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Top 10 Microsoft Defender for IoT Alternatives & Competitors

(69)4.2 out of 5

Explore the best alternatives to Microsoft Defender for IoT for users who need new software features or want to try different solutions. Other important factors to consider when researching alternatives to Microsoft Defender for IoT include reliability and ease of use. The best overall Microsoft Defender for IoT alternative is AWS IoT Device Defender. Other similar apps like Microsoft Defender for IoT are Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security, Google Cloud IoT Core, Forescout Network Security, and Trellix Embedded Control. Microsoft Defender for IoT alternatives can be found in IoT Security Solutions but may also be in Zero Trust Networking Software or Network Access Control Software.

Best Paid & Free Alternatives to Microsoft Defender for IoT

  • AWS IoT Device Defender
  • Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security
  • Google Cloud IoT Core

Top 10 Alternatives to Microsoft Defender for IoT Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

Browse options below. Based on reviewer data, you can see how Microsoft Defender for IoT stacks up to the competition, check reviews from current & previous users in industries like Computer Software, Information Technology and Services, and Computer & Network Security, and find the best product for your business.
    #1
  1. AWS IoT Device Defender

    (57)4.4 out of 5
  2. AWS IoT Device Defender is a fully managed service that helps you secure your fleet of IoT devices. AWS IoT Device Defender continuously audits the security policies associated with your devices to make sure that they aren't deviating from security practices.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, AWS IoT Device Defender is:

    Better at meeting requirements
    Easier to set up
    Easier to do business with
    #2
  3. Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security

    (91)4.3 out of 5
  4. Protect every connected asset with OT security that keeps operations up 24/7, not CISOs

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Palo Alto Networks IoT/OT Security is:

    Better at meeting requirements
    Easier to do business with
    Easier to admin
    #3
  5. Google Cloud IoT Core

    (31)4.1 out of 5
  6. Google Cloud IoT Core is a fully managed service that allows users to easily and securely connect, manage, and ingest data from millions of globally dispersed devices.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Google Cloud IoT Core is:

    Better at meeting requirements
    Easier to admin
    Easier to set up
    #4
  7. Forescout Network Security

    (15)4.5 out of 5
  8. Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Forescout Network Security is:

    More usable
    Easier to set up
    Better at meeting requirements
    #5
  9. Trellix Embedded Control

    (22)4.3 out of 5
  10. McAfee Embedded Control provides whitelisting and file integrity monitoring technology to combat targeted malware, unauthorized software changes, and configuration alterations across commercial and industrial IoT devices.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Trellix Embedded Control is:

    Easier to set up
    More usable
    Better at support
    #6
  11. Armis

    (7)4.3 out of 5
  12. Armis Centrix™, the Armis cyber exposure management platform, is powered by the Armis AI-driven Asset Intelligence Engine, which sees, secures, protects and manages billions of assets around the world in real time. Armis Centrix ™ is a seamless, frictionless, cloud-based platform that proactively mitigates all cyber asset risks, remediates vulnerabilities, blocks threats and protects your entire attack surface. Armis Centrix ™ gives organizations peace of mind, knowing that all critical assets are protected 24/7 by the industry’s #1 asset intelligence cybersecurity company. Only Armis Centrix ™ protects all verticals and industries including Manufacturing, Health and Medical, Information Technology, Energy and Utilities, Financial Services, Transportation, Telecommunications and Media, Public Sector and many more.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Armis is:

    Better at meeting requirements
    More usable
    Better at support
    #7
  13. FortiNAC

    (20)4.4 out of 5
  14. FortiNAC provides the network visibility to see everything connected to the network, as well as the ability to control those devices and users, including dynamic, automated responses.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, FortiNAC is:

    Better at meeting requirements
    Easier to admin
    More usable
    #8
  15. AppSealing

    (27)4.8 out of 5
  16. AppSealing is a trusted player in the world of mobile application security. In today’s application-focused world, security can’t slow down your speed of development. We utilize runtime application self-protection features to build scalable security solutions for your mobile apps business in quick time without 'ANY CODING'. Our powerful security suite ensures real-time in-depth application security like source code protection, anti-reverse engineering, cheat tool & emulator detection/blocking, and enforces app integrity. It protects 800+ mobile apps and 800 million+ devices, successfully blocking 70 million+ threats across the globe. Our esteemed clientele spans across Gaming, Fintech, Movie apps, E-comm, Healthcare, and O2o.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, AppSealing is:

    Easier to set up
    Better at meeting requirements
    More usable
    #9
  17. Appgate SDP

    (26)4.8 out of 5
  18. Appgate SDP secures the network with a Software-Defined Perimeter's network security model that dynamically creates one-to-one network connections between the user and the resources they access.

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, Appgate SDP is:

    Easier to do business with
    Better at meeting requirements
    More usable
    #10
  19. BugProve

    (20)4.9 out of 5
  20. We founded BugProve to deliver the level of security that IoT deserves! The surge of new technology brings new challenges and risks but carries great opportunities to solve them as well. Our automated 0-day detection tool helps security engineers to keep their focus on truly difficult issues with a built-in dashboard and easy-to-use reports. Integration of our tool into the CI/CD pipeline leads to efficient IT security management right through the production funnel. Security posture is also future-proofed by our lifelong monitoring and alert service, newly discovered threats and vulnerabilities are flagged right away, giving your engineers peace of mind. No source code is required, all checks run on the firmware: - concolic and advanced static analysis - unique multi-binary taint analysis - cryptographic analysis - hardening device weaknesses - vulnerability remediation Too good to be true? See it for yourself with our accessible freemium version!

    Categories in common with Microsoft Defender for IoT:

    Reviewers say compared to Microsoft Defender for IoT, BugProve is:

    Easier to set up
    More usable
    Easier to admin