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We performed a comparison between ESET Cloud Apps Protection and Symantec Messaging Gateway based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Email Security solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed ESET Cloud Apps Protection vs. Symantec Messaging Gateway Report (Updated: January 2024).
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Pros
"Defender enables us to secure all 365-related activity from a single place. It gives us visibility into everything happening in Outlook, protecting us against phishing and other email-based threats. Defender helps us detect any suspicious behaviors.""I would say that 90% of the spam and phishing attack emails get blocked right off the bat.""Microsoft Defender has a feature to protect each and every attachment. Even if it's an encrypted attachment, it will check for any potential threats.""Defender for 365 is a comprehensive cloud-based solution. The value of the cloud is that you aren't alone. Threat intelligence and analytics are shared in the cloud. We don't have to find the solution alone. If you face an unknown threat with traditional solutions like Trend Micro and Symantec, you need to open a case and send your information to them to analyze forensically and identify the source of the attack.""Some of the valuable features on the email side are anti-phishing, anti-malware, and Safe Links.""The product's scalability is good.""At the moment we are satisfied with this product. It's a stable, scalable, and resilient solution for us.""I like its investigation capabilities, as that is what is most important to me. It is fairly simple with a user-friendly interface."

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"We are close to having 99% or 98% detection.""The most valuable features are the precision of detection and the level of customization of the policy."

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"Symantec is a secure product.""The solution is "set and forget". You pay for it and everything is done for you.""I like that it's simple and easy to configure, deploy, and manage. The reporting function has all the features we're looking for, and we are fine with that.""Messaging Gateway is stable.""Symantec Messaging Gateway is stable and scalable. Installation is easy, and the deployment and maintenance can be done by one administrative person.""The solution is excellent at blocking spam.""The anti-malware and spam features are valuable.""Symantec’s spyware and malware signature database is very good compared to other products."

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Cons
"The only thing they should improve is the licensing model. They should stop changing it. A year ago, the five features I mentioned were included in one product. Now, three of them are bundled into one product, and you have to pay extra for the other two. I don't mind paying extra, but I don't want them to change it every year or every six months. I need to know what I'm looking at and not worry about it next year.""Microsoft Defender for Office 365 must improve the overall management style, including the GUI. It also needs to change the filters so that it is easy to whitelist and blacklist data.""The visibility for the weaknesses in the system and unauthorized access can be improved.""Configuration requires going to a lot of places rather than just accessing one tab.""We noticed that from time to time, Microsoft's stability does have problems. Sometimes the service goes up and down. Sometimes they change without prior notice.""The UI needs to be more user-friendly.""They have moved features from one console to another. Things have been moved around in the interface and it takes me time to find where certain features are.""The pre-sales cost calculations could be more transparent."

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"It's not easy for an admin to check and decide if the email is good or not.""The specific domain file for Apache needs to be well-defined."

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"The product must improve the user dashboards.""The biggest problem is it's an on-prem product and we're trying to get out of having equipment in data centers.""It will provide Excel reports and PDF reports, but it would be great if they supported the concept of Crystal Reports.""Symantec Messaging Gateway should include better exclusions and exceptions for better administration.""It could be more scalable.""The documentation could have more detailed examples of how to use the product in various situations. As more companies shift to the cloud, they could better integrate the on-prem and cloud versions through an on-prem client.""What's lacking when you compare it with Proofpoint and other threat protection solutions is that it does the basic stuff, but we need more advanced threat handling.""Symantec Messaging Gateway can improve detection because most of them are false negatives or false positives that we are trying to troubleshoot. Additionally, we are having routing problems and they are somehow connected to DNS issues."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It's a user-base subscription."
  • "From the pricing point of view, like any other product in the market, there is scope for negotiation."
  • "Defender is a little bit more expensive as compared to others. We are in the manufacturing environment. So, we don't have a high budget for all of our endpoint devices. Its cost is a major concern for us."
  • "For licensing, it's usually a yearly package for customers who are subscribed to Office 365, but they can also pay on a monthly basis."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is an add-on to the Office license. Many customers are purchasing this solution."
  • "Microsoft Defender for Office 365 comes with Microsoft Windows. It is free with the operating system."
  • "The solution saves money so we have seen a return on investment."
  • "Defender for 365 comes in various plans and licenses, along with other Microsoft security solutions. Purchasing this kind of package or security bundle gives good value for money, and that's what I recommend."
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  • "The solution provides affordable pricing for medium sized industries."
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  • "A subscription for technical support costs extra."
  • "It's a bit expensive compared to its competitor Barracuda Email Security Gateway but cheaper than Sophos Email."
  • "The cost of Symantec Messaging Gateway is too expensive in general. However, the appliance also includes the price of the license in the same bundle."
  • "They're a little costly compared to Microsoft."
  • "For 150 users, we pay INR 1,60,000."
  • "Symantec Messaging Gateway’s pricing is very cheap."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Threat Explorer is an invaluable tool for me, and it plays a crucial role in helping me discern the origins of various… more »
    Top Answer:The product must provide better malware detection. The detection algorithms don't perform the way I hope they would.
    Top Answer:The most valuable features are the precision of detection and the level of customization of the policy.
    Top Answer:The solution provides affordable pricing for medium sized industries.
    Top Answer:The specific domain file for Apache needs to be well-defined.
    Top Answer:The solution takes up a lot of memory. The system becomes slow. The performance must be improved.
    Top Answer:We use the solution to secure our data and emails.
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    MS Defender for Office 365
    ESET Mail Security
    Symantec.cloud, Symantec Email Security.cloud
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    Overview

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is a comprehensive security solution designed to protect organizations against advanced threats in their email, collaboration, and productivity environments. It combines the power of Microsoft's threat intelligence, machine learning, and behavioral analytics to provide real-time protection against phishing, malware, ransomware, and other malicious attacks.

