Cybersecurity · head to head
Microsoft Sentinel vs NordPass
The short version
- Each has a real cost: 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; NordPass business plan pricing is rendered client-side per user per month rather than published as a static figure on the page
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Microsoft Sentinel and NordPass actually diverge.
| Attribute | Microsoft Sentinel | NordPass |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | usage-based | freemium |
| Platforms | Web, Api | Web |
| Founded | 1975 | Unknown |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Sentinel
- AI-powered analytics
- Fusion detection
- UEBA
- Automated response playbooks
- Threat intelligence
- Hunting queries
- Workbooks
- Incident management
Only in NordPass
Nothing recorded that Microsoft Sentinel does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Microsoft Sentinel
- Cloud-based security information and event management (SIEM)not NordPass
- Extended detection and response (XDR) across enterprise infrastructurenot NordPass
- Data ingestion and long-term security analyticsnot NordPass
NordPass
- Securely storing and managing employee passwords and passkeysnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Streamlining employee onboarding with instant account accessnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Monitoring credential breaches on the dark webnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Enforcing company-wide password security standardsnot Microsoft Sentinel
- Tracking user access and supporting audit compliancenot Microsoft Sentinel
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
NordPass
- Business plan pricing is rendered client-side per user per month rather than published as a static figure on the page
- Breach monitoring and full credential oversight features are marketed specifically toward business plans rather than confirmed as included in the free individual tier
Pricing, plan by plan
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
NordPass
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the NordPass review.
Which should you pick?
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 Microsoft Sentinel or NordPass better?
- Neither clearly leads. Microsoft Sentinel starts at Free and NordPass at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Microsoft Sentinel or NordPass?
- Microsoft Sentinel starts at Free and NordPass at Free.
- Does Microsoft Sentinel or NordPass run on more platforms?
- Microsoft Sentinel runs on Web, Api. NordPass runs on Web.
- Can I use Microsoft Sentinel for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Microsoft Sentinel best used for?
- Microsoft Sentinel is most often used for cloud-based security information and event management (siem), extended detection and response (xdr) across enterprise infrastructure, data ingestion and long-term security analytics. Of those, cloud-based security information and event management (siem) and extended detection and response (xdr) across enterprise infrastructure are not what NordPass is typically brought in for.
- What can Microsoft Sentinel do that NordPass cannot?
- Microsoft Sentinel covers AI-powered analytics, Fusion detection, UEBA, Automated response playbooks.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Microsoft 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/
SourceNordPass: Will I be charged when signing up for the free trial?
No credit card is required to start the trial. Payment details are only needed when you purchase a plan, and NordPass will only charge you once your payment process is completed.
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/
SourceNordPass: What is the refund policy for NordPass?
NordPass offers refunds within 14 calendar days of your initial purchase if you are unsatisfied with the service.
SourceNordPass: Can I upgrade or downgrade between NordPass plans?
Yes, you can switch between Teams and Business plans at any time. The system charges the difference between the plans based on the number of users and the remaining duration.
SourceNordPass: Why do different NordPass plans cost different amounts?
NordPass provides tiered pricing so customers only pay for the features they need, and can upgrade at any time as their needs change.
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