an Endpoint Protector at this point in time, it does not have a network DLP component. There's only an endpoint DLP component. In the future, it would be good if a network DLP component could be embedded and extended to have network DLP capabilities."

"When you want to uninstall and reinstall, there are a lot of issues. You have to do a lot of workarounds to reinstall Endpoint Protector. This is a major issue that we have constantly because we still have old systems with XP. While there are only very few, we need to run them because there are machines attached that only run on XP. When we need to uninstall and reinstall on XP or Windows 10, we have serious issues left in the Registry Editor everywhere. There is a lot of manual interference to get the reinstallation to work. For the uninstallation of Endpoint Protector, they need to work on this so it doesn't leave any leftovers behind."

"The policy engine could use a bit of work. It's somewhat lacking in terms of the granularity of the policies that you can create."

"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 need to uninstall and reinstall on XP or Windows 10, we have serious issues left in the Registry Editor everywhere."

"Not all the policies applied to the Linux clients were as effective as those for Mac and Windows."

"One of the areas where there is room for improvement is support. It takes time for them to respond."

"Frankly speaking, I'm not happy with the product."

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"Different departments should manage administration, reporting, normalization and incident management."

"It's not a scalable product. It only works on the Windows platform."

"The product must provide data encryption."

"Symantec doesn't necessarily catch things that are happening in the DLP features such as someone attempting credit card fraud."

"In the object capture recognition, which we implemented recently, there are a lot of false positives that have been happening."

"There should be more documentation with Symantec Data Loss Prevention. We had trouble with the first few deployments."

"Sometimes setting up the solution can get a little tricky because it would depend on your internal infrastructure. For example, you have to connect the Symantec Data Loss Prevention platform and you need to integrate it, so that could make the process somewhat difficult."

"The product's technical support services need improvement."

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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."

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

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"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."

"The solution is not that expensive."

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

"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."

"Pricing is quite reasonable. For smaller organizations, it lets them get into the product domain, whereas a lot of vendors won't even talk to them. CoSoSys is just about at that sweet spot of being serious enough that you have to budget for it, but at the same time, affordable enough that the value is well worth it."

"We found the pricing pretty attractive. However, volume-based pricing wasn't available."

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

"For what it's doing, the cost is somewhat high for us, but it's the cost of doing business with the clients that we have."

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

"The minimum number of licenses they sell is 50 or 150 users."

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

"The pricing depends on the customers."

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"The product is high-priced."

"The solution's pricing is based on a license model."

"The tool's licensing costs are yearly."

"From what I know the pricing is good, it's not too expensive. If you negotiate you can get a good price."

"The pricing is competitive and not pricey. We also receive corporate discounts."

"The platform is not very expensive. I rate its pricing an eight out of ten."

"The pricing is reasonable."

"For pricing, I rate Symantec DLP an eight out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

12%

Construction Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

17%

Comms Service Provider

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

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Company Size

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Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	12

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	7

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Small Business	23
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	30

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Symantec DLP

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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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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Symantec Data Loss Prevention provides comprehensive coverage across networks and endpoints with centralized management and advanced policy capabilities, ensuring robust data protection and compliance.

Symantec Data Loss Prevention delivers a wide range of advanced features aimed at safeguarding data from unauthorized access and preventing data leakage across endpoints, emails, and networks. It offers comprehensive data classification, detection with high accuracy, and smooth integration with encryption tools. The centralized management console and enterprise-level segmentation facilitate seamless data security management across diverse environments. However, enhancements are needed in user-friendliness, system integration, and setup complexity. Dependency on Oracle databases increases costs, and improvements in reporting, management console usability, false positive reduction, and endpoint OCR functionality are advised.

What are the key features of Symantec Data Loss Prevention?

Network and Endpoint Coverage: Ensures data security across all channels with consistent policies.
Advanced Policy Management: Allows application of a single policy for all platforms.
Data Classification: Robust methods classify sensitive data efficiently.
Detection Accuracy: Exceptional precision in identifying data threats.
OCR Capabilities: Noteworthy optical character recognition for document analysis.
Centralized Management: Unified console for streamlined data protection administration.
Machine Learning: Utilizes AI for enhanced threat detection.

What benefits should users expect from Symantec Data Loss Prevention?

Data Security: Protects sensitive data from unauthorized access.
Compliance Assurance: Supports regulatory and industry compliance requirements.
Customizable Reporting: Tailored reports for specific organizational needs.
Efficient Monitoring: Enables thorough monitoring and policy enforcement.
Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly integrates with existing encryption solutions.

Finance and telecom industries specifically implement Symantec Data Loss Prevention to secure sensitive information and protect intellectual property. It aids in addressing internal security concerns, ensuring compliance, and adapting to complex environments through content discovery and policy enforcement.

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Sample Customers

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Samsung, Toyota, Philips, Zeppelin, Western Union, eBay

Hadassah University Hospital, Her Majestys Government (HMG), United Kingdom, Hitachi Consulting Software Services India Pvt Ltd., Hua Nan Bank, Hyundai Department Store Group,JW Marriott Hotel Seoul, Lake Health, McCann Erickson Israel, Molina Healthcare Inc., PGi, Quilvest Switzerland Limited, State of Nevada Public Employees Benefits Program, Symantec Corporation (Enterprise Security), The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust, The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust (DLP), The Saudi Industrial Property Authority, TSO cloud, Visa, Yunnan Power Grid Company

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