Choose ESET or Stoik
Choose ESET if
- SMBs with 25-500 devices that want managed detection without meeting 200+ endpoint minimums
- Organizations already running ESET endpoint protection that want to add managed services on top
- European or global organizations that need multi-language support (30+ languages) and GDPR-aligned operations
- You need Cloud and SaaS 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
What’s actually different
Buyer brief
Fit. ESET is a Platform vendor that requires its own security platform. Stoik is a Cyber insurer that works with your existing tools. ESET targets SMB, Mid-market, and Enterprise organizations; Stoik serves SMB. ESET includes 3 attack surfaces in base pricing (Endpoint, Cloud, SaaS), compared to 1 for Stoik (Endpoint).
FAQ
What is the main difference between ESET and Stoik?
ESET is a Platform vendor that is platform-native (requires their own security stack). Stoik is a Cyber insurer that is technology-agnostic (works with your existing tools). ESET covers 3 attack surfaces in base pricing vs. 1 for Stoik.
How do ESET and Stoik differ in response capabilities?
ESET 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.
How does ESET pricing compare to Stoik?
ESET pricing: Not published, custom-quoted based on environment and device count with volume discounts (25-seat minimum). Stoik pricing: Not published. MDR is not priced separately from insurance.. Watch for with ESET: Requires ESET PROTECT Enterprise or Elite subscription as the base, which is a separate cost from MDR itself; MDR Ultimate pricing is significantly higher than standard MDR, but the exact gap is not published. 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..