Why IT teams choose Kaseya MDR over Huntress Managed EDR
You need an MDR that gives you 24/7 protection across your endpoints and Microsoft 365. Kaseya MDR delivers true managed detection and response across endpoints and Microsoft 365, all in one solution, backed by a 24/7 SOC you can call directly, AI-augmented triage to reduce alerts and deep integration with the tools you already use.
How we compare
Kaseya MDR was built for MSPs and lean IT teams who need true managed detection and response, not just endpoint monitoring. Kaseya MDR provides 24/7 SOC-led protection across endpoints and Microsoft 365 in a single solution. Our solution gives you the flexibility to support mixed security environments without forcing tool standardization.
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| Solution coverage | True MDR, with 24/7 SOC-led managed detection and response across endpoints and Microsoft 365 in a single solution. Integrates with both Kaseya and third-party security tools, supporting mixed and inherited EDR environments. | Managed EDR, with endpoint-focused detection and response only. Microsoft 365/ITDR is a separate SKU at additional cost. No firewall telemetry or coverage. Detection is Microsoft Defender-centric, requiring standardization. |
| Microsoft 365 coverage | Included in core MDR. Microsoft 365 telemetry is monitored by SOC analysts as part of the base solution. No additional purchase required. SOC can take response actions across M365 accounts, alongside endpoint containment. | Requires an additional purchase as Microsoft 365/ITDR is not included in Huntress Managed EDR by default. MSPs must manage separate billing and deployment for endpoint and identity coverage. |
| Third-party EDR support | Integrates with both Kaseya and third-party EDR solutions. MSPs can onboard clients regardless of their existing security stack. Supports mixed and inherited environments, turning flexibility into a competitive advantage when winning new clients. | Tied to Microsoft Defender for endpoint detection. MSPs whose clients run alternative EDR solutions face pressure to standardize on Defender to get full Huntress MDR value. Limited flexibility for mixed or inherited security environments. |
| Automated response | Built-in automated response actions, including device isolation, account lock, session revocation and mass isolate and restore. SOC analysts act in real time. Predefined response workflows reduce time to containment. | SOC-led response with automated actions focused on endpoint containment. Response capabilities are limited by Defender-based detection architecture. Remediation scope is primarily endpoint focused. |
| Pricing model | Per-endpoint pricing aligned with MSP resale economics. Customers already on Kaseya 365 Endpoint Pro can access MDR as part of their existing bundle. | Per-endpoint pricing for Managed EDR. Additional costs for full protection across endpoints and Microsoft 365. MSPs building a complete security offering will have to bill for multiple Huntress products. |
| Platform integration | Deep integration with the Kaseya IT operations stack, including RMM, PSA, backup, Datto AV/EDR and endpoint security. Security events flow directly into existing workflows, reducing context-switching and allowing for coordinated responses. | Integrates within the Huntress product ecosystem (EDR, ITDR, SAT). Limited native integration with third-party IT operations platforms. MSPs using non-Huntress RMM, PSA or backup tools will need to manage workflows across separate systems. |
| SOC support | 24/7 SOC with AI-driven triage. Experienced human analysts investigate and execute autonomous response actions including endpoint isolation, account lockout, and session revocation. Direct phone access to SOC analysts available. | 24/7 AI-assisted SOC covering monitoring, triage, investigation, and threat hunting. Follow-the-sun model can cause issues during handoffs between teams. |
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Kaseya helps you simplify complexity, eliminate wasted time and deliver a better customer experience without hiring more staff or juggling multiple vendors.
Not just managed endpoint detection. True MDR.
Most managed EDR vendors monitor endpoints and hope that’s enough. Kaseya MDR detects and responds to threats across endpoints and Microsoft 365 with a 24/7 SOC that handles investigation and containment. It’s the difference between watching one door and protecting the two most targeted areas.
"It’s a great fit for small businesses because it efficiently processes logs from what I consider the most critical elements: your computers, servers, antivirus, firewalls and Microsoft 365" Andres Ruz, Chief Information Security Officer, 5 Factor Technology
Stop threats faster without adding headcount
Kaseya MDR uses AI-augmented triage to automatically correlate and filter alerts before they reach your team, so your technicians respond to confirmed threats rather than noise. Automated containment actions like device isolation and account lock happen in real time, removing the manual steps that slow response and increase risk.
“It has been a game-changer for me. I know that if there's a threat, I'll immediately get a phone call.” Shawn Edie, Director of Information Technology, Crystal Mountain
Enterprise-grade protection at MSP-friendly pricing
Kaseya MDR is built to be one of your highest-margin service offerings. Per-endpoint pricing aligns with how MSPs bill, and Kaseya 365 Endpoint Pro customers get MDR included with their package. No expensive add-ons for M365 coverage, no separate SKUs for identity detection. One solution, built to scale profitably.
"From the integration to the setup, everything was seamless. We saw an immediate return on investment with real-time alerts and actions taken on potential threats, reducing our response times drastically" Zach Browning, Director of Managed Technology Solutions, CISPOINT
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