Norton 360 vs. Watchguard Endpoint Security

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Norton 360
Score 7.0 out of 10
N/A
The Norton products, including Norton 360, Norton Antivirus, and Norton Security, are consumer antivirus and privacy protection products. Features include password management, VPN, dark web and credit monitoring for individuals, and cloud backup for PCs.
$59.99
per year
Watchguard Endpoint Security
Score 8.8 out of 10
N/A
WatchGuard EPDR (formerly Panda Adaptive Defense 360) combines next-generation antivirus protection, endpoint detection and response (EDR), patch management, content filtering, email security, full disk encryption, and more, into one package. The platform touts a unique zero-trust security service that certifies the legitimacy and safety of all running applications thanks to a combination of automated, AI-driven processes and investigation services provided by a team of malware analysts.N/A
Pricing
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Editions & Modules
Norton AntiVirus
$59.99
per year
Norton 360 Standard
$94.99
per year 3 PCs, Macs, tablets, or phones
Norton 360 Deluxe
$119.99
per year 5 PCs, Macs, tablets, or phones
Norton 360 with LifeLock Select Plus
$189.99
per year 10 PCs, Macs, tablets, or phones
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details1st year discounts available.
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Community Pulse
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Considered Both Products
Norton 360
Chose Norton 360
Password manager is great and it is a life saver as I hardly remember passwords. Symantex Endpoint protection was used by my organization and it was silent, great except that system used to halt when the scan was happening
Chose Norton 360
Updates are better in Norton. Support is always greater with Norton. The interfaces are totally different and it is so easy to use Norton. Th cost of renewal is also better in Norton compared to McAfee data center security suite.
Chose Norton 360
I actually have been victimized avast at no cost and it slowed down my entire laptop and it hangs every time I scan the system for threats. This frustration created Pine Tree State to switch to Norton.
Chose Norton 360
I have found Norton doesn’t slow down a computer as Avast antivirus has done. Avast is also not so much pocket-friendly as compared to the Norton, which is available at a very reasonable price which is highly affordable for me. The basic reason to Choose Norton on any other …
Chose Norton 360
It is the most recommended antivirus because it is the most virus detected and eliminated with a very reliable heuristic, great protection guaranteed, great spindle facility, real-time protection against viruses, eliminates everything easily, is easy to install and easy to …
Chose Norton 360
Using a hosted model, we know we are always getting the best core cybersecurity, but for the endpoints, we don't need something as complex as FireEye, and we wanted more than Lookout was able to provide. Lookout was terrific, and it came already installed with many of our …
Chose Norton 360
We liked the pricing of Norton better. Also, it was more reliable in finding suspicious attachments and phishing emails than Avast was. Lastly, it ran better on our machines. The feedback we got from our pilot testing batch was very positive and that is what made us take the …
Chose Norton 360
I prefer Norton but I dont think there is a huge difference in quality between the two. Kaspersky has some extra features that are nice (but not must haves) and the price difference is negligible.
Chose Norton 360
Norton is better in terms of features especially identity safe and non-intrusiveness and is very economical (10 user licenses).
Chose Norton 360
If Norton offers an enterprise system I think it would be excellent. McAfee is slow to update and doesn't provide as much flexibility as Norton.
Chose Norton 360
User-friendly interface (it's not just AV and users who were interacting with the product), performance, resource usage (most of the computers were not very fresh and that factor was very critical), efficiency, it shouldn't be just sitting on a PC - it should protect it, what …
Chose Norton 360
Our go to product is Webroot. Unlike Norton Internet Security it is built for MSP's that need multi-tenancy options. Webroot also does not need to be installed on a server (like NIS) and it uses much fewer resources on the endpoints. Norton is licensed annually, Webroot is …
Chose Norton 360
Other security products have their own strengths and weaknesses but Norton Internet Security does very well in terms of performance and working with Android OS devices. While past versions were known to be performance hogs, today's incarnation of the security program is well …
Chose Norton 360
Norton 360 has a better detection rate as well as remediation rate than the others I have used. It also does not affect the computer resources if configured properly. It provides an all in one solution that is easy to configure for the novice user and provides easy to review …
Watchguard Endpoint Security
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Better service, especially for distributors.

Mejor servicio, sobre todo a los distribuidores.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
WatchGuard Endpoint Security has native XDR, has 4 security pillars on a single platform, has the ability to correlate information from solutions together, and offers greater protection to critical environments.

