Trusted, tested, recognized: Sophos awards & industry recognition
Sophos has consistently been recognition for excellence across the cybersecurity spectrum. Leading industry analysts, independent testing organizations, and the global IT channel all affirm what organizations worldwide already know. Sophos consistently delivers the cybersecurity outcomes that matter most for prevention to detection and managed response..
Sophos has consistently received validation from leading industry analysts, independent testing organizations, and the global IT channel.
Discover many of our recent industry accolades through 2025, which reflect our commitment to technical innovation, real-world effectiveness, and ardent trust from customers, partners, and industry analysts.
Industry leadership & Analyst recognition
Setting the standard for Endpoint and MDR
Sophos is regularly named a leader in influential reports from top industry analysts. These accolades affirm our position as a top-tier cybersecurity provider and reflect our ability to execute on our vision and deliver comprehensive, reliable products.
We’re proud of these distinctions, and of Sophos MDR’s recognition, as it underscores our commitment to advancing the security industry.
Analyst recognition validates Sophos’s strategic vision and execution, providing long-term reliability for decision-makers.
Recognition:
Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP): Sophos has been named a Leader for 16 consecutive years.
What it means:
This honor demonstrates our dedication and a sustained ability to execute on our vision.
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Gartner Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice: Sophos has been named a Customers' Choice vendor in multiple Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer reports for categories like Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP), Managed Detection and Response (MDR), and Extended Detection and Response (XDR).
What it means:
This recognition is particularly meaningful as it's a testament to the voice of the customer, based on the direct feedback of verified end-users.
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IDC MarketScape ™ Leadership (2024): Sophos was positioned as a Leader across several categories as part of multiple IDC MarketScape reports, including for Worldwide Modern Endpoint Security (for both small and midsize businesses) and for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response (MDR).
What it means:
Based on their rigorous methodology to provide an objective assessment of competitive fitness, MarketScape offers the “Leader” designation to companies it believes are well-positioned for lasting industry success.
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IDC MarketScape™ Leadership (2025): Sophos was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape™: Worldwide Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Software 2025.
What it means:
This designation reflects Sophos’ commitment to delivering intelligent, integrated, and scalable security solutions that help organizations stay ahead of threats.
See recent IDC recognition
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Frost Radar™ Leadership (2024, 2025): Sophos was named a Leader for Global Managed Detection and a Frost Radar MDR Leader for two years in a row, validating its MDR service as a top-tier global offering.
What it means:
Frost & Sullivan names a company a Leader based on deep analysis of innovation and growth. This indicates that Sophos has been recognized for our dedication to forward-thinking solutions that are scalable and aligned with customer needs.
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KuppingerCole Leadership Compass (2022): Sophos earned the title of Leader in All Evaluation Categories for EDR.
What it means:
This acknowledgement celebrates our strategy, innovation, and comprehensive EDR architecture.
Customer-driven validation
Amplifying the voice of our customers
Awards based on customer reviews confirm that Sophos delivers real-world value, usability, and a strong return on investment (ROI).
We are humbled by this response from our customers. After all, it's their opinions and experiences we value most.
When organizations choose Sophos, they are choosing a partner proven across every dimension of cybersecurity.
Recognition:
Gartner Peer Insights Customers’ Choice: Sophos has earned this distinction for EPP in 2023, for Network Firewalls and EPP in 2024, and for EPP and XDR in 2025.
What it means:
This designation requires a company to meet criteria for the number of reviews, overall rating, and user interest and adoption, which elevates Sophos to the top-right quadrant of Gartner’s "Voice of the Customer" report.
See list of Gartner recognition
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G2 Grid® Reports: Sophos is the only vendor to be named a Leader across five categories — EPP, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), XDR, Firewall, and MDR — in G2’s Seasonal Reports since 2022.
What it means:
Simply put, this one is all about high customer satisfaction across the board. G2 reports are based on user reviews, providing a clear view of how customers perceive the products and services.
See G2 quarterly reports
Proof in the real world
Excellence in independent testing
Independent testing labs validate that Sophos' technology excels under real-world attack conditions.
These awards validate our effectiveness in preventing, detecting, and responding to cyberattacks.
Recognition:
SE Labs AAA Ratings: Sophos has consistently earned the highest possible AAA Rating in SE Labs' reports, including for its Intercept X endpoint solution in Q4 2023 and Q2 2025.
What it means:
This honor represents the highest rating for protection, detection, and the delivery of minimal false positives.
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SE Labs Awards 2025:Sophos received four major awards, including for Small Business Endpoint (Windows), Small Business Managed Service Provider Solution, and Small Business Security Innovator, reflecting its tailored and effective solutions for the SME market.
What it means:
Spanning four key cybersecurity testing categories, these accolades highlight our accuracy and threat prevention capabilities even in the most rigorous simulations.
See all SE Labs ratings and awards
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MITRE ATT&CK® Evaluations (2024): Sophos achieved strong results in the 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations for its XDR.
What it means:
High results among these tests demonstrate our products’ high detection breadth and quality against complex, multi-stage attacks.
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SC Awards Europe (2024): Sophos MDR was named the Best Managed Security Service, a testament to its comprehensive and effective approach to cybersecurity for the mid-market.
What it means:
We have been recognized by the industry as a purveyor of superior threat detection, rapid response capabilities, innovative service models, strategic guidance, and strong relationships with our customers.
Channel & Partner recognition
Strengthening the ecosystem
Awards from channel-focused publications and other industry partners demonstrate the strength of our partner-centric approach.
Our commitment to our partners is consistently recognized through partner-voted awards.
Recognition:
CRN Annual Report Card (ARC): Sophos achieved top honors in the 2024 and 2025 CRN ARC awards, which are based on partner feedback. Sophos received high scores in Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Endpoint Security (EDR/XDR), Data Security, Network Security (Enterprise and SMB), and Cloud Security.
What it means:
These awards are particularly significant as they are based on unfiltered feedback from our partners.
See all CRN® ARC awards
Recognition:
CRN Partner Program Guide: Sophos's partner program has earned a 5-Star Rating for 12 consecutive years, highlighting its consistent support for partners.
What it means:
We are honored to accept this top recognition for enabling partner growth and support.
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CRN Tech Innovator Awards 2024: Sophos was named a Winner for Endpoint Security, and its MDR service was a Finalist in its respective category.
What it means:
This accolade celebrates our product innovation in threat prevention and managed response.
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Reseller Choice Awards 2024: Sophos received awards for Best Endpoint Security, Best MDR, Best XDR, Best SOC and was named a Top 10 Cloud Vendor.
What it means:
These awards recognize our hard work in earning channel trust and delivering superior solutions.
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Channel Futures Influencer Award 2024: Sophos was recognized for its leadership and impact within the channel ecosystem.
What it means:
This recognition reflects the impact Sophos has had on how our entire ecosystem conducts business and supports the partner community.
Recognition that matters to our partners and customers
Now that you’ve seen all the Sophos cybersecurity awards and learned what customers, partners, and industry voices have to say, we hope you’ll take the next steps to get to know us better.
This consistent, multi-faceted recognition shows that when organizations choose Sophos, they are selecting a partner with a proven track record across every dimension of cybersecurity.
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