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We performed a comparison between CrowdStrike Falcon and Varonis Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Ransomware Protection solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Varonis Platform Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The most valuable feature is its threat analysis.""I have found the connection to search the hosts for detections very useful in CrowdStrike Falcon.""The most valuable feature is the indicator of compromise, which show you what file was either quarantined or removed.""I like the overall reports of this solution. They are crisp, and to the point.""The feature I like the most is the solution's detection.""I like the Overwatch feature the most.""CrowdStrike enables the infrastructure managers to visualize all the events and get information about the network.""At this point what is most valuable is the interface, which is easy to navigate."

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"The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand what's happening in our environment.""There's also a 90-day policy where if a user is not using the warehouse, it will automatically delete that username.""Varonis Platform is transparent and captures everything in the environment without impacting the performance. The tool helps us unify data feeds into a single reporting system."

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Cons
"CrowdStrike needs to quit making up stuff about its features and functionality to bash its competition.""CrowdStrike Falcon could improve the EDR functionality. Once the functionality of the solution improves, it will be even better in the market and able to compete with Carbon Black.""We would like to be able to perform on-demand scanning, rather than relying on the scheduler.""Forensic controls have room for improvement.""There are some aspects of the UI that could use some improvement, e.g., working in groups. I build a group, then I have to manually assign prevention policies, update policies, etc., but there is no function to copy that group. So, if I wanted to make a subgroup for troubleshooting or divide workstations into groups of laptops and desktops, then I have to manually build a brand new group. I can't just copy a build from one to another. Additionally, in order to do any work within a group, I have to first do the work on the respective prevention policy page or individual policy page, then remove the group if the group is assigned to a different prevention policy, remove the prevention policy, and then add the new one in. So, it can get a little hectic. It would be easier if I could add and remove things from the group page rather than having to go into the policy pages to do it.""The portal can be clunky to navigate at times and has room for improvement.""The current database schema presents challenges and has potential for improvement.""They offered a white glove service that was extremely costly. When we got into it, we saw it was relatively easy. If I was being nitpicky, I'd say that I don't like being sold something that's unnecessary. That's the only downside I've seen to the solution."

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"The product is very complicated.""There is one thing that if I add something manually, I get so many alerts. That's the biggest bad thing."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The pricing will depend upon your volume of usage."
  • "I would like them to further reduce the price, because it is quite pricey at the moment."
  • "Purchasing the product through the AWS Marketplace is just a click away. Since we were using the on-premise version of the product, we continued on the cloud by purchasing it through the AWS Marketplace."
  • "I do not have experience with the cost or licensing of the product."
  • "The other administrator and I can log in to check the exact details of what happened, what was running, and what caused the detection. We know exactly what was happening on the end users PC and we can tell if it's something that we actually need or something that's malicious."
  • "We are at about $60,000 per year."
  • "This solution has a very competitive price."
  • "Our company pays approximately US$ 65,000 annually for 900 machines."
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  • "The pricing is good. It neither expensive nor cheap. It is average."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Cortex XDR by Palo Alto vs. CrowdStrike Falcon Both Cortex XDR and Crowd Strike Falcon offer cloud-based solutions that are very scalable, secure, and user-friendly. Cortex XDR by Palo Alto offers… more »
    Top Answer:Both of these products perform similarly and have many outstanding attributes CrowdStrike Falcon offers an amazing user interface that makes setup easy and seamless. CrowdStrike Falcon offers a… more »
    Top Answer:The CrowdStrike solution delivers a lot of information about incidents. It has a very light sensor that will never push your machine hardware to "test", you don't have the usual "scan now" feature but… more »
    Top Answer:The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand… more »
    Top Answer:The tool's update process is not easy as compared to other tools.
    Top Answer:We use the product for auditing, and keeping track of shares. It ensures proper access control and monitors file creation, access by relevant users, and productivity analytics.
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    Also Known As
    CrowdStrike Falcon, CrowdStrike Falcon XDR
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    Overview

    CrowdStrike Falcon offers advanced threat detection, real-time visibility, easy interface, and responsive customer support. It enhances workflow and efficiency, promotes collaboration, streamlines processes, and boosts productivity. With features like incident response options, customizable alerts, and proactive threat hunting, it helps protect organizations from malware and ransomware attacks.

    Varonis Platform is a comprehensive data security and analytics solution that helps organizations protect their critical data from insider threats and cyberattacks. Its primary use case is to provide visibility and control over data access, usage, and permissions across multiple platforms and environments. 

    The most valuable functionality is its ability to analyze and monitor data activity in real-time, identify abnormal behavior, and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks. It uses machine learning algorithms to detect and alert users to suspicious activities, such as data exfiltration, privilege abuse, and ransomware attacks. 

    This platform enables organizations to understand and manage their data risks effectively. It helps prevent data breaches, identify and remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with various data protection regulations. By leveraging increased visibility into data usage, organizations make informed decisions regarding access controls and permissions, minimizing the potential for data leakage or unauthorized access. 

    Moreover, Varonis Platform improves incident response and investigation capabilities by providing detailed audit trails and forensics capabilities. It helps organizations quickly identify the source of a security incident, understand its impact, and take appropriate actions to remediate the situation. 

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    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Manufacturing Company9%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Government7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Insurance Company8%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise46%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise56%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise63%
    Buyer's Guide
    CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Varonis Platform
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Varonis Platform and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    771,170 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    CrowdStrike Falcon is ranked 1st in Ransomware Protection with 107 reviews while Varonis Platform is ranked 10th in Ransomware Protection with 3 reviews. CrowdStrike Falcon is rated 8.8, while Varonis Platform is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of CrowdStrike Falcon writes "Easy to set up with good behavior-based analysis but needs a single-click recovery option". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Varonis Platform writes "Offers visibility and helps to keep track of access ". CrowdStrike Falcon is most compared with Microsoft Defender XDR, Darktrace, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Trend Micro Deep Security and Trend Vision One, whereas Varonis Platform is most compared with Microsoft Purview Data Governance, BigID, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Netskope Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Lepide. See our CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Varonis Platform report.

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