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JFrog Artifactory vs Microsoft Defender
JFrog Artifactory
Developer Tools
The Universal Binary Repository
- From
- Free
- Free plan
- Yes
Microsoft Defender
Cybersecurity
Always-on protection for you and your family's data and devices
- From
- $12/month
- Free plan
- No
The short version
- Only JFrog Artifactory has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: JFrog Artifactory pro tier limited-time pricing at $50/month (regular rate $150/month); overages charged per GB at tiered rates; Microsoft Defender defender Suite requires existing Microsoft 365 E3 or equivalent base licensing
- Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which JFrog Artifactory and Microsoft Defender actually diverge.
| Attribute | JFrog Artifactory | Microsoft Defender |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | $12/month |
| Pricing model | usage-based | subscription |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Category | Developer Tools | Cybersecurity |
Identical on both: platforms (Web), user rating (Not yet rated).
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
JFrog Artifactory
- Governing AI models and agents in single source of truthnot Microsoft Defender
- Syncing artifacts across federated repositories in multiple sitesnot Microsoft Defender
- Blocking risky and non-compliant open-source packages proactivelynot Microsoft Defender
- Automating source code vulnerability remediation in real-timenot Microsoft Defender
- Collecting compliance evidence throughout software lifecyclenot Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender
- Endpoint security and threat protectionnot JFrog Artifactory
- Identity and access securitynot JFrog Artifactory
- Email threat protectionnot JFrog Artifactory
- SaaS application security monitoringnot JFrog Artifactory
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
JFrog Artifactory
- Pro tier limited-time pricing at $50/month (regular rate $150/month); overages charged per GB at tiered rates
- Enterprise+ plan requires custom quote; specific pricing not published
- Consumption-based model adds unpredictability to monthly costs for variable storage needs
Microsoft Defender
- Defender Suite requires existing Microsoft 365 E3 or equivalent base licensing
- Some Defender products use pay-as-you-go pricing with variable costs
- Prices vary based on Microsoft agreements, requiring sales contact for custom quotes
Pricing, plan by plan
JFrog Artifactory
Free- Pro$50/month
- Limited-time offer pricing (regularly $150/month)
- 25 GB storage included monthly
- Tiered overage pricing: $1.25 per GB at 25-1,204 GB usage
- Enterprise X$950/month
- 125 GB storage included
- High availability and artifact federation
- SSO and advanced security scanning included
Microsoft Defender
$12/month- Microsoft Defender Suite$12/month
- Endpoint protection
- Identity threat detection
- Email security
- Microsoft 365 E5 with Defender$60/month
- Includes Defender Suite
- Microsoft Teams included
- Comprehensive security and compliance
- Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management Add-on$2/month
- Vulnerability scanning and management
- One-month free trial available
- Annual commitment required
Which should you pick?
Choose Microsoft Defender if
Nothing in the data separates Microsoft Defender from JFrog Artifactory on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.
Questions people ask
- Is JFrog Artifactory or Microsoft Defender better?
- Neither clearly leads. JFrog Artifactory starts at Free and Microsoft Defender at $12/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, JFrog Artifactory or Microsoft Defender?
- JFrog Artifactory has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for JFrog Artifactory and $12/month for Microsoft Defender.
- Does JFrog Artifactory or Microsoft Defender run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use JFrog Artifactory for free?
- Yes. JFrog Artifactory has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Microsoft Defender starts at $12/month.
- What is JFrog Artifactory best used for?
- JFrog Artifactory is most often used for governing ai models and agents in single source of truth, syncing artifacts across federated repositories in multiple sites, blocking risky and non-compliant open-source packages proactively, automating source code vulnerability remediation in real-time. Of those, governing ai models and agents in single source of truth and syncing artifacts across federated repositories in multiple sites are not what Microsoft Defender is typically brought in for.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
JFrog Artifactory: How much does JFrog Artifactory cost?
JFrog Artifactory Pro is currently $50 per month (limited-time rate; regular $150/month) with 25 GB included and $1.25 per GB for overages. Enterprise X starts at $950 per month with 125 GB included. Enterprise+ plans use custom pricing available through sales.
SourceMicrosoft Defender: How much does Microsoft Defender Suite cost?
Microsoft Defender Suite costs $12/user/month (paid yearly), but requires existing Microsoft 365 E3 or equivalent base licensing. It includes endpoint protection, identity threat detection, email security, and SaaS application monitoring.
SourceJFrog Artifactory: What are JFrog's data storage limits?
JFrog Artifactory charges based on consumption: Pro includes 25 GB monthly with tiered overage costs ($1.25/GB at 25-1,204 GB, $1.00/GB at 1,204-2,024 GB, $0.75/GB above 2,024 GB). Enterprise X includes 125 GB with similar tiered overages for additional storage.
SourceMicrosoft Defender: What add-ons are available for Microsoft Defender?
Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management Add-on costs $2/user/month with annual commitment and includes a one-month free trial. Additional pay-as-you-go products include External Attack Surface Management, Cloud Security Posture Management, and Sentinel.
SourceMicrosoft Defender: Is Defender included in Microsoft 365 E5?
Yes, Microsoft Defender Suite is included in Microsoft 365 E5 at $60/user/month (paid yearly with Teams). Prices may vary based on Microsoft agreements, requiring contact with Sales for customized quotes.
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