Government · head to head
Mark43 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: Mark43 no published pricing on homepage; sales contact required for all cost details; Microsoft Defender for Endpoint pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales
- They diverge on capability: Mark43 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 Mark43 and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint actually diverge.
| Attribute | Mark43 | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $2000/month | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | quote |
| Platforms | Web, Ios, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Category | Government | Cybersecurity |
| Founded | 2012 | 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 Mark43
- Computer-Aided Dispatch
- Records Management
- Evidence Management
- Analytics
- Mobile
- FBI CJIS
- NCIC
- State Systems
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.
Mark43
- 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 Mark43
- Small and medium-sized businesses using Microsoft Defender for Business as alternativenot Mark43
- Organisations using Microsoft 365 E5 which includes Defender for Endpoint Plan 2not Mark43
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Mark43
- No published pricing on homepage; sales contact required for all cost details
- Only reference to pricing is 'early bird pricing' for 2027 conference registration
- No transparent pricing structure visible for public evaluation
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
Mark43
$2000/month- Public Safety Suite$2000/month
- CAD
- RMS
- Analytics
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Mark43 if
- You need computer-aided dispatch.
- You work on Web, 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 Mark43 or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint better?
- Neither clearly leads. Mark43 starts at $2000/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, Mark43 or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?
- Mark43 starts at $2000/month and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint at On request.
- Does Mark43 or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint run on more platforms?
- Mark43 runs on Web, Ios, Android. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
- What is Mark43 best used for?
- Mark43 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 Mark43 do that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint cannot?
- Mark43 covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management, Evidence Management, Analytics. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Attack surface reduction, Next-gen protection, EDR.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Mark43: Does Mark43 publish pricing online?
No, Mark43 pricing is not published on the public website. The only pricing reference is early bird conference registration. Prospective customers must contact Mark43 through 'Book A Demo' or 'Let's Connect' for pricing consultation.
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.
SourceMark43: What payment methods or financing options does Mark43 offer?
No information about payment methods or financing options is disclosed on the public homepage. Pricing and payment details are handled through direct sales consultations.
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.
SourceMark43: Are there volume discounts or specialized pricing for different agency sizes?
Mark43 website does not disclose any volume pricing, per-user costs, or specialized rates for agencies of different sizes. All pricing inquiries require direct contact with sales team.
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.
SourceRelated pages
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