Best Microsoft Defender XDR Alternatives & Competitors in 2026
Top picks: Cisco XDR, Seqrite XDR, Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM — plus 45 more compared.
Security OperationsTop picks: Cisco XDR, Seqrite XDR, Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM — plus 45 more compared.
Security OperationsMicrosoft Defender XDR is a commercial Extended Detection and Response tool developed by Microsoft. Security professionals most commonly compare it with Cisco XDR, Seqrite XDR, Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM, ShieldWatch XDR, and Mave SecOps Operating System Platform. All 48 alternatives are matched by shared capabilities, tags, and NIST CSF 2.0 coverage.
A closer look at the 8 most relevant alternatives and competitors to Microsoft Defender XDR, including their key features and shared capabilities.
XDR platform with AI-driven threat detection across network, endpoint, email, cloud
XDR platform with AI-powered threat detection, investigation, and response
AI-driven SOC platform combining SIEM, SOAR, EDR, NDR, and CDR capabilities
Managed XDR platform with SIEM, SOAR, and 24/7 US-based SOC in one solution.
SecOps platform for federated detection, investigation & response across existing tools.
XDR platform with NDR, EDR, deception, AD security, and CNAPP capabilities
XDR platform correlating multi-source telemetry into attack stories (MalOps)
AI-powered XDR platform for unified threat detection and response
XDR platform with AI-driven threat detection across network, endpoint, email, cloud
XDR platform with AI-powered threat detection, investigation, and response
AI-driven SOC platform combining SIEM, SOAR, EDR, NDR, and CDR capabilities
Managed XDR platform with SIEM, SOAR, and 24/7 US-based SOC in one solution.
SecOps platform for federated detection, investigation & response across existing tools.
XDR platform with NDR, EDR, deception, AD security, and CNAPP capabilities
XDR platform correlating multi-source telemetry into attack stories (MalOps)
AI-powered XDR platform for unified threat detection and response
XDR platform integrated with UEM for endpoint threat detection and response
AI-native SecOps platform for threat detection, investigation & response.
XDR platform with Agentic SIEM and SOAR for unified threat detection & response
Endpoint security platform with EDR/XDR, threat detection, and risk mgmt
Integrated XDR platform combining NDR, SIEM, EDR, and SOAR capabilities
Unified XDR platform with AI-powered threat detection and 24x7 MDR services
AI-native SecOps platform combining SIEM, XDR, NDR, ITDR, and UEBA capabilities
Unified XDR platform for threat detection and response across network, endpoint, and cloud
XDR platform with MDR and SOCaaS for threat detection and response
XDR platform for threat monitoring, detection, and response across environments
XDR platform with AI-enhanced SIEM, automated response, and endpoint visibility
Open source SIEM and XDR platform for real-time threat detection and response
XDR service for continuous threat exposure management and automated response
Agentic AI security operations platform for autonomous threat investigation
AI-based XDR platform for threat detection and automated response
Unified security platform integrating endpoint, network, cloud, and XDR controls
AI-based Open XDR platform integrating NDR, AD, and FW for threat detection
Unified XDR platform with AI detection, automated response, and 24x7 MDR service
AI-powered SOC agent for autonomous threat detection and response
AI-driven Open XDR platform for MSSPs with multi-tenancy and automation
XDR platform with SOAR capabilities for security operations centers
XDR platform for unified threat detection, investigation, and response
XDR platform with behavioral analytics for threat detection and response
Cloud-based SecOps platform with EDR, SIEM, automation, and AI integration
Fully managed XDR suite with 24x7 SOC, SIEM, SOAR, NDR & vuln detection.
Unified SecOps platform combining MDR, VM, SIEM, and response capabilities.
Integrated XDR/SIEM/SOAR endpoint security platform with ML and AI.
Unified XDR+SIEM+VM+FIM+SOAR platform built on Wazuh.
Unified SecOps platform with NDR, threat intel, EASM, and automated response.
XDR platform with EDR, NGAV, MDR, threat hunting, and incident response
AI-driven XDR platform for endpoint security with threat prevention and detection
AI-powered SaaS XDR platform for threat detection and response
XDR platform providing detection and response across endpoints, networks, and email
All-in-one platform combining SIEM, XDR, SOAR with AI/ML threat detection
Cloud-based unified security platform with modular XDR and exposure mgmt
XDR platform for endpoints, servers, and cloud workloads with EDR capabilities
XDR platform for threat detection and response across multiple security layers
Unified security platform combining XDR, SOAR, and threat intelligence
XDR platform with 24x7 SOC, threat detection, and automated response
AI-powered XDR platform for threat detection and autonomous response
Common questions security professionals ask when evaluating alternatives and competitors to Microsoft Defender XDR.
The most popular alternatives to Microsoft Defender XDR include Cisco XDR, Seqrite XDR, Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM, ShieldWatch XDR, and Mave SecOps Operating System Platform. These Extended Detection and Response tools offer similar capabilities and are frequently compared by security professionals evaluating their options.
There are 48 alternatives to Microsoft Defender XDR listed on CybersecTools, all within the Extended Detection and Response category. Each alternative is matched based on shared capabilities, tags, and NIST CSF coverage areas.
Microsoft Defender XDR is a commercial Extended Detection and Response tool. It requires a paid license or subscription. Both free and commercial alternatives are available for comparison.
Microsoft Defender XDR is a Extended Detection and Response tool within the broader Security Operations category. It is used by security professionals for extended detection and response capabilities and can be compared against 48 similar tools.
