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At a Glance
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Star Rating
(299)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (52.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
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Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint
Star Rating
(460)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (65.1% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Sophos Intercept X excels in Threat Hunting with a score of 9.5, indicating a robust capability to proactively identify and mitigate threats, while CrowdStrike Falcon's score of 9.1 suggests it may not be as strong in this area.
  • Reviewers mention that Sophos offers superior Malware Detection with a score of 9.7, which is slightly higher than CrowdStrike's 9.6, highlighting its effectiveness in identifying and neutralizing malware threats.
  • G2 users note that Sophos Intercept X has a better Web Control feature, scoring 9.2 compared to CrowdStrike's 8.7, suggesting that users may find Sophos more effective in managing web access and preventing malicious sites.
  • Users on G2 report that CrowdStrike Falcon shines in Incident Management with a strong focus on automated response capabilities, which may appeal to organizations looking for streamlined incident handling.
  • Reviewers say that Sophos Intercept X provides excellent Compliance support with a score of 9.4, indicating a strong alignment with regulatory requirements, while CrowdStrike's score of 9.1 suggests it may not be as comprehensive in this area.
  • Users report that both products offer solid Real-Time Detection capabilities, with both scoring 9.6, but Sophos Intercept X is noted for its user-friendly interface that enhances the overall experience in monitoring threats.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Falcon Pro
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Sophos Endpoint
No pricing available
Free Trial
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Free Trial is available
Sophos Endpoint
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
211
9.3
345
Ease of Use
9.0
213
9.2
351
Ease of Setup
9.2
173
9.2
311
Ease of Admin
9.0
164
9.3
307
Quality of Support
8.9
207
8.7
337
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
165
9.2
304
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
191
9.1
332
Features by Category
Endpoint Protection PlatformsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
9.1
64
9.4
101
Administration
9.1
45
9.4
89
8.6
41
9.2
94
8.8
44
9.3
89
8.8
47
9.3
81
8.8
47
9.3
87
Functionality
9.5
55
9.4
89
8.4
44
9.4
83
9.3
51
9.6
90
9.5
56
9.6
92
Analysis
8.9
53
9.3
89
9.2
50
9.3
89
9.1
52
9.4
89
ServiceNow Store AppsHide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
9.4
21
Not enough data
ServiceNow Apps
8.8
13
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
Agentic AI - ServiceNow Store Apps
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Extended Detection and Response (XDR) PlatformsHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
9.2
54
9.3
124
Detection & Response
9.2
45
9.1
112
9.2
46
9.4
116
9.4
46
9.4
116
9.7
47
9.6
118
Management
8.9
46
9.2
110
8.8
43
8.8
105
9.0
43
9.1
108
Analytics
9.3
47
9.4
116
9.1
46
9.0
110
9.2
47
9.2
109
Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)Hide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
9.3
17
Not enough data
Monitoring
9.4
17
Not enough data
9.7
17
Not enough data
8.5
16
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
9.2
16
Not enough data
Remediation
9.3
17
Not enough data
9.5
17
Not enough data
Managed Detection and Response (MDR)Hide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
9.0
15
Not enough data
Platform Features
9.3
14
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.9
15
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.3
15
Not enough data
7.6
14
Not enough data
Automation Capabilities
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
7.9
22
8.3
104
Generative AI
7.8
19
8.2
103
7.5
19
8.3
105
Endpoint ManagementHide 1 FeatureShow 1 Feature
8.3
12
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.9
12
Not enough data
User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
8.4
8
Not enough data
Agentic AI - User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
Detection
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.9
79
Not enough data
Orchestration
8.8
58
Not enough data
8.8
58
Not enough data
9.2
63
Not enough data
8.8
58
Not enough data
Information
9.2
66
Not enough data
9.5
69
Not enough data
9.3
67
Not enough data
Personalization
9.4
67
Not enough data
9.4
67
Not enough data
8.7
58
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.8
14
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)Hide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Network Management
10.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Incident Management
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
10.0
5
Not enough data
Security Intelligence
10.0
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
System Control
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Vulnerability Prevention
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform and Sophos Endpoint are categorized as Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms, Endpoint Protection Platforms, Antivirus, and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
8.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
39.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
52.7%
Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
12.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
65.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
21.9%
Reviewers' Industry
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Information Technology and Services
17.0%
Computer & Network Security
9.7%
Financial Services
8.7%
Hospital & Health Care
5.4%
Computer Software
4.7%
Other
54.5%
Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint
Information Technology and Services
11.5%
Computer & Network Security
5.5%
Hospital & Health Care
4.8%
Computer Software
4.8%
Education Management
4.4%
Other
68.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Clarissa N.
CN
Clarissa N.
Verified User in Telecommunications

I like how it shows the process of when there is an attack and what executable it used, and where it was trying to go. I also like how you can remotely, if needed, shut down a user's computer. You can implement rules and say this executable is safe after w...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

I dislike their phishing protection capabilities. Doesn't protect against SMS and seems to just alert instead of prevent. I would like to see them improve visibility into apps and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint
Most Helpful Favorable Review
BW
Brock W.
Verified User in Telecommunications

I like how easy it is to configure and manage, as well as how well it works. I have had extremely good luck with it, and i have used it since it was in beta form. I have looked at other offerings, but keep sticking with Sophos, which must mean something.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Internet

Not so user friendly when trying to track down threats on local machines on the network.

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Discussions
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform
CrowdStrike Falcon Endpoint Protection Platform Discussions
How to uninstall the CS sensor remotely from any host?
2 comments
Bryan B.
BB
This can be done via RTR if enabled or via deploying CS's uninstall tool through GPO, or whatever other deployment package manager you are using.Read more
Crowd strike have UBA??
1 comment
Bryan B.
BB
No it does not.Read more
How do people see Firewall logs in Crowdstrike . Is it Possible to view Firewall logs or requires a separated application to pull those into CS console.
1 comment
Bryan B.
BB
You can see firewall changes and rule modifications under the event_SimpleNames "FirewallChangeOption" and "FirewallSetRule". CrowdStrike's Firewall license...Read more
Sophos Endpoint
Sophos Endpoint Discussions
Is Sophos Endpoint an antivirus?
1 comment
PS
Certainly! Please provide the text in the Unknown Language that you would like translated into English.Read more
Is Sophos intercept x any good?
1 comment
okan k.
OK
Yes, it is good. Low footprint and updates are small so faster updating of definition files. Read more
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Sophos Endpoint has no more discussions with answers