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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud

    Score7.9 out of 10
    Small Businesses (1-50 employees)
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud provides a solution for organizations' IT security needs, blocking ransomware, file-less malware, zero-day attacks and other emerging threats. Kaspersky’s cloud-based approach helps users to work securely on any device, and collaborate safely online, at work or at home, from remote offices and in the field. The cloud-native console means the organization's security can be managed from anywhere, any time.

    $215

    Zscaler Internet Access

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AZscaler Internet Access™ (ZIA) is a secure web gateway (SWG), delivering cloud native cyberthreat protection and zero trust access to the internet and SaaS apps.N/A
    Pricing
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Editions & Modules
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud
    starting at $215
    per year starting with 5 devices
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Plus
    starting at $342
    per year starting with 5 devices
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Pro
    starting at $550
    per year starting with 5 devices
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsDiscount available for multi-year contracts.—
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    Community Pulse
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Considered Both Products
    Kaspersky Lab
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    Zscaler
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    92%
    Would buy again
    11 Answers
    99%
    Would buy again
    284 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    12 Answers
    98%
    Delivers good value for the price
    245 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    92%
    Happy with the feature set
    11 Answers
    99%
    Happy with the feature set
    284 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    91%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    10 Answers
    97%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    207 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    12 Answers
    93%
    Implementation went as expected
    227 Answers
    Features
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Endpoint Security
    Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud and Zscaler Internet Access
    Feature
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud
    8.1
    12 Ratings
    5% below category average
    Zscaler Internet Access
    10.0
    2 Ratings
    11% above category average
    Anti-Exploit Technology8.012 Ratings00 Ratings
    Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)7.912 Ratings10.02 Ratings
    Centralized Management8.412 Ratings00 Ratings
    Hybrid Deployment Support7.811 Ratings00 Ratings
    Infection Remediation8.112 Ratings00 Ratings
    Vulnerability Management7.912 Ratings00 Ratings
    Malware Detection8.612 Ratings00 Ratings
    Identity Management
    Comparison of Identity Management features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud and Zscaler Internet Access
    Feature
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud
    -
    Ratings
    Zscaler Internet Access
    5.0
    2 Ratings
    55% below category average
    Multi-Factor Authentication00 Ratings5.02 Ratings
    Threat Intelligence
    Comparison of Threat Intelligence features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud and Zscaler Internet Access
    Feature
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud
    -
    Ratings
    Zscaler Internet Access
    8.5
    216 Ratings
    7% above category average
    Network Analytics00 Ratings8.7217 Ratings
    Threat Recognition00 Ratings8.3214 Ratings
    Vulnerability Classification00 Ratings8.5191 Ratings
    Automated Alerts and Reporting00 Ratings8.2205 Ratings
    Threat Analysis00 Ratings8.8203 Ratings
    Threat Intelligence Reporting00 Ratings8.5199 Ratings
    Automated Threat Identification00 Ratings8.5192 Ratings
    Zero Trust Security
    Comparison of Zero Trust Security features of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud and Zscaler Internet Access
    Feature
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud
    -
    Ratings
    Zscaler Internet Access
    8.9
    262 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Continuous Verification00 Ratings8.7245 Ratings
    Secure Web Gateways00 Ratings9.0236 Ratings
    Network Flow Control00 Ratings8.1217 Ratings
    Network Traffic Analysis00 Ratings8.8219 Ratings
    Segmentation Leveraging00 Ratings8.6194 Ratings
    Admin Access Control00 Ratings9.1230 Ratings
    Network Data Encryption00 Ratings8.8207 Ratings
    Network Topology Mapping00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.0
    (12 ratings)
    9.0
    (295 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.4
    (6 ratings)
    Usability
    8.1
    (3 ratings)
    8.8
    (279 ratings)
    Availability
    8.0
    (12 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Performance
    7.6
    (12 ratings)
    5.5
    (1 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    7.1
    (10 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Online Training
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    9.1
    (2 ratings)
    8.4
    (2 ratings)
    Configurability
    8.2
    (1 ratings)
    8.4
    (2 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.4
    (3 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.3
    (2 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security CloudZscaler Internet Access
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Kaspersky Lab
    Well-Suited Scenarios:Small to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs): Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is well-suited for SMBs with limited IT resources. Its cloud-based management simplifies deployment and ongoing security administration, allowing smaller businesses to benefit from enterprise-grade protection without the complexity.Distributed Workforces: In scenarios where employees work remotely or across multiple locations, the cloud-based nature of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is advantageous. It enables centralized management of security policies, ensuring consistent protection for all endpoints regardless of their physical location.Proactive Threat Detection: Organizations that prioritize proactive threat detection and response benefit from Kaspersky's advanced capabilities. The endpoint detection and response (EDR) features help identify and mitigate potential threats in real-time, crucial for industries handling sensitive data.Less Appropriate Scenarios:Highly Regulated Industries with Specific Compliance Requirements: In industries with stringent compliance regulations, organizations may require specialized solutions that offer more granular control and reporting features tailored to specific compliance standards. Kaspersky may need to enhance customization options to cater to these specific needs.Resource-Constrained Environments: While Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is generally efficient, organizations with extremely resource-constrained environments, such as older hardware or limited bandwidth, might find the solution demanding in terms of system resources.
