Blackpoint Cyber vs N-able: MDR Comparison 2026

Blackpoint Cyber (MDR provider) and N-able (MSP-channel) take different approaches to managed detection and response. Blackpoint Cyber requires its own security platform, while N-able works with your existing tools. Blackpoint Cyber targets SMB and Mid-market organizations; N-able focuses on SMB and Mid-market.

Key Differences at a Glance

Business Model

Blackpoint Cyber: MDR provider

N-able: MSP-channel

Approach

Blackpoint Cyber: Requires their platform

N-able: Works with your tools

Autonomous Actions

Blackpoint Cyber: 4/6 (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment...)

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

Approval Model

Blackpoint Cyber: acts without approval

N-able: approval is configurable

Attack Surfaces Included

Blackpoint Cyber: 5/6 (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network)

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

Pricing

Blackpoint Cyber: $8-15/endpoint/month. Volume discounts for 50+ endpoints with 1-year commitment.

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

Vendor Lock-in

Blackpoint Cyber: Requires own agent

N-able: No proprietary agent

Winner by Category

Response Level

Tie

Same level

SLA Speed

Tie

Same speed

Coverage Breadth

Tie

Same coverage

Integrations

Blackpoint Cyber

More integration options

Criteria

Blackpoint Cyber

MSP-channel MDR with autonomous SOC response (self-reported 7-16 min MTTR) and patented network visualization. Trade-offs: MSP-only sales model, limited portal transparency, no approval controls, no MITRE 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

Requires their platform

Works with your tools

Requires Own Agent

Yes — platform-native

No — works with your EDR

Response Type

Active Remediation

Approval Policy

Fully Autonomous

Configurable

Auto-Isolate

✓

Kill Process

✓

IR Included

✓ Included

Response SLA

Not disclosed

24/7 Coverage

✓ Yes

Channels

EmailPortalPhone

Data Access

Dashboards

Model

Per-endpoint, monthly billing (MSP channel model)

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

Price Range

$8-15/endpoint/month. Volume discounts for 50+ endpoints with 1-year commitment.

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

Minimum Seats

None

Threat Hunting

✓ Included

Overall

Positive

Summary

G2 Grid Leader in MDR with 23 badges (Spring 2025). PeerSpot 9.0/10. MSPs praise the autonomous response model, easy deployment, and channel-first approach. Recurring complaints about portal usability, limited SOC transparency, and no Linux support. Glassdoor reviews (3.6/5, 2025-2026) flag analyst burnout and leadership concerns -- worth monitoring since SOC quality depends on analyst retention.

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.

Blackpoint Cyber vs N-able: Which Should You Choose?

Choose Blackpoint Cyber if:

•MSPs and IT service providers seeking a purpose-built MDR platform for their clients
•SMBs (via MSP partners) wanting fast, autonomous SOC response without managing security in-house
•Organizations wanting month-to-month contract flexibility at $8-15/endpoint

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, Blackpoint Cyber does not)

Bottom line: Blackpoint Cyber is the choice if you want a single-vendor stack with deep integration. N-able is better if you have existing tools and want flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Blackpoint Cyber and N-able?

Blackpoint Cyber is a MDR provider that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). N-able is a MSP-channel that is technology-agnostic (works with your existing tools).

How do Blackpoint Cyber and N-able differ in response capabilities?

Blackpoint Cyber supports 4 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable) and acts without approval. N-able supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable.

How does Blackpoint Cyber pricing compare to N-able?

Blackpoint Cyber pricing: $8-15/endpoint/month. Volume discounts for 50+ endpoints with 1-year commitment.. N-able pricing: MSPs typically bundle at $90-$275/user/month for full security programs including MDR. Watch for with Blackpoint Cyber: Pricing not publicly listed -- requires custom quote through MSP; All payments non-cancellable and non-refundable per reseller agreement. 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 Blackpoint Cyber or N-able?

Choose Blackpoint Cyber if: mSPs and IT service providers seeking a purpose-built MDR platform for their clients. Choose N-able if: mSPs wanting a unified security platform with built-in SIEM/SOAR/UEBA. Blackpoint Cyber is not ideal for large enterprises buying MDR directly (not through MSP channel). N-able is not ideal for large enterprises with existing SOC infrastructure.

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