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Powertech Antivirus for IBM Systems vs. WatchGuard Endpoint Security

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

MetricPowertech Antivirus for IBM Systems

by Fortra

WatchGuard Endpoint Security

by WatchGuard

Overall rating4.64.4
Review count13123
Ease of use9.19.1
Ease of setup8.88.7
Quality of support9.88.6
Meets requirements9.18.8
NPS76.92307761.206897
Small Business7.7%53.3%
Mid-Market46.2%32.0%
Enterprise46.2%14.8%
Total page views103765
Total LLM citations421,569

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

    WatchGuard Endpoint Security

    The WatchGuard Endpoint Security portfolio delivers endpoint security for organizations of every size, from foundational protection to advanced EDR, zero-trust execution, and automated containment. Designed to scale with organizational maturity, the portfolio includes Endpoint Security Basic, Prime, 360, and Elite. All solutions are managed through a single, lightweight agent and WatchGuard Cloud, simplifying deployment and management while maintaining consistent security across environments.

    Pros

    • Security
    • Protection
    • Features
    • Malware Protection
    • Threat Protection
    • Threat Detection