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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.4% of reviews)
Enterprise (38.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Avira Endpoint Security
Star Rating
(40)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Avira Endpoint SecurityMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint
Star Rating
(305)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Microsoft Defender for EndpointSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Avira Endpoint Security excels in Ease of Setup with a score of 9.2, making it a preferred choice for small businesses looking for quick deployment, while Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has a slightly lower score of 8.5 in this area.
- Reviewers mention that both products have similar scores in Malware Detection, with Avira at 8.5 and Microsoft Defender at 8.7, indicating that both solutions are effective in identifying and mitigating malware threats.
- G2 users highlight that Avira Endpoint Security offers robust Device Control features with a score of 8.9, which is higher than Microsoft Defender's score of 8.5, suggesting that Avira may provide more comprehensive control over devices connected to the network.
- Users on G2 report that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint shines in Security Validation with a score of 8.5, compared to Avira's score of 8.1, indicating that Microsoft may offer more effective tools for validating security measures.
- Reviewers say that both products have similar Quality of Support ratings, with Avira at 8.3 and Microsoft Defender at 8.5, but users mention that Microsoft Defender's support is often more responsive and helpful based on their experiences.
- Users report that Avira Endpoint Security has a strong focus on Compliance with a score of 8.7, which is slightly lower than Microsoft Defender's 8.4, but reviewers mention that Avira's compliance features are particularly beneficial for small businesses needing to adhere to regulations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Avira Endpoint Security
No pricing availableMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint
No pricing availableFree Trial
Avira Endpoint Security
No trial information availableMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
37
8.6
246
Ease of Use
8.6
37
8.6
251
Ease of Setup
9.2
6
8.6
161
Ease of Admin
8.3
5
8.6
154
Quality of Support
8.3
30
8.5
236
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.6
150
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
38
9.2
245
Features by Category
Administration
Not enough data
8.8
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
8.8
21
Functionality
Not enough data
9.0
21
Not enough data
8.6
21
Not enough data
8.8
21
Not enough data
8.7
20
Analysis
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.3
21
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.0
52
Not enough data
8.0
52
Services - Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
System Control
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Vulnerability Prevention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Avira Endpoint Security and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are categorized as Antivirus
Unique Categories
Avira Endpoint Security has no unique categories
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is categorized as Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) and Endpoint Protection Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Avira Endpoint Security
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
17.9%
Information Technology and Services
10.3%
Hospital & Health Care
10.3%
Marketing and Advertising
7.7%
Media Production
5.1%
Other
48.7%
Information Technology and Services
25.5%
Computer & Network Security
14.3%
Computer Software
6.1%
Financial Services
5.8%
Telecommunications
2.4%
Other
45.9%
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Discussions
Avira Endpoint Security has no discussions with answers
when scheduled scan starts it consume 100% CPU, can you kindly provide solution for it.
1 Comment
PQ
Method I: Ensure that no other Adware, Antimalware or Antivirus software is installed or not fully removed
Method II: Prevent Windows Defender from scanning...Read more
can i use this for my video games?
1 Comment
PQ
if you are using Xbox, then all software's are certified by Microsoft, so no need the virus scan Read more
Which feature in Microsoft Defender for endpoint?
1 Comment
NM
Comprehensive protection: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint provides protection against a wide range of threats, including viruses, malware, ransomware, and...Read more
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