Government · head to head
ClearGov vs Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
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: ClearGov no pricing is published at any level, and the pricing page states no cost structure or model at all; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales
- They diverge on capability: ClearGov covers Budget Visualization, 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 ClearGov and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint actually diverge.
| Attribute | ClearGov | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $200/month | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | quote |
| Platforms | Web | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Category | Government | Cybersecurity |
| Founded | 2014 | 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 ClearGov
- Budget Visualization
- Financial Benchmarking
- Capital Planning
- Digital Budget Books
- Public Dashboards
- Tyler Munis
- OpenGov
- Excel
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.
ClearGov
- municipal budget and financial transparencynot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- government finance analytics and reportingnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- civic engagement and public recordsnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Enterprise endpoint security across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS via Plans 1 or 2not ClearGov
- Small and medium-sized businesses using Microsoft Defender for Business as alternativenot ClearGov
- Organisations using Microsoft 365 E5 which includes Defender for Endpoint Plan 2not ClearGov
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
ClearGov
- No pricing is published at any level, and the pricing page states no cost structure or model at all
- No cost driver such as population, budget size or user count is named
- The only routes to a figure are an email address and a demo booking
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
ClearGov
$200/month- Transparency$200/month
- Budget Visualization
- Benchmarking
- Public Dashboards
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint review.
Which should you pick?
Choose ClearGov if
- You need budget visualization.
- You also want financial benchmarking.
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 ClearGov or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint better?
- Neither clearly leads. ClearGov starts at $200/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, ClearGov or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?
- ClearGov starts at $200/month and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint at On request.
- Does ClearGov or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint run on more platforms?
- ClearGov runs on Web. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
- What is ClearGov best used for?
- ClearGov is most often used for municipal budget and financial transparency, government finance analytics and reporting, civic engagement and public records. Of those, municipal budget and financial transparency and government finance analytics and reporting are not what Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is typically brought in for.
- What can ClearGov do that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint cannot?
- ClearGov covers Budget Visualization, Financial Benchmarking, Capital Planning, Digital Budget Books. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Attack surface reduction, Next-gen protection, EDR.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
ClearGov: How much does ClearGov cost?
ClearGov pricing is not published; you must schedule a demo or contact [email protected] to request pricing information.
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.
SourceClearGov: Does ClearGov offer a free trial?
ClearGov does not publish a free trial option; pricing inquiry and trial availability must be discussed through a demo request with their sales team.
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.
SourceClearGov: What is ClearGov's pricing model?
ClearGov appears to operate on a custom, quote-based pricing model; costs are tailored to specific municipalities based on population size, features, and implementation requirements.
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.
SourceClearGov: How do I get a ClearGov pricing quote?
Visit cleargov.com and click the demo scheduling button, or email [email protected]; provide details about your municipality size and required features for an accurate quote.
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