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Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems vs. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricPowertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

by Fortra

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

by Microsoft

Overall rating4.64.4
Review count13312
Ease of use9.18.8
Ease of setup8.88.7
Quality of support9.88.7
Meets requirements9.18.8
NPS76.92307758.745875
Small Business7.7%27.2%
Mid-Market46.2%34.6%
Enterprise46.2%38.2%
Total page views103757
Total LLM citations425,773

Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

Powertech Antivirus (formerly Stand Guard Anti-Virus) is the only commercially available server-level antivirus solution native to IBM i, Linux, and AIX, enabling organizations to meet compliance requirements and protect infrastructure from viruses. Powertech Antivirus keeps up-to-date by automatically downloading the latest virus definitions and enhancements to protect from the latest threats. A Key Part of Fortra (the new face of HelpSystems) Powertech is proud to be part of Fortra’s comprehensive cybersecurity portfolio.

Pros

    Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

    Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a complete endpoint security solution that delivers preventative protection, post-breach detection, automated investigation, and response. With Defender for Endpoint, you have: Agentless, cloud powered - No additional deployment or infrastructure. No delays or update compatibility issues. Always up to date. Unparalleled optics - Built on the industry’s deepest insight into Windows threats and shared signals across devices, identities, and information.

    Pros

    • Ease of Use
    • Threat Detection
    • Security
    • Protection
    • Cybersecurity Protection
    • Features