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We performed a comparison between ESET Endpoint Encryption and McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Endpoint Encryption solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed ESET Endpoint Encryption vs. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention Report (Updated: March 2020).
772,679 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The tool does not slow down the computer.""The most valuable feature is that everything is done on the server.""The Remote Administrator is the most valuable feature that ESET offers for us. Centralized management of our ESET environment is what I like about the Remote Administrator.""The setup is getting easier.""ESET Endpoint Encryption works as an antivirus system.""The most valuable feature of ESET Endpoint Encryption is the high level of encryption protection.""It is very secure and we have finally decided to use this after a thorough check. The interface is easy to navigate.""This solution can be centrally managed."

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"This solution has a rich set of policies.""The most valuable feature is strong data leak prevention for data protection.""The whitelisting works well.""The tool focuses on endpoints rather than networks. Endpoints cover everything. It wouldn't be possible to steal confidential information from endpoints.""McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is a very stable product.""What I like about McAfee Total Protection is that it's working. I also like that it doesn't require any specific knowledge to set up.""The most valuable feature of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is data loss prevention.""Offers some good protection features."

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Cons
"If you have issues with your network, you can't get updates, which is a problem.""Integration with central management needs improvement.""There could be an option for users to restart the system without a password.""The initial setup could be made easier.""From an admin perspective, the solution's UI could be more user-friendly.""ESET Endpoint Encryption needs to improve pricing and security.""There should be more frequent updates.""I would like more robust reporting as part of the Remote Administrator."

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"The product uses a lot of resources and because of this it is not always a good solution for every situation.""Integration with other vendors could be improved. For example, with Chrome or Firefox.""The solution needs to be a one-stop protection shop. And yet, the DLP isn't strong. Anyone can break it quite easily.""McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention could improve by having artificial intelligence.""McAfee needs to clarify its rules.""When this solution is used it requires a lot of administration because the users can have difficulties using it and require assistance. The administrators are continuously modifying the policies for the users. Technical support will be used frequently.""The interface can be improved, it's too cluttered.""The support from McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is good. However, if they provided 24 hours a day seven days a week support that would be a helpful addition."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Instead of installing ESET on each machine at each location, we just do it remotely. This has been a time saver for us."
  • "The National University System dedicates 500 of their 5000 licenses to us, which is $14/yr per device. Most companies are paying $99 or $120 per device a year."
  • "Licensing costs are on a yearly basis."
  • "The pricing is mid-ranged and could be more cost-effective."
  • "On a scale of one to ten, where one is the lowest and ten is the highest, I rate its pricing a two."
  • "It is neither very expensive, nor cheap. Overall it is affordable and there is a long term arrangement between our company and the solution providers for license."
  • "There are some inexpensive products compared to ESET Endpoint Encryption, but they lack the essential features."
  • "ESET Endpoint Encryption is moderately priced."
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  • "The pricing seems expensive both for the license and the support."
  • "The price is high for this type of product."
  • "If the client purchases the entire suite of McAfee Endpoint, the license is included."
  • "Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."
  • "There is an annual license to use this solution."
  • "It's not a cheap option."
  • "I'm paying the license for McAfee Total Protection yearly. It could be cheaper, but it's fine."
  • "The price of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive. It is not the most expensive solution but it is typically 15 to 20 percent higher than other solutions. There is no additional cost to using McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:ESET Endpoint Encryption is moderately priced. ESET Endpoint Encryption has both a perpetual license and a subscription license. On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I… more »
    Top Answer:ESET Endpoint Encryption needs to improve pricing and security.
    Top Answer:The tool focuses on endpoints rather than networks. Endpoints cover everything. It wouldn't be possible to steal confidential information from endpoints.
    Top Answer:McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is expensive.
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    6th
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    Also Known As
    McAfee Total Protection for Data, McAfee Total Protection for DLP, Total Protection for Data, Intel Security Total Protection for Data
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    Overview

    ESET Endpoint Encryption is a simple-to-use encryption application for companies large and small. Take advantage of the optimized setup that speeds up the time to adoption for admins. The client side requires no user interaction, increasing user compliance and the security of your company data.

    McAfee Total Protection for Data solution suite protects your data using a combination of powerful encryption, access control, and user-behavior monitoring.
    Sample Customers
    CCS Media Limited, Mercury Engineering, Unigarant, Pinewood Healthcare
    Kleberg Bank
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    University20%
    Construction Company20%
    Translation And Localization Position10%
    Engineering Company10%
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    Computer Software Company18%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Government6%
    University6%
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    Financial Services Firm33%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Security Firm13%
    Computer Software Company13%
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    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Healthcare Company7%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Company Size
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    Small Business69%
    Midsize Enterprise31%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business46%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise37%
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    Small Business61%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise25%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise65%
    Buyer's Guide
    ESET Endpoint Encryption vs. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention
    March 2020
    Find out what your peers are saying about ESET Endpoint Encryption vs. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention and other solutions. Updated: March 2020.
    772,679 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    ESET Endpoint Encryption is ranked 6th in Endpoint Encryption with 13 reviews while McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is ranked 9th in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) with 29 reviews. ESET Endpoint Encryption is rated 8.4, while McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is rated 7.4. The top reviewer of ESET Endpoint Encryption writes "A reasonably priced solution that is an easy-to-use and effective at the same time". On the other hand, the top reviewer of McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention writes "Highly beneficial DLP functionality, full system protection, and useful file scanning". ESET Endpoint Encryption is most compared with Microsoft BitLocker, Symantec Endpoint Encryption, Sophos SafeGuard and WinMagic SecureDoc, whereas McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention is most compared with HP Wolf Security, Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention, Trend Micro Integrated Data Loss Prevention, Cisco Secure Endpoint and Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention. See our ESET Endpoint Encryption vs. McAfee Total Protection for Data Loss Prevention report.

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