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Arctic Wolf vs Dispel

Arctic Wolf sells managed detection and response, cloud detection and response, managed security awareness and endpoint security, with a Concierge Security Team delivering the services. Dispel sells OT secure remote access, connecting vendors, OEMs, and operators to critical systems and data. CISO Tribune files both under MDR and managed SOC. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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Arctic Wolf vs Dispel: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
Arctic WolfArctic Wolf sells managed detection and response, cloud detection and response, managed security awareness and endpoint security, with a Concierge Security Team delivering the services.arcticwolf.comDispelDispel sells OT secure remote access, connecting vendors, OEMs, and operators to critical systems and data.dispel.com
What it sells
  • Managed Detection and Response[1][8][12]A service giving 24×7 monitoring of networks, endpoints and cloud environments.
  • Cloud Detection and Response[13]24×7 monitoring of Infrastructure as a Service and Software as a Service platforms.
  • Managed Security Awareness[14]Fully managed security awareness training with automated phishing simulations.
  • Aurora Endpoint Security[15]Endpoint protection that covers smartphones and tablets alongside desktop PCs and laptops.
  • Dispel Zero Trust Engine[3][6][7][11]Dispel Zero Trust Engine replaces jump servers, VPNs, and IT PAM tools.
  • Dispel Intelligence[8][15]Dispel Intelligence pulls existing Nozomi or Dragos device risk data directly into the access decision.
  • Dispel Identity[9]Dispel Identity adds IAL2 through government ID validation and a biometric match.
  • Dispel Compliance[10]Dispel Compliance scores live configuration against NERC CIP, NIST, IEC 62443, and NIS2 simultaneously.
  • Industrial Data Streaming[11]Secure, real-time transfer and industrial data integration.
  • Dispel OTFusion[12]A patented OT consolidation solution.
Categories
Headquarters
Eden Prairie, United States[2]Not stated on its pages
Founded
2012[2]Not stated on its pages
Ownership and funding
Not stated on its pagesSeries F (USD 150 million round), July 13, 2021[3]Not stated on its pages
Named customers
  • Oracle Red Bull Racing[4]
  • Southampton F.C.[5]
  • Minnesota Wild[6]
  • JCB Finance[7]
Not stated on its pages
Recent news
  • October 14, 2026Arctic Wolf unveiled a new endpoint security solution.[23]
  • September 15, 2026Arctic Wolf launched Aurora MDR Connect, a tier of its managed detection and response service built only for managed service providers.[8]
  • August 3, 2026Arctic Wolf introduced Arctic Wolf Cyber Resilience, a suite of products and services meant to reduce cyber risk, improve readiness and speed recovery.[9]
  • May 12, 2026Arctic Wolf launched Aurora Exposure Management, a product family that combines Aurora Vulnerability Management and Aurora Attack Surface Management.[10]
  • March 23, 2026Arctic Wolf unveiled the Aurora Superintelligence Platform.[22]
  • October 19, 2026Dispel launched a solution for OEMs and machine builders who deliver remote service directly to their industrial customers' equipment.[16]
  • September 14, 2026Dispel opened its Community Power & Water Program at the American Public Power Association's Cybersecurity & Technology Summit in San Antonio.[14]
  • June 17, 2026Dispel announced general availability of Site Console.[13]
  • May 14, 2026Dispel announced general availability of Session Forensics with Dynamic Risk Scoring, the first capability within Dispel Intelligence.[15]
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
  • G2: listed, seen November 4, 2026[17]
  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
Who it fits
From its own pages, Arctic Wolf says it detects advanced threats and manages risks across healthcare, financial services, legal, manufacturing, government and more. Arctic Wolf addresses security teams that need a partner to remove the operational overhead of running an agentic SOC. Arctic Wolf describes community banks as having smaller operating budgets and fewer resources than larger regional or national financial institutions. Arctic Wolf provides an Insurance Partner Program for brokers and carriers. Arctic Wolf OEM Solutions are aimed at ISVs, MSSPs, U.S Federal Agencies and security companies.From its own pages, Dispel sells mainly to industrial organizations in manufacturing, utilities, and energy. Dispel says it connects operators, contractors, and vendors to ICS and OT systems. Dispel describes cloud, on-prem, and hybrid deployment, and deployments for regulated utilities. Dispel describes multi-site industrial organizations as a setting for its OTFusion solution.
Last verified
October 10, 2026November 9, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Arctic Wolf and Dispel are both filed under MDR and managed SOC.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Arctic Wolf's primary category is MDR and managed SOC; Dispel's is Zero trust network access.
  • Arctic Wolf is also filed under External attack surface management, Incident response and forensics and Security awareness training. Dispel is also filed under OT and ICS security and Unidirectional gateways and secure transfer.
  • Arctic Wolf lists Managed Detection and Response, Cloud Detection and Response, Managed Security Awareness and Aurora Endpoint Security. Dispel lists Dispel Zero Trust Engine, Dispel Intelligence, Dispel Identity, Dispel Compliance, Industrial Data Streaming and 1 more.
  • Arctic Wolf is headquartered in Eden Prairie, United States.
  • Arctic Wolf was founded in 2012.
  • Arctic Wolf's latest recorded funding is Series F (USD 150 million round), dated July 13, 2021.
  • Arctic Wolf publicly names Oracle Red Bull Racing, Southampton F.C., Minnesota Wild and JCB Finance.