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    Zscaler
    I feel the product is very good to set up basic standards and go beyond that in many aspects. However, due to being sometimes too simple, it limits the ability to do some other complex changes. Having the ability to do both would be ideal for some, if not all, of the products within Zscaler Internet Access. A simple setup to have it stand-up, and more advanced settings for those more experienced.
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    Pros
    Kaspersky Lab
    • Excellent Customer Service - Every time I need something from my main contact at Kaspersky I will get the fastest support within a day or two max, depending on the hour I call.
    • Excellent Performance - KES has been I can say a ghost on my company and my clients because of it's performance, since is light weight when processing and protecting.
    • Excellent Administration of Cloud Console - It's easy to navigate thru the KES Cloud Console having a quick help that orientates for any easy doubt to clear out, if needed to escalate I can always setup a Ticket and get a fast response.
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    Zscaler
    • Provides a secure VPN connection point for endpoint connectivity.
    • Provides the VPN connectivity in a fast and reliable connection state.
    • Very dependable, once connected the connection stays up and there's no fuss.
    • Very good at letting you know when you are not authenticated.
    • Very easy to authenticate and regain access when your session times out.
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    Cons
    Kaspersky Lab
    • Though the Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud provides security from all the types of Cyber threat but it will be great to have the protection from the attacks which occurs from inside of an organization.
    • As Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud provides the Cyber security training to it's users in only Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud Pro which should be included in it's all versions so that the users will be aware of the Cyber threats.
    • The feature of root cause analysis is a great feature of Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud but I feel there is a scope for improvement in it.
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    Zscaler
    • ZS CLI support to turn off ZIA and ZDX service specifically on mac.
    • Better visibility into failed posture devices, including a timeline and the reason the posture failed (This is about the Zscaler mobile portal: Enrolled devices --> Failed posture devices).
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Kaspersky Lab
    We have been using Kaspersky Endpoint Security products for several years and the jump to the console cloud has been very comfortable for us since we do not have to dedicate a server to the Kaspersky Endpoint Security console but rather the console is in the cloud so that we save the server and its financial amount, electrical expense, cost of its housing in the CPD.
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    Zscaler
    While Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) delivers critical value in cloud security and RBI compliance, I rate renewal likelihood 7/10 due to evolving needs versus platform limitations. Below is my rationale:
    Key Gaps:
    1. Advanced Threat Costs:
    ZIA’s add-ons (e.g., Advanced DLP, Sandboxing) incur 35%+ cost premiums – straining budgets as transaction volumes (UPI/iMobile) grow 50% YoY.
    2. API Banking Scalability:
    ZIA’s API rate limits throttle real-time policy sync during UPI peaks (10K+ TPS), forcing workarounds for finacle integrations.
    3. RBI Future-Proofing:
    Limited native support for upcoming digital rupee (CBDC) security rules requires custom development, increasing compliance overhead.
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    Usability
    Kaspersky Lab
    It allows us to roll out endpoint protection quickly from a cloud interface to hundreds of users within seconds and keep those devices secure. From deployment of BitLocker and keeping track of the keys from the interface has saves many users from stolen laptops and devices since we used Kaspersky as our main device protection.
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    Zscaler
    Getting started was pretty straightforward. We can tell the product is way more robust than we are using it. It started as a replacement for previous DNS-blocking content filtering, but we're exploring how this will add value with an upcoming DLP redesign and with traffic optimization at some of our remote sites with severe bandwidth limits.
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    Reliability and Availability
    Kaspersky Lab
    Kaspersky is a market leader company, so I had no doubt that I could trust their cloud services availability. As of now, I haven't experienced any downtime on their cloud portal or any issue in the agent itself. I would recommend it in terms of reliability.
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    Zscaler
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    Performance
    Kaspersky Lab
    We have had no major issues with Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud. The product has a very low overhead. There have been issues in the past where web pages have been slow to load, as they are being processed by the Kaspersky Security Network. That said, when the issue was reported to technical support, they were quick to assess and provide a viable work around.
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    Zscaler
    There are often performance issues reported
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    Support Rating
    Kaspersky Lab
