Head-to-head · Endpoint Protection Platforms
Microsoft Defender for Business vs Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection
Microsoft Defender for Business leads on 1 check, Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMicrosoft Defender for Business · 9.1/10
- Lowest starting priceMicrosoft Defender for Business · $3/user/mo
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresComodo Advanced Endpoint Protection · 5 of 5
Microsoft Defender for Business scores higher on our rubric for endpoint protection platforms: 9.1 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.
Microsoft Defender for Business is cheaper to start at $3/user/mo against $4/user/mo.
Microsoft Defender for Business is the better fit for small businesses wanting strong value. Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection is the better fit for budget-conscious mixed-platform teams.
- Microsoft Defender for Business fits best
Small businesses wanting strong value
- Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection fits best
Budget-conscious mixed-platform teams
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Side by side
| Feature | Microsoft Defender for Business 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #3 in Endpoint Protection Platforms | #8 in Endpoint Protection Platforms |
| Best for | Small businesses wanting strong value | Budget-conscious mixed-platform teams |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $3/user/mo (best) | $4/device/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days · card required | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Microsoft Defender for Business 0/5 · Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection 5/5 | ||
| Behavioral protection | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Exploit blocking | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Central management console | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Device control | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Server protection | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Supported operating systems | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Microsoft Defender for Business is an endpoint security solution for small and medium-sized organizations with up to 300 users. It protects Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices through next-generation antivirus, vulnerability… Read the review → |
Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection is an endpoint security platform for small and midsize businesses and enterprise environments. It combines antivirus, firewall, host intrusion prevention, behavioral analysis, file reputation, automatic… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Microsoft Defender for Business — where it wins
- Covers Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices
- Combines EDR, ransomware disruption, and automated remediation
- Integrates with Intune, SIEM, RMM, and PSA tools
Where it doesn't
- Annual billing applies to the $3 per user monthly price
- The plan supports up to 300 users and five devices per user
- Server protection is an optional add-on
Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection — where it wins
- Covers Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android endpoints
- Automatically contains unknown files in an isolated environment
- Includes centralized administration, device control and threat notifications
Where it doesn't
- Monthly billing is listed at $39 per device per month
- Advanced features may require more security-policy administration
- The plan lineup is presented under the same Premium name
- Microsoft Defender for Business9.1/10 · 30-day trial
Broad device coverage, EDR, and Microsoft integrations at $3 per user monthly.
Visit siteFull verdict → - Comodo Advanced Endpoint Protection8.6/10 · 30-day trial
Broad endpoint coverage and strong containment at a low annual per-device price.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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