Barracuda Networks vs N-able: MDR Comparison 2026

Barracuda Networks and N-able are both categorized as MSP-channels, but differ in execution. Barracuda Networks works with your existing tools and targets SMB, Mid-market, and Enterprise organizations. N-able works with your existing tools and focuses on SMB and Mid-market.

Key Differences at a Glance

Autonomous Actions

Barracuda Networks: 6/6 (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment...)

N-able: 6/6 (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment...)

SLA

Barracuda Networks: ≤1 hour

N-able: Not disclosed

Attack Surfaces Included

Barracuda Networks: 5/6 (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network)

N-able: 5/6 (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network)

Pricing

Barracuda Networks: ~$14.50/endpoint/year (3-year endpoint); ~$8–$20/user/month depending on coverage scope. Minimum 25 licenses. (25-seat minimum)

N-able: MSPs typically bundle at $90-$275/user/month for full security programs including MDR

Vendor Lock-in

Barracuda Networks: Requires own agent

N-able: No proprietary agent

Winner by Category

Response Level

Tie

Same level

SLA Speed

Barracuda Networks

Faster response time

Coverage Breadth

Tie

Same coverage

Integrations

Barracuda Networks

More integration options

Criteria

Barracuda Networks

Purpose-built for the MSP channel. Multi-tenant management, SentinelOne-powered endpoint security, and a 24/7 SOC make it a natural fit for MSPs serving SMB clients. Won multiple 2025 industry awards. Less proven for direct enterprise buyers, and detection claims lack independent validation.

N-able

Unified security operations platform combining XDR, SIEM, SOAR, and UEBA with MDR in one solution. AI automates 70% of threat response. Breach warranty and vendor-agnostic approach make it compelling for MSPs serving SMB/mid-market clients.

Provider Model

Works with your tools

Requires Own Agent

Yes — platform-native

No — works with your EDR

Response Type

Active Remediation

Approval Policy

Configurable

Auto-Isolate

✓

Kill Process

✓

IR Included

✓ Included

Response SLA

≤1 hour

Not disclosed

24/7 Coverage

✓ Yes

Channels

EmailPortalPhone

Data Access

Dashboards

Model

Per-endpoint annually; volume discounts available; multi-year commitment discounts (1-year and 3-year options)

Per-user per-month (tiered packages: MDR Base, MDR Complete, MDR Plus)

Price Range

~$14.50/endpoint/year (3-year endpoint); ~$8–$20/user/month depending on coverage scope. Minimum 25 licenses.

MSPs typically bundle at $90-$275/user/month for full security programs including MDR

Minimum Seats

None

Threat Hunting

✓ Included

Overall

Mixed

Positive

Summary

Won multiple 2025 awards (Cybersecurity Excellence, MSP Today Product of the Year, Tech Ascension, CyberSecurity Breakthrough XDR Solution of the Year). Gartner Peer Insights has a listing but very few reviews — insufficient for meaningful community signal. No PeerSpot listing for Managed XDR specifically. Broader Barracuda product line gets mixed MSP feedback: support quality deterioration is a recurring complaint across the Barracuda portfolio. Managed XDR SOC team gets positive notes from Gartner reviewers, but sample size is too small to draw conclusions.

Positive reception in MSP community following N-able acquisition. Users praise comprehensive features, compliance reporting, and AI automation. Some concerns about pricing relative to competitors and platform complexity for smaller MSPs.

Barracuda Networks vs N-able: Which Should You Choose?

Choose Barracuda Networks if:

•MSPs needing a white-label/managed XDR for SMB clients
•SMBs that don't have a security team and want turnkey coverage
•Organizations using Microsoft 365 and needing email + endpoint coverage

Choose N-able if:

•MSPs wanting a unified security platform with built-in SIEM/SOAR/UEBA
•SMBs and mid-market needing breach warranty protection
•Organizations wanting vendor-agnostic MDR that works with existing EDR
•Breach warranty matters to you (N-able offers one, Barracuda Networks does not)

Bottom line: Both providers target similar markets. Compare their specific response actions, communication channels, and pricing structure to find the better fit for your environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Barracuda Networks and N-able?

Barracuda Networks is a MSP-channel that is technology-agnostic (works with your existing tools). N-able is a MSP-channel that is technology-agnostic (works with your existing tools). SLA commitments differ: Barracuda Networks offers ≤1 hour, N-able offers Not disclosed.

How do Barracuda Networks and N-able differ in response capabilities?

Barracuda Networks supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable. N-able supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable.

How does Barracuda Networks pricing compare to N-able?

Barracuda Networks pricing: ~$14.50/endpoint/year (3-year endpoint); ~$8–$20/user/month depending on coverage scope. Minimum 25 licenses. (25-seat minimum). N-able pricing: MSPs typically bundle at $90-$275/user/month for full security programs including MDR. Watch for with Barracuda Networks: Security logs not available for download — limits forensic independence; MSP-focused pricing may differ from direct enterprise pricing. Watch for with N-able: Pricing designed for MSP channel; direct pricing may differ; MDR Base is identity-focused only; Complete needed for full coverage.

Should I choose Barracuda Networks or N-able?

Choose Barracuda Networks if: mSPs needing a white-label/managed XDR for SMB clients. Choose N-able if: mSPs wanting a unified security platform with built-in SIEM/SOAR/UEBA. Barracuda Networks is not ideal for enterprises wanting full data access and log export capabilities. N-able is not ideal for large enterprises with existing SOC infrastructure.

View Barracuda Networks full profile →View N-able full profile →

Key Differences at a Glance

Autonomous Actions

Barracuda Networks: 6/6 (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment...)

N-able: 6/6 (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment...)

SLA

Barracuda Networks: ≤1 hour

N-able: Not disclosed

Attack Surfaces Included

Barracuda Networks: 5/6 (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network)

N-able: 5/6 (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network)

Pricing

Barracuda Networks: ~$14.50/endpoint/year (3-year endpoint); ~$8–$20/user/month depending on coverage scope. Minimum 25 licenses. (25-seat minimum)

N-able: MSPs typically bundle at $90-$275/user/month for full security programs including MDR

Vendor Lock-in

Barracuda Networks: Requires own agent

N-able: No proprietary agent

Barracuda Networks vs N-able: Which Should You Choose?

Choose Barracuda Networks if:

•MSPs needing a white-label/managed XDR for SMB clients
•SMBs that don't have a security team and want turnkey coverage
•Organizations using Microsoft 365 and needing email + endpoint coverage

Choose N-able if:

•MSPs wanting a unified security platform with built-in SIEM/SOAR/UEBA
•SMBs and mid-market needing breach warranty protection
•Organizations wanting vendor-agnostic MDR that works with existing EDR
•Breach warranty matters to you (N-able offers one, Barracuda Networks does not)

Bottom line: Both providers target similar markets. Compare their specific response actions, communication channels, and pricing structure to find the better fit for your environment.