OpenText Core Endpoint Protection vs Symantec Endpoint Security comparison

OpenText and Broadcom are both solutions in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category. OpenText is ranked #35, while Broadcom is ranked #9 with an average rating of 6.9. OpenText holds a 1.7% mindshare in EPP, compared to Broadcom’s 3.7% mindshare. Additionally, 89% of OpenText users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 29, 2026

Symantec Endpoint Security and OpenText Core Endpoint Protection compete in cybersecurity. Symantec seems to have an advantage in feature robustness with strong device control and SONAR detection, while OpenText stands out with superior cloud integration, making it a worthy investment despite higher costs.

Features: Symantec Endpoint Security offers effective device control, strong anti-virus solutions, and enhanced intrusion prevention systems. It also has sophisticated AI features that reinforce security measures. OpenText Core Endpoint Protection benefits from a cloud-based approach, a lightweight agent, continuous integration, and easy management.

Room for Improvement: Symantec could improve anti-virus capabilities in ransomware handling and enhance USB control and deployment. OpenText could enhance reporting features, improve threat visibility, and offer better update and scanning control.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Symantec is primarily on-premises, considered limiting compared to OpenText's versatile cloud options. Symantec's customer service has mixed reviews, while OpenText is commended for consistent support.

Pricing and ROI: Symantec presents a reasonable pricing model with perceived good value, especially for larger organizations. Its ROI is satisfactory due to comprehensive protection. OpenText is deemed cost-effective, boasting lower per-agent costs and strong ROI due to its lightweight design and efficient threat management.

To learn more, read our detailed OpenText Core Endpoint Protection vs. Symantec Endpoint Security Report (Updated: June 2026).

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OpenText Core Endpoint Protection vs. Symantec Endpoint Security

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Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.9%, up from 3.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenText Core Endpoint Protection is 1.7%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec Endpoint Security is 3.7%, down from 3.8% 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	3.9%
Symantec Endpoint Security	3.7%
OpenText Core Endpoint Protection	1.7%
Other	90.7%

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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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vCIO At Grove Networks Inc. at a computer software company with 11-50 employees

Improving threat detection is critical for enhanced protection

We use Webroot Business Endpoint Protection as a NextGen antivirus solution for our clients. It's included in the contract we have with our clients as a cost-effective option for antivirus protection Webroot Business Endpoint Protection is cost-effective for rolling it out to all of our clients,…

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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

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

Pros

"It's very stable. I've never experienced downtime for the ASM console or ASM core."

"From the Palo Alto side, whatever they buy, they integrate that really well into their integration suite, and that makes a massive difference."

"Cortex XDR features advanced threat detection capabilities."

"When the pandemic started, Palo Alto came up with many solutions, which helped with the quick shift from on-premises to the cloud."

"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."

"The most valuable feature of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is its machine-learning capabilities. Additionally, there is full integration with other solutions."

"Cortex XDR's most valuable feature is its intelligence-based dashboards."

"Based on my experience, I would recommend Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks to other people."

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"The feature we found most valuable is the AI functionality for maintaining endpoint security, which is very powerful and has been useful over the last year."

"They have a lot of features integrated from way back, which shows that the product developers know exactly what they're doing."

"Webroot pioneered integration of novel concepts in endpoint protection."

"The most valuable aspect of the solution is the fact that it is a low profile environment as far as overhead on the machines."

"I rate the initial setup phase a ten on a scale of one to ten, where one is difficult, and ten is easy."

"This is a great solution - it helped us a lot without business and improved the security we're offering to our customers."

"It is very light, it is the only solution that can be installed on a machine that already has an antivirus, and it is a pretty complete solution."

"The solution has many features. It is very easy to define and set the policies based on the user groups, it does not take up a lot of resources in operation, and has provided us with a good track record of protection."

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"One great benefit is we do not need to activate a license for every endpoint."

"Endpoint Security has helped us manage threats and malware; we saw the benefits immediately, and it made our threat response faster and more secure."

"The solution, especially in older versions, is quite stable."

"The product has been quite stable."

"The valuable features are device control, SONOR, and anti-virus."

"Scalability."

"Symantec, as an antivirus solution, makes things far better on the management and the vulnerability scanning sides."

"Symantec Antivirus is a good anti-virus software with a very good scanning engine, an awesome-looking user interface, and very professional live support."

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Cons

"I have faced some issues with Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks; there is room for improvement in the sense that certain options prevent us from seeing and segregating data."

"It is a complex solution to implement."

"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 only issues that we have are, one the cost, two the dashboard is not very intuitive, even though you can drill down within the dashboard, we usually have to gather information from other sources to determine locations and if its a false positive."

"It automatically detects security issues. It should be able to protect our network devices while operating autonomously."

"The downside to the solution is that there are a large number of false positives."

"I think sometimes Cortex XDR agent automatically stops event capturing from the device, and then even the dashboard does not get any notifications from the agent."

"Cortex XDR could improve its sales support team, including better commission structures and referral programs."

