Privileged Access Management
Heimdal vs Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Microsoft 365 is essential for productivity, but it wasn’t built to handle today’s full security needs. Heimdal strengthens and extends your Microsoft 365 investment, adding deeper protection, operational clarity, and proactive security features across your IT environment.
Microsoft 365 is here to stay…
But Business Premium alone leaves critical gaps…
Microsoft 365 Business Premium includes useful security tools, but it stops short of what most businesses need. When it comes to protection, cost, and complexity, many teams find they’re paying more without getting full coverage.
Premium price, partial protection
Business Premium costs nearly four times more than Business Basic. And to close the gaps, you'll still need to layer on additional licenses like Intune, Defender for Business, or Microsoft Sentinel.
Support varies and isn’t always hands-on
Most Microsoft support is routed through third-party partners. Response time, quality, and expertise depend entirely on who you work with.
Key features are still missing
Essential tools like DNS security, privileged access management, application control, and advanced threat hunting are not included in Business Premium. You’ll need to bolt on expensive upgrades or third-party solutions.
Licensing is complex and hard to manage
Understanding which tools you need, and how much you’ll pay, can be overwhelming. Heimdal cuts through this by offering a single license for complete protection, integrated with your Microsoft 365 setup.
Three reasons to extend…
Microsoft 365 with Heimdal
One license, full protection: Heimdal fills the security gaps in Microsoft 365 Business Premium with complete coverage. You avoid stacking add-ons and get everything under one simple license.
A stronger Microsoft 365 setup: Whether you use Business Basic or Business Premium, Heimdal builds on your current environment. You get more protection without switching tools or disrupting users.
Protection Microsoft doesn’t include: Heimdal adds DNS protection, application control, privileged access, vulnerability management, and threat hunting. Our DNS security is powered by patented technology not available in Microsoft’s stack.
Thinking of enhancing Microsoft 365 security?
With Heimdal, you don’t need to juggle multiple add-ons or worry about what’s missing. Everything is built to integrate directly with Microsoft 365 and cover the gaps Business Premium leaves behind.
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Seven unified cybersecurity solutions
A complete security suite that
compliments Microsoft 365
Patch & Asset Management
Deploy and patch software anytime, anywhere, on-the-fly, according to any schedule.
Endpoint Security
Secure your enterprise from ransomware, backdoors, rootkits, brute-force attacks, and undetectable malware.
Threat Hunting and Action Center
Automate patching across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Close vulnerabilities fast, with most updates installed in four hours.
Network security
Block DNS threats before they reach your systems. Heimdal’s patented AI engine identifies and stops attacks early, with up to 96 percent accuracy. This gives you protection beyond what standard tools can offer.
Application control
Stop unapproved software before it runs. Heimdal’s Application Control applies zero trust rules, limits process behavior, and blocks lateral movement while keeping your workflows running smoothly.
Vulnerability management
Deploy software, close vulnerabilities, and stay compliant. Heimdal automates patching across Windows, macOS, and Linux, with most updates applied in under four hours.
Privileged access management
Grant and revoke user rights automatically, based on need. Heimdal applies zero trust principles to block risky apps, remove standing privileges, and keep access controlled.
Email and collaboration security
Protect inboxes and communication tools in real time. Heimdal combines traditional filtering with AI anomaly detection to stop phishing, spam, malware, and insider threats from reaching your users.
Reports hub
Get the visibility you need to stay compliant. Heimdal’s new Reports Hub delivers C-level overviews, automated compliance tracking, and customizable alerts. It’s built for frameworks like SOC, NIS2, and Cyber Essentials.
16,000+ users secure their businesses with Heimdal
Heimdal vs. HUNTRESS
How does Heimdal compare?
DNS protection across networks and endpoints 
Basic browser-level filtering only; no dedicated DNS security
NGAV, firewall, ransomware protection, EDR, and UEM 
Defender Plan 1 with basic EDR, limited ransomware protection
Full patch and vulnerability management for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Limited via Intune; Windows only, minimal automation
Zero Trust App Control with AppFencing
AppLocker available but limited based on Windows edition
Built-in PEDM and PASM
Not included; available only with Entra PIM or Purview on higher plans
Integrated next-gen SIEM for estate and user-level monitoring
Not included; requires upgrade to E5-level licensing
Al-driven fraud detection and deep inspection of emails and attachments
Basic phishing protection through Exchange Online Protection
Fully managed 24/7 SOC (MXDR)
No native SOC; external MSSP or Defender Experts add-ons required FAQS
About Microsoft Business Premium vs Heimdal
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