Cynet vs Stoik: MDR comparison 2026
Cynet is a Platform vendor that requires its own security platform. Stoik is a Cyber insurer that requires its own security platform. Cynet targets SMB and Mid-market organizations; Stoik serves SMB. Cynet includes 5 attack surfaces in base pricing (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS, Identity, Network), compared to 1 for Stoik (Endpoint).
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 and Identity and Network coverage included in base pricing
- •Threat hunting included in base pricing (it's an add-on with Stoik)
Choose Stoik if:
- •European SMEs wanting cyber insurance and MDR in one broker-sold bundle
- •Companies in France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Austria or Luxembourg
- •Organizations needing affordable endpoint monitoring without complex procurement
Bottom line: Cynet (Platform vendor) and Stoik (Cyber insurer) 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 Stoik's stoik removes the friction of buying cyber insurance and mdr separately by bundling both for euro....
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Cynet and Stoik?
Cynet is a Platform vendor that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). Stoik is a Cyber insurer that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). Cynet covers 5 attack surfaces in base pricing vs. 1 for Stoik.
How do Cynet and Stoik 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. Stoik supports 0 autonomous actions (none) and requires approval before acting. Incident response is not included with Cynet and included with Stoik.
How does Cynet pricing compare to Stoik?
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). Stoik pricing: Not published. MDR is not priced separately from insurance.. 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 Stoik: Requires CrowdStrike Falcon EDR deployment. Cannot use a competing endpoint agent.; MDR is only available bundled with a Stoik insurance policy. No standalone MDR purchase option..
Should I choose Cynet or Stoik?
Choose Cynet if: sMB and mid-market organizations with small security teams wanting maximum coverage from a single platform. Choose Stoik if: european SMEs wanting cyber insurance and MDR in one broker-sold bundle. Cynet is not ideal for large enterprises with existing CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Defender deployments since Cynet requires replacing your EDR. Stoik is not ideal for organizations needing active remediation or autonomous containment.