Our verdict
Both are top-tier. Falcon Go is simpler to buy for small teams; SentinelOne suits teams wanting autonomous response and rollback.
CrowdStrike and SentinelOne are two of the leading endpoint security vendors. Falcon Go packages CrowdStrike's next-gen antivirus for small businesses; SentinelOne Singularity offers autonomous protection with rollback.
Choose CrowdStrike Falcon Go if…
- You want a simple, small-business package
- You want CrowdStrike's threat intelligence
- You plan to add CrowdStrike MDR
SS Choose SentinelOne Singularity if…
- You want ransomware rollback
- You have IT staff or an MSP
- You want flexible tiers up to XDR
Side by side
| Criterion | CrowdStrike Falcon Go | SentinelOne Singularity |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Features & fit | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| Ease of use | 8.0 | 7.6 |
| Value for money | 7.6 | 7.6 |
| Support & reliability | 8.0 | 8.2 |
| Security & privacy | 9.4 | 9.2 |
| Integrations & ecosystem | 7.4 | 8.6 |
| Starting price (indicative) | From around $60 / device / year | From around $70 / endpoint / year |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Small businesses wanting enterprise-grade protection | Businesses with IT/security staff or an MSP |
Feature by feature
| Feature | CrowdStrike Falcon Go | SentinelOne Singularity |
|---|---|---|
| Next-gen AV | Yes | Yes |
| EDR | Higher bundles | Control/Complete tiers |
| Ransomware rollback | No | Yes (Windows) |
| MDR | Falcon Complete | Vigilance |
| Buying | Online for SMB | Often via partners |
| Best for | Simple SMB protection | Autonomous response |
Pricing compared
CrowdStrike Falcon Go
| Plan | Indicative price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Falcon Go | ≈ $60 / device / yr | Per device; billed annually |
| Falcon Pro / Enterprise | Custom quote | — |
SS SentinelOne Singularity
| Plan | Indicative price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core | ≈ $69.99 / device / mo | Per endpoint / year |
| Control | ≈ $79.99 / device / mo | Per endpoint / year |
| Complete | ≈ $179.99 / device / mo | Per endpoint / year |
| Team size | CrowdStrike Falcon Go | SentinelOne Singularity |
|---|---|---|
| 5 seats | $25 (Falcon Go) | $350 (Core) |
| 10 seats | $50 (Falcon Go) | $700 (Core) |
| 25 seats | $125 (Falcon Go) | $1,750 (Core) |
Indicative USD list prices; excludes tax, add-ons and promotions. Confirm on each vendor’s site.
Packaging
Falcon Go is a simplified SMB bundle; SentinelOne sells several tiers, often via partners.
Response
SentinelOne emphasises autonomous response and rollback; CrowdStrike pairs AV with strong intelligence and optional managed services.
Management
Both are cloud-managed.
Pros & cons
CrowdStrike Falcon Go
- Lightweight cloud agent
- Strong threat intelligence
- Easy deployment
- Higher cost than basic AV
- Advanced features on higher tiers
SS SentinelOne Singularity
- Autonomous detection and response
- Ransomware rollback
- Strong independent test results
- Higher cost
- Complex for beginners
Key features of each
CrowdStrike Falcon Go
- Next-gen AV. Behavioural and machine-learning protection.
- Device control. Manage USB devices.
- Cloud console. Manage all endpoints centrally.
- Upgrade to EDR. Detection and response on higher tiers.
Integrates with: Windows, macOS, Microsoft Entra ID.
SS SentinelOne Singularity
- Behavioural AI. Detects threats without signatures.
- Rollback. Revert ransomware changes on Windows.
- EDR/XDR. Investigation and hunting.
- Vigilance MDR. 24/7 managed detection.
Integrates with: Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, Splunk, ServiceNow.
Who should avoid each
Skip CrowdStrike Falcon Go if…
- Teams wanting the cheapest antivirus
Best for: Small businesses wanting enterprise-grade protection; Ransomware defence; Mixed Windows/macOS fleets.
SS Skip SentinelOne Singularity if…
- Very small budgets
- Teams with no one to manage alerts
Best for: Businesses with IT/security staff or an MSP; Ransomware-sensitive organisations; Mixed OS fleets.
Switching between CrowdStrike Falcon Go and SentinelOne Singularity
Migration difficulty: Moderate
Deploy the new agent, verify protection, then uninstall the old agent device by device.
- Plan a rollout by device group.
- Deploy the new agent.
- Confirm devices are protected.
- Uninstall the old agent.
- Update incident response contacts.
Weigh it your way
Adjust the weights to your priorities to see which tool comes out ahead for you. Print or export the result for your team.
| Tool | Features | Ease | Value | Support | Security | Integrations | Your score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. SentinelOne Singularity | 9.2 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 9.2 | 8.6 | 8.59 |
| 2. CrowdStrike Falcon Go | 8.8 | 8.0 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 9.4 | 7.4 | 8.53 |
Drag the sliders to match your priorities. Scores are our editorial sub-scores; weights start at the values we publish on the methodology page. Nothing you change is stored or sent anywhere.
How our scores and weights work · Add a third tool side by side
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for ransomware?
Both protect well; SentinelOne's rollback is a notable recovery feature.
Do I need MDR?
If nobody monitors alerts, managed detection is strongly recommended.
Does CrowdStrike Falcon Go or SentinelOne Singularity have a free plan?
CrowdStrike Falcon Go has a free trial but no permanent free plan; SentinelOne Singularity has a free trial but no permanent free plan. Indicative starting prices: CrowdStrike Falcon Go — From around $60 / device / year; SentinelOne Singularity — From around $70 / endpoint / year.
Which is cheaper for a team of 10, CrowdStrike Falcon Go or SentinelOne Singularity?
On indicative list prices, the cheapest paid plan that fits 10 users costs about $50 per month on CrowdStrike Falcon Go (Falcon Go) and about $700 on SentinelOne Singularity (Core), so CrowdStrike Falcon Go is cheaper at that size. Taxes, add-ons and discounts are excluded — and the plan you actually need may be higher.
Which scores higher in our review, CrowdStrike Falcon Go or SentinelOne Singularity?
SentinelOne Singularity scores 8.6/10 and CrowdStrike Falcon Go 8.5/10 on our weighted rubric. SentinelOne Singularity leads on 3 of six criteria. A higher score does not make it right for every buyer — see the “choose if” lists above.
