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# Microsoft Defender XDR

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> Microsoft 365 Defender is an artificial intelligence (AI) powered, cross-directory threat protection solution for
Automatic threat detection, investigation and response alongside the single dashboard designed to reduce confusion, clutter, and alert fatigue, enable responders to rapidly identify new types and variants of malware while effectively mitigating known threats.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 61 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 61 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Microsoft
- **Location**: Redmond, US
- **Founded**: 1975

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial)
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- AI/Machine Learning
- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Alerts/Escalation
- Alerts/Notifications
- Anomaly/Malware Detection
- Application Security
- Behavioural Analytics
- Collaboration Tools
- Continuous Monitoring
- Data Collection
- Data Visualisation
- Endpoint Management
- Endpoint Protection Software
- Event Analysis
- Prioritisation
- Remediation Management
- Root Cause Analysis

## Category

- [Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4754/xdr-software/software)

## Related Categories

- [Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4754/xdr-software/software)
- [Endpoint Protection Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4777/endpoint-protection-software/software)
- [Endpoint Detection and Response Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3977/edr/software)

## Alternatives

1. [ManageEngine Endpoint Central](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/117339/manageengine-endpoint-central) — 4.6/5 (1488 reviews)
2. [SentinelOne](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/363019/sentinelone) — 4.8/5 (109 reviews)
3. [ESET Endpoint Security](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/134149/eset-endpoint-security) — 4.7/5 (1169 reviews)
4. [Symantec Endpoint Security](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/194173/symantec-endpoint-protection-small-business) — 4.4/5 (548 reviews)
5. [Iru](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/71745/Iru) — 4.9/5 (477 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Effective Data Protection Solution." — 5.0/5

> **Steven** | *13 April 2023* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
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> **Pros**: Data security with Microsoft 365 Defender is excellent and the user experience management also is incredible. Data processing is cost effective and the integration to other third party tools is amazing. The access control tools and alert functions are very responsive.
> 
> **Cons**: None at all the Microsoft tool was easy to implement and the configuration also was very simple process.
> 
> Excellent data quality managementctool and Agile work management and real time analytics generation this platform is effective.

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### "A no brainer Enterprise-grade defense suite" — 5.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *10 September 2024* | Financial Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: - Powerful capabilities and multiple configuration options
- Management console is comprehensive
- Ease of integration with Sentinel
> 
> **Cons**: - Configuration requires training or familiarity with Microsoft 365 Defender capabilities
> 
> Microsoft 365 Defender is a fully featured and extremely powerful security solution, baked directly by Microsoft to secure Microsoft products.

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### "Microsoft review" — 3.0/5

> **Chinthaka** | *19 March 2022* | Writing & Editing | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: i already use this and i like this because it makes my work easier.
> 
> **Cons**: i already use this and i like this because it makes my work easier.

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### "Good enough but you can find better options" — 4.0/5

> **Luke** | *31 July 2022* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I like that it came free with our new laptops. Everything offered is pretty straightforward forward and it runs without interruptions in the background. Does not overload the system.
> 
> **Cons**: Others offer the same for free (AVG). You can't plan scans. To perform simple tasks you have to click six-eight times. It looks outdated. It could have a more fun and friendly interface.
> 
> Good but I doubt I will continue paying.

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### "Added security for your PC" — 4.0/5

> **Jermaine** | *13 December 2021* | Higher Education | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I like the fact that Defender comes integrated with Windows.  It offers protection against malware and is a great layer of added security.  The interface is organized and allow for ease of use and additional features may be purchased for protection against more severe threats.
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> **Cons**: Integrated version might not make a good stand alone defense against more severe threats

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