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    Overview
    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    OpenText EnCase Endpoint Security

    Score1 out of 10
    N/AOpenText EnCase Endpoint Security, is an endpoint security solution designed to provide 360-degree visibility across laptops, desktops and servers for proactive discovery of sensitive data, identification and remediation of threats and discreet, forensically-sound data collection and investigation. The application was developed and sold by Guardian Software as EnCase Endpoint Security, and is now part of the Security Suite from OpenText, since the acquisition in summer 2017.N/A

    Watchguard Endpoint Security

    Score8.8 out of 10
    N/AWatchGuard 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
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
    Editions & Modules
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
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    96%
    Would buy again
    111 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
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    96%
    Delivers good value for the price
    103 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
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    97%
    Happy with the feature set
    113 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    97%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    106 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
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    93%
    Implementation went as expected
    105 Answers
    Features
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
    Endpoint Security
    Comparison of Endpoint Security features of OpenText EnCase Endpoint Security and Watchguard Endpoint Security
    Feature
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint Security
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    Ratings
    Watchguard Endpoint Security
    8.2
    121 Ratings
    4% below category average
    Anti-Exploit Technology00 Ratings8.3115 Ratings
    Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)00 Ratings8.6119 Ratings
    Centralized Management00 Ratings7.5116 Ratings
    Hybrid Deployment Support00 Ratings8.02 Ratings
    Infection Remediation00 Ratings9.05 Ratings
    Vulnerability Management00 Ratings7.720 Ratings
    Malware Detection00 Ratings8.6120 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
    Likelihood to Recommend
    1.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.3
    (123 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.0
    (13 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.1
    (88 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.7
    (4 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.5
    (4 ratings)
    Support Rating
    1.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.3
    (12 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.6
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.6
    (8 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (2 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.7
    (2 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.7
    (4 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
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    8.7
    (4 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.6
    (4 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    OpenText EnCase Endpoint SecurityWatchguard Endpoint Security
    Likelihood to Recommend
    OpenText
    It is more suited to environments that have a large internal user base since there will be more incidents that require forensic analysis. It will be less suited for environments that have a small internal user base due to the fact that there would be fewer incidents that require forensic analysis, but it really depends on the industry that a small internal user base is a part of.
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    I can only speak to WatchGuard Endpoint Security being well suited for us. Because we have over 350 devices (tablet, laptops, desktops, phones) on our network, this product has been a great fit, especially when paired wih our Firebox m390. Again, the protection is fast, low overhead, and virtually undetectable that it is running all the time.
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    Pros
    OpenText
    • Functionality meets minimal requirements, since it performs forensic investigations as advertised.
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    • Threat Detection.
    • Evaluation times for unknown executables in the cloud.
    • User-friendly and intuitive interface.
    • Resource consumption on the endpoint.
    • Simple and visual automatic reports.
    • Easy-to-access cloud platform without local resources.
    • Threat alert and ability to schedule automatic actions.
    • Possibility of remotely blocking equipment and taking automatic or manual actions.
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    Cons
    OpenText
    • Their UI definitely needs to be more user-friendly, right now it is very cumbersome to run and view investigations.
    • Authentication mechanism should be a simple username/password, not certificate-based which is difficult to manage.
    • Needs better support documentation for the product, it is difficult to find solutions to issues that we run into.
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    • White listing scripts are either all or none, not able to white list a particular script
    • There is a delay occasionally from when an endpoint recognizes a potential threat to when that is reported in the cloud management tool
    • Other than those two, Watchguard Endpoint Security has been great - easy to deploy, manage, support and great at protection
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    Likelihood to Renew
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    The ease of use, pricing, support, reliability, and quality of the product. Panda / WatchGuard products are highly rated, priced right and easy to maintain. All of this make it very easy to renew and purchase new licenses for us and our clients.
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    Usability
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    Because support is non-existent whenever you have a functionality issue using the product. Also since the UI is so cumbersome to use we could use as much support as possible. Whenever we ask for support we are told to take the training which costs us more money. I believe that support should be easily accessible and affordable for the client
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    Trainer was excellent, knew this product in-depth.
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    Online Training
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    The other forensic tool that is a direct competitor to EnCase and wasn't listed above is the Forensic Toolkit or FTK. I believe that FTK is a better tool overall simply because it is easier to manage and use when it comes to investigations. Unfortunately, I wasn't part of the decision process and EnCase was the tool selected, otherwise, I would have recommended FTK.
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    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, primarily, it's ability as an Endpoint Security program. Though the fact we offer both solution proves that WatchGuard Endpoint Security has it's place in an MSP's portfolio.
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    Scalability
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    WatchGuard Technologies
    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
    OpenText
    • One negative impact would be that since the UI is cumbersome to use we would need to spend more money on training which is not always feasible.
    • Another negative impact would be that since there is not much support available this slows down investigations due to finding out how to troubleshoot and fix functionality issues.
    • One positive impact would be that since it meets minimal requirements when it comes to forensic analysis it gives us visibility on any malicious activity occurring on a user's endpoint.
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    WatchGuard Technologies
    • It has allowed me to add clients without increasing IT staffing
    • Its price point is very competitive for my company and my client's companies
    • Its ability to prevent ALL successful attacks on my company and that of my clients over the last 23+ years has immeasurable value in both confidence and dollars
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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