What it sells: Arctic Wolf

What Managed Detection and Response does[1][8][12]
Arctic Wolf Managed Detection and Response is delivered by the Arctic Wolf Concierge Security Team. It provides a managed approach to detection, response and recovery. Coverage is based on the number of users, servers and internet egress points.
What Cloud Detection and Response does[13]
Arctic Wolf Cloud Detection and Response is delivered by the Arctic Wolf Concierge Security Team. Cloud Detection and Response can detect unsecured cloud resources, such as S3 buckets.
What Managed Security Awareness does[14]
Arctic Wolf Managed Security Awareness includes fully managed security awareness training, access to security experts, and automated phishing simulations with pre-packaged training. Managed Security Awareness Plus adds role-based content, a content library and reported phishing analytics.
What Aurora Endpoint Security does[15]
With Aurora Endpoint Security, organizations can secure smartphones and tablets alongside desktop PCs and laptops. Aurora Endpoint Defense protects, detects and responds to real malware as well as adversary tactics and techniques.

What it sells: Dispel

What Dispel Zero Trust Engine does[3][6][7][11]
Dispel Zero Trust Engine replaces jump servers, VPNs, and IT PAM tools. Dispel delivers a tiered connection suite with Browser Connect, Virtual Desktop, and Local Application options tailored to every user. Dispel Zero Trust Engine can be deployed in cloud, on-prem, and hybrid models.
What Dispel Intelligence does[8][15]
Session Forensics and Dynamic Risk Scoring are built into the same remote access session. Dispel tracks AAL at every login, with 11-signal risk scoring that surfaces anomalies in real time.
What Dispel Identity does[9]
Government ID validation, liveness check, and biometric match confirm a real, verified person, meeting NIST IAL2. Dispel Identity works with Microsoft Entra, Okta, PingIdentity, SAML, OIDC, and hybrid environments.
What Dispel Compliance does[10]
Dispel exports timestamped evidence as an OSCAL Component Definition, plus CSV and PDF summaries. Dispel lists supported frameworks as NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, NERC CIP, IEC 62443-3-3, NIS2 (EU 2024/2690), NIST CSF 2.0, and SANS ICS 5 Critical Controls.
What Industrial Data Streaming does[11]
Dispel says Industrial Data Streaming enables secure, real-time transfer and industrial data integration across operational, diagnostic, and system-level sources. The Dispel Zero Trust Engine provides an Industrial Data Streaming solution.
What Dispel OTFusion does[12]
Dispel OTFusion is a patented OT consolidation solution that unifies applications, operating systems, and services into a single secure environment. Dispel says customers can start with a single application or data stream and scale as results come in.

Questions about Arctic Wolf and Dispel

What do Arctic Wolf and Dispel sell?
Arctic Wolf sells Managed Detection and Response, Cloud Detection and Response, Managed Security Awareness and Aurora Endpoint Security. Dispel sells Dispel Zero Trust Engine, Dispel Intelligence, Dispel Identity, Dispel Compliance, Industrial Data Streaming and 1 more.
Are Arctic Wolf and Dispel in the same category?
They share MDR and managed SOC. Arctic Wolf's primary category is MDR and managed SOC and Dispel's is Zero trust network access.
Where are Arctic Wolf and Dispel headquartered?
Arctic Wolf is headquartered in Eden Prairie, United States.
When were Arctic Wolf and Dispel founded?
Arctic Wolf was founded in 2012.
Who owns Arctic Wolf and Dispel?
Arctic Wolf's latest recorded funding is Series F (USD 150 million round), dated July 13, 2021.
Which customers do Arctic Wolf and Dispel name?
Arctic Wolf publicly names Oracle Red Bull Racing, Southampton F.C., Minnesota Wild and JCB Finance.
Who are Arctic Wolf and Dispel sold to?
From its own pages, Arctic Wolf says it detects advanced threats and manages risks across healthcare, financial services, legal, manufacturing, government and more. From its own pages, Dispel sells mainly to industrial organizations in manufacturing, utilities, and energy.
What have Arctic Wolf and Dispel announced recently?
October 14, 2026: Arctic Wolf unveiled a new endpoint security solution. October 19, 2026: Dispel launched a solution for OEMs and machine builders who deliver remote service directly to their industrial customers' equipment.

