Not All MDRs Are Created Equal.
When choosing a cybersecurity provider, you’re not just selecting a product—you’re selecting a partner in defense. While Malwarebytes ThreatDown has evolved beyond antivirus, it remains an automation-first, product-led solution.
Huntress flips that script, offering a service-first approach designed specifically for MSPs and lean security teams that need hands-on expertise, full remediation, and total visibility.
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Always-on, real-human SOC analysts reviewing alerts
Automation-first, lighter-touch SOC involvement
Manual validation removes noise before reaching you
Relies on automated alerts, partners must sift through the noise
Proactive threat hunting by cybersecurity experts at no extra cost
No dedicated threat-hunting team below Elite package levels
Step-by-step guidance + assisted remediation
Limited guidance, partner responsible for cleanup
Full MSP workflow integration, easy client management
Limited MSP alignment, more suited for single-tenant setups
Persistent foothold detection, ransomware canaries, and full process monitoring
Signature-based, reactive detection
Monitors Microsoft 365 login anomalies, inbox rules, and credential abuse
No ITDR capabilities
Story-driven training, automated phishing simulations
No SAT offered
Collects, correlates, and hunts threats across multiple sources
No SIEM capabilities
Predictable, transparent pricing with full service
Piecemeal pricing with potential hidden costs
✅ Verdict: Huntress is designed for real-world security challenges—not just detection but full remediation, expert guidance, and a true partnership.