    We only had to send a query to Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud support. We had a problem accessing the cloud console and we opened a case with them. They assisted us quickly and gave us precise and concise instructions to access the Kaspersky Endpoint Security cloud console.After completing the steps indicated we were able to access the console
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    Zscaler
    Zscaler's ZIA support is quick and knowledgable. They respond within 1-2 hours of you submitting your ticket. They are very thorough and are typically ready to jump on a live troubleshooting session. Our ZIA platform and how we use is it unique so at times tickets can be open for weeks but we alway get quality support compared to other unrelated product support in our enterprise
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    In-Person Training
    Kaspersky Lab
    The Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud online training was very complete and access to the console and the main administration tasks were explained to us.Also how to view security events, customer inventories and reports.In addition, Kaspersky provides a large number of manuals, web help, and videos to refresh your knowledge in the future.
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    Zscaler
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    Online Training
    Kaspersky Lab
    The Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud online training was very complete and access to the console and the main administration tasks were explained to us.Also how to view security events, customer inventories and reports.In addition, Kaspersky provides a large number of manuals, web help, and videos to refresh your knowledge in the future.
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    Zscaler
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    Implementation Rating
    Kaspersky Lab
    The implementation of this product is easy, the console is mounted and from it the client is distributed to the rest of the computers. In this way, the Kaspersky Endpoint Security client is installed on all the computers in the company's IT park and its servers.The installation of clients requires that they have visibility with the console that is in the cloud.
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    Zscaler
    good the engineer give excellent support and eplanation
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    Alternatives Considered
    Kaspersky Lab
    Comparison: Scope and Sophistication: Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud offers a comprehensive security suite with a focus on simplicity and cloud-based management.Kaspersky EDR Expert is specialized in advanced threat detection and response, suited for organizations with a higher level of cybersecurity maturity and a need for proactive threat hunting.Target Audience:Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is ideal for SMBs seeking a user-friendly, all-in-one security solution.Kaspersky EDR Expert caters to larger enterprises with a focus on in-depth threat analysis, incident response, and continuous monitoring.Deployment Options:Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is cloud-centric, simplifying deployment and management.Kaspersky EDR Expert provides flexibility with on-premises or hybrid deployment, accommodating diverse IT infrastructures.Ultimately, the choice between the two depends on the organization's size, cybersecurity maturity, and specific requirements. Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a versatile and accessible solution, while Kaspersky EDR Expert is tailored for organizations with a heightened focus on advanced threat detection and response capabilities.
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    Zscaler
    The overall user community and scope of supportability outweighed the others on our short list. Netskope was a close second, but the risk, though small, was greater than that of bringing Zscaler aboard. We were looking for a mature, well-supported, highly functional, and fine-grained solution that met all our user and information security requirements.
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    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    Kaspersky Lab
    The manufacturer Kaspersky was very flexible with the terms of the contract for the Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud product since it has prices by number of licenses, offering discounts for the volume of licenses to be contracted as well as for the duration of the contract. They show a very empathetic attitude with the client, trying to adapt to what the client needs.
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    Scalability
    Kaspersky Lab
    Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud is a distributed product, you connect to the console and the client is installed on the computers and servers and the only configuration it needs is the console address. Then they connect and the console downloads the virus definitions and defined policies.There are no client limitations, you can even have multiple consoles if you want to have "separate" clients.
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    Zscaler
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    Return on Investment
    Kaspersky Lab
    • KES Cloud is the next step on security, where clients did not believe on Cloud solutions, now with this approach of not having servers onsite they are Hapy with the solution, less asset management and updates of hardware is one of the best. At least per Year Min a 6-10K up to 20-30K per year saving with KES Cloud.
    • Cloud Console has been a great change due to de easiness to manage it ad reporting as well.
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    Zscaler
    • I would say it has a very good ROI, as whenever someone can't access something, they submit a ticket to our network engineer, and within minutes, the site is safely added to ZIA with best-practice configurations. After seeing a little of the UI from the Zenith event, it seems very user-friendly to control these policies.
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    Zscaler Internet Access Screenshots

    Screenshot of an overview of Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA), a cloud native security service edge (SSE) solution that builds on a decade of secure web gateway leadership. Offered as a scalable SaaS platform through Zscaler's security cloud, it replaces legacy network security solutions, preventing advanced attacks and data loss with a comprehensive zero trust approach. ZIA is integrated into the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ to provide superior defense-in-depth, secure connectivity, end user experience, and administrative visibility and control.