Microsoft Defender for Endpoint vs. Trellix Helix

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Score 8.3 out of 10
N/A
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (formerly Microsoft Defender ATP) is a holistic, cloud delivered endpoint security solution that includes risk-based vulnerability management and assessment, attack surface reduction, behavioral based and cloud-powered next generation protection, endpoint detection and response (EDR), automatic investigation and remediation, managed hunting services, rich APIs, and unified security management.
$2.50
per user/per month
Trellix Helix
Score 8.5 out of 10
Enterprise companies (1,001+ employees)
Trellix Helix (formerly FireEye Helix) is a SIEM solution providing a non-malware threat detection solution.
$0
Events per second
Pricing
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
Editions & Modules
Academic
$2.50
per user/per month
Standalone
$5.20
per user/per month
Helix Console
$0
Events per second
Helix Enterprise
$0
Events per second
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
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Community Pulse
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
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Features
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
Endpoint Security
Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
8.2
53 Ratings
4% below category average
Trellix Helix
-
Ratings
Anti-Exploit Technology8.051 Ratings00 Ratings
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)8.551 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized Management7.952 Ratings00 Ratings
Hybrid Deployment Support7.810 Ratings00 Ratings
Infection Remediation8.252 Ratings00 Ratings
Vulnerability Management8.350 Ratings00 Ratings
Malware Detection8.553 Ratings00 Ratings
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Comparison of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) features of Product A and Product B
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
-
Ratings
Trellix Helix
8.5
4 Ratings
8% above category average
Centralized event and log data collection00 Ratings8.54 Ratings
Correlation00 Ratings8.14 Ratings
Event and log normalization/management00 Ratings8.54 Ratings
Deployment flexibility00 Ratings8.44 Ratings
Integration with Identity and Access Management Tools00 Ratings8.94 Ratings
Custom dashboards and workspaces00 Ratings8.14 Ratings
Host and network-based intrusion detection00 Ratings9.04 Ratings
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Splunk Enterprise
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Score 8.4 out of 10
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BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
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Score 8.7 out of 10
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User Ratings
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
Likelihood to Recommend
8.2
(73 ratings)
9.0
(4 ratings)
Support Rating
9.0
(5 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Ease of integration
-
(0 ratings)
8.1
(4 ratings)
User Testimonials
Microsoft Defender for EndpointTrellix Helix
Likelihood to Recommend
Microsoft
Usually we had lots two platforms tasked with scanning exposures, anti-malware and provision for information and threat management. But with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint we have an all inclusive platform that even integrate with other Microsoft security apps such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud for enhanced threat insights and visibility.
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
The UI displays wells the deviations and anomalies using advanced threat intelligence so you have full control of your security ecosystem. We've used it for two years to secure our servers and we easily customize threat detections to reduce the stressful false positives. We fill the XDR AI with data and it correlates with incident data to deliver unmatched frontline security intelligence.
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Pros
Microsoft
  • It provides a unified security experience when combined with other Microsoft products such as Microsoft Defender for 365 and Azure Defender.
  • It has an excellent dashboard and centralized view that make it easy to see and control everything from one location.
  • It's an EDR tool designed to help you understand incidents and alerts better.
  • Real-time detection of attacks and prompt endpoint device responses. It effortlessly interacts with additional Microsoft security products.
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
  • Detection of advanced threats.
  • Easy integration with cloud resources and our existing security tools thus enhancing performance.
  • Easy deployment with great threats intelligence capabilities.
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Cons
Microsoft
  • Does not allow for remediation from the management console.
  • The ticket system doesn't alert the person assigned to the ticket.
  • You have to submit requests for whitelisting applications.
  • Scanning exclusions are tricky to find.
  • Adding devices, especially Apple devices, is very cumbersome.
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
  • Overly complex platform
  • Multiple logins needed for various tools--leads to confusion
  • Costs can add up
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Support Rating
Microsoft
The first time I tried to onboard my macOS endpoints to MDE I struggled for quite a bit. I had to reach out to Microsoft's MDE support team. The tech was very helpful in walking me through the steps during a screen share session
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
We've been fairly happy with FireEye Helix support overall. Most issues are resolved the same day the case is opened.
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Alternatives Considered
Microsoft
in an overall protection sentinelone is providing better protection for us, but as it comes with subscription's limitation, we have to be really careful in managing the licenses, the MS Defender for endpoint is providing us a decent protection which we are not complaining about, why we chose them ? as mentioned, this is coming with our subscription
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
I find Helix to be super-efficient and able to cut through the noise. Previous installations of LogRhythm and Splunk resulting in an overwhelming amount of noise (out of the gate), and we had to constantly tune out false positives. Helix is different. Out of the gate, Helix provided higher fidelity hits, and our teams don't spend half their day turning out the noise.
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Return on Investment
Microsoft
  • By providing robust threat protection, Defender for Endpoint can prevent downtime caused by security issues. Employees can work without interruptions, leading to increased productivity.
  • By significantly decreasing the frequency of security incidents like malware infections and data breaches, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint can protect your network. The cost of incident response, cleanup, and potential regulatory fines are reduced as a result of the decrease in events.
  • The implementation and configuration of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint may require an initial investment in licensing, training, and deployment, which can temporarily affect ROI.
  • The cost of licensing can be substantial, especially for larger organizations. This cost needs to be factored into the ROI calculation.
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Trellix (FireEye + McAfee)
  • Optimization of your security investments.
  • Operations are seamless and better with easy integrations that enhance performance.
  • Efficiency in running of incidences with enhanced case management for all its alerts.
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ScreenShots

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Screenshots

Screenshot of blocked activitiesScreenshot of Detects & respondsScreenshot of discovers vulnerabilityScreenshot of Eliminates blind spotsScreenshot of Risk management

Trellix Helix Screenshots

Screenshot of Helix Cloud IntegrationsScreenshot of Helix Asset Alert Correlation