    With Microsoft Defender for Office 365, organizations can safeguard their email communication by detecting and blocking malicious links, attachments, and unsafe email content. It employs advanced anti-phishing capabilities to identify and prevent sophisticated phishing attacks that attempt to steal sensitive information or compromise user credentials.

    This solution also offers robust protection against malware and ransomware. It leverages machine learning algorithms to analyze email attachments and URLs in real-time, identifying and blocking malicious content before it reaches users' inboxes. Additionally, it provides advanced threat-hunting capabilities, allowing security teams to proactively investigate and respond to potential threats.

    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 goes beyond email protection and extends its security features to other collaboration tools like SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. It scans files and documents stored in these platforms, ensuring that they are free from malware and other malicious content. It also provides visibility into user activities, helping organizations detect and mitigate insider threats.

    Furthermore, this solution offers rich reporting and analytics capabilities, providing organizations with insights into their security posture and threat landscape. It enables security administrators to monitor and manage security incidents, track trends, and take proactive measures to enhance their overall security posture.

    ESET PROTECT Complete offers a complete multilayered protection for endpoints, cloud applications & email, the #1 threat vector.

    ESET PROTECT Complete is the ultimate cybersecurity solution that offers top-tier endpoint protection against ransomware and zero-day threats, backed by robust data security measures. It employs a sophisticated multilayered approach that combines multiple cutting-edge technologies to strike the perfect balance between performance optimization, threat detection, and minimizing false positives. With automated malware removal and mediation, it ensures uninterrupted business operations by providing advanced protection for data across general servers, network file storage including OneDrive, and multi-purpose servers. This comprehensive package also features powerful native encryption, enhancing data security to meet stringent compliance regulations.

    Furthermore, ESET PROTECT Complete offers proactive cloud-based threat defense, particularly against emerging threat types like ransomware, and safeguards Microsoft 365 applications from malware, spam, and phishing attacks via an intuitive cloud management console. With additional layers of security covering spam, phishing, malware, and threats from outdated systems and applications, this solution includes automated scanning, patching, and customizable policies for organizations. It empowers organizations to fortify their defenses and maintain a secure environment, offering centralized management and a comprehensive range of protective measures for businesses of all sizes. ESET PROTECT Complete is your all-encompassing cybersecurity solution for a safe and resilient digital landscape.

    Symantec Messaging Gateway is a comprehensive email security solution designed to protect organizations from advanced threats and spam. It combines multiple layers of protection, including anti-malware, anti-spam, and data loss prevention, to safeguard sensitive information and ensure email continuity. 

    With its advanced threat intelligence and machine learning capabilities, it can detect and block sophisticated attacks, such as ransomware and spear-phishing. The solution also offers robust encryption and authentication features to secure email communications. 

    Its intuitive management console provides administrators with granular control and real-time visibility into email traffic. Symantec Messaging Gateway is a reliable and scalable solution that helps organizations mitigate email-borne threats and maintain a secure messaging environment.

    Sample Customers
    Microsoft Defender for Office 365 is trusted by companies such as Ithaca College.
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    Doric, Joblink Plus, Our Lady of Mercy College, Parramatta, PPB Advisory, Slater & Gordon Lawyers, Sydney Adventist Hospital Ltd.
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company16%
    Computer Software Company16%
    Comms Service Provider13%
    Government6%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company17%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    Government7%
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    Computer Software Company18%
    Real Estate/Law Firm10%
    Media Company6%
    Energy/Utilities Company6%
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    Pharma/Biotech Company27%
    Financial Services Firm18%
    Energy/Utilities Company18%
    Healthcare Company9%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company21%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Government10%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business42%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise42%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise51%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business44%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise40%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business55%
    Midsize Enterprise10%
    Large Enterprise35%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise57%
    Buyer's Guide
    ESET Cloud Apps Protection vs. Symantec Messaging Gateway
    January 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about ESET Cloud Apps Protection vs. Symantec Messaging Gateway and other solutions. Updated: January 2024.
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    ESET Cloud Apps Protection is ranked 22nd in Email Security with 2 reviews while Symantec Messaging Gateway is ranked 6th in Secure Email Gateway (SEG) with 20 reviews. ESET Cloud Apps Protection is rated 9.6, while Symantec Messaging Gateway is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of ESET Cloud Apps Protection writes "Great protection, good privacy, and helpful support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Symantec Messaging Gateway writes "A stable and reasonably priced solution that performs well and has a very good malware database". ESET Cloud Apps Protection is most compared with Fortinet FortiMail and Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP), whereas Symantec Messaging Gateway is most compared with Cisco Secure Email, Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP), Fortinet FortiMail, Trend Micro Email Security and Proofpoint Email Protection. See our ESET Cloud Apps Protection vs. Symantec Messaging Gateway report.

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