CrowdStrike vs GoSecure: MDR comparison 2026
CrowdStrike is a Platform vendor that requires its own security platform. GoSecure is a Pure-play MDR that requires its own security platform. CrowdStrike targets Mid-market and Enterprise organizations; GoSecure serves Mid-market and Enterprise. CrowdStrike includes 4 attack surfaces in base pricing (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Network), compared to 3 for GoSecure (Endpoint, Identity, Network).
Key differences at a glance
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Which should you choose?
Choose CrowdStrike if:
- •Enterprise organizations (200+ endpoints) wanting MITRE-validated detection speed with autonomous remediation
- •Teams comfortable with a single-vendor platform approach who want deep integration over flexibility
- •Regulated industries needing independently validated detection metrics and a breach warranty
- •You need Cloud and SaaS coverage included in base pricing
- •Breach warranty matters to you (CrowdStrike offers one, GoSecure does not)
Choose GoSecure if:
- •Government and financial services buyers who need DHS CDM APL listing and bilingual (English/French) support
- •Mid-market Microsoft Defender shops wanting to layer MDR on top of existing Defender telemetry
- •Organizations that want endpoint, network, email, and AD identity detection from a single vendor
Bottom line: CrowdStrike (Platform vendor) and GoSecure (Pure-play MDR) serve different buyer profiles. Your decision depends on whether you prioritize CrowdStrike's top-tier detection speed and active remediation depth backed by mitre-validated metrics, crowdstr... or GoSecure's bundles endpoint, network, email, and ad identity detection in a single platform with published p....
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between CrowdStrike and GoSecure?
CrowdStrike is a Platform vendor that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). GoSecure is a Pure-play MDR that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). SLA commitments differ: CrowdStrike offers Not disclosed, GoSecure offers ≤15 minutes. CrowdStrike covers 4 attack surfaces in base pricing vs. 3 for GoSecure.
How do CrowdStrike and GoSecure differ in response capabilities?
CrowdStrike supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and acts without approval. GoSecure supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable. Incident response is included with CrowdStrike and not included with GoSecure.
How does CrowdStrike pricing compare to GoSecure?
CrowdStrike pricing: $15-25/endpoint/month (estimates vary by deployment size) (200-seat minimum). GoSecure pricing: MDR Enterprise: from $13.99/endpoint/month. MDR Elite: from $16.99/endpoint/month. Essentials and Complete pricing not disclosed.. Watch for with CrowdStrike: Minimum 200-500 endpoints required, eliminates most SMBs; Requires CrowdStrike Falcon platform, cannot use with competing EDR. Watch for with GoSecure: Full MXDR requires the Titan EDR agent, so expect additional deployment effort if you are running a different EDR today; IR and DFIR are not included in any MDR tier. You will need a separate retainer for hands-on incident response..
Should I choose CrowdStrike or GoSecure?
Choose CrowdStrike if: enterprise organizations (200+ endpoints) wanting MITRE-validated detection speed with autonomous remediation. Choose GoSecure if: government and financial services buyers who need DHS CDM APL listing and bilingual (English/French) support. CrowdStrike is not ideal for sMBs with fewer than 200 endpoints (minimum requirement) or budget-conscious buyers. GoSecure is not ideal for buyers who need independent peer reviews to validate an MDR provider before purchasing.