Cybersecurity · head to head
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint vs Veriff
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Cybersecurity
Enterprise endpoint security built into Microsoft 365
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
Veriff
Cybersecurity
Document and biometric identity verification with published per-check pricing
- From
- $0.8/verification
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint pricing not published on public websites; quote required from Microsoft sales; Veriff you pay per verification attempt, not per verified customer, so a confusing capture flow or poor lighting on mobile makes you pay two or three times for one onboarding.
- They diverge on capability: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Veriff covers Document verification.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Veriff actually diverge.
| Attribute | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Veriff |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | $0.8/verification |
| Pricing model | quote | Per verification |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android, API |
| Founded | 1975 | Unknown |
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Cybersecurity).
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 Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Threat & vulnerability management
- Attack surface reduction
- Next-gen protection
- EDR
- Auto investigation
- Microsoft Threat Experts
- Threat analytics
- Secure score
Only in Veriff
- Document verification
- Biometric liveness
- Hybrid review
- Screening add-ons
- Ongoing monitoring
- Age estimation
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Enterprise endpoint security across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS via Plans 1 or 2not Veriff
- Small and medium-sized businesses using Microsoft Defender for Business as alternativenot Veriff
- Organisations using Microsoft 365 E5 which includes Defender for Endpoint Plan 2not Veriff
Veriff
- A crypto exchange that needs a published rate to model unit economics before committing to a KYC vendornot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- A marketplace verifying sellers in dozens of countries where a single document library matters more than depth in one marketnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- A mobility platform running age and licence checks at signup with volumes too small for an enterprise contractnot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- A regulated firm wanting automated decisions by default but human review on borderline cases, priced explicitlynot Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Veriff
- You pay per verification attempt, not per verified customer, so a confusing capture flow or poor lighting on mobile makes you pay two or three times for one onboarding.
- The headline $0.80 covers the document and selfie check only; adding PEP and sanctions screening at $0.64 nearly doubles the per-check cost, which is the number regulated buyers actually need.
- Monthly minimums of $49 and $99 are low but real, so a product with seasonal signup patterns pays in quiet months.
- Automated decision quality varies sharply by document type and issuing country, so a strong global average conceals weak performance in specific markets you may depend on.
- Standard data retention is short and extending it to two years is a $0.30 per verification add-on, which matters because most financial regulators require records for five years or more.
Pricing, plan by plan
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft Defender for Endpoint review.
Veriff
$0.8/verification- Essential$0.8/verification
- Fully automated decisions
- $49 per month minimum
- Documents from 230+ countries
- Plus$1.39/verification
- Hybrid automation with human review
- $99 per month minimum
- Enhanced fraud prevention for regulated industries
- Enterprise$undefined/year
- Volume pricing negotiated
- Dedicated support and custom SLAs
- Custom data retention and residency terms
Which should you pick?
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.
Choose Veriff if
- You need document verification.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, API.
- You also want biometric liveness.
Questions people ask
- Is Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or Veriff better?
- Neither clearly leads. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint starts at On request and Veriff at $0.8/verification, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or Veriff?
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint starts at On request and Veriff at $0.8/verification.
- Does Microsoft Defender for Endpoint or Veriff run on more platforms?
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android. Veriff runs on Web, iOS, Android, API.
- What is Microsoft Defender for Endpoint best used for?
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is most often used for enterprise endpoint security across windows, macos, linux, android, and ios via plans 1 or 2, small and medium-sized businesses using microsoft defender for business as alternative, organisations using microsoft 365 e5 which includes defender for endpoint plan 2. Of those, enterprise endpoint security across windows, macos, linux, android, and ios via plans 1 or 2 and small and medium-sized businesses using microsoft defender for business as alternative are not what Veriff is typically brought in for.
- What can Microsoft Defender for Endpoint do that Veriff cannot?
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint covers Threat & vulnerability management, Attack surface reduction, Next-gen protection, EDR. Veriff covers Document verification, Biometric liveness, Hybrid review, Screening add-ons.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Microsoft 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.
SourceVeriff: What does a verification actually cost?
$0.80 on Essential or $1.39 on Plus, before add-ons. Sanctions and PEP screening adds $0.64 and ongoing monitoring $0.09 per verification.
Microsoft 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.
SourceVeriff: Are failed attempts charged?
Sessions are charged, so retries by the same user generally cost you again. Ask for the exact billing definition of a session before signing.
Microsoft 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.
SourceVeriff: How long is data retained?
The default retention period is short and two-year extended retention is a paid add-on at $0.30 per verification, which is worth checking against your regulatory record-keeping obligations.
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