Government · head to head
Mark43 vs Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Sentinel
Cybersecurity
Cloud-native SIEM and SOAR solution
- From
- Free
- Free plan
- Yes
The short version
- Only Microsoft Sentinel has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Mark43 no published pricing on homepage; sales contact required for all cost details; Microsoft Sentinel billing is driven by the volume of log data ingested per day, so cost scales with log noise rather than with users or protected assets
- They diverge on capability: Mark43 covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Microsoft Sentinel covers AI-powered analytics.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Mark43 and Microsoft Sentinel actually diverge.
| Attribute | Mark43 | Microsoft Sentinel |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $2000/month | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | usage-based |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Ios, Android | Web, Api |
| Category | Government | Cybersecurity |
| Founded | 2012 | 1975 |
Identical on both: 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 Sentinel
- AI-powered analytics
- Fusion detection
- UEBA
- Automated response playbooks
- Threat intelligence
- Hunting queries
- Workbooks
- Incident management
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Mark43
- Citizen Servicesnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Records Managementnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Public Safetynot Microsoft Sentinel
- Civic Engagementnot Microsoft Sentinel
Microsoft Sentinel
- Cloud-based security information and event management (SIEM)not Mark43
- Extended detection and response (XDR) across enterprise infrastructurenot Mark43
- Data ingestion and long-term security analyticsnot 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 Sentinel
- Billing is driven by the volume of log data ingested per day, so cost scales with log noise rather than with users or protected assets
- Commitment tier discounts require reserving daily ingestion capacity in advance, and a tier cannot be downgraded until 31 days have passed
- Commitment tiers start at 100 GB per day, above what smaller estates ingest
- Charges for Log Analytics, Logic Apps and Machine Learning are billed separately on top of Sentinel itself
- The free allowance is only up to 5 MB per user per day for selected Microsoft 365 security logs
- Promotional commitment pricing is time limited and locks in only until a stated end date
Pricing, plan by plan
Mark43
$2000/month- Public Safety Suite$2000/month
- CAD
- RMS
- Analytics
Microsoft Sentinel
Free- Pay-As-You-Go$2.46/day
- Per GB ingested
- 90-day retention
- First 31 days free for new workspaces
- Commitment TiersFree
- 100GB to 50TB tiers
- Up to 65% discount
- Predictable billing
- Microsoft 365 E5Free
- Free data ingestion for M365 logs
- Bundled with E5 license
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 Sentinel if
- You need ai-powered analytics.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Api.
- You also want fusion detection.
Questions people ask
- Is Mark43 or Microsoft Sentinel better?
- Neither clearly leads. Mark43 starts at $2000/month and Microsoft Sentinel at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Mark43 or Microsoft Sentinel?
- Microsoft Sentinel has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $2000/month for Mark43 and Free for Microsoft Sentinel.
- Does Mark43 or Microsoft Sentinel run on more platforms?
- Mark43 runs on Web, Ios, Android. Microsoft Sentinel runs on Web, Api.
- Can I use Microsoft Sentinel for free?
- Yes. Microsoft Sentinel has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mark43 starts at $2000/month.
- 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 Sentinel is typically brought in for.
- What can Mark43 do that Microsoft Sentinel cannot?
- Mark43 covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management, Evidence Management, Analytics. Microsoft Sentinel covers AI-powered analytics, Fusion detection, UEBA, Automated response playbooks.
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 Sentinel: How is Microsoft Sentinel pricing calculated?
Microsoft Sentinel uses a pay-as-you-go usage-based model where you pay only for data ingested, stored, and consumed. Flexible commitment tiers are available to reduce total cost of ownership, with specific rates not published on the public pricing page. Source: https://www.microsoft.com/security/business/siem-and-xdr/microsoft-sentinel/
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 Sentinel: Does Microsoft Sentinel require an Azure subscription?
Yes, Microsoft Sentinel requires a Microsoft Azure subscription to operate. Pricing is handled through Azure and varies based on data consumption and the commitment tier you select. Source: https://www.microsoft.com/security/business/siem-and-xdr/microsoft-sentinel/
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.
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