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Sophos SafeGuard vs Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite comparison

 

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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

Sophos SafeGuard
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
2nd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
44
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (4th)
Wave Systems Safend Data Pr...
Ranking in Mobile Data Protection
8th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.3
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) (52nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Mobile Data Protection category, the mindshare of Sophos SafeGuard is 16.1%, up from 9.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite is 6.6%, up from 1.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Mobile Data Protection Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Sophos SafeGuard16.1%
Wave Systems Safend Data Protection Suite6.6%
Other77.3%
Mobile Data Protection
 

Featured Reviews

OA
Head of IT at a tech company with 201-500 employees
Integrated security features ensure seamless protection and inspire long-term trust
The reason why I went for Sophos SafeGuard is that it's got every function that I would need for an antivirus or system protection, and another thing that Sophos has done that makes it even more important for me is the synchronized security. There is a policy on my firewall that restricts any system that synchronizes with the endpoint working on all my servers and workstations, and if any system is found to be infected, because it synchronizes with the firewall, the rules drop the packet and alert the IT administrator. Until that system is checked and cleaned, there is no internet access for that system, which alone is a game changer for me. Those developers at Sophos are very innovative, and I don't think they need to improve anything because they are thousands of steps ahead. Before I can think of any feature that should be added, it's already there, and all I get is just a notification that this feature is available, to give it a try and let them know if it is something I want to add. You must understand that every feature comes with a price, not for free. The more features I add, the additions are based on the need; if it's not needed, I am not going to add them.
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

"The setup process is straightforward and takes around 20 minutes to an hour to complete."
"The features that I have found most valuable are encryption tools that encrypt the hard disk and the USB sticks."
"The product filters phishing emails."
"I like its ease of use the most. The management console is really nice. I like having one pane of glass that does everything. It does the Sophos anti-virus and encryption. Everything that you need is in one place. It is easy to use, and it is also pretty fast. It provides some pretty good details, and it lets you know who has access to a file. You can also add additional people to the encrypted documents, which is pretty good. Its stability and performance are also very good."
"The user experience and the quality of the features are good."
"I like the support most of all."
"SafeGuard's best feature is its stability."
"Sophos SafeGuard is very easy to implement, and the connection for remote users is beneficial."
"The most valuable feature is device control."
 

Cons

"You have to pay extra for some additional features, like data extraction. It would be nice if everything was available in one bundle."
"Having a DLP integrated with the encryption engine would be very good."
"The security does not have 100% authentication."
"We purchased the solution in Ghana through a rep who has not been helpful. The company doesn't provide any support, we do everything in-house."
"Sometimes, when the product has a firmware upgrade, we encounter implementation problems, which can delay the connection and require a reset and reinstallation. It has been a persistent issue with Sophos SafeGuard."
"When you compare Sophos SafeGuard to Palo Alto and other enterprise firewalls solutions, Sophos doesn't have the same market."
"Sophos could improve transparency around licensing and renewal costs. Unexpected costs have arisen during license renewals, impacting our budget planning."
"I would like to see a support-cloud, where Sophos creates a single package that contains all of its products."
"Once the solution is installed, it cannot be installed again without killing machines."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"I rate Sophos SafeGuard's pricing a five out of ten."
"We have a yearly license with Sophos which is around $1000-$1200 or so per annum. There are no additional costs beyond the standard licensing fee."
"It would be great if the price of the solution was lower than the current price. If we are to sell this particular solution to smaller businesses and not just enterprise businesses it needs to be lower."
"Regarding pricing, it's a middle-priced solution. We typically use Sophos SafeGuard with the Sophos firewall, which includes VPN connections. The cost depends on the number of users, with some customers requiring hundreds of connections and others needing around a thousand."
"Pricing for Sophos SafeGuard should be transparent. If you want to get support for Sophos SafeGuard, you don't get pricing information about support costs, and in the end, you'll get charged more."
"I rate the pricing two or three on a scale of one to ten, where one is expensive, and ten is cheap."
"The licensing costs depend on the series. For example, XG 85 can be around $200. If you go to ACC or to a four or five-year enterprise solution, you will find these devices can cost $10,000. It depends on the series."
"The licenses are dependant on the number of users and computers you have to protect."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Construction Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise8
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos SafeGuard?
I cannot compare prices precisely, so I would give it a five out of ten rating. I am uncertain. Sophos is slightly more expensive than some other vendors. A bundle might be an option for cost-consc...
What needs improvement with Sophos SafeGuard?
I don't think they have anything to add except that maybe they should do their research to see if there are new additions needed. Everything seems very straightforward.
What is your primary use case for Sophos SafeGuard?
I use Sophos SafeGuard for both end user workstation as well as servers.
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Also Known As

SafeGuard, SafeGuard Encryption
Safend Data Protection Suite
 

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Sample Customers

Rushmoor Borough Council
National Health Service (NHS) Wales
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