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Opswat Metadefender

byOPSWAT
in CPS Protection Platforms
4.5

Overview

Product Information on Opswat Metadefender

Updated 29th December 2025

What is Opswat Metadefender?

Opswat Metadefender is a cybersecurity software designed to help organizations detect and prevent threats through advanced content disarm and reconstruction, multi-scanning, and vulnerability assessment capabilities. The software scans files using multiple antivirus engines, analyzing and sanitizing potentially harmful content before it reaches critical systems. It enables businesses to assess device compliance, verify the integrity of files transferred through various endpoints, and enforce security policies across networks. By providing insight into potential vulnerabilities and enabling the removal of malicious code from files, the software supports efforts to protect sensitive data and reduce the risk of malware infections, supporting organizations in managing cybersecurity risks associated with file uploads, downloads, and device access.

Opswat Metadefender Pricing

Opswat Metadefender software pricing model is structured as subscription-based with different tiers depending on deployment method, usage volume, and selected features. The software is typically offered for both on-premises and cloud deployment, with costs varying according to the number of protected endpoints, file transactions, or desired security modules. Enterprise agreements and custom pricing may be available for advanced requirements.

Overall experience with Opswat Metadefender

SOLUTION ARCHITECT
50M - 250M USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“Metadefender Suite: An In-depth Look at Opswat's Security Offering”

4.0
Jan 27, 2025
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System and Security
500M - 1B USD, Services (non-Government)
CRITICAL

“Good, but need to polish it some more”

3.0
Dec 9, 2018
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 7th December 2023

OPSWAT is a cybersecurity company that provides solutions aimed at preventing malware and zero-day attacks for critical infrastructure. Adhering to a belief that every file and device potentially poses a threat, the company has developed products that create secure data transfer processes and ensure safe device access. This focus extends to all threat points - entry, exit, and at rest. The ultimate output of these prevention strategies is a system that is both productive and has minimal risk of being compromised.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Private
Year Founded
2002
Head office location
Tampa, United States
Number of employees
501 - 1000
Website
https://www.opswat.com

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Opswat Metadefender Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(7 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
43%
4 Star
43%
3 Star
14%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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  • SOLUTION ARCHITECT
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Metadefender Suite: An In-depth Look at Opswat's Security Offering

    4.0
    Jan 27, 2025
    Looking for a modular cybersecurity solution we discovered Opswat. They embrace the whole cybersecurity world offering several modules targeting our needs
  • SOLUTION ARCHITECT
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Metadefender Suite: An In-depth Look at Opswat's Security Offering

    4.0
    Jan 27, 2025
    Looking for a modular cybersecurity solution we discovered Opswat. They embrace the whole cybersecurity world offering several modules targeting our needs
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Reviewer Insights for: Opswat Metadefender
Performance of Opswat Metadefender Across Market Features

Opswat Metadefender Likes & Dislikes

Like

The Metadefender suite encompasses a huge selection of security items, available on premise, in cloud, in air gapped mode. It suits perfect for our needs

Like

The Metadefender suite encompasses a huge selection of security items, available on premise, in cloud, in air gapped mode. It suits perfect for our needs

Like

The Metadefender suite encompasses a huge selection of security items, available on premise, in cloud, in air gapped mode. It suits perfect for our needs

Dislike

many issues with the software.

Dislike

many issues with the software.

Dislike

many issues with the software.