HR & Recruiting · head to head
CharlieHR vs Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Security & Cybersecurity
Enterprise endpoint security built into Microsoft 365
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: CharlieHR limited payroll integration capabilities compared to dedicated payroll platforms; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales
- They diverge on capability: CharlieHR covers Employee Database, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which CharlieHR and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint actually diverge.
| Attribute | CharlieHR | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | £5/month | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | quote |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile (iOS/Android) | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Category | HR & Recruiting | Security & Cybersecurity |
| Founded | 2015 | 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 CharlieHR
- Employee Database
- Time Off Management
- Onboarding
- Performance Reviews
- Team Engagement
- Company Directory
- Slack
- Google Workspace
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
Both cover
- Microsoft 365
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
CharlieHR
No use cases recorded yet. See the CharlieHR review.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Enterprise endpoint security across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS via Plans 1 or 2not CharlieHR
- Small and medium-sized businesses using Microsoft Defender for Business as alternativenot CharlieHR
- Organisations using Microsoft 365 E5 which includes Defender for Endpoint Plan 2not CharlieHR
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
CharlieHR
- Limited payroll integration capabilities compared to dedicated payroll platforms
- Pricing structure geared toward UK and Europe, with limited localization for other regions
- Add-on services like Charlie Recruit and Charlie Advice incur additional costs
- Smaller employee base (approximately 30 people) compared to enterprise HR competitors
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
CharlieHR
£5/month- Core HR (Teams 1-4)$5/month
- Employee onboarding
- Time off management
- Document storage
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint review.
Which should you pick?
Choose CharlieHR if
- You need employee database.
- You work on Web, Mobile (iOS/Android).
- You also want time off 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 CharlieHR or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint better?
- Neither clearly leads. CharlieHR starts at £5/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, CharlieHR or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?
- CharlieHR starts at £5/month and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint at On request.
- Does CharlieHR or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint run on more platforms?
- CharlieHR runs on Web, Mobile (iOS/Android). Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
- What can CharlieHR do that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint cannot?
- CharlieHR covers Employee Database, Time Off Management, Onboarding, Performance Reviews. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Attack surface reduction, Next-gen protection, EDR. Both handle Microsoft 365.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
CharlieHR: Does CharlieHR offer a free plan?
CharlieHR does not have a free plan, but offers a 7-day free trial without requiring a credit card. Pricing starts at £5/month for teams of 1-4 employees.
SourceCharlieHR: What are CharlieHR's core features?
Core features include employee onboarding, time off tracking, performance reviews, document storage, employee engagement tools, and benefits management with access to 30,000+ discounts.
SourceCharlieHR: Does CharlieHR integrate with payroll systems?
CharlieHR integrates with major HR tech stacks and offers add-on services like Charlie Recruit for hiring automation. Payroll integration capabilities depend on the specific payroll provider you use.
SourceCharlieHR: Is CharlieHR GDPR compliant?
Yes. CharlieHR is GDPR-compliant and ISO 27001-certified, providing strong data security and privacy compliance for European businesses.
SourceCharlieHR: Does CharlieHR support multi-currency?
CharlieHR's pricing is primarily in GBP (British Pounds). International users can access the platform but currency and localization options may be limited.
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