DriveStrike vs PC Matic

DriveStrike helps organizations manage devices remotely when they are lost, stolen, or used remotely. Administrators can view mapped locations and location history, lock users out, reset passcodes, reboot devices, initiate a firmware lock, or delete data from a DriveStrike-enabled device. The features menu also lists KillStick for offline wiping. For encryption, DriveStrike integrates BitLocker on Windows and offers help with VeraCrypt deployments; its features page says native encryption support is coming soon. The product supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. Its Android EMM tools configure app, security, and device policies. Administrators can organize devices by department, location, or ownership and delegate management. Deployment options include email invitations, group policies or over-the-air push, individual installation, and remote desktop installation. DriveStrike states that it is HIPAA, GDPR, SOX, and DoD compliant, and that live support professionals are available 24/7/365. Pricing depends on the number of protected devices each month, but exact plan prices are not shown. A 30-day trial includes all features and requires a credit card.

PC Matic provides antivirus and endpoint security for home and business users on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. Its SuperShield protection uses real-time application allowlisting and a default-deny approach that blocks unknown applications. PC Matic says this can stop ransomware before execution; it also describes using heuristics to block malicious scripts that call tools such as PowerShell. On Windows PCs, scans can run maintenance including software and driver updates, junk-file removal, and fixes for software vulnerabilities. Consumer plans list malicious ad and scam blocking and dark web monitoring; the family identity plan adds identity theft insurance and stolen funds reimbursement, each up to $1M. PC Matic Pro applies default-deny allowlisting to applications, scripts, and processes, and can sit alongside other endpoint security solutions. The consumer page lists a free plan and free trial. Paid annual options include Antivirus at $60 a year, Antivirus + VPN at $110 a year, and Antivirus + VPN + Family Identity Protection at $210 a year.