WatchGuard Endpoint Security possui um XDR nativo, possui 4 pilares …
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
They know more solutions than Watchguard Endpoint Security

Conocen más otras soluciones que Watchguard Endpoint Security
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Watchguard EDPR is on par with the others. They essentially all do the same thing, but Watchguard has great visibility.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Watchguard is by far a tool that all organizations should be able to count on, I have had experiences with other protection tools, and none of them has responded effectively to the challenges posed by the increasingly lethal attacks of malicious people, who only intend to …
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Adaptive Defense 360 / WatchGuard EPDR is much better and efficient. Webroot is not an EDR but just an AV platform at the time we were using it.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Despite offering great value for money, comparing Sophos' offering to WatchGuard Endpoint Security we find Sophos' offering is far superiour due to it's support system, the distributors it uses (apart from Arrow), it's management console, the resource-light application and, …
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Considering its effectiveness in protecting our network and much more, it has a fair price, its features are effective providing secure protection of your network and best of all, it gives you peace of mind so that you can focus on other issues in the company
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Comparing the two products, WatchGuard Endpoint Security is more complete, it has a centralized console, it uses better threat detection techniques and has the ability to
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
We use WatchGuard Endpoint Security in Combination with MDR from WatchGuard for a specific type of our customers like we do for Palo Alto Cortex XDR and MDR from Sophos.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Better support, better pricing, better integration, better academy, better tools to educate internal staff.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Kaspersky Endpoint Security
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
With advancements in AI-powered cyber threats, PCA needed an endpoint security solution with advanced threat hunting and zero-trust capabilities, built for an XDR platform, and integrated into a single management console with real-time communication. The solution needed to …
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
I've done demos of several other similar products but not really used any competitive products since I've been with this line since 2000 and never felt like I needed to switch to something else.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Watchguard is simply easier to implement than even Defender. The cost to value ratio is high as Watchguard subscription is cheaper than many other options.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Watchguard AD integrates and works well with every security solution we use and sell to our customers.
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
No other products
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
Very similar. I feel like Watchguard need to get a better foothold with people trusting the name in the endpoint space. It has pretty much everything S 1 does but it also provides so much more. Simple things like patch management and encryption are fantastic adding that deliver …
Chose Watchguard Endpoint Security
WatchGuard Endpoint Security products have more features and provide better protection.
Features
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Endpoint Security
Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Product A and Product B
Norton 360
-
Ratings
Watchguard Endpoint Security
8.3
Ratings
3% below category average
Anti-Exploit Technology00 Ratings8.30 Ratings
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)00 Ratings8.60 Ratings
Centralized Management00 Ratings7.50 Ratings
Hybrid Deployment Support00 Ratings8.00 Ratings
Infection Remediation00 Ratings9.00 Ratings
Vulnerability Management00 Ratings7.70 Ratings
Malware Detection00 Ratings8.60 Ratings
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User Ratings
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Likelihood to Recommend
8.0
(0 ratings)
8.3
(0 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
8.0
(0 ratings)
9.0
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.0
(0 ratings)
8.1
(0 ratings)
Availability
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Performance
-
(0 ratings)
8.5
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
9.0
(0 ratings)
8.3
(0 ratings)
In-Person Training
-
(0 ratings)
10.0
(0 ratings)
Online Training
-
(0 ratings)
7.6
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
8.5
(0 ratings)
7.6
(0 ratings)
Configurability
-
(0 ratings)
9.1
(0 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Product Scalability
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Vendor post-sale
-
(0 ratings)
8.7
(0 ratings)
Vendor pre-sale
-
(0 ratings)
8.6
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Norton 360Watchguard Endpoint Security
Likelihood to Recommend
For a stand-alone business this should do the trick, but if using across multiple clients (multi-tenancy not an option). Default settings within the program will cause performance issues if not tweaked, meaning someone with networking experience may be necessary. Not ideal for MSP's unless they only have a few clients, as the manageability must be done within "the walls" of each company.
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We offer Watchguard Endpoint Security as a low cost alternative to Sophos Endpoint. As such, I would recommend this product to anyone with a customer with that same sort of mindset. It would also be appropriate for customers with a more 'basic' environment as configuring profiles is far less in depth compared to Sophos.
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Pros
  • Norton works quite quickly and is efficient enough to detect threats
  • It is very easy and simple to install and is without any complications and irrelevant inquiries.
  • Norton is available at a very reasonable price in the market and is not heavy on pocket.
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  • It does an excellent job of detecting and preventing threats
  • It uses global intelligence to reduce the time and effort I need to spend performing security operations
  • It is lightweight and easy to deploy to client computers using a single agent for all modules
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Cons
  • It uses a lot of RAM which can cause issues in other areas of computer use.
  • If you chose to un-install it can be difficult to get rid of all traces of the program.
  • The initial configuring can be challenging for the average user as the manuals are overwhelming. Better tutorials would be helpful.