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"Webroot Business Endpoint Protection needs to focus on how they can widen their area of scope by not just being an antivirus tool anymore. The shortcoming in the customization area of the tool needs improvement."

"This product has room for improvement to display a more detailed representation of the problem when a virus is or isn't stopped."

"Webroot Business Endpoint Protection needs to improve its ability to detect threats."

"Tech support needs to be improved. If we have an issue, and we don't have an issue very often, trying to get support's attention is a really difficult endeavor."

"Webroot used to be really good when they first came out, but now they've completely fallen behind, sadly."

"The console spins up relatively slowly, and some of the configuration items are obscure (e.g., reporting back one time per day is a default setting) and need to be tweaked."

"We were attacked by CryptoLock. It didn't protect us in the way we needed to and an attack was able to get through their defenses."

"I think the one bad point about this product is that we did not find a way for Webroot to generate reports or schedule automatic reports to be sent to clients."

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"Using Symantec for application control has been hectic, so I use Carbon Black to do the lockdown."

"It needs to die."

"Sometimes, the client gets frustrated because this is a security component, and they want to resolve the issue as soon as possible."

"We wanted to reach technical support but it was a very complicated process."

"I would like things to be cheaper in the next release, although I cannot say which specific function I am referencing."

"The management of the server is a bit complex."

"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."

"The EDR options are costlier than other products."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

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

"The tool's price is moderate."

"In terms of the cost Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is very expensive because we are a Mexican company and when you translate dollars to pesos the cost is very high. The solution is very expensive for Mexican companies. I understand that they have international prices, but I do not think it offsets the price enough for many companies in countries, such as Mexico. The amount it is reduced is not a massive percentage."

"It has a yearly renewal."

"I did PoCs on products called Cylance and CrowdStrike. Although, I consider these products and they were also good, when it come to cost and budgetary factors, Traps has been proven to be better than the other two products. It is quite cost-effective and delivers all the entire solution which we require."

"I am using the Community edition."

"I feel it is fairly priced."

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"The pricing is high."

"Webroot is less expensive than SentinelOne."

"Work on a price tier plan."

"The solution is pretty cheap, actually. At our level, which is at 2,500 endpoints, we're paying 87 cents an agent per month."

"It is relatively cheap."

"I think the price is fairly reasonable. I was really prepared to pay more, but the price is fine."

"We evaluate other options using multiple choices, best value, management and functionality."

"We are on an annual subscription for the use of Webroot Business Endpoint Protection."

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"What we have paid for this product is good value for the work and the services that they are providing to us."

"The pricing was one of the factors that led us to choose this product."

"Each annual client license is around 1200 or 1600 INR."

"Symantec Endpoint Security's pricing is okay. It is cheaper compared to other products."

"It's pretty awesome price-wise. That's why we give it to most of our clients. It isn't very expensive. Compared to Cisco AMP, which is very expensive, its price is okay. It's also cheaper than Malwarebytes."

"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 as per the environment. If all the features are there, there will be a cost for them. There were no additional costs for me. Support and other things were included in the pricing."

"When comparing this solution to others in the current market it is expensive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

12%

Financial Services Firm

10%

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

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Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	54

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Small Business	35
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	2

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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

Webroot SecureAnywhere Business Endpoint Protection

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.

Palo Alto Networks

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection offers cloud-managed endpoint security with AI integration, providing real-time protection and lightweight performance. It ensures low system impact, seamless cloud integration, and cost-effective security solutions for various devices.

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection is a comprehensive endpoint security platform utilized by managed-service providers for antivirus and firewall functionality across servers, workstations, and mobile devices. It employs AI for robust threat detection, integrating with cloud applications for real-time updates. Multi-layered security features include malware protection, network defense, and DNS protection. Although connectivity and threat reporting need improvement, this platform extensively supports remote device management and integrates efficiently with Active Directory policies.

What are the key features of OpenText Core Endpoint Protection?

Cloud Management: Centralized admin console for easy oversight
AI Integration: Enhanced threat detection capabilities
Lightweight Performance: Minimal impact on system resources
Real-time Threat Database: Constant updates for effective protection
Web Control Interface: Monitors and controls web traffic

What benefits are associated with OpenText Core Endpoint Protection?

Ease of Setup and Maintenance: Facilitates quick deployment and upkeep
Seamless Cloud Integration: Simplifies scalability and operation
Cost-Effectiveness: Affordable pricing with comprehensive features
Mobile Security Capabilities: Supports remote device management

OpenText Core Endpoint Protection finds application in industries requiring stringent data protection and peace of mind over device security. Managed-service providers implement this for comprehensive antivirus and firewall features, safeguarding multi-device networks. It is particularly useful for DNS protection and integrating with Active Directory policies, enabling secure yet flexible operations across sectors.

OpenText

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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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

Mytech Partners

Audio Visual Dynamics, Red Deer Advocate, Asia Pacific Telecom Co. Ltd., Kibbutz Ein Gedi, and AMETEK, Inc.

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