About Arctic Wolf

Arctic Wolf sells managed detection and response, cloud detection and response, managed security awareness and endpoint security, with a Concierge Security Team delivering the services. Arctic Wolf says its Managed Detection and Response solution is delivered by the Arctic Wolf Concierge Security Team. Arctic Wolf Managed Detection and Response provides 24×7 monitoring of networks, endpoints and cloud environments, along with a managed approach to detection, response and recovery. Security operations experts from the Concierge Security Team are paired with each customer to provide security expertise and proactive environment hardening guidance.[12][13]

Arctic Wolf says foundational technologies such as endpoint agents, unlimited log retention and search, and external network scanning are included as part of the core MDR offering. The Arctic Wolf team works with the customer to learn the network topology and to configure and deploy Arctic Wolf Sensors, Arctic Wolf Agents and cloud connectors. Arctic Wolf monitors log sources across Active Directory, Authentication, Endpoint, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, Mail Servers, SaaS/IaaS, SSL-VPN, UTM, WAP and Web Gateways. Alerts can be tuned based on threshold, criticality and several other factors with the Concierge Security Team. The Arctic Wolf Cloud Monitoring solution works with Managed Detection and Response to collect telemetry from SaaS applications such as Office 365 and IaaS cloud environments such as AWS and Azure.[12]

Arctic Wolf Cloud Detection and Response provides 24×7 monitoring of Infrastructure as a Service and Software as a Service platforms. Arctic Wolf Cloud Detection and Response is delivered by the Arctic Wolf Concierge Security Team. Cloud Detection and Response is priced based on the number of user accounts and cloud servers protected. Cloud Detection and Response can detect unsecured cloud resources, such as S3 buckets. Cloud Detection and Response can detect key SaaS indicators of compromise, including suspicious logins or administrative activity, and malicious integrations. Cloud Detection and Response integrates with major IaaS platforms, including AWS and Azure, and with major SaaS platforms including Office365, Gsuite, Salesforce and Box. Cloud Detection and Response is built atop the same Arctic Wolf Platform and delivered by the same Concierge Security Team as all Arctic Wolf security operations solutions.[13]

Arctic Wolf Managed Security Awareness includes fully managed security awareness training, access to security experts, and automated phishing simulations with pre-packaged training. Arctic Wolf handles content creation, scheduling, quizzes, phishing tests and account takeover monitoring. Managed Security Awareness Plus adds industry-focused ongoing training, role-based content, a content library and reported phishing analytics. Arctic Wolf uses the latest microlearning techniques, including short and memorable awareness content.[14]

With Aurora Endpoint Security, organizations can secure smartphones and tablets alongside desktop PCs and laptops. Aurora Endpoint Defense protects, detects and responds to real malware as well as adversary tactics and techniques. Arctic Wolf describes its endpoint offering as AI-driven prevention, detection and response to stop endpoint threats before they disrupt a business.[15][16]

Arctic Wolf Security Operations Bundles offer a full suite of technology, security expertise and risk transfer options. Arctic Wolf says its Cyber Resilience Bundle combines security operations, workforce readiness and financial protection in one package. Arctic Wolf says the Aurora Agentic SOC makes it fast and easy for security teams to get the benefits of agentic AI without the cost and complexity of building it themselves. Arctic Wolf says the Aurora Superintelligence Platform delivers AI-powered outcomes that security teams can trust. Arctic Wolf offers the Arctic Wolf Security Operations Warranty, with up to $3 million (USD) in financial coverage. Arctic Wolf says its IR team stops attacks and restores an organization to pre-incident operations.[16]

Arctic Wolf says it detects advanced threats and manages risks across healthcare, financial services, legal, manufacturing, government and more. Arctic Wolf says community banks typically have smaller operating budgets and fewer resources than larger regional or national financial institutions. Arctic Wolf provides the Insurance Partner Program for Brokers and Carriers. Arctic Wolf OEM Solutions enable ISVs, MSSPs, U.S Federal Agencies and security companies. Arctic Wolf Networks has its address at 8939 Columbine Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55347.[1][12][15][16][17][18]

