Government · head to head
CentralSquare vs Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
CentralSquare
Government
Public Safety and Administration Software
- From
- $1500/month
- Free plan
- No
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Cybersecurity
Enterprise endpoint security built into Microsoft 365
- From
- On request
- Free plan
- No
The short version
- Each has a real cost: CentralSquare no pricing information is published on the website; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales
- They diverge on capability: CentralSquare covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which CentralSquare and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint actually diverge.
| Attribute | CentralSquare | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $1500/month | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | quote |
| Platforms | Web, Desktop, Ios, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Category | Government | Cybersecurity |
| Founded | 2018 | 1975 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in CentralSquare
- Computer-Aided Dispatch
- Records Management
- Jail Management
- Fire RMS
- Community Development
- Esri ArcGIS
- FBI CJIS
- NCIC
Only in Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Threat & vulnerability management
- Attack surface reduction
- Next-gen protection
- EDR
- Auto investigation
- Microsoft Threat Experts
- Threat analytics
- Secure score
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
CentralSquare
- Citizen Servicesnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Records Managementnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Public Safetynot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Civic Engagementnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Enterprise endpoint security across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS via Plans 1 or 2not CentralSquare
- Small and medium-sized businesses using Microsoft Defender for Business as alternativenot CentralSquare
- Organisations using Microsoft 365 E5 which includes Defender for Endpoint Plan 2not CentralSquare
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
CentralSquare
- No pricing information is published on the website
- Pricing model is not disclosed; visitors are directed to request a demo or contact sales
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales
- Defender for Endpoint Plan 1 and Plan 2 do not include server licenses; additional licensing required for server protection
- Specific feature differences between Plan 1 and Plan 2 require consulting Microsoft documentation
Pricing, plan by plan
CentralSquare
$1500/month- Public Safety Suite$1500/month
- CAD
- Records Management
- Mobile Solutions
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint review.
Which should you pick?
Choose CentralSquare if
- You need computer-aided dispatch.
- You work on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android.
- You also want records management.
Choose Microsoft Defender for Endpoint if
- You need threat & vulnerability management.
- You work on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
- You also want attack surface reduction.
Questions people ask
- Is CentralSquare or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint better?
- Neither clearly leads. CentralSquare starts at $1500/month and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, CentralSquare or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?
- CentralSquare starts at $1500/month and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint at On request.
- Does CentralSquare or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint run on more platforms?
- CentralSquare runs on Web, Desktop, Ios, Android. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
- What is CentralSquare best used for?
- CentralSquare is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement. Of those, citizen services and records management are not what Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is typically brought in for.
- What can CentralSquare do that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint cannot?
- CentralSquare covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management, Jail Management, Fire RMS. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Attack surface reduction, Next-gen protection, EDR.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
CentralSquare: How much does CentralSquare cost?
CentralSquare does not publish pricing on its website. The company directs customers to request a demo or schedule a call with their sales team to discuss pricing.
SourceMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint: How is Microsoft Defender for Endpoint priced?
Defender for Endpoint is bundled into Microsoft 365 enterprise subscriptions. Plan 1 is included in Microsoft 365 E3, and Plan 2 is included in Microsoft 365 E5. Individual pricing is not published separately.
SourceCentralSquare: What is CentralSquare's pricing model?
The pricing model is not disclosed. CentralSquare appears to use a custom quote or consultation-based approach, as the website does not mention subscription plans or tier-based pricing.
SourceMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint: Does Microsoft Defender for Endpoint offer a trial?
Yes. A free trial is available for prospective customers to test the product before committing to a subscription.
SourceCentralSquare: Is there a free tier or trial?
No information about free tiers or trials is available on the website.
SourceMicrosoft Defender for Endpoint: What is the difference between Plan 1 and Plan 2?
Plan 1 (in E3) includes unified security tools, device controls, network protection, firewall, web/URL controls, APIs, SIEM connectors, and app controls. Plan 2 (in E5) adds endpoint detection and response, deception techniques, automatic attack disruption, exposure management, and threat intelligence.
SourceCentralSquare: How do I get a pricing quote?
Contact CentralSquare through their website to request a demo or schedule a call with their sales team.
SourceRelated pages
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