ESET PROTECT
Cybersecurity solutions for your business. Prevention, detection and response.
Overview
ESET PROTECT is a security management platform that provides centralized visibility and control over ESET's suite of endpoint security products. It is designed for businesses of all sizes and has a specific program for MSPs, offering a multi-tenant console available both on-premises and in the cloud. The platform is known for its lightweight agent, high detection rates, and low rate of false positives. It provides multilayered protection, including advanced threat defense, full disk encryption, and an EDR component called ESET Inspect.
✨ Key Features
- Endpoint Antivirus & Antispyware
- Advanced Threat Defense (Cloud Sandbox)
- Endpoint Detection and Response (ESET Inspect)
- Full Disk Encryption Management
- Vulnerability & Patch Management
- Cloud-based or On-premises Console
- Multi-tenancy for MSPs
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extremely low system resource usage (lightweight agent)
- High detection rates with very few false positives
- Flexible deployment (cloud or on-premises console)
- Strong RMM and PSA integrations for MSPs
Unique Value: Delivers robust, multilayered endpoint security with a minimal performance footprint, managed from a single, flexible platform designed for MSP efficiency.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Deploying and managing endpoint protection across thousands of devices from a single console.
- Detecting and blocking malware with a low system footprint.
- Providing detailed forensic data for security incident investigations with ESET Inspect.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations looking for a fully autonomous, AI-driven EDR.
- Users who prefer a solution with an integrated, human-led 24/7 SOC as the primary offering.
🏆 Alternatives
ESET is often favored for its reliability and 'set and forget' nature, with a much lighter impact on endpoint performance than many competitors. Its EDR is powerful but generally requires more hands-on analysis compared to autonomous or fully managed solutions.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support available tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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