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  • As with any application of this nature, it can block processes or other suspected security risks that are actually safe.
  • While easy to use, it sometimes provides less learning opportunities for less experienced staff who are not as well-versed in these applications.
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Likelihood to Renew
I did renew it before because support is great and cost is great. I believe that Norton has a very long experience in what they do and they are doing a great job with all the updates they provide and the work they are doing. Moreover Norton is going in the right direction for sure.
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I will definitely renew the software licenses on all our clients when they expire.Again, I have never worked so well with antivirus software before today. Watchguard is an extremely adaptable software to our business needs and I don't think I want to try other solutions that the market offers
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Usability
User interface is excellent. The green tickmark in the tray ensuring everything is undercontrol is so satisfying. I have turned on Auto updates so, I am not bothered about unnecessary download updates popup
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Easy and intuitive MSP management portal to manage all of your clients from a single pane of glass. Policies can be pushed down globally or individually based on needs. The client portal allows access to their tenant information and installs only which is nice if you are working with clients who might have an internal person or an IT team that also wants access to things to manage themself.
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Reliability and Availability
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The software is 100% managed on a cloud platform that can be managed via an account even if they are not present within the company network where the software is installed, I even always opened the control panel on the browser of my smartphone to monitor the situation.I have never experienced any abnormal software crashes
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Performance
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The only annoyance I complain, if we want to be picky, is the fact of the constant disconnections from the control panel.Every about 4 hours the account logs out even if I set the "remember this device" flag; having said that I have not noticed neither slowdowns nor conflicts with other software
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Support Rating
Security software with very good features that works in the background.
Price suitable for companies of any size and easy to install and use.
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I gave it a 10 because I compare it to air conditioning. I need it to work every day, 24/7. I need it to be reliable and not something that requires a ton of interaction from staff to make sure it works every day. In addition, I should be able to run other things at my house when the AC is on. Panda fits that description.
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In-Person Training
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Trainer was excellent, knew this product in-depth.
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Online Training
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The training was very helpful. It demonstrated how to configure the service for initial install, items to monitor, and how to set up for ongoing protection. Hands on training is more helpful but this is a good starting point
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Implementation Rating
Would like a manual or online version that is simple to understand and explains in detail what choices we have and why to make these choices.
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Implementation shouldn't present any problems in standard office environments. In environments with development teams, however, caution is needed. If zero trust is enabled, mechanisms must be in place to ensure that internal software isn't classified as a false positive (software certificate, exception folder, etc.)
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Alternatives Considered
User-friendly interface (it's not just AV and users who were interacting with the product), performance, resource usage (most of the computers were not very fresh and that factor was very critical), efficiency, it shouldn't be just sitting on a PC - it should protect it, what was perfectly done with that product.
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Way back in the day, I have used Norton end point security and really did not like the speed at which it tried to do its job. I know I am dating myself here. WatchGuard Endpoint Security, I feel, is light years ahead of Norton's product. WatchGuard Endpoint Security is FAST, ACCURATE, and truly an enterprise product.
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Scalability
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With the implementation of watchguard (at the beginning Panda Endpoint, but it is the same) I was able to insert in the control panel all the unauthorized software previously installed by colleagues without any authorization from the various department heads.Now any licensed software goes into lockdown and can be unlocked from the control panel
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Return on Investment
  • Poor performance against Spyware and other threats despite claiming to act against them (recognizes very few and eliminates less) It is limited to viruses.
  • Regular blocking of incoming scripts (in front of other antivirus)
  • Little or almost no compatibility with the Windows XP Firewall, but they are involved.
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  • By committing to go all in on Watchguard Advanced EPDR across our whole client base, we maximized our price position - enabling us to offer the best endpoint security at a price better than what lesser competitive products cost.
  • Leveraging Watchguard Endpoint Security as part of our unified platform strategy provides better integrated security, managed through Watchguard's cloud architecture. This significantly reduces our cost to deploy, manage, and support our client's. Our improved security offering, better delivery, and stronger price position has helped us achieve 56% growth in our managed services business over the past 18-months.
  • Organizations that have disparate cyber security products often require specialists for each solution in their stack. Watchguard provides outstanding training resources that equip our entire technical staff - significantly improving our service delivery while lowering our overall cost of business.
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ScreenShots

Watchguard Endpoint Security Screenshots

Screenshot of Main dashboardScreenshot of PUPs activityScreenshot of IoAs Panel- Threat Hunting ServiceScreenshot of Service provider-TrialsScreenshot of Endpoint Risks DashboardScreenshot of Program Blocked By Advanced Security Policies