Critical Start MDR
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VisitCritical Start MDR vs Microsoft Defender for Business
Microsoft Defender for Business
7.5#1 in data security posture management softwareAndroidiOSAPImacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Critical Start MDR | Microsoft Defender for Business |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Critical Start lists its headquarters at 6100 Tennyson Pkwy, Suite 200, Plano, Texas 75024. | Redmond, Washington, United States |
| Integrations | Named integrations include CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR, SentinelOne, and VMware Carbon Black. | The product integrates with Microsoft 365 Lighthouse and can work with remote monitoring and management tools and professional services automation software. |
Critical Start MDR plans
- Critical Start MDRPriced on request
Microsoft Defender for Business plans
- Microsoft Entra Internet Access$5 a month
- Microsoft Entra Suite$12 a month
- Microsoft Defender for Business$3
Pick Critical Start MDR if…
Critical Start MDR suits organizations seeking managed security monitoring and coordinated response, including those with operational technology environments. Its integrations and mobile response actions may fit teams using the named security platforms or needing mobile incident actions.
Pick Microsoft Defender for Business if…
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