Cynet vs GoSecure: MDR comparison 2026
Cynet is a Platform vendor that requires its own security platform. GoSecure is a Pure-play MDR that requires its own security platform. Cynet targets SMB and Mid-market organizations; GoSecure serves Mid-market and Enterprise. Cynet includes 5 attack surfaces in base pricing (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network), compared to 3 for GoSecure (Endpoint, Identity, Network).
Key differences at a glance
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Which should you choose?
Choose Cynet if:
- •SMB and mid-market organizations with small security teams wanting maximum coverage from a single platform
- •Budget-conscious buyers wanting published transparent pricing with MDR included at no extra cost
- •Companies wanting to consolidate tool sprawl by replacing EPP, EDR, NDR, UEBA, deception, and SOAR with one agent
- •You need Cloud and SaaS coverage included in base pricing
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: Cynet (Platform vendor) and GoSecure (Pure-play MDR) serve different buyer profiles. Your decision depends on whether you prioritize Cynet's best fit for smb/mid-market teams wanting an all-in-one security platform with transparent pricin... 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 Cynet and GoSecure?
Cynet 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: Cynet offers Not disclosed, GoSecure offers ≤15 minutes. Cynet covers 5 attack surfaces in base pricing vs. 3 for GoSecure.
How do Cynet and GoSecure differ in response capabilities?
Cynet supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable. GoSecure supports 6 autonomous actions (endpoint isolation, process termination, network containment, account disable, file quarantine, custom playbooks) and approval is configurable.
How does Cynet pricing compare to GoSecure?
Cynet pricing: Elite: $7/endpoint/month (EPP+EDR+CyOps MDR). All-in-One: $10/endpoint/month (adds NDR, UEBA, Deception, SOAR, SSPM). Verified on cynet.com/packages. (20-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 Cynet: 20-endpoint minimum ($140/month floor for Elite, $200/month for All-in-One); 1-year auto-renewing contracts standard, combined with platform lock-in makes exit disruptive. 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 Cynet or GoSecure?
Choose Cynet if: sMB and mid-market organizations with small security teams wanting maximum coverage from a single platform. Choose GoSecure if: government and financial services buyers who need DHS CDM APL listing and bilingual (English/French) support. Cynet is not ideal for large enterprises with existing CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Defender deployments since Cynet requires replacing your EDR. GoSecure is not ideal for buyers who need independent peer reviews to validate an MDR provider before purchasing.