Arctic Wolf on the record

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Arctic Wolf full record

  1. [1]SolutionsArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published September 4, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]OverviewArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published April 21, 2026 · Tier A
  3. [3]Arctic wolf announces 150 million series f financing roundArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published July 13, 2021 · Tier A
  4. [4]Oracle red bull racing relies on arctic wolf to keep its mission critical data secureArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]Arctic wolf provides teamwork southampton fc needs to further their defensesArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Arctic wolfs monitoring keeps minnesota wild secure beyond the rinkArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Arctic wolf helps jcb finance exceed their data protection goals usArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]Arctic wolf launches aurora mdr connectArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published September 15, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Arctic wolf launches comprehensive cyber resilience offering to help organizations with enhanced coverage for cybersecurity incidentsArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published August 3, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Arctic wolf introduces the next era of exposure management to help organizations outpace ai accelerated vulnerability discoveryArctic Wolf · arcticwolf.com · published May 12, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]Human Instinct Meets AI Speed | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed October 23, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]FAQ - Managed Detection and Response | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  13. [13]FAQ - Cloud Detection and Response | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  14. [14]FAQ - Managed Security Awareness | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  15. [15]Aurora Endpoint Security | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  16. [16]Solutions - Boost Your Security Posture | Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  17. [17]Meeting Industry Cybersecurity and Regulatory RequirementsArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  18. [18]Community Banks Secure Critical Data with Arctic Wolf - Arctic WolfArctic Wolf · undated page, accessed November 5, 2026 · Tier A
  19. [19]Arctic Wolf Acquires Exposure Assessment Platform Visionary Sevco SecurityArctic Wolf · published February 23, 2026 · Tier A
  20. [20]Arctic Wolf Appoints Will May as Chief Revenue Officer to Accelerate Next Phase of Global GrowthArctic Wolf · published March 16, 2026 · Tier A
  21. [21]Arctic Wolf Launches the World’s Largest Commercial Agentic SOC to Usher in a New Era of Agent‑Led Security OperationsArctic Wolf · published March 23, 2026 · Tier A
  22. [22]Arctic Wolf Unveils the Aurora Superintelligence Platform to Redefine Security for the Age of AIArctic Wolf · published March 23, 2026 · Tier A
  23. [23]Arctic Wolf Unveils Next-Generation Endpoint Security Solution for the AI EraArctic Wolf · published October 14, 2026 · Tier A

Dispel full record

  1. [1]dispel.comDispel · dispel.com · undated page, accessed October 7, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Dispel celebrates 2025 fastest growing cybersecurity company as ot secure remote access demand growsDispel · dispel.com · published March 26, 2025 · Tier A
  3. [3]Press dispel fedramp 20x zero trust governmentDispel · dispel.com · published July 22, 2026 · Tier A
  4. [4]OT Secure Remote Access for Industrial Operations | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  5. [5]Secure Remote Access for ICS & OT | Dispel SolutionsDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  6. [6]Dispel Zero Trust Engine | OT Secure Remote Access PlatformDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
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  8. [8]Continuous Risk Scoring for OT Secure Remote Access | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  9. [9]Identity Verification for OT Remote Access | Dispel IdentityDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  10. [10]Continuous Compliance for OT Secure Remote Access | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  11. [11]Industrial Data Streaming for OT & ICS | Real-Time Secure Data Transfer | Dispel SolutionsDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  12. [12]OTFusion — OT Digital Transformation & Multi-Site Consolidation | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier A
  13. [13]Dispel Launches Site Console, Delivering On-Premises OT Remote Access for NERC CIP and Air-Gapped EnvironmentsDispel · published June 17, 2026 · Tier A
  14. [14]Dispel Launches Community Power & Water Program at APPA Cybersecurity & Technology SummitDispel · published September 14, 2026 · Tier A
  15. [15]Dispel Launches Session Forensics, Bringing Real-Time Dynamic Risk Scoring to OT Remote Access as AI Threats EscalateDispel · published May 14, 2026 · Tier A
  16. [16]Dispel Introduces Dispel Zero Trust Engine for OEMs to Standardize Secure Remote Service at ScaleDispel · published October 19, 2026 · Tier A
  17. [17]Dispel Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features - G2G2 · undated page, accessed October 31, 2026 · Tier C
  18. [18]Features | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed November 4, 2026 · Tier A
  19. [19]Wicket Hardware Form Factor | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed November 4, 2026 · Tier A
  20. [20]Wicket Software Form Factor | DispelDispel · undated page, accessed November 4, 2026 · Tier A

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