We compared Trend Micro Deep Security and VMware NSX based on our users' reviews in six parameters. After reading the collected data, you can find our conclusion below:
Comparison Results: Trend Micro Deep Security is commended for its extensive range of security features and effective data center solutions. However, users have expressed concerns regarding its complexity, limited integration, pricing, and technical support. On the other hand, VMware NSX is highly valued for its control over virtual switches, micro-segmentation, and user-friendly management platform. However, there are areas for improvement, such as licensing clarity, hypervisor support, and support for implementation.
"The integration options of Trend Micro Deep Security have been particularly valuable."
"It provides the type of data and availability that we need to have. We don't have to worry about intrusions."
"One of the most valuable features is that it's a firewall-based solution. We just open the required reports to the server—to server communication—and that's how we use Deep Security."
"The most valuable feature is the virtual patching."
"Deep Security provides us with a lot of reassurance about security threats. You don't have to worry about a patch not being there in the software. You're confident that all the patches and vulnerabilities are taken care of."
"Aside from the basic antivirus features, there are additional features such as vulnerability protection, firewall, etc. which are helpful."
"Patch management is most valuable. The major selling point of Deep Security is that it is based on the cloud. Deep Security is for the servers and databases of data centers, and generally, for patch management, you have to shut down the machines, and then you have to restart them. So, they need shutdown time, which is a cost. Big enterprises don't want to shut down their database or their data center for any kind of patch. Deep Security creates a wall and downloads all patches. You install it on the cloud. So, it saves your server from any kind of intrusion or any kind of penetration, and whenever you get a chance or time, in six, eight, or nine months, you can physically download or install all those patches in one go. So, it saves you time. It also saves your shutdown time and keeps your data center safe."
"The VPN is the most prized characteristic of Trend Micro Deep Security, which in addition addresses all zero-day vulnerabilities. This allows us to confidently transfer our system physically, as it presents to the external world, whether it be an intruder or a hacker, that our system is completely secure without any weak spots. Even if the latest security patches have not been installed or updated, the software virtually covers them for you."
"I have found the solution to be stable."
"The solution is very good at micro-segmentation."
"The most valuable features are ease of use and user interface."
"It is a stable solution...The solution's initial setup process was easy."
"The most valuable features are stability and low cost."
"The initial setup was straightforward. You just have to click it and follow the manuals."
"The Distributed firewall is simple to add to the network and rules are easy to implement."
"The initial setup was straightforward. It follows a certain structure and you won't miss a step. It's all on the same level, step by step."
"The updates for legacy systems are not rolled out frequently."
"Some of the reporting and integrations could be more robust."
"The initial setup was complex."
"f it had the capability of generating retroactive alerts it would be helpful."
"It would be helpful if they could send emails notifying their users about the recommended upgraded versions to address the newly discovered vulnerabilities."
"The product isn't very user-friendly."
"They need to build in a central console because central integration is not very good right now."
"Their support should be improved. We need support in the UAE, but it is always going to some other country or region, and the time schedule is not suitable for us."
"The integration with other brands is not the best."
"If you're worried that NSX is too complex, I would tell you to take another look. If you compare NSX to a similar solution you might find it to be a bit more complex. Usually, the guy that comes in to implement NSX isn't the network guy and will lack the knowledge for the program. He can lack the knowledge for this program and will therefore think it's complex. You need somebody with network experience."
"There are sometimes mismatch in the control, the details and what you actually see on the transport note."
"An area for improvement in VMware NSX is that it uses up more resources and is heavy on the network. What I'd like to see in the next release of the solution is more automation."
"Since most people are very much used to physical networking, they find it difficult to use VMware NSX in the initial stage."
"NSX could better integrate with open-source products. Of course, it integrates with some, but I know many people are uncomfortable deploying NSX with certain open-source solutions, such as Radar."
"The next release of NSX should try to make Kubernetes and container integration a little easier than it is now. It's quite a complicated process."
"Just being more knowledgeable about the different functions."
Trend Micro Deep Security is ranked 6th in Cloud and Data Center Security with 80 reviews while VMware NSX is ranked 1st in Cloud and Data Center Security with 93 reviews. Trend Micro Deep Security is rated 8.6, while VMware NSX is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Trend Micro Deep Security writes "Offers excellent endpoint protection and great stability ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of VMware NSX writes "Allows for seamless micro-segmentation and the support is exceptional". Trend Micro Deep Security is most compared with Trend Micro Apex One, CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Symantec Endpoint Security and CylancePROTECT, whereas VMware NSX is most compared with Nutanix Flow Network Security, Illumio, Cisco ACI, Akamai Guardicore Segmentation and Fortinet FortiDDoS. See our Trend Micro Deep Security vs. VMware NSX report.
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