Proofpoint vs Barracuda Email Protection
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of Top 11 Email Security Software. Last verified July 4, 2026.
The short answer
Proofpoint ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #5) for IT and security leaders. Full gateway plus DLP and encryption for regulated firms.
At a glance
| Proofpoint | Barracuda Email Protection | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / Top 11 Email Security Software | #5 / Top 11 Email Security Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 8.6 |
| Best for | Best for regulated enterprise gateways | Best for small and mid-market budgets |
| Pricing | $$$ (custom, per-user enterprise pricing) | $$ (roughly $3 to $7 per user per month) |
| HQ | Sunnyvale, USA | Campbell, USA |
| Founded | 2002 | 2003 |
Barracuda Email Protection
API inbox defense plus gateway at a mid-market price.
www.barracuda.com/products/email-protectionMethodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.